Saints Simon and Jude

The Epiphany of the Lord ~ January 3, 2021 A New Year ~ A New Beginning

The Epiphany of Our Lord 2 January 3, 2021 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 a.m., & 6:00 pm Weekday: 6:45 and 9:00 a.m. Divine Mercy prayed after 9:00 a.m. Mass Sat. Morning: 9:00 a.m. Holy Days: 7:00 Vigil, 6:45 & 9:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

RECONCILIATION Saturdays: 8:00-9:00 a.m. & 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Visit our Chapel day or evening to spend time with Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Exposition 7:30 am to 9:00 pm. . For more information call the Rectory 610-696-3624, email@simonandjude.org. or visit www.simonandjude.org/adoration.

ROSARY Weekdays: after 6:45 a.m. and before 9:00 a.m. Mass (Wednesdays-Liturgy of the Hours is prayed instead of Rosary).

REGISTRATION FOR NEW FAMILIES We want YOU to be a part of our Parish Family! There is a place for you here at SSJ. Whether you are a returning Catholic, a newcomer to the area or someone with an emerging interest in the Catholic faith, we want to welcome you to our home. Simply stop in our Rectory Office to fill out a Registration Form. Please let us know if you have changed your status, married, moved out of your parents home or graduated from college. We would appreciate a call to the Parish Office so that our records update our records. Thank you.

BAPTISMS Baptisms will be celebrated every Sunday. Parents are asked to register their child for Baptism by calling the Parish Office. If this is your first child, it is required that you attend a Pre-Jordan Seminar. These are held on the fourth Sunday of the month (except December and July) at 10:00 a.m. in the Saints Simon and Jude Room in the Meehan Center.

WEDDINGS We need at least six months to assist engaged couples to prepare for marriage. Please call the Parish Office for an appointment with a priest.

AGED, SHUT-IN & HOSPITALIZED Notify the Parish Office when a neighbor, friend or relative is aged, sick or hospitalized. The sacraments of Penance, Eucharist or Anointing are our joy and privilege to administer.

PARISH CLERGY & RELIGIOUS STAFF Rev. Michael J. Gerlach, Pastor Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Dunleavy, Parochial Vicar Rev. Philip Lowe, Resident Rev. Francis B. Danielski, O.Praem. Sister Helene Thomas Connolly, IHM, Superior Sister Mary Agnes Ryan, IHM, RCIA Director Deacon James Owens, Deacon Joseph Ruggiero, Deacon Jerry Cassidy

SCHOOL OFFICE: Sister Regina Elinich, IHM, Principal Jennifer Appaneal, Advancement Director Maureen Conlon, School Secretary Address: 6 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA 19382 Phone: 610-696-5249 Fax: 610-696-4682

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE: Sister Barbara Jude Gentry IHM, DRE Mary Conway, Secretary Address: 6 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA 19382 Phone: 610-692-3118

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OFFICERS Co-Presidents…………………….....Kristen Cline & Katy Coley Treasurer………………………….....Karen Cleary Recording Secretary…………….….Jen Burpoe Corresponding Secretary…………..Megan DelFra

PARISH OFFICE Ronald B. Avellino, Business Manager Marty Harris, Parish Services Director Jill Kirk, Receptionist Mary-Kay Lack, Financial Secretary Bernadette Moncrief, Candice (Candy) Savarese, Secretaries Address: 8 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA 19382 Phone: 610-696-3624 Fax: 610-696-3971 e-mail: rectory@simonandjude.org Web Site: www.simonandjude.org MUSIC MINISTRY Ellie Berry, Contemporary Music Coordinator Florence Crews, — Schedule Coordinator Valerie Ludovico, Principal Organist

FINANCE COUNCIL: Fr. Gerlach, Sr. Regina Elinich, Michael Bray, Kathy Breslin, Suzanne Burke, Ralph Celidonio, Gene Cleary, Annette Glaudel, Ray Mazza

