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Faith Formation (Religious Education/CCD Classes) have begun. Classes are held every Wednesday from 6:45 to 8:00 PM in the old school section of North American Martyrs. All 1st through 8th grade students who attend public school are to attend Faith Formation (Religious Education/CCD Classes). If you have not yet registered, please contact Donna Lew-Buechel for further information at [email protected].

Hello friends! Welcome to this link of my Grand Canyon hiking trip from August 21-24, 2018! It was a “bucket list” item that I was able to share with two brother priests that I came to know through the Fraternity of Priests Group. It included”: Fr. Jim Hobert (63) from the Diocese of Tuscon, Fr. Bob Franco (62) from the Diocese of Cleveland and myself (62) from the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Fr. Bob contacted the Wildland Trekking Company about a year ago as we placed our reservation. It was so worth it! Wildland Trekking Company has the best rating of any hiking company in the Grand Canyon. The cost was $1,300 per person (excluding air fare). There was a lengthy questionnaire and vetting process by one of the staff of Wildland Trekking to make sure that we were fit enough to make the trip. I also bought the optional trip insurance for $80.00 in the event of a last-minute cancellation which also covered being air-lifted from the mountain in case of a medical emergency. Fortunately, none of us needed air-lifted!

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THE YOUTH MASS is held once a month. This is a great opportunity for the children of our Parish to participate as Lectors, Ushers, Greeters, and Gift Bearers. Please contact Cindy Capell at [email protected] to sign up and be a part of this wonderful Ministry. All are welcomed!

CLOW is in need of volunteers to share the Word of the Lord with the children of our Parish during the 11:00 Mass. The Leader and the children leave the church before the Liturgy of the Word begins and congregate in DeLuca Hall to break open the Word of God. Materials are provided prior to your scheduled day. The schedule is done in two to three month intervals. The leaders are usually scheduled once a month as long as we have enough volunteers to rotate. Please consider sharing your faith with our 4 year old to 1st graders during the Mass. If interested please contact Cindy Capell who is in charge of the scheduling at [email protected].

If so, we would like to have you join the NAM sponsored card flights. We are now in the process of organizing the flights which resume in September. We currently have openings in ladies Pinochle; ladies and couples/mixed 500 and ladies Bridge. It is a very enjoyable way to spend an afternoon or evening and a nice way to meet new people. If you have played with us before, why not consider joining us again and renew “old” acquaintances. For further information on Pinochle and 500 contact Evie Welsh at 412-372-2123; for Bridge contact Marilyn Murray at 412-372-0772.

In accordance with the Diocese of Pittsburgh Safe Environment Policy ALL volunteers must be compliant in order to volunteer in ANY capacity within ANY group in the parish. Contact me at the number above for details. If you are a NEW volunteer, and if you have not already done so, take a yellow volunteer envelope which can be found in the main vestibule of the church, the entrance of the school and outside of DeLuca Hall. Complete and return the necessary forms. Once you have attended a Protecting God’s Children Workshop, you are not required at this time by the Diocese of Pittsburgh to update or attend the workshop again. As always we are so very Blessed to have such dedicated and wonderful volunteers here at North American Martyrs Parish and we appreciate you sharing your faith, time and talents to make our Parish Community strong and vibrant.

WE ARE IN NEED of High School Students to volunteer as aides and assistants for CCD classes. This is a great opportunity to share your talents with the children of the Parish. If you are in need of service hours please consider volunteering. We are so very Blessed to have dedicated and faithful volunteers that serve as catechists, aides, subs and hall monitors every Wednesday evening, giving up their time and sharing their faith with the children of the Parish. Thanks to all who help keep our Religious Education Program alive and vibrant!

The longer you stay away from Communion, the more your soul will become weak, and in the end you will become dangerously indifferent. Join us on Mondays before Jesus in the Monstrance from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Thursday, Nov 22, In the Lourdes Center at St. Bernadette Church. Sign-up starting Sunday, November 11th for Volunteer Opportunities listed on the Sign-up Board in the Church entrance. Opportunities, details and times are listed on the board. Desserts are needed. Pies, cakes, cookies and other sweets can be dropped off on Thanksgiving morning in the Lourdes Center. Thank you for your generous support!

Looking for a new way to meet people and have some fun? Check out the Catholic Singles Club of Pittsburgh. We offer a variety of different activities including parties, picnics, hiking, sports leagues, dinners, trips, community service, and many other great events. For more information, visit our website at www.cacpittsburgh.org, check out our Facebook page, CAC of Pittsburgh, or call 412-341-4070. Give yourself a summer present and join today. We think you’ll be glad you did