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St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic Church 1229 E Lancaster Ave., Rosemont, PA 19010
www.stthomasofvillanova.org
Office Telephone: 610-525-4801 Preschool: 610-525-7554
Fax: 610-525-6041
A Stewardship Community - Sharing our Time, Talent and Treasure
Pastoral Staff: Fr. Joseph L. Narog, O.S.A. Pastor #210 [email protected] Fr. Arthur D. Johnson, O.S.A. Parochial Vicar #206 [email protected] Deacon Donald DiCarlo, Jr. [email protected] #610-585-2060 In residence: Fr. Allan D. Fitzgerald, O.S.A. [email protected] Janine Bowers Administrative Assistant #211 Karen Farley Business Manager #202 [email protected] Don Giannella Director of Music [email protected] Patricia Greenhalgh Director of Weddings #217 [email protected] Mary Kurek Dir. Of St. Thomas Preschool [email protected] Jeanmarie Lorello Administrative Assistant #208 [email protected] Maria Luby Dir. of Family Life & Youth Min. Mary Kate McCauley Parish Nurse #209 [email protected] Anne Murphy #205 Dir. of Christian Service [email protected] Alice Obarski Director of Liturgy #203 [email protected] Tara Penza #204 Director of Religious Education [email protected] Kathy Roethlein Administrative Assistant #200 [email protected]
SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION
Matrimony: Please call the Parish Center to make arrangements to meet with a parish priest at least 8 months prior to the wedding date. Reconciliation: Saturday after the 9:00am Liturgy in Rosemont Chapel, First Fridays after 12:05 Mass or call the Parish Center to make an appointment. Anointing of the Sick: We are happy to offer many support services to the sick and homebound. Visits are made by the Pastoral Staff and Eucharistic Ministers to homes and hospital care facilities. Call the Parish Center to make arrangements. Baptism: Baptisms are celebrated each month, except during Lent. Call the Parish Center to make arrangements and to receive materials.
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
MAY 10, 2015
MASS SCHEDULE
Villanova Church Sunday: 7:30am,10:30am, 7:00pm Rosemont Chapel Saturday: 9:00am Vigil Mass: 5:00pm Sunday: 9:00am
Daily Mass: Mon–Fri: 12:05pm Legal Holiday Mass: 9:00am
PARISH CENTER SCHEDULE MONDAY — FRIDAY:
9:00am - 4:30pm The Parish Center is closed from
12:00pm-1:00pm: Monday--Friday
Happy Mother’s Day
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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER — MAY 10, 2015
A Note from Fr. Joe:
As the Easter Season continues, our Sunday Gospel passages reflect Jesus’ last will and testament, so to speak, as he addresses his disciples – and us – in increasingly intimate terms. Last week, it was the image of the vine and the branches. And now this Sunday Jesus calls us his friends. “No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends…I have called you friends.” Wow! Isn’t that incredibly comforting and profound? Of all the things that he could call those of us who follow him, Jesus chooses the word “friend.” Have we considered Jesus the Christ to be our friend? Probably we’ve thought of him as a guide and teacher, for he’s certainly those. But Jesus tells us that he’s much more than that – he’s a companion on our journey; he’s with us through thick and thin. Jesus definitely isn’t a “fair weather friend.” Friendship with and through Christ is based on trust, frankness, open and honest interaction, mutual understanding, and forgiveness. True Christian friendship doesn’t equate to mere sentimentality and it means far more than just pleasant relationships. Though we very likely won’t have to die for our friends, being a real companion can be serious and challenging at times. As St. Augustine once observed, “the love that we shower on friends in good times is proven in bad times.” In loving one another, as Jesus loves us, we make God’s friendship tangible. Who has made Jesus’ friendship tangible in our lives? Isn’t it an extra blessing when we can include our father and mother in response to that question? Over time, I honestly felt that my parents also became my friends. In memory of my Mom, my friend then, I sincerely wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all our Moms and those who take the role of mothers in our lives! And, of course, we unite in recalling all those mothers who have gone before us. If you’re fortunate enough to be with your Mom this Sunday, perhaps you could use the following blessing at table or otherwise: “Loving God. as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you watch over your Church. Bless our mother. Let the example of her faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, her family, may honor her always with a spirit of profound respect.
Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.”
During this month of May, we traditionally remember, in a special way too, the mother we all share in common – our Blessed Mother, Mary. She indeed is another companion on our journey. As Jesus’ mother and his first disciple, she can help show us the way. Mary understands what it is to be a spouse and parent, as well as a friend. Perhaps we can join in praying the Rosary after daily Mass in the Rosemont Chapel or incorporate that devotion into some part of our day. With St. Thomas of Villanova, we proclaim, “O blessed among women…We are all your children and you are our Mother; remember us.” (Sermon Easter Wednesday, 11) Yours in the friendship of Jesus and Mary, Fr. Joe
Stewardship Thought for the Week “This is my commandment: love one another as I love you. No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” John 15:12-13 Do you love Jesus? Do you consider Him your friend? Jesus says that if we love Him we should be willing to offer whatever we have to Him, not because we want praise and glory, but simply be-cause we love Him.
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Schedule of Events for the week of: May 10, 2015 Recitation of the Rosary after the daily Liturgy.
Monday, May 11, 2015 Golden Living Ministry 10:15AM Art Class - PC1 11:00AM Food Addicts in Recovery - Café 7:00PM Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Bible Study - PC2 10:00AM Staff Meeting 1:00PM Bible Study - PC2 7:00PM Genasis Bells - Aud 7:00PM Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Food Addicts in Recovery - Café 9:30AM Exercise - Aud 10:00AM Honickman 10:15AM Vigil Mass—RMCH 5:30PM Thursday, May 14, 2015— ASCENSION THURSDAY STV Preschool Closed Parish Office Opens at 11:00AM Holyday Mass-RMCH 12:05PM Holyday Mass-RMCH 7:00PM Friday, May 15, 2015 Saturday, May 16, 2015 Sunday, May 17, 2015 Mass w/First Communions - RMCH 9:00AM Rosemont Village Eucharistic Prayer Service 10:30AM Baptisms 1:00PM
Mon., May 11th Easter Weekday 12:05PM-RMCH Mother’s Day Triduum Tues., May 12th Easter Weekday; Blessed William
Tirry, Saints Nereus and Achilleus 12:05PM-RMCH Mother’s Day Triduum Wed., May 13th Easter Weekday; Our Lady of Help,
Our Lady of Fatima 12:05PM-RMCH Dr Lisa Marino 5:30PM-RMCH In Thanksgiving to God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit Thurs., May 14th ASCENSION OF THE LORD 12:05PM-RMCH For the Parishioners of St. Thomas 7:00PM-RMCH Thomas Chuckra, Jr. Fri., May 15th Easter Weekday; Saint Isidore 12:05PM-RMCH Raymond Bolten, Mary Murray , Joseph Taffe - Family Sat., May 16th Easter Weekday; Saints Alypius and Possidius 9:00AM-RMCH Petrizzo, Lotito & Reagan Families 5:00PM-RMCH Adeline Minutella - Minutella Family Sun., May 17rd SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 7:30AM-VNCH For the Parishioners of St. Thomas 9:00AM-RMCH Catherine M. Faragalli 10:30AM-VNCH Patrick Temple West - Family
ASCENSION THURSDAY
May 14, 2015 is Ascension Thursday. We are having a Vigil Mass on Wednesday evening at 5:30pm at the Rosemont Chapel. On Thursday, we are having a 12:05pm Mass at the Villanova Church and Rosemont Chapel. There is also a 7:00pm Mass on Thursday in the Rosemont Chapel. The St. Thomas Preschool is closed on Ascension Thursday and the Parish Office will be opening late at 11:00am.
Congratulations to all our Volunteers.
On May 17th, the St. Thomas of Villanova Parish will be
receiving the Community Good Neighbor Award from Eldernet for improving the lives of the
elderly and disabled in Lower Merion.
