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. Father David wrote a special message that is printed on the insert card and Gannon University sponsored the printing of the cards. The ironic part of this is that Gannon University is also celebrating their hundredth anniversary and it was Bishop Gannon that was petitioned from our Catholic community to become the Church of the Beloved Disciple. God truly works in miraculous ways. We have purchased one hundred and twenty-five ornaments. If we run out, we can place an order, but it has to be in groups of fifty.
Ornaments! In keeping with the celebration of Beloved Disciple’s 100th anniversary, we are inviting our parish families to decorate our Christmas Giving Tree. We would love to have you share an ornament and find a special place for it on our tree. We don’t want you to purchase a new one but share one from your collection. Put your name on the back so we can make sure it is returned to you when our tree is packed up for next year. Thanksgiving weekend tags will be on the tree for children in our community, parish and George Junior Republic. Anytime after November 29th, place an ornament on our tree and brighten up the gathering space.
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. Inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting December 2, 3, and 4 at 7pm.
The Funeral Dinner Ministry Needs Additional Volunteers
The Funeral Dinner Ministry is looking for additional volunteers to assist with the luncheon for the families of the parish. The ministry provides a luncheon for the families during a very difficult time. A delicious luncheon is provided for the family and their guests after the funeral Mass. This ministry is very rewarding as it helps the family during a very difficult time and the families are so appreciative of this ministry our church provides. We are in need of additional volunteers to provide the side dishes, desserts and servers for the luncheon. Many hands make for light work! If you're interested in helping with the funeral dinner min-
istry, please contact Pam Sansotta at 724-372 -3143 (cell) or e-mail dpsansotta@zoominternet.net All are welcome. Thank you.
Consider Engagement Encounter!
Getting married in 2026? Take time to invest in your future with an Engagement Encounter weekend, February 6-8, 2026 at St. Mark Catholic Center in Erie. This retreat fulfills diocesan marriage preparation requirements and offers couples—Catholic and interfaith alike—a chance to deepen their connection before the big day. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. Call the Family Life Office at 814-824-1261. “A wedding is one day, but marriage is for a lifetime.”
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
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
Prayer for Advent – Arise, Bless God’s Holy Name! Prepare our hearts for Your coming, Lord. Awaken them from any places that have become sleepy or despondent. Inspire us with new visions. Be with us as we climb closer to You. Amen.
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.
Advent Calendar
1st Sunday of Advent: November 29 - 30
Reconciliation Service — Sunday November 30th at 2pm @ Saint Bartholomew, Sharpsville
2nd Sunday of Advent: December 6 - 7
Holy Day Masses of Immaculate Conception of Mary
Sunday December 7th Vigil Mass: 6pm @ Saint Michael, Emlenton
Monday, December 8th: 8am @ Beloved Disciple
Noon @ Beloved Disciple
Reconciliation Services—Wednesday December 10th at 6pm @ Good Shepherd, West Middlesex
Thursday December 11th at 1:50pm @ Kennedy Catholic High School
3rd Sunday of Advent: December 13-14
Reconciliation Service — Sunday December 14th at 2pm @ Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mercer
Grove City Memory Café! Our Next Café is scheduled for December 4 from 1 to 3pm at Beloved Disciple Church in the Triple Classroom. Please Come & Join Us!
Help Needed for Decorating! We’re getting ready to make our space beautiful for the
Christmas season, and we’d love your help! Join us on Thursday, December 11 at 7pm following Mass to begin our set up. This session will be to set up the trees. All ages and skill levels welcome—many hands make light work! We are also seeking a family to coordinate the Nativity setup and take down. If this sounds like a meaningful way to serve, please let us know! For questions or to volunteer, contact Nelsa.
“Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths.” –
Flower Memorials: The beautiful poinsettias and greenery in our sanctuary are a special part of our Christmas. All flowers are funded through our flower memorial envelope included in your packet and we invite you to be a part of our decor team by making a memorial donation. You can donate online or use an envelope and earmark it Christmas Flower Memorial. Please list the names you would like included in our Christmas insert and please note clearly, living or deceased.
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
DECEMBER
7 + Student Faith Formation Classes + Advent Celebration
18+ Parish Advent Celebration —
6pm Mass & Potluck and activities following
Adult Ed:
DECEMBER
9 + Adult Faith Formation 5:30 to 7 pm
16 + Adult Faith Formation 5:30 to 7 pm
The Tuesday December 2 Adult faith Formation session is being changed to Tuesday December 9 at 5:30 - 7pm due to a conflict in scheduling
Annual Rada Fundraiser: Little Disciples Preschool and Prekindergarten is holding their annual Rada Cutlery fundraiser. The sale runs from November 10 through December 2. Orders can be placed online by going ‘http://bit.ly/2D4mZFr’ Online orders will be shipped directly to you. If your order is over $35 you can receive $5 off shipping by using the code SHIPDEAL at checkout. If you prefer to order on paper, catalogs and order forms will be in the gathering area. Please make your check payable to Beloved Disciple Preschool and remember to include the shipping fee. Thank you in advance for your support! If you have any questions, contact Lorie at (724) 967- 4733.
Giving Tree: Each year we bring a smile to children in the Grove City area on Christmas morning. Tags are put on our Giving Tree in the gathering space. If anyone is feeling the stress of the approaching holidays and would like assistance, forms are available on the baptismal font. Fill the form out and slip it under my door or put the completed form in an envelope with my name on it and place it in the collection basket. Forms need to be filled out and returned by Sunday, November 16th. All information is confidential. If you know someone that is in need of assistance please share this information with them. Our parish family is compassionate and generous in supporting our community. Please contact Victoria Wagner, 724.748.6700 extension 116 to answer any questions.
VANCO Online Giving! As autumn settles in and our schedules get busier, we understand that you might not be able to join us every Sunday. However, your generous donations can still be here! Simply visit our online giving page at VANCO. We hope you’ll find the experience quick and convenient. Thank you so much for your generosity and support. Your contributions are a true blessing, and we are deeply grateful for your kindness. VANCO ONLINE
Please pray for our deceased parishioners
- 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
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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
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
- 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