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Christmas Bazaar
St. Anselm Gym
Friday Evening, November 22nd 6:00 PM until 8:30 PM Saturday, November 23rd 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM
“Kid’s Korner”
Refreshments Available... Pizza, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches, Pasta Salad,
Chicken Nuggets, Macaroni & Cheese
Variety Chance Table, Gift Baskets for all ages
Cash for Christmas Last Year’s Prize - $982.00
Sweet Table, Decorate your cupcake! Personalized Items, Crafts, Toys & Gifts for all
ages and much more!!!!!!!!!!
Santa will arrive 6:30 PM Santa will arrive 11:30 AM on Friday! on Saturday!
DEVOTIONS Rosary ------------------------------ 8:00 am, Monday - Friday 6:00 pm, Monday (Chapel) Eucharis. c Exposi on --------- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday (Chapel) Divine Mercy --------------------- 3:00 pm, Monday (Chapel) Benedic on ----------------------- 6:30 pm, Monday (Chapel) Prayer Group --------------------- 7:00 pm, Tuesday (Chapel) Miraculous Medal Novena --- 8:00 am, Saturday PARISH CENTER HOURS Monday - Thursday ------------- 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Friday ------------------------------- 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Saturday --------------------------- 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Sunday ----------------------------- 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saint Anselm Parish 1 2 6 7 0 D U N K S F E R R Y R O A D P H I L A D E L P H I A , P A 1 9 1 5 4
WEDDINGS: Those who become engaged are requested to reach out to a parish priest at least six (6) months before the desired wedding date.
Please also reach out to Deacon Warner for informa on about our Pre-Cana program around the same me. BAPTISMS: Bap� sms are celebrated every Sunday following the Noon Mass, approximately at 1:00 pm. Parents are requested to call the Parish Center and speak with Deacon Warner or one of our parish priests who can assist them in registering their child for the Sacrament of Bap� sm. Deacon Warner can schedule the Pre-Jordan Bap� sm Program with the parents of the child at the me of registra on.
Any ques ons or concerns about the Sacrament? Reach out to Father Rossi or Deacon Warner, thank you!
PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Anthony T. Rossi ----------- Parochial Administrator [email protected]
Rev. Addisalem T. Mekonnen------------- Parochial Vicar [email protected]
Msgr. Thomas J. Dunleavy ---------------- Pastor Emeritus
Rev. Jonathan J. Dalin -------------------------------- Resident
Deacon Gerald J. Whartenby --------- Pastoral Associate
Deacon Dennis P. Warner -------------- Pastoral Associate
Mrs. Geraldine Murphy ------------------- Principal, School
Mr. Anthony Polselli ------ Coordinator of Rel. Educa. on [email protected]
Mrs. Mary Ann Thackrah --------- Advancement Director [email protected]
Mrs. Diane Leone. ----------------------- Director of Music
I thank those who were kind enough to attend our parish’s Annual Mass of Remembrance for our Faithfully Departed. I think it was a beautiful reminder of our loved ones and how God embraces them all in His love and mercy. This weekend our parish will host a tremendous seminarian, Dominic Mirenda who hails all the way from West Brandywine Township, Chester County PA. He is a member of Saint Peter Parish which is a neighbor of my previous assignment. He will speak at all the Masses regarding the importance of the annual Saint Charles Seminary Collection. Their goal to support the endeavors of training future priests, deacons and lay catechists is $3.5 Million. Even though the appeal is a direct mailing, a Special Collection will be taken up at the Masses this weekend. If you have not already done so you may place your donation in this collection. If you have already sent your donation directly to the Seminary, there is no obligation to make another donation. Thank you for your support! In the context of the Gospel according to St. Luke, today's passage appears near the end of Jesus' teaching in Jerusalem, just prior to the events that will lead to the Passion and Crucifixion. His warnings and predictions are ominous but can be read in many ways. To those who first heard Luke's Gospel, those may have been words of encouragement. The destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem by the Romans was history (70 A.D.); Catholic theologians would consider his Gospel was written between 80 and 90 A.D. His audience would have been those who were converts from pagan religions to Christianity. St. Luke here tries to interpret the fall of Jerusalem for them and to locate it in God's plans for all humankind (which is called Salvation History). At the same time, Luke is suggesting to his audience that there will be a considerable passing of time before Jesus' final coming. Luke's listeners have likely seen much upheaval and are anxious to know if these are the signs of Jesus' Final Coming. Luke is urging greater patience. In the second part of today's Gospel, Jesus warns that His followers will face persecution for their beliefs. Luke presents persecution as an opportunity for the followers of Jesus for “It will lead to your giving testimony” (Luke 21:13). In persecution, God's wisdom and power will be shown in the example of those who lived the example of Jesus. Perseverance in the face of persecution will lead to their salvation. Here Jesus is assuring His followers that God is present to all believers, even in times of trouble. Ultimately, Jesus will witness this with his own death. As disciples of Jesus, we try to follow his example, trusting in God's mercy and protection, even when we are facing difficulties. And, just a reminder we have just one more week of “Ordinary Time” left before we begin Advent on December 1st of this year. Please know that all of you will be in my prayers as we prepare again for the birth of our Savior at Christmas. We will be posting a schedule for our Advent Penance Service and the Christmas Masses in the up-coming bulletins. Lastly, we had experienced an unfortunate computer clitch and some of our parishioners who had already donated to the Block Collection received reminder letters. To ensure your contribution was recorded, please contact Mrs. Jackson between 9 AM and 4 PM, Monday thru Friday. We apologize for any inconvenience and concern this may have caused you. Father Rossi
Can you help with the Christmas Bazaar?
