January 14th, 2018 The Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 856 Euclid Ave ● Warrington ● PA www.saintrobertwarrington.org Phone:215.343.0315 ● Fax:215.343.8592
St. Robert Bellarmine Parish 50TH JUBILEE ~ Our Parish TEACHES
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PARISH ADMINISTRATION
Rev. Msgr. James D. Beisel Mrs. Deborah Jaster Pastor Principal-St. Joseph/St. Robert School Rev. Matthew K. Biedrzycki Mrs. Joan Fitzpatrick Parochial Vicar Director of Adult Faith Formation Deacon George Morris Mrs. Donna Heeney Permanent Deacon Director of Religious Education Rev. Francis J. Cornely Mr. Kevin Lutz Sunday Ministry Director of Music Ministries Rev. Mr. Luke Fleck Mrs. Mary Landry Transitional Deacon Business Manager Mr. James Crumlish Mrs. Barbara Palo Facilities Supervisor Director of Teen Ministry Mrs. Sheila Fehrman & Mrs. Pam McCloskey ~ Parish Secretary - [email protected]
This week’s Sanctuary Lamp burns in loving memory of
Lawrence Ozarski
SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 2018 5:00 P.M. - Joanne Thornton SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2018 7:00 A.M. - Rose Marinelli 9:00 A.M. - In honor of St. Jude 11:00 A.M. - Andrea Smith MONDAY, JANUARY 15, 2018 7:00 A.M. - Mr. & Mrs. Jacobs 9:00 A.M. - Living & Deceased Members of the Conte & Crisafulli Families TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2018 7:00 A.M. - Barbara McDonnell 9:00 A.M. - Elenore Devine WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018 7:00 A.M. - Parishioners 9:00 A.M. - Joan Hamilton THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018 7:00 A.M. - Francis Bond 9:00 A.M. - Martin Westermann, Sr. FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2018 7:00 A.M. - George Morris, Sr. 9:00 A.M. - Peter Mastrocco SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2018 9:00 A.M. - Dominic Visco 5:00 P.M. - William & Mary Jane Harris, Sr & William Harris, Jr. SUNDAY, JANUARY 21, 2018 7:00 A.M. - Michael Pacitti 9:00 A.M. - Elizabeth Wendte 11:00 A.M. - Lee Murphy
Please pray for our sick parishioners, relatives, and friends, especially: Nicholas Chess Frank Waltrich Margaret Kaise Pat Ganther Kevin Christopher Fox Diane Barbier Marissa Nero Alex DiStefano Dolores McGrath Theresa Beisel Baby Carter Watson Frank Wagner Margaret Cunnane Michelle Gallagher Kelci Cost Judy Lauria Norah Claire Mason Kristin Iadicicco Michelle Cost Catherine Altmeier Ethel Iannuzzi James Kolody, Sr. Nicholas Cipriano Donna Donahue Alexis Schirling Mary Farano Jim Baals Daniel McDevitt Rita Antonelli Marie McBride Jim Bradley Susan Schneider Peter McDevitt Michael McBride Bill Amisson Richard Guido Michael Wiley Kelly Hartranft Patricia Wendte Helen Wenstrup Robert Gartner Sophie Ruiz Frank Schneider Kathleen McCartin Joyce Morris Jeanne Sholes Anna Pellegrini Michael Wiley Eleonora Pescatore Robert Leimer Tom Altmeier Eileen Freas Joanne Galganski Harry Lukens Domenica Speranza
In an effort to keep our prayer list current, all names will appear for 30 days and then will be automatically taken off. We are happy to keep a name on the list, just call the
parish office or email [email protected].
