December 13 th , 2015 3 rd Sunday of Advent 856 Euclid Ave ● Warrington ● PA www.saintrobertwarrington.org Phone: 215.343.0315 Fax: 215.343.8592 Advent Penance Service Monday, December 14, 7pm Advent Confessions: Saturday, December 19 ~ 3-4:30pm Tuesday, December 23 ~ 4-5pm & 7-8pm Live Nativity Sunday, December 13 ~ 7pm St. Joseph-St. Robert School Christmas Program Tuesday, December 22 ~ 7pm in Church Christmas Eve Masses 4:00 (Church & Hall) , 6:00 & 8:00 pm Christmas Day Masses 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 am St. Robert Bellarmine Church
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December 13th, 2015 3rd Sunday of Advent
856 Euclid Ave ● Warrington ● PA www.saintrobertwarrington.org
Phone: 215.343.0315 Fax: 215.343.8592
Advent Penance Service
Monday, December 14, 7pm
Advent Confessions: Saturday, December 19 ~ 3-4:30pm Tuesday, December 23 ~ 4-5pm & 7-8pm
Live Nativity Sunday, December 13 ~ 7pm
St. Joseph-St. Robert School Christmas Program Tuesday, December 22 ~ 7pm in Church
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2015 5:00 P.M. - Michael Conricode SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Jan & Maria Rodom 9:00 A.M. - Living & Deceased Members of the Dubeck & Zarkowski Families 11:00 A.M. - Edwin Boom MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Gene Crowley 9:00 A.M. - Lou Urbanelli TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Parishioners 9:00 A.M. - Charlotte Verani WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Samantha Monaghan ~ 1st Anniversary 9:00 A.M. - Bob Irwin THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Dan Sullivan 9:00 A.M. - Betty O’Connell FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Joey Berthcsi 9:00 A.M. - Frank Stemock, Sr. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2015 9:00 A.M. - Eleanor McKee 5:00 P.M. - Mary Louise Westermann SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2015 7:00 A.M. - Michael J & Mary Sas 9:00 A.M. - Anna Morris 11:00 A.M. - Mary Ansuini
Please pray for our sick parishioners, relatives, and friends, especially: Nicholas Chess Frank Waltrich Kevin McDevitt Pat Bocchicchio Bill Zarkowski Paige LaRosa Erica Sheehan Steven Geib Kevin Christopher Fox Tom Mullen Brendan Mullen Rita Ann Leonard Dolores McGrath Brian Charlton Andreas Shaftacolas Betty Stella Joyce Williams Frank Wagner Diane Barbier Ed Barker Christopher D’Souza James Kolody Wilber McCarty John Golaschevsky Maria Altopiedi Jared Callan Matthew Milosazr Mary Farano Marie McBride Pat Laurich Dolores Elliot
In an effort to keep our prayer list current, all names will
Sunday (12/6/15): $ 19,250 Online Bank Services Funds: $2,090 in 31 envelopes. Fall Block Collection: $53,004
Year to Date Totals - Sunday Collections: FY 2014-15 FY 2015-16 Difference
$359,517 $356,351 -$3,165 (Fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30)
Thank you for your Sacrificial Generosity
UPCOMING EVENTS (at a glance)
Dec 13 ~ Live Nativity Dec 14 ~ Advent Penance Service Dec 22 ~ SJR School Chr istmas Program
Dec 24 ~ Christmas Vigil Mass 4, 6, 8 pm
Dec 25 ~ Christmas Day Mass 7, 9 & 11 am
DECEMBER BULLETIN DEADLINES:
12/27 Bulletin Deadline is Mon., 12/14 @ 12 pm
1/04/15 Bulletin Deadline is Mon., 12/21 @ 12pm
Thank you for your cooperation!!
CHRISTMAS GREETINGS FOR MSGR. KANE -
For those who wish to extend Christmas Greetings to
Msgr. Kane his address is:
St. Mary Manor
701 Lansdale Ave
Lansdale, PA 19446-2900
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Dear Friends,
Rejoice! Today is traditionally called Gaudete or Rejoice Sunday, from the
first words of the entrance antiphon, “Rejoice in the Lord always,” taken from
today’s reading from Saint Paul to the Philippians. Why should we rejoice? Because
the Lord is near! We are now more than halfway through our Advent preparations,
the Lord is closer to us through our spiritual practices, let us be sensitive to this
nearness of the Lord.
This Sunday, December 13th, we will have a presentation of the LIVE
NATIVITY in church at 7PM. Our teens and young people will dramatically reenact
this great gift of God’s love in His Incarnation and Birth. Please join us for this
spiritual event in preparation for Christmas.
On Monday evening, December 14th, at 7PM we will have our Advent Confessions.
