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Church and Parish Office: 300 State Road • West Grove, PA 19390
Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am-12 pm, 1-4 pm Email: [email protected]
Web: assumptionbvmwestgrove.org Facebook: ABVM Parish Community, West Grove, PA
Twitter: @ABVM_WestGrove
Weekend Mass Times Saturday: 4:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm Masses
Daily Mass Schedule 6:30 am - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:15 am - Tuesday, Friday
Eucharistic Adoration After morning Mass, Monday through Friday, until 7 pm
ABVM Adoration Chapel No adoration on public holidays or snow days.
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, January 19, 2020
Pastor …..….…Reverend Scott D. Brockson [email protected]
Pastor Emeritus…….…..Rev. Msgr. John Graf
In Residence ….…Rev. Msgr. Frank Depman
Deacons ….………..Deacon Thomas Hannan
Deacon Ronald Lewis Business Manager ….…...…Mary Rose Edmonds
Parish Office Staff ……..……Donna Brumbaugh Ann Caruso
Parish Office (Ph) 610-869-2722, (fax) 610-869-3252 Director of Liturgy & Music Michael Xavier Lundy
School Principal ….……………Danielle White [email protected]
School Office (Ph) 610-869-9576, (fax) 610-869-4049
Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) ………... Teresa Leszczynski [email protected]
Religious Education Office .…...(Ph) 610-869-8575
Facilities Request……[email protected]
Sacraments and Devotions
Baptism: Sundays at 1:30 pm in Church (bimonthly)
Matrimony: Engaged couples are asked to meet with the parish priest at least six months prior to the wedding and enroll in a marriage-prep program.
Reconciliation: (Church) Saturdays, 11:00 am-12:15 pm
Rosary: Wednesdays, 6:30 pm (Church)
Bulletin: Submit articles by 8:00 am on Thursday for publication the following week. Submit to the Parish Office or email [email protected].
Hearing Assist Devices are available for use at Mass. Please see an usher for details.
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PROTECTING OUR YOUTH
Parents who want to raise their children to have a healthy view of sexuality and to respect their own and others’ bodies and minds must prepare them to confront negative images, videos and messages which they will encounter on their smartphones, computers, tablets and other electronic devices. There was a time not so long ago when parents could protect their children from exposure to shows or movies which were inappropriate for their age level by changing the channel on the television or turning it off after a certain hour. No more. Their smartphone or I-pad gives them 24-7 easy access to a virtual cesspool of content. Worse, it gives pornographers and others who do not have their best interests in mind easy ac-cess to them.
The statistics are horrifying. In 2007 Family Safe Media reported that the average age of a child’s
first exposure to pornography is 11 and 83% of 15 – 17 years old had multiple exposures to hard core por-nography. More recent studies reveal even worse results. Just like adults, sometimes minors intentionally seek out the images, and sometimes they come across them by accident. Even innocent searches can lead to pornographic websites whose link is intentionally misleading by their webmasters. Remember, “Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Pet 5:8). Pornog-raphers have a vested interest in recruiting young people to their product because they will become future customers. With their new freedom from parental supervision, many college males quickly fall into a habit and even addiction to pornography. Unfortunately, its use by females has been increasing in the last dec-ade. Therapists tell us that porn is no longer just a male obsession. We need to prepare all of our young people to confront this challenge.
It is difficult and perhaps scary to think about what I am addressing, but it is something that respon-
sible parents and other caretakers of minors must deal with. All the experts who study this issue agree that your child will see pornographic and/or graphically violent content, even if you install filters, monitor their cell phones and other devices, limit their time on social media, and take every step to protect them (which, of course, is an absolute must). You are not sitting next to them when they ride the bus to school or hang out with friends, some of whom do not have parents that monitor their messages and internet searches. The issue is not - will your children see these things? But rather, when will they see them, and how will they deal with it when they do? Here is where your prior preparation and formation of your chil-dren can help them to deal with the challenge to their personal integrity and wellness.