OUR PARISH GIVING
Sunday 1/7/18: 16,379 ~ 491 envelopes used Online Bank Services Funds: $2,605 in 46 envelopes
Christmas Collection:$59,302
Current Weekly Budgeted Weekly Average Average Difference
$16,171 $16,100 $71 (Fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30)
Thank you for your Sacrificial Generosity
H.O.P.E. Captain for the Month of :
January
Kate Cantwell 215 534 4498
CLERGY/MUSIC SCHEDULE 1/20 & 1/21 5:00 PM Msgr . Beisel Cantor
7:00 AM Msgr . Beisel
9:00 AM Fr . Biedrzycki Cantor
11:00 AM Fr . Cornely/Dcn. George Children Choir
Subject to change without notice
50TH JUBILEE FUN FACT: In September 1986, Cardinal Krol reassigned Fr. Cassidy because he was concerned about Fr. Cassidy’s health. Fr. Cassidy, not wanting to leave but remembering his promise of obedience, decided that he had to accept the decision. He was replaced by Reverend Joseph T. Kane.
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Dear Friends,
As we enter Ordinary Time once again, both today and next Sunday the Gospel readings describe Jesus calling his disciples. In today’s passage from Saint John, John the Baptist leads two of his disciples to Jesus. Jesus invites them to follow him and they do, choosing not only to remain with him but also to invite others in turn. In the first reading, Samuel is called to serve the Lord and he too responds affirmatively. It is clear that the scriptural message for us this week is that we too have been called to follow Jesus closely and to invite others to know him as well. The question to be answered this week is simply this – do I have the courage to let others know that I love and follow Jesus? And even more profoundly – do I have the courage to invite others to follow Him?
On Monday we honor the memory and work of Dr. Martin Luther King. For many this is a holiday which has service to the broader community as a component of its celebration. Dr. King’s legacy is the challenge to eradicate from our society all prejudices and foster respect and freedom for everyone. For anyone who is free on Monday from work or school, perhaps reaching out to another in need is the perfect way honor this challenge.
On Friday of this week, the annual March for Life will take place in Washington, DC. This annual march is the gathering of Pro-Life people from all over the country and from all different faith traditions who allow their voices to be heard in defense of all human life, unborn and born. Our parish community will be represented once again this year. Although not everyone has an opportunity to attend the march, on that day we can all do something in defense of life. We can pray for the safety of the marchers, we can attend Mass and pray for the unborn, we can make a contribution to a Pro-life organization, we can visit a lonely or housebound neighbor. We can all do something – and this will make a difference in the world, and in US!
Last Saturday, January 6th, in the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, Archbishop Chaput presided at the Annual Mass and Award Ceremony for Parish Religious Education Programs conducted throughout the archdiocese. This year our parish celebrates four members recognized for their service in our program: MRS. LORI MURPHY received the Our Lady of Guadalupe Award for 15 years of service as a catechist, PETER and ANNE MARIE VREELAND and JOSLYN TOMLINSON received the Saint John Neumann Award in recognition of their 5 year participation in our PREP program. We congratulate them and thank them for their dedication to the ministry of Religious Education here in Saint Robert’s parish.
In this bulletin you will see the results of the Christmas collection. This year’s collection was more than in 2016. As you know, the Christmas collection is one of the three major collections of the year for the work of the parish community. I once again wish to express my gratitude to all of you for your generosity, not only at Christmas, but throughout the year. It is your sacrifices which allows our parish to continue the work of Jesus in today’s world.
Please keep our third grade students in your prayers this week as they prepare for First Penance next Saturday. We are all reminded by their preparation of the great mercy we can all find in this loving encounter with Jesus in this great sacrament of Penance.
Next weekend we also welcome back Deacon Luke for the final semester of his diaconate internship. Deacon Luke will be ordained a priest for the Diocese of Lincoln in May. We need to hold him close in prayer as he prepares for this life-long commitment of service to the People of God.
May Saint Robert Bellarmine inspire us to work each day for the greater glory of God!
With prayers,
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The Second Sunday
As you consider the end of the year charitable tax deductions, please consider our parish. Donation Statements will be emailed on 1/19/2017, without parishioners having to call us. If we don’t have your email or your email has changed call the parish office or email [email protected]. If you would like a mailed copy, you may call or email the parish office.
