Saints Philip and James Parish S Sunday Mass Schedule Vigil: 4:00 pm 8:30, 10:30AM, 12N & 5:30PM Monday through Saturday Holy Mass 8:30AM Parish Clergy Rev. Joseph C. Dieckhaus, J.C.L., Pastor Weekend Assistance Rev. Harry J. Erdlen, O.S.A., Malvern Prep Rev. Christopher J. Drennen, O.S.A. Malvern Prep Rev. James W. Cassidy, O.S.A., Malvern Prep Rev. Adelmo Dunghe, S.J. Parish Staff Mrs. Barbara A. Doyle Parish Office Manager Mr. Michael McCafferty Business Manager Mrs. Carmel Kropp Office of Liturgy Planning Saints Philip &James Rectory 107 North Ship Road Exton, PA 19341 Phone: 610 363 6536 • www.sspj.net Rectory Hours Monday thru Friday 9AM—5PM Closed 12N - 1PM Saints Philip & James School Pre-K, K, Grades 1–8: 610 363 6530 Sister Teresa Ballisty, IHM, Principal Parish Religious Education Sister Marie Garman, IHM, Director Office: 610 363 1307 Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) Mrs. Marie Romano 610-363 6530 X 152 CYO Information cyo.sspj.net ENTRANCE ANTIPHON: God himself is my help. The Lord upholds my life. I will offer you a willing sacrifice; I will praise your name, O Lord, for its goodness.. COMMUNION: The Lord keeps in our minds the wonderful things he has done. He is compassion and love; he always provides for his faithful. July 18, 2021 Exton, PA
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Saints Philip and James Parish
SSunday Mass Schedule Vigil: 4:00 pm
8:30, 10:30AM, 12N & 5:30PM Monday through Saturday
Holy Mass 8:30AM
Parish Clergy Rev. Joseph C. Dieckhaus, J.C.L., Pastor
Weekend Assistance Rev. Harry J. Erdlen, O.S.A., Malvern Prep
Rev. Christopher J. Drennen, O.S.A. Malvern Prep Rev. James W. Cassidy, O.S.A., Malvern Prep
Rev. Adelmo Dunghe, S.J.
Parish Staff Mrs. Barbara A. Doyle
Parish Office Manager Mr. Michael McCafferty
Business Manager Mrs. Carmel Kropp
Office of Liturgy Planning
Saints Philip &James Rectory 107 North Ship Road Exton, PA 19341 Phone: 610 363 6536 • www.sspj.net
Saints Philip & James School Pre-K, K, Grades 1–8: 610 363 6530
Sister Teresa Ballisty, IHM, Principal
Parish Religious Education Sister Marie Garman, IHM, Director
Office: 610 363 1307
Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) Mrs. Marie Romano 610-363 6530 X 152
CYO Information
cyo.sspj.net
ENTRANCE ANTIPHON: God himself is my help. The Lord upholds my life. I will offer you a willing sacrifice; I will praise your name, O Lord, for its goodness.. COMMUNION: The Lord keeps in our minds the wonderful things he has done. He is compassion and love; he always provides for his faithful.
July 18, 2021 Exton, PA
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St. Mary’s Chapel is open for daily visits from 9 am—7 pm however, exposition of
the Blessed Sacrament will resume in September.
Saturday July 17, 2021 4:00 PM Margaret Jeanne Dunn Sunday July 18, 2021 8:30 AM Bill Davis 10:30 AM Elizabeth Teaford 12:00 PM Mary Theresa Lord 5:30 PM Maeve Murphy Monday July 19, 2021 8:30 AM Robert D. Bauman
Tuesday July 20, 2021 8:30 AM Sharon Marie Freedom Wednesday July 21, 2021 8:30 AM Sister Daniel Marie Liddy, I.H.M.
Thursday July 22, 2021 8:30 AM Dave Arnold Friday July 23, 2021 8:30 AM Sister Phyllis DiRenzo Saturday July 24, 2021 8:30 AM Rev. Vincent P. Schneider (42 yrs) 4:00 PM Benjamin Eugenio Sunday July 25, 2021 8:30 AM Margaret Zuratt Berman 10:30 AM John Vedral 12:00 PM Marie Rua Gallagher 5:30 PM Pat Mulvey
Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday 7 PM to 8PM, Saturday 3PM to 4PM
Sunday 8 AM—8:30AM
Please remember all our deceased benefactors in your prayers. “Those whom we love and lose are no longer where they were before. They are now wherever we are.” St John Chrysostom
July 18, 2021 Sixteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Sacrament of Matrimony Couples must make arrangements to meet with a priest at least six months in advance. The next Pre-Cana is scheduled for October 2021. For more info or to register call 610-363-6536.
Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated the Second & Fourth Sundays of most months at 1:00 PM (Note: new time) in the Church. Baptismal Instruction The next scheduled class is Sunday, July 18, 2021
at 10:00 AM in the Rectory Meeting Room. Call Rectory to register 610-363-6536.
Please call the rectory if you would like a family mem-bers name added/removed to either list. Thank you.
Pray for the safety of those serving Our Country: Matthew Kleponis, Jay McElvenny,
Hope Reynolds, Thomas Melvin, Baby Calvin, Cathy Motznik, Richard Brane, Edward & Jean Gaudreau, Martin Flaherty, Mary Dennison, Teresa Holman, Angelo, Linda, Lily Walker, Joseph McCormick
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Dear Sisters and Brothers in the Lord, Mission Cooperation Plan Collection is schedule for the weekend of July 31/August 1. The collection will benefit local Missionaries serving in Mission Diocese to help build up the Church, especially where Christianity is new. The Societies care for and support these Churches until they are able to be self- sufficient. +fjcd ————————————————————————————————————————— Year of Saint Joseph Events through December 8, 2021 Everyone is invited to enter fully into the Holy Year of St. Joseph! To find local events, prayers and faith formation resources for the Holy Year, visit our Archdiocesan website at archphila.org/joseph. Saturday, August 15, 2021 – 12:05 PM Event: Mass for Those Suffering from Addiction Addiction has touched far too many families and taken far too many of our loved ones. Join us that we may draw strength from one another in the power of our faith. Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia More info: View the flyer or visit archphila.org/hope Post-Abortion Healing Retreat
October 22nd – 24th , 2021 Malvern-Frazer, Pennsylvania
Rachel’s Vineyard of Greater Philadelphia All inquiries are strictly confidential. Financial aid is
offered if needed. National website: www.rachelsvineyard.org
“If anyone cannot find a master to teach him how to pray, let him take this glorious saint [Joseph] as his master, and he will not go astray.” -St. Bernadette Soubirous
Rachel's Vineyard Ministries
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SSPJ Helping Hands Volunteers A hand is here for the asking! We are a volunteer group and ready to help our fellow parishioners with temporary needs. We make meals, visit, drive for errands and doctor appointments,
groceries, and church. Ask if you think we can lend a helping hand or if you would like to join our volunteer group. For more info contact LeeAnne Kaminski 610.524.9335. [email protected]
Bethesda Project – A Social Outreach The SS. Philip and James parish family continues to provide on-going support of the Bethesda Project. This is a program which provides emergency shelters, transitional and long-term housing for Philadelphia's homeless population. By way of explanation, one ministry of the Bethesda Project is in constant need of useable towels, toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, etc.), men's new underwear (sizes M, L and XL) and twin flat white sheets. These items allow the homeless to shower, freshen up and change into clean undergarments. It gives them a fresh start and lends dignity to their person. If you would like to participate, donations of the listed items can be placed in the designated container found in the church vestibule. Contact Lou Ruggeri (484-889-5239) for more info.
Msgr. Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast High School Class of 1970 will gather for a 50th reunion celebration at The Drexelbrook Catering and Event Center, 4700 Drexelbrook Dr, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 on Friday, October 22nd, 2021
Please feel free to call the rectory or email [email protected] for Mass Cards. We will have the Mass Cards ready on the pick up table at the rectory and the donation can be put through the mail slot in the rectory door.
Job Opportunities at Camilla Hall Camilla Hall is the Convent Home/Infirmary for the IHM Sis-
4:00 PM Fr. Erdlen 8:30 AM Fr. Cassidy 10:30 AM Fr. Cassidy 12:00 PM Fr. Dieckhaus 5:30 PM Fr. Dieckhaus
Pope John XXIII Council #5671
Blood Drive—Monday, August 9 from 1-6 PM in the SSPJ cafeteria. Registration in Narthex after masses on July 31, August 1, August 7, August 8.
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SSPJ’S THRIFT SHOP HOURS Thursday
3:30 to 7:00 pm Saturday – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday—1:00 pm-4:00 pm
effective immediately we will be unable to open Tuesdays until we
can get back to full staffing.
COME CHECK US OUT!
There’s something for
everyone! Volunteers
Needed-please call thrift shop at
610-363-6536 X7 Cash only Thank
you.
2021 Catholic Women's Conference
Strong and Beautiful
Saturday, October 23, 2021
National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa
654 Ferry Road - Doylestown, PA
CWC2021 will be a highly modified version of our usual
event due to continued pandemic limitations. This year,
Catholic women are invited to attend one, 2-hour, in-
person mini-conference – morning or afternoon – and
then enjoy four video talks at home at your leisure. Morn-
ing keynote by Lisa Brenninkmeyer, Afternoon keynote
by Mother Clare Matthias, CFR. The Spanish track takes
place at Holy Innocents Parish in Philadelphia with key-
note by Yamilka Genao.