The fact that someone, adult or child, is curious about sex or is attracted to a titillating picture of
someone of the opposite sex, or even of their own sex, does not mean that he or she is dirty, immoral, weird or perverted. It means they are like other human beings. If you find that your son or daughter has looked at things they should not have seen, do not freak out! Talk about it in a calm manner. Help them to process what they saw and understand why it is not appropriate to view. Our parish wants to help you to speak to your children in an age-appropriate way. It has always been difficult for parents to speak with their children about the birds and the bees, and this subject is so much more challenging. Parents need to support each other in this matter and remind each other to be vigilant. Be proactive! You can help your child avoid a lot of hurt and confusion if you prepare them beforehand. Please consider coming to the nextTalk presentation in the Parish Center (gym) next Saturday morning, January 25th at 10 am. You will be given practical advice and tools to help you guide your children and prepare them for the chal-lenges to their personal integrity and safety which they will encounter in the cybersphere. You will find more information on this two-hour event elsewhere in this bulletin.
An additional resource: For more information and a Catholic approach to the issue of internet por-nography and addiction, I highly recommend Dr. Peter C. Kleponis, Ph.D. who can be reached at www.integrityrestored.com. There you will find help for married couples, individuals, and parents.
- Father Scott
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Public Prayer Request
Name: _______________________________________
Requester/Phone:______________________________
Requests will be printed in the bulletin for one month and military prayers for six months. You may renew as often as you wish.
Please remember to pray for those in need of hope and healing.
Gail Daddario, Hilde Varglien, RuthAnn Donahue, Ed & Carol Painter, Dawn Marley, Louann & Daniel Armstrong, Linda Miller, Paula Bryan, John S., Jesse Clement, Eileen Byrne, Nancy Furniss, Lauren G., Joyce Dorazio, Judith Hasson, William Haid, Christian Workman, Dorothy Verna, Fabiola Matalonis, Norman Ginsburg, Nellie McGinnis, Terry O’Con-nell, Philip Caruso, Msgr. John Graf, Ryan Coyle, Betty Anne Silva, Tippi Carlino, Tommy Lake, Gert & John Lincoln, Linda & Gene Glomb, Phil Budzynski, Santi Ceccotti, Pat Mannion, Joan O’Neill, Scott Cook, Jennifer Donnelly, Christopher Bus-by, Diane Morgan Quigley, Pattie Perry, Deborah Ann Scott, Domenico Ruffini, Carson Coyle, Mary Jo Tate, Nick Gosline, Bill Sauerwine, Bryce Porter, Debbie Robinson, Frankie Knowles, Bruce Barclay, Lorelai Gilbert, Jennifer Keller, Dana & Charles Mitchell, Visitation Prayer Intentions
Readings of the Day Isaiah 49:3,5-6, Psalm 40:2,4,7-10,
1 Corinthians 1:1-3, John 1:29-34
Live the Liturgy Inspiration for the Week
Our relationships ground and define us. Understanding
where we come from, who matters to us, and to whom
we have an allegiance all frame and direct our lives.
One unchangeable about who we are is that God
formed us in our mother’s womb. Unless
understanding of ourselves begins with this solid fact
about ourselves, our knowledge will always be
incomplete. John the Baptist and Jesus knew who they
were and where they came from. This allowed them to
understand their purpose and express their identity. To
whom do you matter? If your primary answer is God
then you are on your way to knowing who you are.
Each of us has a purpose and mission to fulfill. See
God as your strength and get about the business of
meeting life’s challenges.
Pray For Our Military
♦CPL Christian Workman
♦SGT Meghan Guerrera
♦SGT Michael Guerrera
♦SGT James Francis
♦2 LT Nicholas J. Caruso
♦SGT Andrew Wolfe
♦SSGT James McWilliams
♦AB Michael Connelly & FLT277, Lackland AFB
♦SPC Thomas Wolfe ♦SGM Nicolas Relacion ♦CPL Charles Morgan Griffith ♦SSGT Michael Kauffman ♦HM1 Matthew Rosenberg ♦AB Brandon Narkin & FLT 601/602 Lackland AFB
♦2 LT Niccolo Iacovelli
♦Service Members & Coalition
Military Plaque to honor those who are currently serving in the U.S. Military is on display in the Church Vestibule. If you would like to have your loved one’s picture displayed, please send a photo of your active duty military person, in uniform, with their name, rank, and your contact information. Contact Dave Bes-selman at 484-667-0267 or [email protected].
Rest in Peace
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and all the souls
of the faithful departed rest in peace.