SCHOOL BOARD: Fr. Gerlach, Sr. Regina Elinich, Bill DelVescovo, Jen Doran, Dr. Roe Fulmer, John Furgele, Kate Gaudiosi, Emily Zuber-Grubb, Bob Hallinan, Caroline McAneney, Mike Miley, Dr. Mary Sinnott, Chair, Paul Smyth, Laura M. Techtmann, Sr. Eileen Tiernan, Kim Delaney Tobin, Michael Tulli

PASTORAL COUNCIL: Fr. Gerlach, Sr. Regina Elinich, Henry Blair, Robert Corcoran, Michael Dacko, Sr. Barbara Jude Gentry, Jeannie Gordon, Gordon Jefferes, Sue Surricchio, Harriett Gaudiosi

RCIA OFFICE ~ RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS Sister Mary Agnes Ryan, IHM, Director Address: The Meehan Center, IHM Room Phone: 610.696.3624 ext. 338

Bethesda Project ~ Casseroles and Non – Perishable Items Casseroles are collected the third Sunday of the month, from 8:15 to 11:00 am. Please drop off your FROZEN casseroles and non-perishable items to the kitchen in Monihan Hall. If you would like to make a casserole for the homeless, stop by the Rectory and pick up a recipe and a container. Thank you!

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The Epiphany

We often mark a person’s life by their most notable event or contribution to society. Only after do we pursue their personal history. The Three Wise Men coming from East are significant for their primary role: God has extended Eternal Salvation to the Gentiles, to all people! However, we know very little about their birth, education and life experiences. We surmise from their stature a number of insights. But at the heart of this experience we know that from a very young age they were searching, fully engaged. If you will, they are, in essence, Advent Preparation at its very best. They were willing, they were watchful and they were waiting. Each day as we go about our joyful duties in the Lord, we too are called to be willing to say yes, willing to act according to God’s plan; we too are called to be watchful, we pay attention to the signs of the times, responding with Gospel values, The Gospel of Life. Surely, we wait for the fullness of the glory of the Lord to arise in confident family life, challenge in the work force and that incredible joy of senior years when the final frames of the picture are coming together. We awaken to what is perceived by some as a childhood story to the brilliant plan of the Trinity: “We saw your star rising, the star of Bethlehem, and we have come to give you homage.” We wholly aspire to give Our Lord homage and offer him our gifts in songs of praise, silent devotion and that interior conversation with our dear Lord that truly satisfies. Finally, we publically proclaim in our Sunday worship to all the world: Jesus Christ is Lord!

May the Lord Bless You and Keep You. Amen. Father Mike Gerlach

Prayers, Thoughts and Best Wishes from our favorites at Saints Simon and Jude.

Let us begin 2021 with… “May the gift of prayer be a gentle part of our daily routine. May our young people know beyond any doubt of God’s love and complete acceptance of your life, now, at this moment. May we be sensitive to those in need. May the spirit of Jesus lead us out of darkness into His marvelous light. Thank you Lord for being with us in isolation and leading us slowly into renewed life.” Fr. Mike Gerlach “As we celebrate Jesus, the Light of the World, we are invited to leave behind the darkness, chaos, fear, loss of the past “unprecedented” year. While the New Year may appear to have the same trials as the past year, we are challenged to allow the true Light of the World to dispel the darkness in our minds, to confront the chaos in our perceptions, to alleviate the fear in our hearts, and to comfort the loss in our souls! In 2021, may we join in praying. May Christ the Light of the World, dispel the darkness, chaos, fear and loss in our lives and in our world. May He enlighten our minds, hearts and souls with His Truth and Love.” Amen! Fr. Philip Lowe “As we come to the beginning of a New Year, I am reminded of the words of St. Athanasius in describing this wonderful season of Christmas and what it means for our Faith Tradition. St. Athanasius refers to this Solemnity of the Nativity in which we celebrate the Word made Flesh as the “Admirable Commercium” the ‘Wondrous Exchange” where divinity and humanity became one in the person of the Christ Child, thus enabling all of us to become sisters and brothers with Him and children of the Father. I just pray that 2021 makes us ever more aware of this and how this impacts our lives of faith, hope, and charity. May we grow together as we struggle, with God’s help, to beat back the throes of our current plague, Covid 19. May we come together as the ecclesial family we profess each time we recite the Creed to carry the “good news” to all persons in the Spirit of Peace, Justice, and most of all LOVE, because Love changes everything. My best wishes to all for a graced, safe, and healthy 2021,” Fr. Francis Danielski