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We extend a warm welcome to the newest members of our parish: Nicholas Cardone of King of Prussia Theresa Celli of Bryn Mawr Richard & Bridget Daw & Family of Wynnewood Lauren Willis of King of Prussia Congratulations to the newly Baptized member of our parish: Avery Jane, daughter of Erik & Colleen Unger Remember those in need of our prayers, especially: Julia Barlow, Katherine Breck, Mary Ann Dadourian, Bob Ellison, Jack Geraghty, Patricia Ann Harley, Bridget Kelly, Joseph Maiorana, Madeleine O’Callaghan, Julia Boland Paparella, and Annie Sears.
Please pray for our soldiers assigned in Afghanistan and in other parts of the world. Please also pray for the
soldiers who are returning from their assignments, especially the wounded soldiers.
CHRISTIAN SERVICE PRAYERLINE The parish prayerline is waiting for your prayer request. This week call Mary Ann Barrow at 610-525-4164 or email [email protected] to activate the parish prayerline. Two parish teams are available for your special intentions. PROJECT HOPE This is a transportation ministry for our Parish. If you need a ride to your medical appointments or to food shop this week, please call Ann Von Herstenberg at 610-525-6026. Please give at least 3 days notice. DINNERS TO THE DOORSTEP This ministry is for parish families who are in crisis or for parish couples welcoming a new baby. Homemade dinners are delivered. Two parish coordinators keep a list of volunteers who are called as needed. If you are in need of this delicious community support, please call Sarah Breck at 610-975-0444. ST. FRANCIS INN We are forming a parish work group to serve the midday meal at the St. Francis Inn in Kensington on Sunday, May 17th. The Inn tries to meet the immediate daily needs of the poor and homeless people they serve with food, clothing and hospitality. This ministry is open to anyone 16 years or older. For more information and to sign up, contact our parish coordinator, Sheila Holst at 610-659-5828 or [email protected].
“Masses in Interpreted American Sign Language”
We have an American Sign Language Interpreter at the 9:00am Mass in the Rosemont Chapel on the Second and Fourth Sunday of each month. The interpreter will be here
on May 24, 2015.
Thank you for your generosity for the weekend of May 2 and 3, 2015. Number of Envelopes 333 Envelope Amount $18,495.00 Loose Cash: $1,640.75 Electronic Offerings: $2,742.88 Other $25.00 Total $22,903.63 10% Tithe $2,290.36 Income for May 4, 2014 $19,487.08
Calling All Men! Please join us for our next Men’s Gathering on Thursday, May 21
st, beginning with a
Communion Service in the Rosemont Chapel at 6:30am. This will be followed by fellowship and a guest speaker in the Auditorium. We’re honored to be welcoming Dr. Patrick Maggitti, Dean of the Villanova School of Business and recently named Provost of the University, who will be sharing his story with us. As always, stay for what you can and feel free to invite a friend from the parish – or otherwise!
STV PARISH REMINDERS:
Beginning this Sunday, May 10th, there will only be a 7:00pm Mass in the Villanova Church on Sunday evenings. The 5:30pm and 9:00pm Masses will resume on Sunday, August 30th. Since Villanova University Graduation has been moved from a Sunday to Friday (May 15
th), we
will be able to maintain our regular Mass schedule and locations next weekend, May 17-18. This means that Masses will be held in the Rosemont Chapel and the Villanova Church, as usual.