Mary Eileen Ballah Robert Cannon
Jami Latch Dorothy Magers Eileen Myrtetus
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 19, 2020
Let us continue to pray for our Armed Forces. We thank God for their sacrifices they make to ensure our freedom.
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Our 2019-2020 fiscal year budget has been adjusted to reflect recent historical income numbers. This fiscal year our income goal is $722,000 for the Offertory collection. Through January 12, 2020, our income is 3.4% greater than that antici-pated in the budget. Keep up the good work. Some parishioners have increased their donation. If you are able, please consider joining them. Our beloved church with the associated facilities is eighteen years old. As in your home, maintenance costs and operating costs need to be addressed. You have demon-strated your generosity to enable us to fulfill our fiscal responsibilities. Please continue to be as generous as you can.
Parish Finances
Collection January 12, 2020 $13,554 Includes $4,750 estimated E-Giving
-33% participation
Avg. Weekly Collection 2019/2020
Estimated Wkly Expenses 2019/20
$14,421$13,855
Parish Appeal Update
The 2020 Parish Appeal is off to a good start. In the first eleven weeks we have pledges from two-hundred and forty-five (245) families for more than $89,700 with $66,948 in hand. The Appeal is support-ing continuing operations of the Parish. The first $150,000 will go to balance the parish budget; the remainder will go to-ward the emergency fund for unbudget-ed, major expenses for the church; e.g., the ultimate replacement of the church roof. The Finance Council and Father Scott thank you for your generosity. Please complete the Intention Card you received in your letter from Father Scott and place it in the envelope in the collec-tion basket or mail the envelope to the Parish Office. You may use the Parish Appeal envelope from your packet of envelopes to make your donation.
Quick and Easy New Way to Give to ABVM Parish
Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection
of Unborn Children
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
6:30 am Mass
10:00 am Mass
Join us as we pray for the protection of
unborn children and their parents.
Please Note:
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
Monday, January 20th
Morning Mass at 9:00 am
There will be no 6:30 am Mass and the Parish Office will be closed. There will be no Eucharistic Adoration and the church will be closed after the morning Mass.
URGENT: SACRISTANS NEEDED
There is an immediate need for Sacristans to assist with preparations for Mass on the weekends. If you are already attending Mass on the weekend and can assist with preparations for Mass when your schedule allows, please contact Mi-chael Xavier Lundy, our Director of Liturgy and Mu-sic for a more detailed description of the position at [email protected].
He Waits for You!
Make a visit to our Lord.
Eucharistic Adoration ~ Monday-Friday After Morning Mass until 7 pm—Adoration Chapel
We all need to take a step back from our busy lives and come visit Jesus. We have a great opportunity every week all year round to stop in and spend some quiet time with Him during Eucharistic Adoration. We have a wonderful group of people who have each committed their time, but we need your help. To sign-up for an hour or half an hour a week, or split that time with a friend, visit the sign-up table in the vestibule or contact Mary at 302-388-3752; [email protected]
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Even if we’re delaying the phone, what about when our child goes to the neighbor’s house? Or, what happens when our child is told about inappropriate online content at the playground or on the bus? Join us as Mandy Majors explains the challenges we’re facing. She’ll explain the solution and provide ten practical examples we can implement in our homes. This is an adult-only event geared towards parents, grandparents, and other caretakers of minors, and is free of charge.
Saturday, January 25th: 10:00 am -12:00 pm
ABVM Parish Center @ 290 State Road, West Grove, PA
(ABVM school gym in lower parking lot)
Go to: www.nextTalk.org to learn more, or listen in on nextTalk’s
podcast topics on: omny.fm/shows/nexttalk/playlists/podcast.
Email any questions to: [email protected].
“For God did not give us a spirit of fear but rather of power
and love and self-control.” - 2 Timothy 1:7
nextTalk
nextTalkOrg
nextTalkOrg
nextTalkOrg
Mandy Majors graduated from Indiana University with a BA in political science and criminal justice. She’s the award-winning author of TALK: A Practical Approach to Cyberparenting and Open Communication, co-host of nextTalk Radio and is the Founder/Executive Director of nextTalk, a nonprofit organization helping families build a culture of conversation in their homes to keep kids safe online.
