Listening Sessions for the USCCB’s Pastoral Letter on the Laity
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is requesting input from laity throughout the nation in preparation for a pastoral document on the laity. Parishes are asked to hold listening sessions in September. Schedule will be as follows:
Sunday September 14th after 9:00am Mass at St Michael's
Sunday September 14th after 11:00am Mass at Beloved Disciple Church
Saturday September 20th after 4:30pm Mass at Beloved Disciple Church
This an opportunity to let your voice be heard as we as a community meet and discuss our Catholic Faith and Church. Each session will last about an hour after Mass and ALL are invited. We want to hear especially from those whose voice feel are overlooked. Join us.
Please remain in Church to participate in a Listening Session, as we prepare to send to the US Bishops our thoughts and prayers in the coming months. Our input into the process is of value for not only the Catholic Church in the United States, but also for our Diocese and Parish. Your participation is needed, especially those that don't feel they have a voice or that the Catholic Church never listens to the people in the pews. It should be a time of prayer and reflection to share with each other our hopes and concerns about the Catholic Church today.
Book Club Meeting: After a summer of intense reading, we will meet for our Book Club meeting to discuss, have a few snacks and discuss the coming year. We will meet Tuesday, September 16 in the Parish Library at 6pm. Please join us to discus the books assigned or any book that was read over the summer. If you have questions or comments, please feel free to contact Deacon Owen in the Parish Office
Parish Evening Prayer (online): Please join us on Tuesday, September 9th 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 connected to Zoom, please contact Deacon Owen or Victoria Wagner in the Parish office. No books needed, all is provided on line. Please join us.
Inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting on September 9, 10, and 11 at 7pm
Meeting ID: 842 7605 4080 Passcode: 589071
Prayer with St. Francis of Assisi: We will be praying and reflecting on St. Francis for 4 days as we prepare for the Transitus of St. Francis of Assisi. Starting on Tuesday September 30 at 6pm and continuing on the October 1, 2, and 3 we will meet and discuss St. Francis of Assisi. Each day we will read a call to Worship and to Love as reflected by the life and prayer of St. Francis. We will meet in the Gathering area and enjoy some fellowship and reflection each evening. Join us.
St. Monica Prayer Group starting on October 14th...
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.
In Need of Furniture? We have at our disposal furniture that is available for anyone who would need or want to update. Couches, chairs and more… Call Victoria Wagner at 724- 748-6700, ext. 116.
Please pray for our deceased parishioners
- Julia G. "Judy" Urey, born August 25, 1925, died June 30, 2025
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Patricia A. Myers, born July 28, 1948, died May 21, 2025
- Leon A. Duda, born November 11, 1927, died May 18, 2025
- Raymond Frank DiCola, born January 23, 1946, died April 24, 2025
Liturgical Schedule
Daily Mass: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 am
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
Mass on Thursday, September 18, will be celebrated at 9am.
Ushers/Observers Needed: On Monday, September 15th at 6:00pm, we will hold an Usher/Observer meeting in the church. In light of recent concerns, alarm system beeping, etc. we need to reinstate this important ministry. Questions? Call Deacon Owen in the parish office, 724-748-6700, ext. 110.
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.
Pet Blessing: On the memorial of St. Francis of Assisi, October 4th at 10:00am, we will have blessing of pets. Bring your cherished pets and we will meet at the bell tower.
Save the Date! October 5th, 2025
Join us in celebrating the 100-year anniversary of our beloved church at an 11am Mass with Bishop Persico ~~reception to follow. Pull out your best cookie recipes as we will be having an open house following the 4:30pm Mass with cookies and drinks. Invitations have been mailed out and RSVP’s are very, very important so we can plan accordingly for food and SEATING! If you have any memorabilia at your home from the old church and would like to share, please contact the parish office.
Cookie Baking Sign-ups September 13/14 and 20/21 for our Anniversary Celebration: See the Cookie Board and list in the gathering space! Take a cookie off a plate and sign your name to its corresponding number on the sign-up sheet. Each numbered line on the sign-up sheet is for 3 dozen cookies. Cookies are due back by 7pm Thursday, October 2 or by 7 pm Friday, October 3. Drop off in the gathering space. Cookies must be clearly labeled with your name and type of cookie. Please be sure they are in an airtight container or zip bag!
Youth and Young Adult Mass and Lunch in celebration of the canonization of Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, on September 21 at the 11am Mass with spaghetti lunch to follow at the Beloved Disciple Church in Grove City. All are welcome to join us for a pasta dinner after 11am Mass. If anyone can help with desserts and clean-up, please reach out to Victoria Wagner at ext. 116.
A Note from Little Disciples: Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who generously donated craft and office supply items to help Little Disciples Preschool and Prekindergarten. Your gifts have blessed our program. May God richly bless each of you in return for your generosity. Lorie (Director and Teacher)
FAITH FORMATION 2025/26 CALENDAR
Grades K-5 meet Sunday 9:15-10:45 am; Grades 6,7,8 (EDGE) meets Sunday 6-8 pm
Grade 9 (Purpose) meets Sunday 6-8 pm; Grades 10,11,12 Meet Sunday 6-8 pm
SEPTEMBER 21st - First Day of Classes for Students
Parent meeting 9:15-9:30 am for K-5
Parent meeting 7:45 -8:00 pm for 6-12
Come and See: If you're interested in Joining the Catholic Church, Completing your Sacraments, would like your marriage blessed by the Catholic Chruch, or just want to update and learn more about the Catholic Church, OCIA is for you. On Sunday September 28th at 12pm in the Parish Library, we will meet to discuss the process. Come and See for yourself or for someone else, we are looking forward to see you. If you have question of concerns, please contact Marialyce Garvis or Deacon Owen Wagner in the Parish Office.
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 newd your recurring donation(s) in the new Vanco Online giving platform. VANCO ONLINE
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.
Upcoming Events
- Vitalant Community Blood Drive at the Knights of Columbus Hall Monday, September 29, from 1 - 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.
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