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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Schedule for January 2021

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will resume after the

Monday, January 4, 2021 6:45 am Mass The chapel will remain open during the day for those who wish to make a visit.

More Christmas Season Events 2020 ~ 2021 Today Sunday, January 3 ~ THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Monday, January 4 ~ Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Tuesday, January 5 ~ Saint John Neumann Sunday, January 10 ~ THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD Close of the Christmas season

A Wonderful Way to Start 2021!!! Saints Simon and Jude will Celebrate

First Penance Saturday, January 23, 2021 We will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time with the boys and girls on Saturday, January 23rd. Times are 10:00 and 12:00 noon. We appreciate the time and efforts made in helping these boys and girls receive the Lord's mercy. Please keep all our children in your prayers. Have a Blessed New Year!

AA Christ as Thank You

Greetings in Our Lord! Monsig or Dunleavy, Father Lowe, Father Lee, Father Francis and I ex ress

our g atit de to each of you. Thank you for your prayerf l intercession and your many ex ressions of

kindness at Christ as.

Parish minist is a blessing beyond words. At the ver center of our abundance is the crossroads of

Jesus’ bir hday and your good will! His bir h is our ver breath. Jesus is so beautif l, so willing. God’s children are so cheerf l, so light. As Christ’s disciples, you are so joyf l, so st ong! In ever dimension, you have ex ended yourselves in charit . Not a single act of kindness is ever

missed or forgo en by our Good Lord. Thank you time and again. Please know you are remembered daily in our prayers, especially at Mass.

In Jesus, Mar and Joseph

Fr. Michael Gerlach

Thank you, Thank you all, Thank you to those of you who were able to come and help decorate the Church with us. We apologize for the miscommunication in the bulletin and email, but are grateful for those who did come. So, a HUGE thank you to Mike and Tim McGinty, Jim and Lynda, Kathy, Rich, Bobbie, and Bob. We couldn't have done it without your help. Happy New year!

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Saints Simon and Jude School Happenings!! This week Saints Simon and Jude’s preschool through grade 8 students will be virtual Monday through Friday. This was a precautionary measure following the holidays. All grades will follow the eLearning plan that was developed over the summer by a task force of faculty and staff members. In-person and virtual learning will resume on Monday, January 11. At SSJ, we are also looking ahead to the fall of 2021. Registration is open for current families and will open for new families on Tuesday, January 12. As of now, we are assuming that Covid-19 restrictions will be in place for the fall and class sizes may be limited. For more information on the school and availability, email Jenn Appaneal at advancement@simonandjude.org. Also, remember that financial aid is available for all K to 8 families who qualify. Thanks to our generous donors, over $207,000 was awarded this school year. For general information about the school, visit our website at school.simonandjude.org.

Blessings, Sister Regina Elinich, IHM

SSJ Herald Angels

Parents following Covid-19 protocols were delighted to attend... SSJ PreK 3/4 students presented their Nativity Play in Church before the Christmas break.

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Saints Simon and Jude Annual Baby Formula is ready for donations!

This weekend begins the newborn baby formula donations. Please leave your donations in the

baskets placed in the Narthex. The newborn babies are not able to say “thank you” but

please know their mothers and fathers

are very grateful.

Hope Ministry We have helped many people with rent, utilities, food and other vital living expenses. Your continued gifts will be used to help those in difficult financial situations, especially in this extraordinary time we are living in. We are most grateful for your wonderful generosity to those less fortunate in our community. Are you struggling financially? If you need assistance, please contact the Rectory Office and ask about our HOPE Ministry, Helping Other People in Emergency 610-696-3624.