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The 12th Annual Archdiocesan
Catholic Men’s Conference will be
held on Saturday March 7, 2020 at
Neumann University in Aston,
PA. We encourage all men – hus-
bands, fathers, sons, brothers,
friends – to join us for an inspiring
day of faith and fellowship - to be-
come the men God is calling them
to be! Rediscover the power and
purpose of your faith! Speakers
include veteran Philadelphia Ea-
gle Brent Celek, Steve Bollman,
founder of That Man Is You, and
Immaculee Ilabagiza, author of
Left to Tell and survivor of the
Rwandan genocide.
Register online at
ManUpPhilly.com.
Saints this week
January 20th: Saint Sebastian was a military officer in Rome under Diocletian. He died as a martyr in 288 by being pierced by arrows, and later clubbed to death. He was buried on the Appian Way, close to the catacombs that bear his name. He is the patron of archers, soldiers, and police associations.
January 21st: Saint Agnes was martyred in the beginning of the 4th century under Emperor Diocletian at the age of 12. She is the patroness of Christian virtue confronted by political and social vio-lence. She is frequently represented with a martyr’s palm and a lamb.
January 23rd: Saint Marianne Cope, a religious of the Sisters of St. Francis, was known for her charitable works and virtuous deeds. For 35 years she cared for the lepers on the Hawaiian island of Moloka’i. She was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on October 21, 2012.
January 24th: Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop of Geneva, sought to bring many back to the Church through his personal life and writings, especially Controversies and Introduction to the Devout Life. He is the co-founder with St. Jane Frances de Chantal of the Visitation Order. Saint Francis de Sales is the patron of writers, journalists and the deaf.
January 25th: The Conversion of Saint Paul, the Apostle. Saint Paul is one of the most important and influential of all the saints. This feast day celebrates his conversion and powerful vision of Jesus Christ that caused him to convert to Christianity while on the road to Damascus. Paul then becomes the apostle sent to proclaim the Gospel to all nations.
Young Adults of Chester County
Open Forum with Archbishop Chaput
Join CYACC - Chester County Catholic Young Adults and wel-come Archbishop Charles Chaput on Tuesday, January 21st at Saints Simon and Jude in West Chester. The doors will open at 7 pm for a mixer and light refresh-ments. At 7:30 pm, Archbishop Chaput will offer a short reflection and then take questions from the audience. We are blessed to have such a wonderful shepherd here in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and we hope that many of you will come out to show your support and to listen to his prayerful reflections. We will be meeting in the Meehan Center underneath the church building.
Visit www.cyacc.org, check out our Facebook page or email CYACC at [email protected].
We would like to welcome the following new members to
the Assumption BVM Parish Family:
Matthew and Lisa Ryan Family
Patrick and Christine Clancy Family
+ + + + + + +
Registrations are done every weekend after the 4:30 pm Vigil Mass and after the 10 am Mass. Please see a representative at the Registration Desk in the Chapel.
ABVM Eucharistic Adoration Candles
Consider offering a Five Day Adoration Candle for yourself, or your living or deceased loved one. Your candle intentions are lifted up to our Lord on the altar in the Adoration Chapel. Candle intention cards are available at our Parish Office, weekdays, 8 am to 4 pm. A $10.00 donation would be appreciated.
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Sacramental News
CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
CYFF Level 6 and ABVM Grade 6 students:
The Rite of Enrollment for Confirmation will be on Thursday, February 13,
2020 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Main Church. Parents are asked to
attend with their Confirmandi.
CALENDAR: January 20: No School—Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 23: 9 am-11 am Open House/New Registration January 23: Winter Band Concert at 6:30 pm January 24: 8:15 am Class Mass (Grades K & 8) January 26: Catholic Schools Week -10 am Mass with Choir and 6th Grade singing January 27: 6 pm-7:30 pm Open House/New Registration January 30: In School Band Concert 9 am January 31: 8:15 am Class Mass (Grades 1 & 7) February 3: 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Open House/Registration February 7: 8:15 am All School Mass prepared by Grade 6 February 13: 6:30 pm Rite of Initiation for Confirmation February 14: 8:15 am Class Mass (Grades 2 & 6) February 17: No School—Presidents’ Day
GROCERY STORE GIFT CARDS: Since July, Parents have saved over $603 in tuition! Get your Giant and Acme gift cards through school (Monday-Friday, 8 am to 3 pm) or after the weekend Masses. Pur-chasers receive a 3% tuition voucher that can be applied to their family tuition or donate to a school family. Cus-tomers still accrue points for gas and other savings.