Ten priests from various areas of the archdiocese will be with us to celebrate the sacrament
of Penance for you. There will be no service prior to the confessions. When you come into
the church, priests will be at their stations to hear your confession. CONFESSIONS WILL
BE HEARD IN CHURCH ONLY. WE WILL NOT BE USING THE HALL THIS YEAR.
We are now beginning to see some progress with the construction of the new narthex
for the church. Steady progress has been made with the construction of the parish office
center. Its completion is scheduled for the beginning of February. Contributions continue
to come in for these projects for which I am most grateful. To date we have not had to
borrow any monies towards the project. Through the generosity of the faithful parishioners
of this great parish, we have been able to meet our obligations so far through the ongoing
contributions and by drawing down on the parish Trust Fund with the archdiocese. Soon,
however, we will need to borrow from the bank to continue the project. We anticipate a
construction loan and eventually a mortgage of no more than $1M. The total cost of the
projects is $3.2M. We are still in a strong financial posture this year through the weekly
contributions, the fall collection and now with the much anticipate Christmas collection. I
know you will be very generous again this year. Thank you for your kind support!
May our patron, Saint Robert Bellarmine, inspire us to rejoice in our gifts of faith,
hope and love!
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CLERGY/MUSIC SCHEDULE ( 12/19 & 12/20)
5:00 PM Fr . Stokely/Dcn. Cavara Adult
Contemporary Ensemble
7:00 AM Msgr . Beisel/Dcn. Cavara
9:00 AM Fr . Fulton /Dcn. George Cantor
11:00 AM Fr . Fulton Cantor
Subject to change without notice
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED TO
DECORATE THE CHURCH Please joins us on Wednesday, December 23 at 9:30am to prepare the church for our Christmas celebration. Many hands will make light work.
Thank you!!
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FOR THOSE IN THE ARMED FORCES Please call the parish office with the name and branch for relatives who are on active duty. PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS : Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. AMEN
US Navy: Michael W. Zarkowski Edward W. Devinney II Barbara Ann Mullen Connor Fitzgerald Jenny Malandra John Wurtenberg III Joshua Velas US Army: Rev. Stephen Mc Dermott Robert F. Leimer Danny Pritchard Keith Carter Michael McBride Ryan T. Krawczyk Matthew Sawaya Philip Mc Cusker Dylan DeMent US Coast Guard: Brendan Williams Daniel Moschitti Todd J. Warga USMC: Joseph Mc Menamin James McMenamin Daniel Harvey Elizabeth Harvey Clint Hajek Leo J. Keller Jr. Vincent J. Flannery,Jr. Anthony Taylor Kevin A. Daly Mark Piccirelli Michael Malandra Lisa Ann Burgy Nicholas Sabatini Patrick Kilkenny Mark Geib US Air Force: Karl Weinbreckt Francis Lemma Max J. Sempowski Michael Sempowski Anthony Comtois Andrew J. Velas
SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM On December 31, 2014, 23 pieces of Pennsylvania State legislation were enacted that impact the way we prevent and report child abuse. As a result, all people who volunteer for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are required fulfill the following obligations:
CLEARANCES: PA State Police Criminal Record Check PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse
Clearance Check Federal History Fingerprint Clearance ~ ONLY if
you lived outside of PA within the last 10 years Go to childyouthprotection.org
select Staff & Volunteers, then select Checks & Clearances
*** MUST BE RENEWED EVERY 3 YEARS *** Disclosure Statement Application for Volunteers
Go to childyouthprotection.org select Staff & Volunteers,
then select Information for Volunteers TRAINING: Safe Environment Training Technology Addendum Mandated Reporter Training Signed Mandated Reporter Acknowledgement Form
Go to childyouthprotection.org select Staff & Volunteers,
then select Required Training
ST. ROBERT E. P.’S -
Tuesday Dec. 15th Christmas Party Giuseppe's 11:30a to 2:30p
The EP's wish you all a Blessed and
Holy Christmas Season
NO EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
On Monday, December 28
there will not be Eucharistic
Adoration. It will resume on
Monday, January 4, 2016.
ST. ROBERT’S CHARISMATIC
PRAYER GROUP We will NOT meet on
Tuesday December 22nd or 29th. Have a
Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year.
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS Next Class –
Tuesday, January 12th at 7:00 pm in
chapel. Pre-registration is necessary in
order to attend the class. No date for
Baptism can be set until parents fulfill this
requirement.
Parents and Godparents should
register for this class as soon as they
know of the upcoming birth, and
always prior to the actual birth of the
child. Register by calling the par ish office between 9a
& 4p weekdays. Classes are held every other month -
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, & Nov.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL - In today’s Gospel John the
Baptist says, “Whoever has two cloaks should
share with the person who has none. And whoever
has food should do likewise…”
Christmas is a time of love and gift
giving…please share your abundance by
giving a gift to the Society of St. Vincent
de Paul so that those who do not have
clothes and food can share in the blessings
of Christmas.
