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SAINT MATTHIAS PARISH Founded 1906

128 BRYN MAWR AVENUE BALA CYNWYD, PENNSYLVANIA 19004

Website: www.saintmatthias.org Email: matthias@saintmatthias.org Phone: 610-664-0207

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m.

Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions): Saturdays 4:15 to 4:45 PM, also by appointment ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Reverend Monsignor Gerard C. Mesure, J.D., J.C.D., M.A. … Pastor Director of Parish Outreach … Peggy Haley Reverend Sean P. Bransfield, J.C.L., M.A., M.Div. … Parochial Vicar Director of Liturgical Music … Berthilla Wiscount Reverend John A. McGinnis … Retired Priest Coordinator of Religious Education … Peggy Haley

Deacon Michael J. Kubiak Weekend Assistance: Rev. Gregory Finn OSJ and Rev. Quan Tran ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome to Saint Matthias Parish! Please see one of

the priests after any weekend Mass or call the Rectory if you are interested in

registering at Saint Matthias Parish.

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

SICK CALLS: Emergencies – Please call the Rectory. Hospital Visitation – The

Parish Priests will be happy to visit any Parishioner who is hospital-

ized. Please contact the Rectory, since hospitals do not contact the Rectory.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: The Sacrament of Baptism is administered most

Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Arrangements are made in advance at the

Rectory. Sponsors must provide proof of eligibility by a letter from their

respective Pastors. First-time parents attend a Pre-Jordan Meeting prior to

Baptism, which is arranged at a mutually convenient time.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Arrangements must be made with the parish at

least six months before the date of the Wedding.

A P R I L 1 4 , 20 19 – P A L M S U N D A Y

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April 14, 2019

Saturday, April 13– Lenten Weekday 8:00 Stephen Joseph Griffin 5:00 Deceased Members of the Michele Baldi family;

the Baldi family, the Borek family & the Kaminski family

Sunday, April 14 – Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 8:30 Nicholas Chovanes 10:30 Elizabeth Glasgow – 22nd Anniversary 7:00 For the Safety & Good Health of the

Torrecampo Family

Monday, April 15 – Monday of Holy Week 7:30 Special Intentions of Francis Burdo

Tuesday, April 16 – Tuesday of Holy Week 7:30 In Thanksgiving for Good Health

Wednesday, April 17 – Wednesday of Holy Week 7:30 Parishioners of St. Matthias Church

Thursday, April 18 – Holy Thursday 8:00 AM Morning Prayer 7:00 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper

Friday, April 19 – Friday of the Passion of the Lord 8:00 AM Morning Prayer 3:00 AM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 7:00 AM Stations of the Cross

Saturday, April 20– Holy Saturday 8:00 AM Morning Prayer 11:30 AM Blessing of First Foods of Easter 8:00 PM Easter Vigil - Parishioners of St.

Matthias Church

Sunday, April 21 – Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord 8:30 AM Parishioners of St. Matthias Church 10:30 AM Parishioners of St. Matthias Church 12:00 NOON Parishioners of St. Matthias Church

* Extra ordinary support through the Saint Matthias Day Program.

LIVING LIGHTS: If you have a prayer request and would like a special intention candle lit, we have three candles on the side of the sanctuary near the Sacred Heart Statue that burn for a week. There is a donation of $10.00 for each candle. Please call the rectory with your intention request by Friday of the previous week. A candle this week is burning for:

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH: Rose Augustine, Lorraine Beaulieu, Richard & Mary Jane Breen, Christopher Browne, Sister Margaret Donohue, R.S.M., Louise Grato, Raymond Hinson, Dr. Joan Hurlock, Chadd Kraus, Eleanor Kuhl, Ann Ledgister, Terry Leibfreid, Rev. James Moore, S.J., Mrs. Agata Pacellia, Michele Smith, Jim Trainer, Louise Vesci, Rev. Thomas Wheeler, S.J., Jack Yura. We also pray for those served by our Parish in Inglis House and Bala Nursing Home. Please help us keep this list current: if you wish to have someone’s name added to/removed from the Sick List, kindly contact the Rectory.