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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 PLEASE PRAY FOR: US Navy: Michael W. Zarkowski Edward W. Devinney II Barbara Ann Mullen Connor Fitzgerald Jenny Malandra Joshua Velas Matthew M. Zarkowski 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 Gerry McGowan William Hanna Jack Olsh Michael Gannon Nicky Gannon US Coast Guard: Brendan Williams Daniel Moschitti USMC: Joseph Mc Menamin James McMenamin Daniel Harvey Elizabeth Harvey Clint Hajek Leo J. Keller Jr. Mark Piccirelli Michael Malandra Nicholas Sabatini Patrick Kilkenny Mark Geib Colin Kelly Austin Kelly Joe Gannon US Air Force: Karl Weinbreckt Francis Lemma Max J. Sempowski Michael Sempowski Andrew J. Velas Thomas Rook
OUR WEEKLY
FACILITY SCHEDULE:
Sun Jan 14, 2018 Return hospice trays 11am Children's Liturgy of the Word ~ Meeting Room 11am Teen Mass 1pm CYO Basketball ~ MSgr. Marley Hall Mon Jan 15, 2018 9:30am Adoration ~ Chapel 3pm Divine Mercy Chaplet ~Chapel 4pm CYO Basketball ~ Msgr. Marley Hall 7pm teen ministry ~ Lounge, Meeting Room & Conference Room Tue Jan 16, 2018 1:00pm Sharing Christ ~ Meeting Room, Lounge, Conference Room, Family Room 4pm CYO Basketball ~ Msgr. Marley Hall 7pm RCIA ~ Lounge Wed Jan 17, 2018 7:00 ~ Home and School Meeting ~ Meeting Room 9:45am AFF ~ Lounge 4pm Altar Servers ~ Church 4pm CYO Basketball ~ Msgr. Marley Hall Thu Jan 18, 2018 4pm CYO Basketball ~ Msgr. Marley Hall 7:30pm Sharing Christ ~ Meeting Room, Lounge, Conference Room, Family Room 7pm Mom's Prayer Group ~ Family Room 7pm St. Vincent de Paul Fri Jan 19, 2018 Pro-Life March 4pm CYO Basketball Sat Jan 20, 2018 9am CYO Basketball 10:30am 1st Penance ~ Church 3:30pm Confessions ~ Chapel Sun Jan 21, 2018 9am Cool to Be Catholic & Souper Sunday Family Gathering ~ Msgr. Marley Hall 11am Children's Liturgy of the Word ~ Meeting Room 1pm CYO Basketball ~ Msgr. Marley Hall
SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM All people who volunteer for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are required fulfill the following obligations:
CLEARANCES: PA State Police Criminal Record Check PA Dept. 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 5 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
As part of our 50th Anniversary celebration, we will renew for this year the Valentine Mass for married couples on February 9 at 7 P.M. This is a time for all married couples to come together, to publicly renew their marriage vows. It will also be a time for all married couples to celebrate with their fellow parishioners, our years of wedded life.
Please join us for this joyous celebration on February 9 at 7P.M. We ask each couple to bring something to share, such as finger foods ( and take home with you when the evening is over). Whether it be cheese and crackers, fruit , brownies, chips and dip, etc. We will provide some liquid refreshments and a wedding cake to share.
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Phone: 215.343.5100 Web:www.stjstr.org
FROM THE DESK OF MRS. JASTER
HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION: Our HSA meeting will be held next Wednesday evening beginning at 7pm in the parish meeting room. The HSA heard that Thursday night is not always a good one for some parents – so our meeting is on Wednesday. We changed the venue to give the meeting a different flavor. Our speaker is Ms. Alissa DeVito, Technology Coach of the Archdiocese. Alissa will speak about parenting the age of social media. KELLY’S CLASSROOM!: What a wonderful experience! Bob Kelly got a taste of SJR hospitality last Wednesday with cheers, smiles, and signs. We hope our families will enjoy the pictures posted on our school Facebook page.
BINGO BONANZA: Hurry, Hurry Hurry!!!! Only 70 tickets left for this fun night. Don’t wait or you will be too late! See flyer in this week’s communication.
