Father Vincent "Vinnie" Dang was born in Vietnam on October 8, 1961. His family lived next to the church where they would go to mass every day. In seventh grade, Father went to a seminary in Vietnam before the communist government closed it. The Diocese of Scranton’s Catholic Social Services sponsored Dang’s immigration to the area, beginning his life in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Dang enrolled in St. Pius X Seminary in Dalton for three years, followed by four years at Immaculate Conception Seminary in New Jersey. Father Dang was ordained a priest on June 24, 1995.
Loving Christ,Loving Others
We are a welcoming Catholic community called by God to live out the message of Christ in love and service to all people. Our parish mission is:
We, the people of Saint Andrew Parish in Wilkes-Barre, strive to encounter the God who loves us, to remain a community that welcomes strangers as warmly as we do our fellow parishioners, and to become the hands of God in a world in need of divine peace and love.
MEMORIAL OF ST. BLAISE/ BLESSING OF THROATS
Mon., Feb. 3 is the Memorial of St. Blaise.
The traditional blessing of throats will take place during the weekend Masses of Feb. 1 & 2 at St. Leo the Great and St. Andrew Churches.
Please come to receive your blessing.
COLLECTION FOR VICTIMS OF CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES
These wildfires have claimed homes, businesses, and, tragically, lives. Families are displaced, communities are shaken, and many of our brothers and sisters are in desperate need of assistance. As Catholics, we are called to show mercy and compassion in times of suffering. For the next several weeks, we will accept donations for the victims of the wildfires. Please drop off your donation in an envelope marked WILDFIRES at the rectory or in the collection basket.
May God bless you for your kindness and generosity.
First Penance Practice
Practice for First Penance will be held on Thursday, February 6th, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the Church.
All those receiving are required to attend.
Thank-you.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MINISTER AT ST. ANDREW?
Have you considered becoming an Altar Server, Lector, or Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Eucharist?
Please contact the rectory at 570-823-1948 to learn more.
Thank you.
SAVE THESE IMPORTANT DATES
FIRST PENANCE: Sat. Feb. 8 at 10 am
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: Sun, May 4 at 11 am
CONFIRMATION: Sun. June 8 at 11 am
Please mark these dates on your calendar.
Help Us Stock St Andrew's Outside Food Pantry
St Andrew Parish needs your help to stock our outside food pantry. Please bring your non-perishable donations to the pantry located on the parking lot side of the church near the side entrance. Help us provide food for those in need.
Thank you.
CANDLES AT ST. ANDREW
There are Sanctuary, Blessed Mother and Sacred Heart Candles available.
If you would like to dedicate a candle for someone, please call the rectory at 570-823-1948.
Offering is $10.00.
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Mass Times
Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm
Sunday: 11:00am
Holy Days: as scheduled in the bulletin or on the church calendar.
Office Hours:
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 9:30 AM - 12:30PM
Confession:
Saturday 5:05 - 5:25pm
or call the rectory for an appointment with our
Pastor
Communion Calls: Any parishioner wishing to be placed on the list of those whom Communion is brought to their home is asked to please call the rectory at 570-823-1948.
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And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, to the close of the age."
Matthew 28: 18-20 (RSV-CE)
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316 Parrish St, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States
570-823-1948
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