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ST. JOSEPH/ST. ROBERT SCHOOL NEWS
Phone: 215.343.5100 Web: www.stjstr.org
FROM THE DESK OF
MRS. JASTER
APPLE OF MY EYE: Congratulations to the first students who were recognized for doing something good: Emma Ryan, Sean Ferello, Mrs. Kloc, Cole Pollick and Nick Welte.
HOME AND SCHOOL NEWS: Scrip News: A variety of Scrip cards are available each day in school. If you are in need of a Giving Tree gift, why not stop in? Last day for Special Orders is Monday, December 14th. Milk and Cookies: The Home and School will be treating the children to milk and cookies on Wednesday 12/23. If a child has any type of food allergy, please contact Mrs. Suzanne Sorge by Friday December 11th so that an alternate treat can be provided. HOME AND SCHOOL MEETING: Our January Home and School meeting is one that we encourage all parents to attend. We have invited Mr. Bill Brannick, the director of technology for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to address the safe use of technology in school and at home. In an age where children are creating a digital footprint from early on, it is imperative that we work together to ensure their responsible use of technology. JUST A THOUGHT: Once again, I have come across signs of the Advent Virus – have you?
WARNING……WARNING: ADVENT VIRUS Be on the alert for symptoms of inner Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. The hear ts of a great many have already been exposed to this virus and it is possible that people everywhere could come down with it in epidemic proportions. This could pose a serious threat to what has, up to now, been a fairly stable condition of conflict in the world. Some signs and symptoms of The Advent Virus: A tendency to think and act spontaneously
rather than on fears based on past experiences.
An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment.
A loss of interest in judging other people. A loss of interest in interpreting the actions
of others. A loss of interest in conflict. A loss of the ability to worry. (This is a very serious
symptom.) Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation. Contented feelings of connectedness with others and
nature. Frequent attacks of smiling. An increasing tendency to let things happen rather than
make them happen. An increased susceptibility to the love extended by
others as well as the uncontrollable urge to extend it. Please send this warning out to all your friends. This
virus can and has affected many systems. Some systems have been completely cleaned out because of it.
ST. ROBERT PREP PROGRAM
Phone: 215.343.9433
CALENDAR
December Mon 14 Class, Advent/Christmas Program
Mon 21 NO CLASS
Fri 25 Merry Christmas!
Mon 28 NO CLASS
January
Fri 1 Happy New Year--
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God -
Holy day of Obligation
Mon 4 Class
Mon 11 Class
Mon 18 NO CLASS - Martin Luther King Holiday
Sat 23 1st Penance -- 10:30 AM in church
Mon 25 Class
February
Mon 1 Class
Sun 7 Confirmation Retreat
Mon 8 Class
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The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons” since at least the eighth century. We pray them at Mass and in Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are filled ancient biblical imagery drawn from the messianic hopes of the Old Testament to proclaim the coming Christ as the fulfillment not only of Old Testament hopes, but present ones as well. We sing them in “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.”
December 17 O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love:
come to teach us the path of knowledge!
December 18 O Leader of the House of Israel, giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai:
come to rescue us with your mighty power!
December 19 O Root of Jesse’s stem, sign of God’s love for all his people:
come to save us without delay!
December 20 O Key of David, opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom:
come and free the prisoners of darkness!
December 21 O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the
shadow of death.
December 22 O King of all nations and keystone of the Church:
come and save man, whom you formed from the dust!
December 23 O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law:
come to save us, Lord our God!
—From "Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers"
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT Zephaniah 3:14-18a; Philippians 4: 4-7; Luke 3:11-18
Reflection
The mood in the third week of Advent turns to “joyful anticipation.” He will soon be among us...let us
not despair. As we approach Christmas, John the Baptist makes us aware that the Lord is near. What
can you do this week to put you life in order so you can celebrate the joy of Christmas?
In these final weeks of imposed busyness and anxiety, try to be more joyful.
List three things that you are grateful for this week.
The third Sunday of Advent is also called Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete, a Latin word which means “rejoice,” is
taken from the entrance antiphon for Sunday's Mass. This theme is echoed in today's second reading from
Paul’s Letter to the Philippians. It is a reminder that Advent is a season of joy because our salvation is
already at hand.
CELEBRATING THE YEAR OF MERCY
A Gift For Everyone! Msgr. Beisel received free copies of
Matthew Kelly’s new book: REDISCOVER JESUS
Please be sure to pick up copy after
any of the this weekend forward.