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UPDATE ON THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES
AND TWO WAYS TO VOLUNTEER
September 21-17 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania The world Meeting of Families will take place on September 21-27 and will be highlighted by a visit from Pope Francis. More than two million people are expected to descend upon the region to take part in the weeks’ activities, particularly the Papal Mass scheduled for Sunday, September 27th. Interest in the World Meeting of Families is extremely high with many expressing a desire to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Volunteer through Villanova University There will be a limited number of volunteer spots available for members of the Villanova community (age 18+) to serve during the Festival of Families planned for Saturday, September 26, on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. Villanova volunteers will be able to serve together as a group but specific volunteer roles and time committed have not yet been determined. Those interested in this service opportunity should fill out the Villanova Volunteer Registration Form. Please note that there will be an additional, required volunteer registration process administered by the World Meeting of Families that includes a background check. This group of Villanova volunteers will be a small part of the approximately 10,000 that will be engaged to support the World Meeting of Families. It is expected that spots will fill quickly and demand will exceed available opportunities. Additional volunteer outreach may occur through other communities, such as parishes, companies and schools. To serve with fellow Villanovans, both steps of the registration process must be completed. Registration is a must. Go to http://www.1.villanova.edu/villanova/president/worldmeetingoffamilies.html go to Villanova’s website: www.villanova.edu, click “ABOUT” and scroll to Leadership and Offices, click Office Volunteer through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Volunteer through the Archdiocese Volunteer through the Archdiocese just opened the World Meeting of Families Volunteer Registration Portal. Go to www.worldmeeting2015.org, click on Volunteer and enter your information and you will be directed to Verified Volunteers for a background check. After your background check is completed, usually within 48 hours, you will receive an email inviting you BACK to sign up for the events. You will have the opportunity to donate the cost of your background check to The World Meeting of Families. Our Volunteer Support Team is ready to provide help at [email protected]. Thank you for dedicating your valuable time and talents during the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia!
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION
All Families must complete the Stewardship Covenant Form to register their children for the Religious Education Program for 2015-2016. Please visit our website, www.stthomasofvillanova.org and download this form. If you have a new student planning on attending our REP, please download the New Student Registration Form as well. Finally, if any of your children will be receiving a sacrament next year, please download the Sacrament Registration Form. All forms should be sent to the Religious Education Office by June 15, 2015. Any questions or concerns, please contact Tara Penza at 610-525-4801, x 204, or email her at [email protected].
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WELCOME VISITORS Thank you for worshiping with us today. If you are visiting our beautiful church or chapel, please know you are most welcome! If you have questions or are interested in joining our parish community, please call the parish office at 610-525-4801.
The parable of the Sower Mark 4:8
“But some seeds fell in good soil, and the plants sprouted,
grew and bore grain.”
The STV Family Life Committee Invites you to
Parent Talk Wednesday, May 20th at 7:00pm
Rosemont Auditorium
Growing Givers: How Cultivating a Culture of Community Service Can Help Our Kids Succeed Dr. Miltenberger’s talk will connect the dots between current social science research, leadership and the practice of community service for our children and families. Lauren Miltenberger, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Public Administration at Villanova University. Dr. Miltenberger teaches courses in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public & Nonprofit Human Resources, and Policy Analysis. She is currently working on a research project investigating innovative collaborations and partnerships between the nonprofit sector and the government. Dr. Miltenberger earned her Ph.D. in Urban Affairs and Public Policy from the University of Delaware. Prior to joining the faculty at Villanova University, Dr. Miltenberger held executive leadership positions in the nonprofit sector. Lauren has been a parishioner of St. Thomas of Villanova since 2002 and lives in Rosemont with her husband, Scott, and her two children, Ali and Kyle.
Please join us for our Revelation Bible Study on
Tuesday Mornings — 10:00am Tuesday Evenings — 7:00pm
The Bible Studies are held in the Rosemont Parish Center. Please join us. Materials are free. If you
have any questions, please contact Ginny Neumer at 610-622-2033 or by email at [email protected].
St. Thomas of Villanova Parish
Preschool NOW ENROLLING!
St. Thomas of Villanova Preschool is now accepting applications for the
2015 - 2016 school year.
You can access more Information by either going to our website or
calling our school at 610.525.7554
Feel free to make an appointment to visit with our Director:
Ms. Mary Kurek
Visit us on the web at Www.stvpreschool.org
You are invited to a Parish Brown Bag Lunch
Wednesday, June 3rd 12:45pm
Rosemont Auditorium
“The Sights of Seville, Spain”
Join us to hear and see a
Visual Lecture by
Parishioner: Paul Tierney
Bring your lunch! Drinks and desserts provided!