MEMBERS OF THE PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL: Patricia Black, Andrea Constantino, Mike DeMonte, Maggie Duffy, Brian Fogarty, Peggy Haley (ex-officio), Ed Kiefski, Claudia Martinez, Ray Nepomuceno, Gina Sullivan, H. Nelson Keyser (finance council rep.), Berthilla Wiscount (ex-officio), Megan Zak

April, 2019 – Universal

For Doctors and their humanitarian collaborators in war zones, who risk their

lives to save the lives of others.

Intentions of

Pope Francis

Sacrificial Giving ~ Stewardship

April 6 & 7, 2019 - $7,712

April 7 8, 2018 - $7,505 Second Collection Easter Flowers

April 6 & 7 2019 - $902

Thank you for your continued sacrificial

generosity!

Priest Celebrant Schedule: April 20 & 21 8:00 PM Rev. Gregory Finn 8:30 AM Rev. Gregory Finn 10:30 AM Msgr. Gerard Mesure NOON Rev. Sean Bransfield

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Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion – April 14 Palms will be blessed at each Mass in memory of Jesus’ triumphant

entry into Jerusalem

Saturday, April 13 Confessions 4:15 – 4:45 PM

Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday, April 14

Masses: 8:30 & 10:30 AM, and 7:00 PM

Monday of Holy Week – April 15 Mass: 7:30 AM

Tuesday of Holy Week – April 16 Mass: 7:30 AM

Stations of the Cross: 7:00 PM Confessions available after Stations

Wednesday of Holy Week – April 17 Mass: 7:30 AM

Holy Thursday – April 18 Morning Prayer (Lauds): 8:00 AM

Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 7:00 PM The Church will remain open until 10:00 PM

for adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament at the Repository

Good Friday – April 19 Morning Prayer (Lauds): 8:00 AM

The Church will remain open all day for visitation Confessions: 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM

Solemn Celebration of the Lord’s Passion: 3:00 PM (Reading of the Passion, Veneration of the Cross, and Holy Communion)

Stations of the Cross: 7:00 PM

Holy Saturday – April 20 Morning Prayer (Lauds): 8:00 AM

Easter Egg Hunt: 11:00 AM Blessing of Easter Food: 11:30 AM Confessions: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Easter Vigil: 8:00 PM No 5:00 PM Mass

Easter Sunday – April 21 Masses: 8:30 & 10:30 AM, and 12 Noon

No 7:00 PM Mass

Tuesdays of Lent 7:00 p.m.

Followed by Confessions

At the heart of our faith is the Paschal Mystery:

the Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension of

Jesus Christ. All of salvation history leads up to and

goes forth from these saving events. Plan to attend

some or all of the special liturgies of Palm Sunday,

Holy Thursday, and Good Friday and Saturday at

Saint Matthias. You can refer to the schedule for the

special liturgies for Holy Week & Easter in this

bulletin. By celebrating them in community, we make

them present today and learn again, in a new way, the

reality of our Risen Lord alive in our midst.

A Memorial Mass for William Kelly,

son of Deacon & Mrs. Gerry Kelly will be offered on Saturday,

April 27, 2019 at 10:30 AM.

A number of parishioners have reported receiving fake emails and texts claiming to be from the parish or one of the priests.

Apparently, this has become a problem at several parishes. If you receive a suspicious communication, do not respond. If needed you can always call the rectory to confirm the authenticity of anything claiming to be from the parish.

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SAINT MATTHIAS PARISH VACATION BIBLE CAMP 2019

THEME “Under Construction”

June 24th to June 28th 9:00 AM to 12 Noon

Lunch Bunch 12:00 Noon to 12:45 (bring your lunch)

Children ages K through 4th grade

5th to 8th grade Jr. Volunteers.

High School Students Camp Assistants

REGISTRATION FORMS AVAILABLE AT ENTRANCES

Annual Easter Egg Hunt Hosted by our Parish Religious Education Students

Holy Saturday, April 20 11:00 a.m. SHARP

Parish Parking Lot and Rectory Front Lawn All adults must be accompanied by a child! In case of rain, the hunt will be held in the gym.