If you think the ideas for 2020’s VACATION BIBLE CAMP were good...wait till you see the ton of fun for ‘21!!!

Rocky Road had to take a different Lane, yes COVID is to blame, But it is now very clear RRVBC will be even more

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Monday, June 21 to Friday, June 25, 2021!! Keep checking right here for more info on

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Family Catechesis NEW Date is Sunday, January 17, 2021!!

PREP HYBRID or DISTANCE LEARNING Mass is Sunday at 9:30 am. Parents and students may attend in person or view virtually. Parents and students who chose Option B – Hybrid will report to The Meehan Center immediately following the 9:30 am Mass. The brief session will be Respect for All Life with a Marian focus. Each family will remain as one cohort inside The Meehan Center.

Family Catechesis Day

Pre Schoolers: Classes will resume on Sunday, January 3rd. We look forward to seeing the boys and girls and hearing their stories of Christmas holidays. Elementary Levels: Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 5th and Wednesday, January 6th. Parents are invited to join their children for our Christmas SEASON MASSES which take place during the regular class time. Arrival and Dismissal will be conducted in the usual manner. We thank all the PREP FAMILIES who foster the season of Christmas in their homes. 7th and 8th grade Youth Group: We are having a celebration for the feast of Epiphany. The three wise men will be remembered and gifts will be shared. Start time is 7:00 pm. The protocols for COVID WILL BE STRICTLY FOLLOWED. Happy New Year Blessings, Sr. Barbara Jude Gentry, DRE Director

Parish Religious Education Program

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Thank you all for continuing to support Saints Simon and Jude Parish In this difficult time of “no contact” we have been blessed to have so many parishioners finding ways of continuing to support our Parish. One of the many ways of keeping everyone safe and continuing to support our Parish is using our electronic giving. This allows you to make donations either on an automatic scheduled basis, weekly or monthly, or one-time, without personal contact. You may make your donations either directly from your bank account or using a credit or debit card. Please visit our online giving page. From our Parish website home page go to “Ways to Give, then click Church E-give here”. Let us know if you have any questions on setting up your electronic giving by calling the Rectory office at 610-696-3624. Stay well, be blessed and as always, thank you for your support!

PHILADELPHIA’S FIRST MARCH FOR LIFE 2021! Please Join Archbishop Perez for the Philly March for Life January 23

9:00 AM - Mass at the Cathedral near 18th and Market Streets 10:30 AM - March to Philadelphia Women's Center Abortion Chamber 11:30 AM - Rally at Independence Park Due to the pandemic, emphasis is on the local Philadelphia Area for the March for Life. Please join Archbishop Perez in celebrating the sanctity of Life and making our voices heard. The program begins with 9:00 AM Mass at St. Peter's Cathedral Basilica with Archbishop Perez officiating, (parking available in the Basilica parking lot) a march to the Philadelphia Women's Center Abortion Chamber will begin at 10:30 AM from the Basilica to 8th and Arch Streets (777 Appletree) parking lot available for $24. At 11:30 AM a rally will take place at Independence Park, near 5th and Market Streets with music and special celebrity speakers. You can attend all or your choice of events. Car loads of families, sports teams and youth groups are encouraged to participate with banners and song. Make this a day Philadelphia will never forget!

For Questions please contact Saints Simon and Jude Pro-Life Ministry Dave Owsik ~ 610-416-3676 or email davidowsik@verizon.net

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU… Thank you to everyone who has supported our School’s Annual Fund! We are off to a great start! There have

been over $50,000 in gifts and pledges toward our $150,000 goal. If you wish to make a gift to support the many needs for our school children, all levels are greatly appreciated. There are brochures and envelopes in the church narthex or you can give online at school.simonandjude.org/annual-fund. More details on our funding priorities can be found in the campaign brochure and website. Thank you for supporting our school and the mission of Catholic Education!