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READINGS FOR THE WEEK: Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Jn 15:26—16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16-22-34; Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22—18:1; Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7; Mk 16:15-20 Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Jn 16:20-23 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Jn 16:23b-28 Sunday: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26; 1 Jn 4:11-16; Jn 17:11b-19
RING FOUND
During the Easter Week Tridiuum, a ring was found in the Villanova Church. If you misplaced your ring and think this may be your lost possession, please call the Parish Center at 610-525-4801.
ANNUAL BREAD FOR THE WORLD CAMPAIGN 2015
SPONSORED BY THE PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Bread for the World is a collective Christian voice urging our nation’s decision makers to end hunger at home and abroad. Moved by God’s grace in Jesus Christ, we reach out to our neighbors, whether they live in the next house, the next state, or on the next continent. This week we will focus on two programs that serve low income children locally both in Philadelphia and the suburbs: The National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. Both programs are facilitated by the Nutritional Development Services (NDS) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. School Lunch Program NDS partners with 101 parochial, charter and small Christian schools throughout the southeastern region of Pennsylvania. On an average day 15,900 lunches are served. The School Lunch provides a student with 1/3 of their daily requirement for calories and key growth nutrients. In School Year 2012-13, the nutrient standards for the School lunch program were changed. As a result, there has been an increase in the number of whole grains served, and an increase in the quantity and variety of fresh fruit and vegetables served. NDS uses the “Reach for the Stars” theme to encourage students to select and eat their daily servings of fresh fruit and vegetables. Based on family income, school lunch is available at a reduced price of $.40 or at no cost. For the 2014-15 school year, a full price lunch is $2.20 for K-8th grade and $2.30 for 9-12 grade per day. All meals are pre-ordered several weeks in advance. Monthly menus and order envelopes are sent home for families to complete and return to school. NDS assists participating schools by fully equipping them with a convection oven, refrigerator and freezer. NDS also maintains the equipment. NDS provides compensation to participating schools to cover the cost of running the program. School Breakfast Program NDS makes the School Breakfast program available to 64 schools, serving approximately 6,555 children each day. School Breakfast provides a student with 1/4 of their daily calories and key growth nutrients. A typical breakfast consists of a whole grain entrée such as an apple-cinnamon muffin, mini maple pancakes, or an egg & cheese bagel, a half-pint of low-fat or fat-free milk, and two servings of fruit, such as fresh fruit, applesauce, raisins, or 100% fruit juice. The School Breakfast program can be served…. * in the cafeteria * as a Grab ’N Go program, and then eaten in the classroom * served in the classroom during the homeroom period. Our students are arriving bright and early to satisfy their hunger! They are hungry for a great education and a well balanced breakfast and at St. Francis de Sales we are making sure they get both thanks to the NDS’ wonderful program. Sister Mary McNulty, IHM Principal Congress must review and renew child nutrition programs every five years and they are up for reauthorization in 2015. The Peace and Justice Committee will be hosting letter writing tables at the back of our churches the weekend of May 30 and 31, 2015. We ask that you sign letters to both Pennsylvania Senators to continue to fund child nutrition programs.
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PARISH VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE
ARCHDIOCESAN MANNA FOOD DRIVE
Can you help with the Annual Archdiocesan MANNA Canned Food Collection the last two weekends in May? The Manna Canned Food Collection affords our faith community an opportunity to express our concern for needy people living within the geographic area of our own Archdiocese. Many struggling families and individuals turn to our emergency food cupboards for support during times of crisis. While all ages are represented in the faces of hunger, sadly the burden of poverty rests most heartily on our children. While children make up roughly 24% of our total population, they comprise one-third of the nation’s poor. During the 2000s, the number of poor people living in the suburbs grew by 64% — more than twice the growth rate in cities (29 percent). Hunger and Education Hungry Children are: 60% more likely to miss school 50% more likely to repeat a grade Twice as likely to be suspended from school Twice as likely to require special education. This information is from the Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger. Help is needed distributing Manna bags the weekend of May 22/23 (at whatever Mass you plan to attend) and help is needed taking the bags to the Auditorium after the Mass you attend the weekend of May 30/31. We will deliver on June 1st. If you can help deliver the food to our sister parish of St. Cyprian’s in West Philadelphia, we can use your help! Contact Anne Murphy at the Parish Center at the 610-525-4801 or [email protected].