For full information about speakers, talk topics
and registration info visit:
catholicwomensconference.org
New Look for SSPJ CYO Website The SSPJ CYO website has a new look. Check it out at cyo.sspj.net. The website has some great pic-tures and as we move into the new season, you will be able to see how our teams are doing! We are con-tinuing to update information on the site, so check back often. Follow SSPJ CYO on Social Media Want to know what is happening with CYO? Be sure to follow us on Facebook at @ssphilipandjamescyo and on Instagram at sspj_cyo
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Positions Needed 2021-2022 – Saints Philip and James School School Nurse (One day per week) SS. Philip and James Catholic School is accepting applications for a School Nurse for the 2021-2022 school year. This position is for Fridays and for occasional subbing for the West Chester Area School District nurse who covers Monday to Thursday. Teacher Aide SSPJ School is accepting applications for Teacher Aide for Pre-Kindergarten. Interested and qualified candi-dates should possess at least an Associates Degree with concentration and experience in an early childhood setting. Substitute Teachers SSPJ is building a pool of qualified candidates for substitute teaching for the 2021-2022 school year. Appli-cants are asked to send a resume to Sister Teresa Ballisty, Principal. Contact Person: Sister Teresa Ballisty, IHM, Principal ([email protected]) Interested and qualified candidates please send resume, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and up-dated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background) to the e-mail address
Interested and qualified candidates please send resume, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and up-dated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background) to the e-mail address above.
SSPJ SCHOOL NEWS Retirees and Other Interested Parishioners - Volunteer Opportunities SS. Philip and James School has several opportunities for volunteering throughout the year. If you have some “free time” and would like to help children in our parish school, we welcome you. Contact the school office (610-363-6530) for more information. Here are some ways to help:
Reception Office – 2 hour shifts (8:00 – 10:00 a.m.; 10:00 – 12:00; 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.) – 1 day/week Duties: Answer the phone; Greet visitors; Assist with office tasks Cafeteria Assistant – 2 hour shift (11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.) – 1 day/week Duties: Help serve food; Sell snacks; Wipe tables after lunch Library/Media Center - - Monday – Friday (9:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. - 1- or 2-hour shifts) – Day and time can be worked out with the Librarian.
Duties: Check in or out books for students; Shelf books upon return; Assist Librarian as needed Background Checks are required for all volunteers who assist with children in parish and school.
St. Joseph Parish | Now Hiring! Part-Time Parish Ministries Coordinator
We are seeking an outstanding individual to join our parish staff. The Coordinator of Parish Ministries seeks to animate and equip parishioners with the tools and support to carry out effectively a variety of ministries. This role is part-time, approx. 25 hours/week Requirements: Sound interpersonal communication skills, a talent for organization, and the ability to help bring about a good working relationship between the ministries of our parish. Experience working in a Catholic parish/school/organization setting a plus. Preference will be given to the candidate who possesses a degree in theology or a comparable pastoral program/experience. If you are passionate about your Catholic faith and would like to share that passion with the broader community, please send your resume to Allan Anderson at [email protected]. For more information, call 610-269-8294.
Welcome to “PREP Corner” I hope to share the “goings on” in our PREP Community from time to time. This past year in PREP has certainly had its challenges, but we’ve also celebrated successes. More about that later! This year, after doing almost everything virtually, we are able to return to in-person classes! Have
you ever considered helping to “Pass on the Faith,” as a catechist or aide in a Religious Education Program? To that end, I am looking for:
Catechists: - Family Catechesis, one Sunday every 5 weeks, after the Noon Mass. Catechists needed for: Levels (grades): 4, 5, and 6. - Tuesday weekly, Catechist needed for: Level 6 (6:15-8:00).
Aides and Hall Monitors for Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Traffic Regulators (Adult Safeties) for Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
If you are interested, please call me at 610-363-1307. All volunteers must have updated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background), which we will assist you in obtaining; catechists must also be willing to earn certification credits. Thank you for being open to answering the call to serve the families of our parish! Sister Marie Garman, IHM Director of Religious Education SS. Philip and James Parish
For your summer Mass planning needs:
Congratulations to the following students who received honors from Villa Maria Academy High School for the second semester of this school year: Megan Ronan, Annie Shaw, Ella McDonald, Georgia Elinski.
SSPJ School News
A Communit Rooted in Faith, Growing in Knowledge, Ser ing with Love, Worshiping God
Saints Philip and James School Is accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year.
Classes are filling quickly!
Limited seats in several grades!
To learn more or to start the application process, please contact
Just send your email address by text message: Text MALLORYSARMY to 22828 to get started.
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