Holy Saturday Blessing of Easter Food and

Easter Baskets in Church at 11:30 AM

PREP Schedule Sunday, April 14th – gather in gym @ 8:45 for a “Fill a Bag with Love Event” (Parents are welcome to join us) Sunday, April 21st – NO PREP “Happy Easter” Sunday, April 28th – gather in gym @ 8:45 AM Sunday, May 5th – gather in gym @8:45 AM Sunday, May 12th – gather in the gym at 10:00 AM dismissal at 11:30 or after the 10:30 Mass

Renovation Fund

Thanks to all who have contributed to the fund to help pay for the renovation of our former convent into our new Parish Center. So far we have received approximately $300,000 in pledges and one time gifts. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Contributions are still most welcome. Information can be found at the doors of the church. We have plans for a plaque in the new Parish Center acknowledging those who have contributed $1000 or more to the Renovation Fund.

Special thanks are also offered to the members of the Renovation Fund Committee for their dedication and work.

The renovations are scheduled to begin in just a few weeks. They should be completed by the end of the Summer. We look forward to a dedication and grand opening in the Fall.

Liturgical Ministry Schedule April 13 & 14, 2019

Verse of the Day – April 14, 2019 For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

There is a parishioner who is looking for a used car. If you or someone you know is ready to sell their car, please call the rectory at 610-664-0207

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Liturgical Ministry Schedule April 20 & 21, 2019

Lectors 8:00 PM Therese Trainer & Mike Utkus 8:30 AM Pat Ciarrocchi 10:30 AM Tia Pratt Noon Pat Black

Ministers of Holy Communion 8:00 PM Eileen Keenan & Deacon Mike

Kubiak 8:30 AM Charlie & Peg Lamb 10:30 AM Peggy Haley & Deacon Mike Kubiak Noon Victoria Britt & Pat Black

Altar Servers

8:00 PM Katie Timberlake, Keira Gibbons Alexia Levine, Emily Donoghue

8:30 AM Logan & Stevie Rothberg & Lauryn Holgado

10:30 AM Teddy & Lucinda Eisenstein & Gerard Wilk

Noon Keiko Nguyen, Mai Linh & Nolan Shanley

Greeters 8:00 PM Dolores DiGiacomo, Dave Fabry,

Eileen Keenan & Peggy Haley 8:30 AM Toni Pratt, Alan Tremper & Jenny

Custer 10:30 AM Jeff & Peggy Haley, Toni Pratt &

Mary Whelihan Noon Claudia Martinez & Kathy Johnson

Counters Heidi Schulze & Eileen Keenan

The Bishops of the United States prescribe, as a

minimal obligation, that all persons who are fourteen

years of age and older are bound to abstain from

eating meat on Ash Wednesday, all the Fridays of

Lent, and Good Friday. Further, all persons eighteen

years of age and older, up to and including their fifty-

ninth birthday, are bound to fast by limiting

themselves to a single full meal on Ash Wednesday

and on Good Friday, while the other two meals on

those days are to be light.

Gifts made to the Catholic Charities Appeal will provide support needed to tens of thousands of people through countless organizations, programs, and ministries throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The beneficiaries are grouped into 5 key areas: Education; Social Services; Evangelization, Parish and Spiritual Life; Clergy; and Local Mission Activities. The overall goal this year is $12.5 million. Our parish goal remains the same as last year $50, 536. As of April 4th, 52 parishioners have donated a total of $12,561 or 25% of our goal. Please be generous!

The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, and Faith has on-going programs held on-line for families and individuals affected by divorce/separation

Monthly On-Line Support Group. First Tuesday of Each Month 8 – 9 p.m. EST. Event: On-Line Support Group for Individuals and Families Affected by Divorce/Separation

These events take place every month and are on-going. FREE EVENT.

Speakers: A Mercedarian friar and the director of the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation. This is a sharing group. All are invited to speak during the meeting.