FLY, EAGLES, FLY! : To get into the spir it of the weekend, everyone will have an Eagle dress down day on Friday. (I told the children that they will have an Eagles dress down day every Friday – as long as the Eagles continue in the playoffs!)
JUST A THOUGHT: “Forgiveness is not an occasional act; it is a constant attitude.” This quote from Dr. Martin Luther King gives me an idea about how to make our day on Monday one of service. Who did I need to forgive? From whom should I ask forgiveness?
ST. ROBERT PREP PROGRAM Phone: 215.343.9433
CALENDAR ~ TRADITIONAL PREP January Mon 15 No Class - Martin Luther King Holiday Sat 20 1st Penance-- 10:30 AM in church Mon 22 Class Mon 29 Class
February Mon 5 Class Sun 11 Confirmation retreat- 9:00 Mass St. Roberts 10:30 to 1:45 Shrine Mon 12 Class Mon 19 No class President's Day Holiday Fri 23 1st Communion Parent-Child Retreat 6:30 to 8:30 PM Msgr. Marley Hall Mon 26 Class, Confessions Grades 4 & 5
March Sun 4 Confirmation Practice 6-7pm ~Church Sponsor Practice 7pm Mon 5 Class for Grades 1-5 5 Confessions for 6th Grade Fall & Summer PREP 5pm in church Child and parent as dismissal is after child goes to confession Tues 6 Confirmation-- 4:00 PM Mon 12 Class, Stations of the Cross Mon 19 Class Mon 26 Class
CALENDAR ~ FAMILY PROGRAM Saturday, Jan 20 1st Penance 10:30 AM in church Sunday Feb 4 Family Program 9:00 Mass 10:00 Formation (School) Sunday Feb 11 Confirmation retreat- 9:00 Mass St. Roberts 10:30 to 1:45 Shrine Friday Feb 23 1st Communion Parent-Child Retreat 6:30 to 8:30 PM Msgr. Marley Hall Sunday Mar 4 Family Program 9:00 Mass 10:00 Formation (School) Confirmation Practice 6-7pm ~ Church Sponsor Practice 7pm Monday Mar 5 Confessions for 6th Grade Tuesday Mar 6 Confirmation-- 4:00 PM
The SJR CYO Super Bowl Party will be on Sat. evening, Feb. 3, from 7:30 till midnight at Msgr Marley Hall. The CYO board needs volunteers, & donations for door prizes. Tickets are $40 each. Please consider attending a great evening with the SJR families and friends. Any help or contributions are greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Paul Dickson @ 215-771-4471.
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS Next Class – Wednesday, January 24 at 7pm 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 parish office between 9a & 4p weekdays. Classes are held every other month - Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, & Nov.
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Mrs. Barbara Palo (Director of Teen Ministry–[email protected])● Facebook: St. Rober t Teen Ministry Program
SOME TEEN MINISTRY 2017 IN REVIEW.....
TEEN MASS, Sunday January 14th at 11am. There will be information about Steubenville available after Mass for those interested in attending. There will also be information available on Monday night at 7pm in the parish center. This Monday January 15th (Martin Luther King Day) we will perform a service project right here at St. Robert's at 7pm. All 7th to 12 gr students are welcome to participate.
SAVE THE DATES Sunday February 11th 12 to 5pm Valentine Dance for our special friends Saturday March 3rd 7 to 11pm Trivia Night
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Coffee, Conversation and Prayer
Join us on Wednesday, January
17, 2018
Coffee, Conversation and Prayer
9:4 5 –10:45 AM
in the Parish Lounge.
Focus: Mark 1:14-20 - Called by Name
No need to RSVP.
Please enter through the Narthex.
SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1 Samuel 3:3b-10,19; 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a,17-20; John 1:35-42
It is always good to stop and reflect on our journey of discipleship, a journey
of coming to know Jesus more fully, being more attracted to him, following
him more faithfully, even when the cost is great. What does that cost look
like? We might have to walk away from the watercooler at work to avoid
gossip. We might lose friends when we speak up for the Church’s teachings.