RCIA: Christmas Season’s invitations! The days following Christmas and into the new calendar year, including the Epiphany of the Lord: January 3rd and the Baptism of the Lord: January10th invites us to pray with those events and saints presented before us.

How does your family give example to the vibrant Catholic Faith?

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: January 4th a mother of five; the founder of a Religious community; an educator and instrumental in helping the education of children.

How do you give example and witness to your lived Faith?

St. John Neumann: January 5th an immigrant to the United States; a Redemptorist; a bishop of Philadelphia; promoter of the devotion of the 40 Hours, an impetus of each parish establishing a Catholic school to instill and pass on the Catholic Faith.

How do you promote the passing on of the Catholic Faith?

How are you following their examples and showing others ways to celebrate Christ in your and their lives? Questions, please contact Sr. Mary Agnes Ryan at smaryan@simonandjude.org.

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Saints Simon and Jude Parish Family and Guests...

If you are unable to attend in person, you can go to Mass Streamed Live 9:30 am every Sunday www.facebook.com/simonandjude/live/

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Mass Intentions for 2022 Mass Book will be accepted on Monday, January 11, 2021 Request forms and return envelopes are now available in the Narthex.

Announced Masses are $15.00 and unannounced Masses are $5.00. Please bring your completed request forms and self-addressed, stamped envelope to The Meehan Center on Monday, January 11, from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon. Social distancing protocols will be in place and masks

must be worn. Please follow instructions from the staff who will be assisting. After January 11, please bring intentions to the Rectory office. No forms will be accepted before January 11. Each form will be numbered in the order in which it was received. Once the requests have been scheduled, the information will be mailed to in the provided self-addressed, stamped envelope.

Magnificat Magazine Renewal Time for 2021 Subscribe to the Magnificat through Saints Simon and Jude! Your copy will be in the Library of the Church every month. To receive a one year subscription of the Magnificat at a low rate of $36.00 through Saints Simon and Jude simply fill out the form below and drop it off at the Rectory or send an email to: email@simonandjude.org. Payment by check to Saints Simon and Jude or cash is required prior to processing your order. All orders must be in by February 9th, 2021. ___ I would like a subscription to the Magnificat from April 2021 to March 2022- that will be picked up in the Church Library. First Name: __________________________________ Last Name:________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________Phone________________________ Email ___________________________________________________________ Payment Enclosed _____________

Bereavement Support

The next scheduled meeting is Monday evening January 25, 2021 7:00 p.m. in the

Welcome Center.

Delaware Valley Children’s Charity Angel Tree Thank You

Many thanks to Father Gerlach, Sister Regina, faculty, staff, and parishioners of SSJ for your generosity and support. This year has been a challenge on so many levels, but you have overwhelmingly provided for those who are struggling. 567 children will find gifts under the tree because you care. Your generosity brings hope to those less fortunate. Thank you from the bottom of my heart,

Cindy Moribondo

Join us in Praying the Rosary… We invite all to join us as we pray the rosary

Lead by Saints Simon and Jude Youth Ministry Sunday, January 17, 2021

Following the 6:00 pm evening Mass. In person and lived streamed on our parish website.

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MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, January 2 9:00 am Anna Rabatin 4:00 pm Frank McCarry Sunday, January 3 7:30 am Living and Deceased of the Parish 9:30 am Anthony Cantarella 11:30 am Ernest & Rosalyn DeMarchis 11:30 am Charles A. Squilla 6:00 pm Lillian Donohue Monday, January 4 6:45 am Jeanette Meehan 9:00 am Patricia Ryan Tuesday, January 5 6:45 am Kitty McFarland 9:00 am Vincenzo Palumbo Wednesday, January 6 6:45 am Michael Torchiana 9:00 am Julia Yanak Thursday, January 7 6:45 am Maria Luisa Cuellar 9:00 am Harry White Lock Friday, January 8 6:45 am Connie Frazier 9:00 am Al Tegler Saturday, January 9 9:00 am Gerald Santoleri 4:00 pm Rosemary Watters Sunday, January 10 7:30 am Living & Deceased Members of Parish 9:30 am Helen & Stan Nadolny 11:30 am Bob Gallagher 6:00 pm Joseph Fresci