A+ SCHOOL AWARDS with GIANT: Helping ABVM School is easy with the Giant A+ School Rewards Program. Simply register your bonus card online and select ABVM as your school. ABVM School will earn rewards from your qualified purchases. The pro-gram runs now through March 14, 2020. Sign up today at https://giantfoodstores.com!
Grab your friends for a fun night out at Assumption BVM School on January 30th!
A $30 online ticket price includes 20 designer bag bingo
games. With ticket purchase, you have the option to add a
$20 bonus game for a Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM in Damier
Ebene ($1470 value). Extra bingo sheets, 50/50 and raffles
available at the event. A limited number of reserved tables
for groups of 6 and 8 will be available at the time of
purchase. Complimentary coffee, tea, water and desserts
provided and the Snack Bar will be open. This is a 21+
event. BYOB. This was a sell out event last year, tickets may
not be available at the door ($35). To purchase tickets, visit
www.abvmschoolwg.us and click on “Designer Bag Bingo
Ticket” link. All proceeds benefit ABVM School! The snow
date is February 20.
$30 / 20 games; Bonus $20 LV game
BYOB & Food ~ Tables Available
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ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION
Thursday, January 23rd, 9am-11am Monday, January 27th, 6pm-7:30pm
Monday, February 3rd, 3:30pm-5:30pm
Assumption BVM School offers Half Day and Full Day Pre-K, Full Day Kindergarten and Grades 1-8.
School of Distinguished Instruction
Middle States Accredited with a tradition of educating students since 1922
Students learn about their faith through daily interactions, Class Masses, First Friday Mass and Adoration
Students rank above both the local and national average on standardized tests
iPads, Apple TVs, Smartboards, and Chromebooks are all incorporated into lessons
Assumption BVM School offers Math Honors, Learning Support, Spanish, Physical Education, Art, Music, Library, and Technology
After School Clubs/Enrichment include C.A.R.E.S., Choir, Student Council, Yearbook, Soccer Shots, Funtastic Art, Science Explorers, Community Service Club, Girls on the Run and more
CYO Sports include volleyball, cross country, cheerleading, basketball, baseball, and track & field
DISCOVER the DIFFERENCE
Call today to schedule a tour 610-869-9576 www.abvmschoolwg.us
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Announcements
Pray the Rosary for Life (1/19-1/25/20) Sun. D. Brumbaugh Thu. N. Kennard Mon. R. Gaffney Fri. D. Lewis Tue. C. Sedlak Sat. J. Lyons Wed. T. Harrison (Sign-up to pray in the church vestibule.)
HopeAfterAbortion.com; afterabortion.org; RachelsVineyard.org 610-354-0555,
Pregnant? Need Help? Call 1-800-CARE-002.
Birthright: 610-436-0773.
Aid for Friends Cooks: Filled, frozen meal trays can be taken to the freezer in the ABVM Parish Life Center, weekdays from 8 am-7 pm. To help prepare meals or be
an AFF driver, call Ann 610-869-8559.
Annulment Proceeding: Metropolitan Tribunal, Archdiocese of Philadelphia (215) 587-3750.
Al-Anon meeting: Held every Monday, 7:30 pm, in the ABVM Church. (https://al-non.org)
Lions Club Hospital Equipment Loan Program: Contact 484-883-0515; www.aglions.com.
Courage: Courage ministers to those with same-sex attractions and their loved ones. A weekly peer support group is offered to homosexual men and women who wish to live according to the teaching of the Catholic Church. Call 215-587-4505. Confidentiality assured.
Disabilities & Autism Help-Line: Need help accessing services and supports for someone with an intellectual disability or autism? Call 484-472-5041.
Hope in Christ: Spiritual Support for Addiction: visit archphila.org/hope.
Catholic Men’s Pornography Addiction Group: Call confidentially at 215-490-4660.
