Beloved Disciple Parish 100th Anniversary Celebration - To read the story of the parish celebration on the Diocese of Erie website, click here. To view photos on the website, click here.
The celebration of our 100th anniversary continues. This year we teamed up with Wendell
August Forge to offer the Holy Family Christmas ornament. The back is engraved with the
logo that we used at our celebration.
Saint Monica Prayer Group — Tuesday, January 13
Saint Monica was the mother of Saint Augustine, known for her unwavering patience, persistent prayers, and deep faith that led to the conversion of her pagan husband, Patricius, and her wayward son, Augustine. She is the patron saint of mothers and those facing difficulties in family life, especially children who have strayed from their faith. Join us in the Schleigh Library on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7-8pm to pray for the intercession of St. Monica for our loved ones and also for ourselves. All are welcome.
Book Club News: Our next meeting is Wednesday, January 21 at 12 noon in the Parish Library. Our book is The Secret Christmas Library by Jenny Colgan. A mystery with romance and holiday spirit. Join in the discussion. Any questions contact Deacon Owen the Parish Office.
Parish Evening Prayer (online): Please join us at 7pm as we return to Evening Prayer in Community via Zoom. We start at 7pm and pray in community for 20 to 25 minutes. If you have questions, or need help getting connect to Zoom, please contact Deacon Owen or Victoria Wagner in the Parish office. No books needed, all is provided on line. Please join us.
Help Needed: Christmas Decoration Tear‑Down
As our Christmas season concludes, we invite anyone who is able to help take down decorations on Thursday, January 15 at 7pm. Your help would be greatly appreciated!
Church Directory Update: We’re happy to let the congregation know that our church directories are now in the proofing stage and should be ready in about a month. Thank you for your patience and support!
Tax Letters: Members requesting a tax statement for 2025 are asked to please contact the church office so the letter can be prepared and sent.
A Meaningful Gift for the New Year: Planning a wedding in 2026? Start your marriage with intention and faith. Join the Engagement Encounter weekend retreat, February 6-8, at St. Mark Catholic Center in Erie. This retreat fulfills diocesn marriage preparation requirements and welcomes Catholic and interfaith couples. Call the Family Life Office at 814-824-1261 or email familylife@erieRCD.org or register online at https://www.eriercd.org/familylifeoffice/ Give yourselves or a couple you love the gift of a strong foundation this season.
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
- Marialyce Garvis, Director of Faith Formation, ext 112, mgarvis@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
- Kathy Whittaker, Preschool Aide
- Beverly Walter, Preschool Aide
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.
Church Social Weekend: Join us after all Masses on January 17–18 for our church social with food and fellowship. We will also have a service project. Look forward to spending time together!
FAITH FORMATION 2025/26 CALENDAR
Grades K-5 meet Sunday 9:15-10:45am; Grades 6,7,8 (EDGE) meets Sunday 6-8pm
Grade 9 (Purpose) meets Sunday 6-8pm; Grades 10,11,12 Meet Sunday 6-8pm
Class Schedule
JANUARY
11 + Student Faith Formation Classes
18 + Faith Formation Service Project and
Parish Social after 11 am Mass
25 + Student Faith Formation Classes
Adult Ed:
JANUARY
20 + Adult Faith Formation 5:30 to 7 pm
Grief Support Group
Grieving the loss of a loved one can be an overwhelming experience, often leaving individuals feeling isolated, unsure about the future and in need of support. Recognizing these challenges, we invite you to join our Grief Support Group, a six-week program designed to provide comfort and guidance to those navigating the journey of grief. Join us for 6 weeks of support group with others who are dealing with the loss of a loved one. The group began in November 2025 initially focusing on coping with the holidays. Due to participant interest, we are continuing with the program. Meetings will be held at the Beloved Disciple Catholic Parish, Grove City, Mondays from 1 - 3pm beginning February 2nd. Discussions on stages of grief; how grief is expressed physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually; finding hope and healing; coping skills; prayer, and more. Size of group is limited. For more information and to register please contact Mary Jo Palmer at 724-301-3112
Pro-Life Breakfast
Reservations are available for People for Life’s 48th Annual Pro-Life Breakfast. The event will be held at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center on January 17. Doors will open at 8am and the program—with a buffet-style breakfast—will begin at 9am. Lydia Taylor Davis, national spokesperson and social media coordinator for Students for Life of America, will be the special guest speaker. The cost is $30 for regular reservations and $22 for ages 3-12. Younger children are welcome to attend at no cost. Childcare for all ages will be available. Reservations, due by January 11, can be made online at www.peopleforlife.org/january2026 by calling 814-882-1333 or by mailing or hand-delivering the payment with names and a return address to People for Life, 1625 W. 26th St., Erie, PA 16508.
Change in Online Giving: This is a reminder that Beloved Disciple Parish is no longer using Vanco as our online giving platform. Instead, we are using MP eGiving to provide you with easier and more convenient ways to give. This was a decision made by the Diocese of Erie for all parishes to convert to MP eGiving. The conversion took place on Tuesday, December 2nd. All Vanco donors were transferred into the new eGiving site. All your recurring donations will remain the same; however, if you do wish to change anything you will need to go into the new URL (below) and set up a new account. I understand this may cause some initial confusion but please be patience and if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call Mikey Bancroft at 724-748-6700, ext. 100.
The NEW website url for online giving is:
Please pray for our deceased parishioners
- Antoinette Hughes, born April 6, 1926, died December 23, 2025
- Wanda Lynn Hall, born August 7, 1967, died December 21, 2025
- Mary Ann Reiss, born July 26, 1950, died November 10, 2025
- Joanne L. Ferrazzano, born April 1, 1936, died October 25, 2025
- Julia G. "Judy" Urey, born August 25, 1925, died June 30, 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
Upcoming Events
- Vitalant Community Blood Drive at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Monday, January 26 from1 - 6pm
- 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