We might be shunned for living out our gospel values.
What has been the cost of faithfully following Jesus in your life? The Calling of Saints Peter
and Andrew by Caravaggio
CALLING ALL PARISH VOLUNTEERS!!
As part of our 50th Anniversary Celebration, please join us on
Wednesday, February 7 @ 7:00 PM for an
Evening of Reflection for ALL PARISH VOLUNTEERS.
Deacon Patrick Stokely will be our presenter.
Light refreshments will be served. More info to follow.
If you participated in DISCOVERING CHRIST and
FOLLOWING CHRIST and have not registered for
SHARING CHRIST, please do so by simply sending an
email to Joan Fitzpatrick: [email protected]
The sessions begin on Tuesday, January 16 OR
Thursday, January 18. Information flyers/forms are in the
Narthex.
WE THIRST: LESSONS IN MERCY
Christian Reflections on Addiction
Wednesdays: January 17, 24, 31, February 7 - 7:00 to 9:00 PM
St. Bede the Venerable Parish - 1071 Holland Rd, Holland, PA 18966 You are invited to this educational and inspirational series on the epidemic of addiction within the
context of the Christian Community. The unique series is designed not just to educate and raise awareness, but also
offer hope and support, foster mercy, faith, and love and encourage transformative action. The program is for every-
one in the community. The cost is $20 per person or $30 per family.
TO REGISTER, call Kris Ingle at 215.357.4113
Facilitator Nina Marie Corona is pursuing a Doctorate of Ministry at Fordham University and is a PA Board Certified
Recovery Specialist. For more information, visit her website: www.ninamariecorona.com.
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https://booknow-lifetouch.appointment-plus.com/y6vr543c or you can access the Lifetouch link from the parish website: www.saintrobertwarrington.org.
If you do not have access to the internet, sign-ups will also take place after the Masses in the Narthex or you may call Joann Crescenzo 215-491-4288 for assistance.
If your family is unable to make a photo date in January call
Lifetouch at 1-866-756-0281 to schedule at an off site location, date
and time as A VISITOR. Mention our number 404883 so
photos will be sent to us for directory.
Parish Directory: You can sign up for your photography session online at the Lifetouch website:
RESPECT LIFE - Did you know that since 1973 when abortion was decriminalized in the U.S. over 60 million babies have been killed in their mother's womb? This is equal to the population of a country the size of Italy! Help end abortion
JOIN US AT THE WORLD’S LARGEST PRO-LIFE EVENT
45th MARCH FOR LIFE - WASHINGTON, D.C. FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2018
Commemorating the Supreme Court's decision legalizing abortion in the case Roe v. Wade.
The vision of the March for Life: A world where every human life is valued and protected.
Save the date - Plan to attend St. Robert's is again providing bus transportation for parishioners who want to attend the March, weather permitting. Because we will be sharing a bus with St. Jude, Chalfont again we only have a limited number of seats available. Bus will leave St. Robert’s parking lot at 8:15 and return between 9pm and 10pm. We brown bag our lunch but stop on the way home for dinner. If you have never gone before make this the year to attend this awe inspiring event! Cost: $25 (includes dinner )
More info - Jan @ 215/343-4572 More info on the March for Life checkout the website: http://marchforlife.org/mfl-2017/
Baked Goods Donations Needed Donations of baked goods are needed for our Bingo Bonanza on Friday, January 26th. If you are able to donate a sweet treat, please drop it off at Msgr. Marley Hall on Thursday, January 25th anytime until 3pm. While we appreciate donations from anyone who is able, this is a great service opportunity for Confirmation students and Service Corp members. If you are not able to leave your donation on Thursday, you can drop it at the school on Friday Jan. 26th between 8am-3pm. Please contact Colleen Welte if you have any questions at 215-720-4544. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
EP'S OF ST. ROBERT'S The following meetings begin at 10:30 for coffee and donuts and business meetings start at 11 AM: Jan. 23rd speaker will be Ms. Linda Brophy, the Shop Rite dietician who will speak about good nutrition for seniors. Feb. 13rd, our own St Rober t' s par ishioner , Mr . Frank Williams, will talk about WWII History. (Bingo will follow if sufficient member interest). Feb. 27th, A physical therapist from Willow Grove Physical Therapists will give us a presentation on pain management.