Nourish for Caregivers Support Groups: Visit phillyevang.org/nourish
Social Outreach
JOSEPH’S PEOPLE – WEST GROVE For the Unemployed & Underemployed
Wednesday, January 22nd
Are you looking for new career opportunities but are hesi-tant to network? Forming a plan this new year can jump start your path forward. The A-I-R strategy for face to face and internet connections will be the topic of the next Joseph’s People meeting for the unemployed and under-employed. Join us Wednesday, January 22nd at 7:00 pm in the ABVM Parish Life Center (church lower level).
In addition, Joseph’s People provides prayerful support, introducing community resources, encouraging member interaction, discussing job opportunities, etc. Pass along to anyone in need.
Ann Barr Chapter Leader [email protected] www.josephspeople.org
Thought of the Day
“I do not expect a high
place in heaven. I will be
very grateful to have a
little corner where I can
love God for all eternity.”
- Saint Marianne Cope Feast Day: January 23rd
THE CATHOLIC FAITH, ON DEMAND
Looking for quality family entertainment? Want to learn more about your faith in the
comfort of your own home or on your phone?
Become in-FORMED at FORMED.ORG. Join for free by entering parish code MC8NYZ.
March for Life - Washington, D.C. Friday, January 24, 2020
Update: Registration is Closed—Bus is Full
Assumption BVM and Saint Patrick’s in Kennett Square will be sharing a motor coach bus to the March for Life in Washington, D.C. We will depart from the ABVM Parking Lot at 6:30 am and return approximately 7-8 pm. Our itinerary includes Mass at the National Shrine at 10 am. We will then be dropped off at the National Mall for the Rally and March For information on local bus transportation options leaving from this area, con-tact Stephanie Tobin at 484-467-6675.
27th Annual Chester County March for Life Sunday, January 19, 2020, 2:30 pm
St. Agnes Church, West Chester There will be programs inside of St. Agnes Church with prayer, speakers and music. The speakers will include Christina Barba, the President of the Culture Project and Liana Hollendonner, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Coordina-tor of Students for Life. It will be followed by a silent march to the old Chester County Courthouse carrying pro-life signs for those who wish to participate. At the court-house there will be a short prayer service. Immediately following, all are welcome to go to the Knights of Colum-bus Hall for social and refreshments. If interested in car-pooling from ABVM Church, call Luana at 610-255-5360.
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Coffee & Donut Social
Sunday, February 2nd, 11 am Parish Life Center
Dinner & Bingo
Thursday, February 6th 6 pm Dinner, 6:30 pm Bingo (School Gym)
Knights Meeting
Thursday, February 20th 6 pm, Parish Center (School Gym)
* Location Change
For membership information, please contact Ron Calloway at 980-875-1605 or
HAPPENING SOON
TAX CONTRIBUTIONS STATEMENT
Parishioners who wish to receive a state-ment of their contributions for calendar year 2019 should complete the form below and place it in the collection basket or mail it to ABVM Parish Office, 300 State Rd., West Grove, PA 19390. Statements will be sent only if requested.
Name ________________________________ Address ________________________________
Town ________________________________
Zip Code ________________________________ Email
________________________________ Send Statement by: U.S. Mail (____) or Email (____)
Saint Patrick Cemetery
A major clean up of St. Patrick Cemetery in Kennett Square will begin the week of January 26, 2020. If you have any deco-rations that you want to keep, please remove them before this date.
Catholic Relief Services Collection
Fulfilling the Church’s mission of mercy and the Gospel call to love others as we love God, the Catholic Relief Services Col-lection funds Catholic agencies that work for the benefit of our brothers and sisters around the world. In providing hu-manitarian aid, resettling displaced individuals, and advo-cating on behalf of victims of atrocities such as human trafficking, the organizations supported by the CRS collection act from their belief that every individual is an equal heir of Christ’s love and care. The collection will be taken up on Jan-uary 25 & 26, 2020.
At ABVM our ushers only pass the basket around once during Mass. You may use Parish E-giving and edit your giving infor-mation on line at www.faithdirect.net and click "Edit My Gifts" screen. If you give by using envelopes you are asked to place gifts to the parish and to the special collection in the basket at the same time, using the pre-printed envelopes you received in the mail. You may also use a blank envelope and write the name of the organization you wish to support.
