BLESSING OF CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES & SPONSORS!  Today during the 8:30AM Mass, a special blessing will be given to our Confirmation students and their sponsors. Immediately following the Mass, parents, candidates and their sponsors will remain in the Church for an informational session. All are expected to attend this meeting.

HIGH SCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (GRADES 9-12)! Learning sessions continue tonight from 7:00PM- 8:30PM in the Parish Center. All high school parishioners are urged to take this opportunity to grow in knowledge of their faith. Sessions will continue on Sunday evenings through Nov. 18^th.

ANNUAL CROP WALK TODAY! Last minute registrations on the Green at 1:30PM – walk begins at 2:00PM. Come and join the community for this event that will help make a difference in the lives of hungry children and families in our own community and across the World.

BAPTISM!  Next Saturday at 10:00AM we welcome Lauren Page Singer, daughter of Aaron and Lynette (Schoonover) Singer, who will begin the Christian life through the living waters of Baptism.

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY! "…Go into the whole world and proclaim the Gospel…" (Mark 16:15) Next Sunday is World Mission Sunday, a special day of prayer and sacrifice celebrated in every parish and diocese throughout the world for the Missions of today. Through your prayer and your generous help you will be a missionary yourself, reaching out to share your own faith with the world so in need of Christ’s message. There will be a second collection. Please use the envelope provided in your monthly packet. Additional envelopes and promotional materials are available at all of the Church entrances this weekend.  Please be as generous as possible to the collection for the Propagation of the Faith.

Mission Sunday Mass - The 8:30AM Mass next Sunday will be ministered by the 4^h grade class under the direction of Marty Kubas; catechist’s, Marilyn deGuzman and Valerie Anthony; and aide, Elizabeth Gombosi.

LIFELINE! If human beings were convinced that we are called to live together, that it is wonderful to come to know one another, to respect and help one another, the world would be radically different. (Pope John Paul II)

"THE DEATH PENALTY: CHOOSE LIFE" The Catholic Church has always taught that human life is sacred because we are created by God and in God’s own image. Therefore, all people share the duty to protect and defend life at all times and in all circumstances. Moreover, because human life is a gift from God, all people share the duty to nurture and enhance it. Accordingly, there is a moral presumption against human beings killing other human beings. (The Death Penalty: Choose Life, The Catholic Bishops of Pennsylvania)

PRAYER BASKET – A special basket has been placed at the main entrance of the Church for parishioners to place their written prayer intentions. Each Friday, those committed to an hour of Adoration will include those special intentions in their prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.

ATTENTION ALL MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR! The schedule for the Fall through Thanksgiving has been prepared and is available in the Sacristy this weekend.  Please be sure to pick your new schedule up today.  

HOME DELIVERED MEAL DRIVERS: There is an urgent need for home delivered meal drivers in the Wellsboro and its surrounding area.  If you can spare an hour or two 1 to 5 times a week to deliver hot meals to the elderly, please contact Cathy Quakenbush at Laurel Senior Support Services (1-800-808-5287).

R.C.I.A. Inquiry Sessions – Mon., Oct. 15, 7:00PM, Parish Center. These sessions are for people of other faiths who have an interest in the Catholic faith and for adult Catholics seeking First Communion and/or Confirmation.  This phase of the R.C.I.A. process does not require any commitment.

Babysitting is provided every Sunday during the 8:30AM Mass. Pre-School Classes are held during the 8:30AM Mass Sunday morning’s in the Parish Center.  Religious Education Classes (K-7) are held every Sunday, unless otherwise announced, promptly at 9:30AM in the Parish Center; Grade 8 students meet Sunday evenings at 7:00PM - 8:10PM at the Parish Center.  Holy Hour is observed weekday’s at 7:30AM in the Church. Join us then or make a daily hour of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament at some other time. Office Hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00AM - 12:00 (Noon); 1:00PM - 3:00PM. Bulletin Deadline - articles and meeting notices are requested in writing no later than Wednesday of each week by 3:00PM.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY!  Rev. Dr. Morris Smith continues a series of studies on "The Book of Ephesians". The second session will be held next Saturday, Oct. 20^th from 9:00AM – 12:00 (Noon) in the Parish Center. Bring your Bible, pen and paper. An offering will be taken to offset expenses for Dr. Smith, who travels from Ralston.

YOU ARE INVITED!! The Good Samaritans of the Blossburg Area Catholic Community are sponsoring a ROAST PORK DINNER on Sunday, October 21^st from 12:00PM – 3:00PM at St. Mary’s Church Hall, 138 St. Mary’s Street, Blossburg. The dinner will include roast pork, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, sauerkraut, vegetable, applesauce, rolls & butter, pie and beverage. Adults: $7.00; Children 5-12: $4.00; Under 5: FREE.  

HOMEMADE PIES by Barbara Saladis - Apple, Pumpkin, Cherry, Cherry Crumb and Lemon Merinque.  Proceeds will go to the families of firefighters lost in the Twin Towers Disaster. Cost: $5.00/8 inch pie.  Sign up on the bulletin board at the main entrance of the Church or on the bulletin board in the Parish Center.

DIOCESAN OFFICE OF PARISH MINISTRIES/FAMILY LIFE!  Divorced? Separated? Widowed? The Beginning Experience Weekend offers a powerful and revitalizing program in an atmosphere of understanding and support. The weekend will be held October 26-28 at Fatima Center, Dalton, PA.  Registration deadline is October 16. For more information, contact Carole (Rectory:  570-724-3371).

HALLOWEEN FOR HUNGER – On Sat., Oct. 27^th during the trick-or-treating hours, students representing the Wellsboro Senior High School will be asking for your support as they raise cash and canned goods for the local food pantry.  Unopened flour, sugar, canned goods, etc. and spare change would be greatly appreciated.  Please support our area youth.

Please pray for our sick.

LAST WEEK’S COLLECTION: Of 341 envelopes mailed, 189 families used envelopes and the following was contributed - $2,736.00 to Weekly Offering plus loose change and currency of $1,184.50 for a Total Weekly Offering of $3,920.50; Religious Education Program, $10.00; Adopt-A-Parish Program, $277.00; Building Fund, $378.00; Votive Candle Receipts, $38.00. REMINDER to all parishioners to utilize the envelope system provided by the parish so a statement can be prepared for you at the end of the year. If you have questions or wish to request envelopes, please contact the Parish Office.