We are in need of volunteers for Friday evening and Saturday. If you are able to assist, please call 215-637-3525, ext. #16.
Mass Schedule Sunday, November 17
8:00 AM Chris Buck, 8th Anniversary r/b Buck & Rondeau Families 10:00 AM Nora & Monte Christie r/b Christie Family 12:00 PM The People of Saint Anselm Parish
Monday, November 18 8:30 AM Father Edward Bruckner
r/b Frank & Adele Nessel
Tuesday, November 19 8:30 AM Catherine Markee, 40th Anniversary r/b Her Children
Wednesday, November 20 8:30 AM Deceased Members of the Legion of Mary r/b Legion of Mary
Thursday, November 21 8:30 AM Dominick Bucciarelli r/b Mary & John Clark
Friday, November 22 8:30 AM John Meschler r/b Mary & Family
Saturday, November 23 8:00 AM Deceased Members of the Danvers-Wengraitis Families r/b Anne Marie & Family 5:00 PM Shannon Dunne r/b Kimberly Jennings
Sunday, November 24 8:00 AM Carmella Milillo r/b Eddie & Family 10:00 AM John Lind, 2nd Anniversary r/b JoAnne Lind 12:00 PM Joseph Fratanduono r/b Mom, Joan
Pray For Our Sick… Eric Bilostein, Robert Boyd, Joanne Callahan, Margaret & Ralph Citrino, Megan Clifford, Kimberly Doering, Linda Duaime, Barbara Fantos, Sherry Durst Ferreri, John Fritz, Jerry & Denise Funcke, Mike Gabriel, John & Susan Harder, Thomas Hargraves, Richard Himes, Blanche Jacober, Priscilla Kaercher, Marge Karis, Wayne Kellenberger, Jr., Rosemarie Khalil, Karen Kumor, Marilyn Laurie, Jack Lessig, Regina Long, Michael McAleer, Barbara McDevitt, Kathy McDowell, John McFadden, George McGeehan, Tom McGuire, Richard Maher, Carol Masterson, Joseph Melnyk, Brian Milligan, Karen Murphy, Kathy Murphy, Judy O’Meara, Chase Pacitti, Donna Palladino, Mike Pettine, Karen Pritchard, Lew Radziszewski, Janet Segaline, Agnes Smith, Mary Snyder, Brandy Stewart, Jack Tolchin, Joe Tuscano, Dawn Veklot, Jack & Sophie Weber, Helene Zisk
Pray For Our Deceased… Barbara Santos, sister of Dot Sullivan Peggy Smith, friend of Dolores Stack
Weekly Schedule Sunday, November 17
9:00 AM SCRIP Sales – Parish Center 10:00 AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word – Room A
Monday, November 18 9:00 AM Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament 3:00 PM Divine Mercy Chaplet 4:30 PM Mass @ Woodhaven Center 6:00 PM Rosary & Benediction – Chapel 6:00 PM Barnes & Nobel Book Fair ...Neshaminy Mall 6:30 PM Blessed Margaret Meeting – Room A 7:00 PM Legion of Mary – Spirituality Ctr. 7:00 PM Al Anon Meeting
Tuesday, November 19 9:00 AM SCRIP Sales – Parish Center 6:30 PM BLJ Building & Grounds Committee Mtg. ...Spirituality Ctr. 6:45 PM CCD Classes 7:00 PM Prayer Group – Spirituality Ctr.
Wednesday, November 20 7:00 PM Parkwood Civic Association – Parish Hall
Thursday, November 21 8:30 AM Mass, Grades 5-8 6:30 PM SCRIP Sales – Parish Center 7:00 PM Choir Practice – Music Room 7:00 PM Boy Scouts’ Meeting – Parish Hall
Friday, November 22 Christmas Bazaar – Victory Hall
Saturday, November 23 Christmas Bazaar – Victory Hall
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 4:30 PM SCRIP Sales – Parish Center
Wedding
November 9, 2019 Scott Myslinski and Ashley McCoach
Baptisms
November 10, 2019 Francesca Rae, daughter of Giovanni and Judith Carpino
Nathaniel Chay, son of Hung and Felicia Luong
Vincentian Message…
The Gospel predicts the end of times; our challenge though is to live faithfully now. St. Vincent often asked this simple question: “What would Jesus do if he were in my place now?” Ask yourself “What would Jesus Christ do” and then put your gift in the Society of St. Vincent DePaul poor box so that those who are suffering will be able to celebrate Thanksgiving happily.