**PARISH APP** To download our app, visit myparishapp.com and put in our zip
code (19390) to find ABVM’s Parish App or text “App” to 88202.
The App includes a very brief daily message, the Scripture readings for the Mass of the day, special events in the parish calendar, the bulletin, DiscoverMass for when you travel and are looking for a Mass, and inspirational offerings. As it grows the various parish groups will use it for communica-tion.
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VOCATION AWARENESS: Come & See Weekend for High School Men (January 25-26, 2020, High School Men, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA) An opportunity for high school men who are considering a vo-cation to visit St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. On this weekend, they are able to see what seminary life is like and to explore the possibility of their own call to the priesthood. Please visit heedthecall.org/comeandsee or call 610-667-5778.
JOHN CARDINAL FOLEY LECTURE SERIES (January 27, 2020, 7 pm, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA) Topic: “On the Church and Social Communications” featuring Father Mike Schmitz. SOLD OUT. Facebook LIVE streaming will be available.
WHAT DO WE DO? THE ROLE OF THE LAITY IN A TIME OF CRISIS (January 27, 2020, 7 pm, SS. Peter and Paul, West Chester, PA) Join us for an evening of reflection on the mission of the laity in times of ecclesial crisis and learn what you can do to cooperate with Christ’s action to purify and heal His Church. Speaker: Meghan Cokeley, Archdiocesan Office of the New Evangelization. R.S.V.P. at phillyevang.org/events.
CHOSEN: DAUGHTERS, SISTERS, WARRIORS RETREAT (February 1, 2020, 9 am to 12 pm, Pope John Paul II High School, Royersford, PA) Remember our feminine genius, understand common spiritual obstacles, and Blessed Mother’s role in protecting and strengthening us. Conference team: Fr. Stephen DeLacy, De Yarrison, Jen Lozano, Megan Murphy. Register at youaremadenew.com/chosen-conference or call 610-287-2989.
FLAME OF LOVE FEAST DAY (February 2, 2020, St. Mary Magdalen, Media, PA) All are welcome to come and pray as Mary has asked us. Rosary, Confession and Adoration begins at 2 pm. At 2:30 pm, Dr. Antone Raymundo will talk on the Message of the Flame of Love followed by Mass with Celebrant and Homilist, Monsignor Ralph Chieffo. For information, call the Flame of Love Office at 610-622-4257.
MALVERN WOMEN’S TEA (February 2, 2020, 1:30-4 pm, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA) Ladies, join us for a delightful afternoon of conversation, tea and faith formation as we discuss the Unbound ministry, a simple pro-cess of prayer that can help set us free from the things that bind our hearts and help us claim ever deeper free-dom in Christ. Speaker: Meghan Cokeley. Cost $25. Register at malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400.
THEOLOGY OF THE BODY RETREAT FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS (February 8-9, 2020, St. Mary of Providence Cen-ter, Elverson, PA) Retreat includes talks, small groups, Mass and Adoration. Retreat Leader: Samantha Kelley of FIERCEAthlete.org. For information, text 610-716-1840 or email [email protected]. Cost: $75.
VALENTINE EVENING OF REFLECTION (February 9, 2020, 5 to 9 pm, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA) Even-ing includes Mass and renewal of wedding vows, dinner and inspirational speakers. Register at 610-644-0400 or malvernretreat.com.
RETROUVAILLE FOR MARRIED COUPLES (February 21-23, 2020, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA) Retrouvaille provides tools to help put your marriage in order again. Visit www.helpourmarriage.org or call 215-766-3944.
S.A.C.R.E.D. (February 29, 2020, Salesianum School, Wilmington, DE) Salesian Adult Christian Religious Education Day (S.A.C.R.E.D.) is an annual event offering opportunities for adults to grow in their faith as seen through Salesi-an Spiritualty. Visit sacred.salesianum.org.