Come out and have some fun bowling and eating while helping out the national MS Society. Date: Sunday, 1/14/2018 Where: Thunderbird Lanes—Warminster Time: 12:30-2:30pm Adults: $20 Children (up to 13): $20
Prices include 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental and snacks!!! There will be raffles, a 50/50 and silent auction items as well. For more information contact Nicole Quigley at [email protected]
Dear Monsignor and Parishioners, In the name of all our IHM Sisters in Camilla Hall, we wish to express our deep gratitude for the generous outpouring of gifts from your parish. Each year St. Robert’s Parish sends an abundant supply of various gifts that we use for the care of our Sisters. We are so grateful to you ad your parishioners or their continued support and love. Special thanks to Matt Mlodzinski who once again made this year’s Christmas project so successful and delivered the gifts. We promise our prayers for all of St. Robert’s parishioners and ask that God’s abundant graces and blessing be yours in the New Year.
Gratefully,
S. Dolores Joesph, IHM S. Anne Veronica, IHM and the Camilla Sisters
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University of Notre Dame Vision Summer Program vision.nd.edu
Dear friends, My name is Maria Corr. I am a parishioner and cantor at St. Robert’s and a current sophomore at the University of Notre Dame studying English and Theology. I’m writing to invite you to join me on campus this summer at Notre Dame Vision. Vision is a faith conference that assists participants in strengthening their own spiritual lives through large group experiences, interactive small group work, speeches, music, Masses and sacrament services. Vision is open to all high school students (including those entering the 9th grade, and those who will graduate in spring 2018) from across the country. These students will
live in dorms and eat at dining halls to ensure they receive the “full college experience” while exploring their faith at one of the world’s best Catholic universities. During the one-week session, high school students are under the guidance of ND undergraduates (myself, included), known as Mentors-In-Faith. Mentors are trained to lead students in small group conversations and activities inspired by national speakers’ witness talks, as well as their own stories in faith development. This summer, Vision runs over the course of four one-week conferences: June 18-June 22; Jun 25-June 29; July 9-July 13; July 16-July 20. Aside from the high school conference, Vision also offers programs for youth/liturgical music ministers, pastors and religious educators ages 18+. Please visit the website vision.nd.edu for more information on these conferences, as well as pricing, transportation, and the application process. Personally, I found high school to be a pivotal time in the development of my spiritual life. It wasn’t until my senior year that I truly discovered a sense of personal responsibility for practicing my faith. My time at Notre Dame has helped me to further understand the importance of active conversation in the exploration of God’s call for us to live fully and faithfully. I truly believe Vision is an ideal outlet for high school students to reflect on and pray about all aspects of life with one another. I highly recommend taking advantage of this perfect opportunity to question, share, and learn from peers in personal faith-formation. If you have any questions about this program/application, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected]. I hope you have a wonderful New Year! God bless & Go Irish, Maria Corr
All Prospective Families, Parishioners & Friends are Cordially Invited to Visit during Catholic Schools Week:
*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, Chromebooks and iPads in all grades *Specialty teachers for weekly Spanish, Library, Technology, Art, Music & Physical Education in all grades
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION OPEN PRE-K TO 8TH GRADE Sunday, January 28th Wednesday, January 31st
9:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 Noon Information/Enrollment Requirements: 215.343.5100 or www.stjstr.org
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WEEKEND MASSES WEEKDAY MASSES HOLY DAYS CONFESSIONS Saturday: Vigil 5:00 p.m. 7:00 & 9:00 am - Monday/Friday (Except Christmas Saturday: 3:30 to 4:30 pm Sunday: 7:00 am 9:00 am - Saturday & New Years) 9:00 am Summer: 7:00 am & 9:00 am PARISH OFFICE HOURS 11:00 am Weekday - 8:00 am 12:00 noon Monday-Friday 9am-4:30pm Saturday - 9:00 am 7:00 pm 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 prior to the Pre-Cana Class.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Available to those who are preparing for surgery, sick, elderly or dying. Please contact the parish office to receive this sacrament.