Christmas Giving Tree We invite all the families of the parish to think of the less fortunate and those who are struggling this Christmas. Our Parish Family Christmas Tree is a special way to brighten someone’s Christmas. Please choose one of the tree ornaments which will indicate the gender, age, size and item of the gift to be purchased. When you wrap your gift, PLEASE secure the ornament to the OUTSIDE of the package. Please place the gift in front of the Blessed Mother by 1:30 PM on December 15th. All gifts will be distributed by the St. Vincent DePaul Society in the name of St. Anselm Parish. If you need the helping hand of the Lord this season, or know of a parish family that needs His help, please call the Parish Center so we may include your family, or another, on the Giving Tree.
Parishioners in Need
Unemployment, lack of work, and layoffs have caused some of our families to experience a loss of income. Our charitable outreach to these families at Thanksgiving and Christmas (food, gifts, and gift cards) will allow them to take the money that they are not spending for these things and use it for utility bills, mortgage payments, etc. If you know of parishioners in this situation who we can help, please call either Father Rossi, Father Mekonnen, Deacon Warner or Deacon Whartenby. People who are willing to donate to assist these families are asked to do so as “Thanksgiving or Christmas Outreach.”
THANKSGIVING MASS On Tuesday, November 26, 2019 the Saint Anselm St. Vincent de Paul Society will hold an annual Thanksgiving Mass in the Church at 7:00 P.M. All are invited to join us as we call some attention to the plight of those who hunger and, in some small way, attempt to alleviate that hunger in our area. The children of St. Anselm School and CCD will be collecting canned goods which will be donated to those in need. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.
May we always remember the words of Jesus, “Whatsoever you do to the least of my brethren that you do unto me.”
CARING FOR FRIENDS A very special “Thank You” to all who continue to cook and replenish the meals for Caring for Friends. We are most grateful for your support. As the need for assistance becomes greater during the up-coming months, we encourage you to continue to provide meals and we would welcome NEW participation. If you are able to make extra when preparing your dinners, there are containers in the History Room in which to place a meal and provide dinner for someone in need.
Bulletin Transmission Schedule
Articles for publication in the November 24th bulletin must be received by Monday, November 18th. Articles for the December 1st bulletin must be received by November 20th.
Second Collection – November 10, 2019 Building Improvement $ 1,462.00
Barnes & Noble Neshaminy Bookfair Fundraiser Monday, November 18, 2019
Do you want to get some new books, music, and movies for your library? Do you want to help St. Anselm School raise money? Then come to our Barnes & Noble Bookfair at the Neshaminy Mall location. Our Bookfair will be held at Barnes & Noble Neshaminy on Monday, November 18, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Please remember to give our Bookfair ID, 12541447, at the register so the sale will count toward our total. Even items bought at the Barnes & Noble Café that night will help our school. Thank you for your generous support of Saint Anselm School!
Saturday, December 7, 2019
7 – 11:00 PM
(Doors open at 6:30 PM)
Join us in Our Lady of Victory Hall for a fun night! Enjoy a bottle of wine with our Wine Raffle Pull - $10. Must be 21 years to attend. Raffle Baskets – 50/50 Rounds & Mulligans available! Reserve a table for your organization, or family/friends team. Team maximum is 10. Advance ticket price is $10.00 each. Door ticket price is $15. To reserve a table – purchase advance tickets only - minimum of 8. Every team purchasing pre-sale tickets will be entered in the FREE Bonus Cash Round. Proceeds of this event benefit St. Anselm Tuition Assistance for families in need.
Football Mania Winners! Week #10
Ticket # Winner Amount 2040 Fred Roman $25.00 2020 Bill Stabler $25.00
Seller’s Prize: Betty Vernalis
Congratulations!
Christmas Bazaar Our Lady of Victory Hall
November 22 & 23, 2019
Cash for Christmas Chances are now available at the
Parish Center School children have received chances. Chances must be returned by November 21st to participate
in the prize program.
Chances are $1.00 each Last year’s winner received $982.00!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If you are able to help Friday night or Saturday, please call 215-637-3525, ext. #16. Please leave your name, telephone number and availability. Thank you.
DONATIONS GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED!
We would also be grateful for donations to our Basket of Cheer. All “spirits” are being accepted at the Parish Center.
ATTENTION, ALL BAKERS! While we rely on the kindness and generosity of our school families to provide sweets for our Cake Booth, we could use the support of our parish families as well. Baked goods such as cakes, brownies, pies, breads, whatever your specialty, will be happily accepted in OLV on Thursday evening after 6:00 PM, Friday until 8:30 PM, and Saturday until Noon. All proceeds of our bazaar benefit our school children. We would be grateful for your support!
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