Evening Prayer Update: Evening Prayer will start again next fall. We will be meeting several times over the summer in the park. Check the bulletin, website and Facebook for updates.
Parish Book Club: During the summer we take a break from monthly meetings. The books selected for Summer reading which we will discuss at our September meeting are as follows: The Plot by Kate Braithwaite, Preacher by William W Johnstone, A Trial of Innocents by Michael Swiger. We read each novel applying our Catholic Faith to the story. We then discuss the novel as to how our Catholic Faith can be applied to the story. It makes for interesting discussion. Read all three or just one. Just enjoy the miracle of reading. We will see you in September. If there are any questions please contact Deacon Owen in the Parish Office.
We are pleased to announce that we will be compiling a 2025 pictorial Parish Directory with Universal. It will include all parishioner family portraits & roster info so we can stay connected. There is no cost to be photographed & each household will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait. Only participating households will receive a free directory! Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to make a treasured family keepsake. Photography will take place
Thursday July 24th & Friday July 25th 2:00-8:30pm and Saturday July 26 10am-4pm
Photography for St. Michael Church is Wednesday, July 23rd from 2:00-8:30pm.
All parishioners can be photographed at either church location. ALL PORTRAITS WILL ARRIVE BEFORE CHRISTMAS!
Please join us- it won’t be the same without you! Sign up beginning June 7th & 8th at Church before & after Mass or Online at:
www.ucdir.com (click scheduling login) (code is pa1194) (password is photos)
For assistance, call the Directory Coordinator, Karen Daley @ 412-327-5944.
2025 Wedding Anniversary Celebration with Bishop Persico
Diocesan Anniversary Celebrations for couples celebratin 25, 40, 50, 60 or more years of marriage in 2025 will be held at two locations in the Diocese of Erie this summer:
Sunday, August 3 at Our Lady of Peace, Erie at 2pm
Sunday, August 24 at St. Tobias, Brockway at 3pm
Couples and/or Parish staff may complete registration online at https://www.eriercd.org/familylifeoffice/anniv.html or by calling their parish office or contacting the Mariage and Family Life Office at (814) 824-1210. Registrations are being accepted until July 24 for the Erie celebration, until August 14 for the Brockway celebration or until September 11 to be mailed to you.
"Where Are You Going?"
• What: Priesthood Discernment Retreat
• Who: Catholic young men in high school (those finishing 8th grade to those finishing their senior year in 2025)
• When: Sunday, June 29 – Wednesday, July 2, 2025
• Where: St. Mark Seminary in Erie, PA
• Cost: $50.00 (financial aid is available)
• Quo Vadis Days is a four-day retreat for Catholic high school men who are striving to follow God’s call in their lives and who are considering the priesthood or seminary formation or who are wondering if God is calling them to a religious vocation.
THANK YOU ! THANK YOU ! THANK YOU !
On behalf of the officers and members of the Grove City Beloved Disciple Knights of Columbus #3658, we would like to thank everyone who helped at the booth or patronized our Sausage Stand at Strawberry Days for without you we could not do the work that it involves. Our council is truly blessed with our membership and all involved from the
parish including our Pastor and chaplain Father David to help us have a successful endeavor. This indeed helps us to successfully help the needs of our parish and our local community! May God continue to bless our works and everyone that helps to do the good that our order is intended for!
Office Hours
Please call the office for an appointment with the pastor or the appropriate staff member, or with any questions or needs.
LIVE STREAM OUR MASSES
To watch our 4:30pm or 11:00am Masses on Facebook click here.
*** Please note that these Masses can be watched at anytime by clicking the above link.
Faith Formation News: Faith Formation Leader Needed
Beloved Disciple Catholic parish is seeking a passionate and dedicated Faith Formation Leader to nurture the spiritual growth of children and youth (PreK–9th grade). This role is vital in guiding young hearts toward a deeper relationship with God through engaging lessons, activities, and faith-building experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
• Recruiting and training catechists; coordinating bi-monthly faith formation sessions, sacramental retreats and parent meetings; maintaining regular communication with families and volunteers.
• Work closely with families and parish staff to foster a vibrant faith community.
• Organize events, retreats, and service opportunities.
• Create a welcoming and inspiring environment for young learners.
Qualifications:
• Strong commitment to faith and spiritual education.
• Experience working with children and youth in a faith-based setting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• If you feel called to serve in this role, we’d love to hear from you!