Here is great opportunity to read the
book together as a parish this Lent and Ash
Wednesday is February 10 this year! We are all
seeking better ways to connect faith to life and life
to faith. Matthew Kelly challenges us and invites us
to rediscover the beautiful possibilities God places
St. Joseph/St. Robert Catholic School *Offering education to grades Pre-K through 8th *Options for five half day or full day Pre-K and Kindergarten *Faith based values integrated into education and activities *Challenging curriculum based on Common Core State Standards *Innovative use of technology including SMART Boards, Surface Tablets and iPads in all grades *Specialty teachers for weekly Spanish, Library, Technology, Art, Music & Physical Education in all grades
Registration Now Open for Pre -K & Kindergarten Half Day Pre-K & Kindergarten: Full Day Pre-K & Kindergarten: 8:10 AM – 11:45 AM 8:10 AM – 3:00 PM Registered Parish Family Monthly Tuition Registered Parish Family Monthly Tuition $310(10 payments) $375(10 payments)
Call the School to Schedule a Visit: 215.343.5100 Information/Enrollment Requirements: www. STJSTR.ORG
Proud of Our Past , Focused on the Future, Making a World of Difference!
Fr. Acardi
Fr. Cornely
Fr. DeGrassa
Fr. Duffy
Fr. English
Fr. Kramer
Fr. Pawelko
CHRISTMAS TREE SALE WRAP UP Thank you to all the parishioner who purchased trees and for your understanding and flexibility in picking up the trees. A special thanks to Tom McKnight, Mike Bear, Marc Pohl and Alex Pohl who volunteered their time to help on the day of the sale. Everyone’s participation made the tree sale a success.
The Advent Confessions (no
service) will be Monday,
December 14th at 7pm. Our
visiting Confessors will be:
RESPECT LIFE “All life has inestimable value even the weakest and most vulnerable, the sick, the old, the unborn and the poor, are masterpieces of God’s creation, made in his own image, destined to live forever, and deserving of the utmost reverence and respect.”
Pope Francis MASS FOR THE HOLY INNOCENTS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2015
ST. CYRIL OF JERUSALEM @7PM On this Feast of the Holy Innocents come celebrate
Mass to remember all those innocent pre-born children who were lost to abortion
NATIONAL MALL IN WASHINGTON D.C.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2016
SAVE THE DATE - JOIN US
Plan ahead - make your arrangements to join 400,000
people at the March this year. St. Robert's will once
again provide bus transportation for parishioners who
want to attend the March. Weather permitting the bus
will leave St. Robert's parking lot after the 7am Mass
and return between 9 and 10 pm.
More info: call Jan @215/343-4572
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The new narthex and cry room are
beginning to take shape. Progress is also
being made on the office space. The
parish office heating system and hot
water heater have been installed.
Architects have worked to keep and
showcase the original church features.
Notice the meeting room ceiling and the
arches in the hallway.
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WEEKEND MASSES WEEKDAY MASSES HOLY DAYS CONFESSIONS
Saturday: Vigil 5:00 p.m. 7:00 & 9:00 am - Monday/Friday 7:00 am Saturday: 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Sunday: 7:00 am 9:00 am - Saturday 9:00 am
9:00 am Summer: 12:00 noon PARISH OFFICE HOURS
11:00 am Weekday - 8:00 am 7:00 pm Monday-Friday 9am-4:30pm
Saturday - 9:00 am Closed on Holy Days
IMPORTANT PARISH INFORMATION
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
First & third Sundays of the month at 12:15 pm. Baptism
Classes for parents and godparents are held on an announced
day in January, March, May, July, September and November
at 7 pm in the Church. Call the Parish Office to pre-register.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
You must be a registered member of the Parish and must
notify the priest at least six months prior to your marriage date.
Visit the parish website for detailed information
Pre-Cana classes (2nd Sat. in March. & 2nd Sat. in
November) are required. Contact Par ish Office or visit the
parish website for registration forms. Forms are due 2 weeks in
advance of the Pre-Cana Class
COMMUNION CALLS
Monthly to shut-ins by the priests. Weekly - Extraordinary
Ministers if requested. In an Emergency a Priest Should Be
Called Immediately.
PARISH REGISTRATION
Please ask one of the priests after a weekend Mass to register
your family. Please notify the parish office if you are moving
from the parish or if you have changed your address.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Adoration - Each Monday (except Summer & National
Holidays) after the 9 am Mass, with simple Reposition (No
Benediction) at 4 pm. At 3 pm the Divine Mercy Chaplet is
recited.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM
All parish staff and volunteers who have regular contact
with young people must attend a Protecting God’s Children
Awareness Session. In addition background checks must be
updated every 3 years. Links to background checks can be
found on the website. Visit our website, click on
Community, then Safe environment. It will direct you to
the Child and Youth Protection Site. If you have not
completed your background checks and the class YOU
MAY NOT VOLUNTEER.
BULLETIN DEADLINE - Monday 11am - Turn in material
typed, with your name & phone number at the parish office or