MANNA BAGS will be distributed at all of our Masses on the weekend of May 23 & 24. Kindly return your filled MANNA Bag (or your own grocery bags) to the Parish Center during the week of May 25-29 from 9:00am to 4:30pm or to the Rosemont Chapel the weekend of May 30-31, 2015 Canned food items in greatest need are: beef stew, tuna fish, pasta, soups, and low sugar cereals, coffee, tea or low sugar canned fruits. Your gift of food will be delivered to our sister parish, St. Cyprian’s Food Bank in West Philadelphia. Thank you.
SHARE THE
HARVEST
Our parish will be helping to feed people in need this summer by providing fresh produce to the food pantry at ElderNet in Bryn Mawr. Whether you love to garden, or just have a sunny spot in your yard, please consider growing a couple extra plants this spring to contribute to this worthy cause — (or you could purchase a few extra fruits or vegetables when you grocery shop). What better way to set a Christian example for your children or grandchildren than by sharing food with those less fortunate. Donations can be dropped off in the lobby of the parish center, Monday thru Wednesday, or in the back of the Rosemont Chapel after the 5:00pm Mass on Saturdays. Share the Harvest Ministry will begin collecting your home grown or purchased vegetables and fruit in mid-June and go until mid-September. If you have any questions or can help with delivery this summer, contact Parish Coordinator, Barb Gollin at 610-688-4168 or [email protected].
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Calling All St. Thomas of Villanova
Empty Nesters, Widows and Widowers, Singles and Couples and friends of yours!!
Please join us for “Dine-Out”
Tuesday, May 19th at 6:00PM
at Pietro’s Coal Oven Pizzeria 236 N. Radnor Chester Road
Radnor, PA 19087
Three entrees will be offered, and dinner includes a Mista Salad, Fried Calamari,
and Gelato for Dessert. The cost is $35.00 per person which includes
the gratuity. There is also a cash bar. RSVP a MUST by May 15th,
contact Kathy at [email protected] or call 610-525-4801.
Hosted by the STV Day Trippers!
St. Katharine of Siena Hosting 2nd Annual Community
Yard Sale
Tired of stumbling through the clutter? Unable to close the doors to those overstuffed closets? Looking for an incentive to offer your children to clean out their rooms? We have an important event for you! SKS will be holding their 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 16th from 8:00am to 1:00pm. Parking spaces to sell your wares are $50, and are available on first-come, first-served basis. Proceeds from your sales are yours, but please consider donating baked goods for sale, and help us get the word out! For more information and vendor registration forms, email [email protected].
CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
is YOUR way
to help the world.
Catholics Confront Global Poverty This past Lent, our parish community fought global poverty through CRS Rice Bowl. We deepened our Catholic faith by exploring the richness of Catholic Social teaching. And now we have the opportunity to continue our engagement with Catholic Relief Services through Catholics Confront Global Poverty, an initiative of prayer, education and advocacy that aims to encourage our country’s leaders to act on behalf of the world’s poor and vulnerable. Interested in learning more? Visit confrontglobalpoverty.org and sign the Hunger Pledge. Thank you for your generous support for the CRS Rice Bowl Collection.