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2020
4:30 pm Vigil Mass - Margaret Lang, requested by Paul Rafferty Reader 1/Reader 2: Debera Buoni, Ed Sigda Deacon: Deacon Lewis, Extraordinary Ministers: Ellie Barron, Lisa Goldstein, Charlie Humkey, Maureen Petrarca, Ruder Schill Altar Servers: Adien Daneker, Nolan & Ethan Goldstein Music: Regina Coeli Choir Sacristan: Fred Buoni
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2020
8:00 am Mass - Sam Gullo, requested by Sonny and Debbie LaBarca Reader 1/Reader 2: Lee Richardson, Michael Debes Deacon: Deacon Lewis, Extraordinary Ministers: Paul Crowley (A) & (LH), Cindy Sciotto (B), Shawn Murphy (C), John Brennan, Ellie Barron Altar Servers: AJ Gourgoulis, Tommy & Liam Wilson Music: Andrea Arena, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Ray Bunjo 10:00 am Mass - Charlie Nigro, requested by David and Dianne Fogarty Reader 1/Reader 2: Ed & Grace Charlton Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Linda Lanciano (D), Donna Lauletta (E), Ann Barr (TP), Bruce Michalski (JPP), Joan Patrick (JPR), Lisa McNamara (PENN), Tom Powell Altar Servers: Hannah Char, Connor Opdenaker, Michael Stemerman Music: Anthem Sacristan: Andy Mazzeo 12:00 pm Mass - Enrico Mastronardi, requested by Anthony J. McGinley Reader 1/Reader 2: Steve Liberatore, Kathleen Hamill-Clark Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Donna Brumbaugh, Kathy Corkadel, James Fredericksdorf, Sharon Hannan, Mary K. LaRoe Altar Servers: Isabella Atwood, Jacob & Samantha Calabretta Music: Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Jeff Lyons
MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2020
6:30 am Mass - Mary Shannon, requested by Dennis Shannon
TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020
8:15 am Mass - Henri Carrard, requested by Louis Kaplan
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2020
6:30 am Mass - For an End to Abortion, requested by ABVM Respect Life Group
10 am Mass - For the Protection of Unborn Children and their Mothers Reader 1/Reader 2: Mary Ann Schill, Ed Sigda Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Bob DiMarco, Cindy Sciotto Altar Servers: Nicolette Murphy, Hayden Nunan, Landon Staso
THURSDAY, JANUARY 23, 2020
6:30 am Mass - People of the Parish
FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2020
8:15 am Mass - Michael C. Shull, requested by Peter MacEwen
SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020
4:30 pm Vigil Mass - Charlie Owens, requested by Joyce Malchione Reader 1/Reader 2: Neil Coyne, Tom Harrison Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Ellie Barron, Sharon Hannan, Charlie Humkey, Jim Kirwin, Maureen Petrarca Altar Servers: Hannah Char, Madelynn Welch, Carleigh Zipfel Music: Anthem Sacristan: Steve Gempp
SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2020
8:00 am Mass - Sam Gullo, requested by Ruder and Mary Ann Schill Reader 1/Reader 2: Alexandra Laub, Marie Losito Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Shawn Murphy (A), Joan Patrick (B), Frank Puoci (C), Lisa Goldstein (LH), Bob DiMarco Altar Servers: Madeline Flores, Cameron & Conner Norbeck Music: Ann Wengloski, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Ray Bunjo 10:00 am Mass - John M. Craig, requested by Ro and Bill Teel Reader 1/Reader 2: Lectors provided by the ABVM School Deacon: Deacon Lewis, Extraordinary Ministers: Nancy Paproth (D), Stephanie Tobin (E), Bruce Michalski (TP), Mary Wharton (JPP), Kathy Corkadel (JPR), Dennis Shannon (PENN), Jason Chapman Altar Servers: Annie Strehlau, Declan & Nolan Sullivan Music: School Choir, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Andy Mazzeo 12:00 pm Mass - Anthony Alfonse Iarropino, requested by Ann Marie Barr and Family Reader 1/Reader 2: Tom Finley, Molly Clark Deacon: Deacon Lewis, Extraordinary Ministers: Ann Barr, James Fredericksdorf, Linda Lanciano, Mary K. LaRoe, Cindy Sciotto Altar Servers: Michael Stemerman, Heidi & Joel Stumpf Music: Gwen Kull, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Jeff Lyons
Mass Cards: We still have Masses available for 2020. Please
stop by the Parish Office weekdays, Monday thru
Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, for a Mass Card. We will
open our calendar to reserve Mass Intentions for
2021 on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. To be fair to
everyone, no reservations for Masses will be taken before
then. Thank you for your understanding.