Location: On-Line. This is a “Webinar-like” sharing group with an option for laptop camera with audio or phone-in. (GoToMeeting format). To Learn More: Visit the website: www.nonnatus.org. Or social media at “Philly Nonnatus”.

To Sign-up: Email director.srnf@gmail.com and type SUPPORT in the title to received direct link. Sign-in link is also on the front page of the website at www.nonnatus.org. Phone: 215-870-9913.

John W. Hallahan H.S. Alumnae Association is

sponsoring their annual 50 Years & Beyond luncheon

on May 1 at Connstatter Volksfest-Verein, 9130

Academy Rd., Philadelphia for graduates of Hallahan

for 50+ years. Cost is $35/person. Please contact

Marge West Kiefski ’66 at 215-913-4482 or

at mmkiefski@aol.com.

Catholic Charities 2019 “Partners in Hope”

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Rediscover the Love in Your Marriage! Tens of thousands of couples have healed their Marriages through Retrouvaille (Retro-VIE). If you know of anyone who could benefit from this program please pass it on. Couples learn to build communication skills and rediscover intimacy. Retrouvaille provides help for marriage problems, difficulties or crises. The next program in your area begins on the weekend of April 26 at the Family Life Center in Malvern, PA. Another weekend will be held in August. For more information, or to register for one of our weekends, visit our web site at: www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215-766-3944 or 800-470-2230. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

Quo Vadis Days – June 24-27, 2019

High school men are invited to gather for this 4-day, 3-night camp with the Philadelphia Seminarians. The camp includes dynamic talks, small group discussions, meaningful prayer

experiences, and a fun environment including a ropes course, swimming pool, lake, basketball, soccer, frisbee, and more. A sliding scale registration fee of $25-$300 includes lodging, meals, t-shirt, and activities. To register, or for more information, visit HeedTheCall.org/QuoVadis or call the Vocation Office at (610) 667-5778.

Going Deeper – Practicing a Living Faith – July 28 - August 1, 2019 Join us for a 4-day, service-oriented camp for high school junior and senior men or those with at least two years Quo Vadis experience.

The camp is held at the Spiritual Year House at St. Matthew’s Parish in Conshohocken. Through daily Mass and prayer opportunities, service activities, and discussions, the men will grow together in service, faith, and friendship. To register or learn more, visit HeedTheCall.org/GoingDeeper or call the Vocation Office at (610) 667-5778

MINISTRY OF MOTHERS (MOM)

The Ministry of Mothers (MOM) group seeks to develop our faith and deepen our relationship with God while getting to know and support each other in the everyday joys and challenges of raising Catholic children. The MOM group started on February 6th, and meets every other week on Wednesdays from 9 AM to 10:15 AM in the Antioch Annex at St. Margaret's for coffee, conversation and camaraderie! It's also a good time to check out the Catholic Relief Services' self-guided meditation, "One on the Journey: A Solidarity Prayer Walk." All parents and guardians — regardless of religious affiliation — are invited. Children of all ages are welcomed! May is the month of Mary. Since she is our group’s patroness, the MOM group will focus on getting to know her better this month through her different titles.

Our remaining meetings this school year are:

May 1 – Mary: Mother of God, Immaculate Conception, Our Lady of Lourdes

May 15 – The Rosary (We will pray the Rosary together)

May 29 – Mary: Our Lady of Guadalupe, Fatima and Czestochowa

June 12 – TBD: Last gathering before summer break

Feel free to invite others! As always, there will be toys for the kids, and snacks for all!

Philadelphia Catholic Scholars Program –

July 8-18, 2019

Attention high school junior and

senior men! Join us for an

exciting 10-day journey into the

intellectual and spiritual

heritage of the Catholic Church. Successful

completion of the camp earns attendees three

college credits. Read great and formative texts from

the Church’s extensive tradition while participating

in discussion-based seminar classes. This study

combines regular prayer and classes at St. Charles

Borromeo Seminary as well as cultural excursions.

To register, or for more information, visit:

HeedTheCall.org/PCSP or contact the Vocation

Office at (610) 667-5778