Please contact Father David to apply or learn more
Beloved Disciple Catholic Parish will not host Vacation Bible School this year. Please join Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mercer PA. IHM will host VBS July 14th through July18th from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. Registration is available online at IHM website
NCYC 2025: Registration is available! NCYC 2025: Register today!! Don't Miss Out!
NCYC is back this November 20–22 in Indianapolis! It’s an epic 3-day event where Catholic teens encounter Christ, build friendships, and discover how they’re called to lead in today’s world. Tickets are on sale now until September 30. Teens and chaperones are responsible for costs, but our sponsorship program makes it easy for family and parishioners to help. Give your teen a life-changing experience! More information on the Young Adult and Youth Ministry webpage https://www.eriercd.org/youth/ncyc.html
Order of Christian Initiation for Adult: All members of the Parish and those interested in learning more about the Catholic Chruch are invited to learn more about the Catholic Church, what we believe and why we believe. We will study the Liturgy, Tradition, Sacraments and other topic of interest for new members and those that would like to refresh their understanding of the Catholic Church. The updated schedule through February is listed below; the complete schedule is listed below. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Deacon Owen in Parish Office at ext. 110.
June Community Food Pantry Needs: Laundry soaps, fabric sheets, dish soaps, cleaning products, etc.
VANCO Online Giving! We are excited to announce an important update to giving at Beloved Disciple! We value our church family and want to make sure everyone at Beloved Disciple is aware of this exciting new giving platform, which allows for simple, secure giving through a variety of ways, including mobile and online. This will replace our previous giving platform.
Please use this link to set up your account and your recurring donation(s) in the new Vanco Online giving platform. VANCO ONLINE
Please pray for our deceased parishioners
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Patricia A. Myers, born July 28, 1948, died May 21, 2025
- Leon A. Duda, born November 11, 192, died May 18, 2025
- Raymond Frank DiCola, born January 23, 1946, died April 24, 2025
- Edith M. Bell, born November 22, 1923, died January 31, 2025
- James Snyder, born April 23, 1942, died January 21, 2025
Liturgical Schedule
Thursday at 6 pm
First Saturdays at 8 am
Weekend Masses:
Saturday at 4:30 pm
Sunday at 11:00 am
St. Michael, Emlenton, PA Sunday at 9am
Holy Day Masses: As scheduled in the bulletin
Confessions:
Saturday from 3:30-4:15pm or by appointment
Adoration:
Fridays before first Saturdays after the 8 am Mass
Staff
- Very Rev. V. David Foradori, E.V., Pastor, ext 111, 4adori@gmail.com
- Deacon Owen Wagner, Deacon Assistant, ext 110, owenwagner@hotmail.com
- Mikey Bancroft, Parish Secretary, Outreach Contact, ext 100, secretary@beloveddiscipleparish.org
- Victoria Wagner, Outreach, Beloved Mercy Ministry Coordinator, ext 116, vwagner@beloveddiscipleparish.org
- Kathy Whittaker, Faith Formation Leader, ext 112, kwhittaker@beloveddiscipleparish.org
- Lisa Bablak, Faith Formation Secretary, ext 115, lbablak@beloveddiscipleparish.org
- Christine Guarnieri, Music Director, ext 117, cowcraniums@gmail.com
- Lorie Wizorek, Little Disciples Preschool Director, 724-748-6868
- Nelsa Armour, Environment
- James Shuey, Part-time Custodian
- Alison Shuey, Little Disciples Aide & Part-time Custodian
- Sue Shultz, Little Disciples Aide
Upcoming Events
- The Kindred Spirits Thursday Morning Bible Study has resumed meeting at 10am in the Schleigh Library. PLEASE COME AND JOIN US. (Please enter through the Faith Formation Entrance.)
- The Legion of Mary meets in the library every Monday at 7pm. Join us to see what we are about!
- Many members of our parish meet every Tuesday at 6pm at the church to pray the Holy Rosary! Please join us! No strings attached, just blessings!
New to our Community? Join our Parish!
Welcome to our parish! Please contact the parish office for an appointment to register or print a copy of the Parish Registration Form to fill out at home. You can mail or deliver your completed form or place it in the collection basket. If your printer permits, you may print it on both sides of the paper. We hope you will become a part of our parish family!
Sacramental Preparation
For all Sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Penance, Marriage and Holy Orders, or the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), please call the parish office for information and assistance.
Submit a Prayer Request