TRIDUUM IN HONOR OF ST. RITA OF CASCIA, AUGUSTINIAN SAINT OF THE IMPOSSIBLE:
MAY 20-21-22
SCHEDULE Wednesday. May 20 at 7:00pm
Evening Prayer, Triduum Prayers and Talk on the life of St. Rita ("How heavy are the burdens you carry?") by Fr. Tony Burrascano OSA
Thursday. May 21 at 7:00pm Evening Prayer, Triduum Prayers and Talk on the life of St. Rita ("How do we carry our burdens?) by Fr. Tony Burrascano OSA
Friday. May 22 at 7:00pm Mass, Triduum Prayers, Talk on the life of St. Rita ("Do we truly abide in God and God in us?") by Fr. Tony Burrascano OSA and Blessing of the Roses of St. Rita, followed by refreshments outside church Our Mother of Good Counsel Church, Bryn Mawr, PA
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CATHOLIC
CHARITIES APPEAL
Giving Hope 2015
Dear Friends, Hope, like Faith, is a gift from God. The poor, the sick, the homeless, the vulnerable can’t give themselves hope. But, as a disciple of Jesus Christ, you can. The 2015 Catholic Charities Appeal is a wonderful opportunity to share your blessings with the least fortunate among us. St. Paul, the co-patron of our Archdiocesan Basilica, tells us that the three most precious virtues are Faith, Hope and Love. They’re deeply interconnected. We live our Faith when we show Love to those most in need. And in showing that Love, we bring them Hope. Your past generosity gives me great confidence that Christ will once again bestow his grace on our community of Faith. And that your donation to the 2015 Catholic Charities Appeal, motivated by love, may continue to GIVE HOPE. Gratefully yours in Christ, Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Archbishop of Philadelphia
ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE/CUSTODIAL POSITION — Two full-time (35 hours per week) maintenance/custodial positions are available at Archbishop Carroll High School, 211 Matson Ford Road, Radnor, Pa 19087. The position includes a full benefits package. If you are interested, please fax a resume to Mr. Joseph Denelsbeck at 610-688-8326 or mail your resume to the above address.
PART-TIME MAINTENANCE/CUSTODIAL POSITION One part-time (19 hours per week) maintenance/custodial position available at Archbishop Carroll High School, 211 Matson Ford Rd., Radnor, Pa 19087. If interested please fax a resume to Mr. Joseph Denelsbeck at 610-688-8326 or mail your resume to the above address.
NEW LEAF CLUB 1225 Montrose Avenue, Rosemont, PA 19010
SPEAKER SERIES
DR. LOU BEVILACQUA PRESENTS When you Can’t Snap Out of it:
Finding your Way Through Depression MONDAY, May 11, 2015 - 7:00-9:00pm
About the Speaker: Dr. Lou Bevilacqua, a Clinical Psychologist, licensed in Pennsylvania, identifies the most common symptoms of depression and describes clear and practical guidelines for recovery. Join us for a night of learning. Dr. Lou will describe how you can manage or overcome depression as well as any stressor with which you are struggling. Free and Open to the Public! Donations welcomed. Any questions, call 610-525-1711. Our website is: newleafclub.org.
MAINTENANCE POSITION AVAILABLE: St. Margaret Parish in Narberth has an opening for a Part Time maintenance person, working 19.5 hours per week. Duties include cleaning the Church, maintaining the property and minor repairs in the Church and Rectory. Please contact the rectory office 610-664-3770 and speak to either Msgr. Dougherty (ext. 12) or Jane Bortner (ext. 17) for more information about the position or to schedule an interview.
Notre Dame de Namur News:
The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur in Villanova, will offer a high school practice exam for interested seventh graders on Saturday, May 30, at 8:30am. Tours of the school will follow. To register or for more information, please contact the Admissions Office at 610-971-0498 or [email protected].
Give God the chance to speak to your heart…. Do you wonder what it might be like to be a religious sister, brother or priest? Are you hoping to invite God into choices for your future? Join with other young women and men, ages 18-40, who are exploring these questions.
Come and “Sea” Weekend — May 29-31, 2015 7:00pm arrival on Friday until after lunch on Sunday
St. Mary by-the-Sea Retreat House Cape May Point, NJ
Offering for the weekend: $60.00. Register by May 15th. Contact [email protected]