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.
COMMUNION CALLS Monthly to homebound by the priests. Weekly - Extraordinary Ministers if requested. In an Emergency a Priest Should Be Called Immediately call parish office and dial 400.
PARISH REGISTRATION Welcome new parishioners! 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. Also, Children who turn 26 years of age, or have completed higher education and continue to reside with in our area, should become individually registered parishioners.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM All parish staff and volunteers who have regular contact with young people must have their background checks and training to volunteer with our youth. For more details look in the bulletin or visit our website, click on Community, then Safe environment. It will direct you to the Child and Youth Protection Site.
BULLETIN DEADLINE - Monday 11am - Turn in material typed, with your name & phone number at the parish office or [email protected].
PARISH RESOURCES
Adult Faith Formation Joan Fitzpatrick 215-343-0315
Afghan Guild Claire Coleman 215-343-2299
Al-Anon Contact 215-222-5244
Altar Servers Deacon George Morris 215-343-0315
Bereavement Committee Joan Fitzpatrick 215-343-0315
Bloodmobile Mary Marquis 215-343-8635
Catholic Charities Bill Fehrman 215-343-1752
Charismatic Prayer Group Dolores Seif 215-343-8775
Christ’s Housekeepers Patricia Neely 215-343-2873
Crisis Pregnancy 24 Hour Hotline 610-626-4006
E.P.’s (Seniors) Joann Crescenzo 215-491-4288
Extraordinary Ministers Deacon George Morris 215-343-0315
Family Fellowship Bob Abecasis 215-343-8113
Knights of Columbus Rob Hessler 215-491-0648
Liturgical Environment Joan Fitzpatrick 215-343-0315
Men’s Prayer Group Norman Racine 267-968-5905
Minister of Hospitality Peter Vreeland 215-343-2091
Ministers of the Word Deacon George Morris215-343-0315
Mother’s Prayer Group Chris Trodden 215-491-2542
Msgr. Marley Hall Jonathan DeMent 215-421-4407
Music Ministry Kevin Lutz [email protected]
Parish Youth Ministry Barb Palo 215-343-2083
Pastoral Council Tom Utermark 215-343-9528
Pre-Cana Brian/ Colleen Zook 267-483-8409
Pre-Jordan/RCIA Joan Fitzpatrick 215-343-0315
Respect Life Len Cline 215-343-4572
St. Cyprian Patti Hessler (cell)267-250-5721
St. John’s Hospice Msgr. James Beisel 215-343-0315
St. Francis Inn Candy Bakasy 215-343-1002
St. Vincent De Paul Society (Answering machine)267-644-8189
Vocation Office - Priesthood Fr. De Lacy 610-667-5778
Visiting Mary Statue Bernadette Repisky 267-261-4612
PASTORAL COUNCIL: (Elected Position) Joann Crescenzo 215/491-4288 Pastoral issues Sheila Fehrman 215/343-1752 to be discussed? Joanne Galganski 215/343-4173 Bill Gibbons 215/343-4066 Ginny McDevitt 215/343-3362 Contact one of the Amy Moffett 215/343-5436 members. Betty Santoro 215/ 343-6747 Mike Speranza 215/956-9769 Joe Tate 267/808-4913 Tom Utermark 215/343-9528
Brian Zook 267/483-8409
FINANCE COUNCIL: (Appointed Position)
Carol Bauman Jesse Brookreson Thomas Castaldi Ed Clark Kirk Clauss Terry Funk Robin Killion Tony Mastrocco Elmer O’Brien John Prendergast Susan Westerman n