WEEKLY EVENTS Sunday, January 3 ~ The Epiphany of Our Lord 7:00 pm AA - Cafeteria 7:00 pm 7th & 8th Grade Youth Group ~ MC Monday, January 4 9:30 am Prayer Group ~ Welcome Center Tuesday, January 5 6:00 pm PREP in Church, Chapel, Meehan Center 6:15 pm PREP Mass Wednesday, January 6 9:45 am Companions in Prayer - Welcome Center 12:30 pm Divine Will Prayer Group - SSimon Room 1:00 pm Women’s Bible Study - Welcome Center 6:00 pm PREP in Church, Chapel, Meehan Center 6:15 pm PREP Mass Thursday, January 7 11:00 am Respect Life - Meehan Center 6:15 pm Divine Will Prayer Group - Welcome Ctr. Friday, January 8 2:00 pm Depressed Anonymous WC–Welcome Ctr 7:30 pm NA ~ Cafeteria Saturday, January 9 7:15 am Men’s Bible Study– St. Joseph Room Sunday, January 10 ~ Baptism of Our Lord 8:45 am Pre School PREP in School 10:00 pm PREP Brunch - Meehan Center 7:00 pm AA ~ Cafeteria

Please pray for our sick and those who care for them. Baby Trevor Whelan, Baby Nathaniel Boldurian, Baby Lianna Byrne, Baby Carolyn, Baby Jaxson Creedon, Baby Brielle Marie Flynn, Baby Jacob Ryan Hill, Baby Katie, Baby Parker, Toddler Teresa Bond, Young Angeliki “Anna” Engle, Teen Matthew Clarence Alexander, Sara Alstrom, Mario Amicone, Dick Arthur, Chris Baker, Betty Beck, Jacqueline Beck, Kathleen Beck, Helen Bekaris, Robert Bellino, Antoinette Bennett, Doug Bernard, Betty Bicht, Erin Bottner, Joe Brumfield, Tony Buelow, Jim Bushong, Cindy Burns, Peggy Camero, Kaitlin Caspare, Liz Celedonio, Peter Chero, Eric Chipps, Peter Cicale, Jack Cosner, Peg Croissant, Jill Daly, Mimma Damascus, George Davis, Danielle DeFelippes, Genna Desmarais, Jim Dengler, Gianna Deveitro, Penny Dick, Toni Dickey, Sam Dickerson, Samantha DiTonno, Bill Dixon, Margaret Mary Domin, John Dougherty, Christine Doyle, Joseph Erwin, Steve Esmacher, Fr. Gus Esposito, Crystal Everly, Susanne Farnaese, Hedy Francisco, Patricia Farris, Ashley Ferkler, Andrew Gallagher, James Gallagher, Stephanie Gazada, Louis Gentry, Jr., Kevin Gidden, Stephen Glatsky, Mary Goodnetter, Catherine Gorman, Robert Gould, Joe Greco, Chris Hagan, Kip Hall, Ruth Harnett, Darrion Heffner, Gina High, Jacob Ryan Hill, Robert Hira, Roxanne and Baby Hotz, Mary Irvello, Edgar Jones, Tom Joyce, Henry Kapp, Vincent Karcher, Robert Keifer, James Kunik, Stephanie Lackner, Peg Lenahen, Bill Lynch, Nicole Magliano, Helen Marksymink, Peter Manuel, Regina Masciarelli, Marion Matthews, Helen McCaffrey, Kevin McCormack, Pam Daly McFall, Phyllis McGinnis, Delores McGovern, R. J. McGreagh, Judith McGrath, Rose Ann McHugh, Marjorie McHugh, Nancy Ann McLaughlin, Anne Medora, Michael, Thomas Miller, John Morroni, Heather Moore, Kara Moore, Fran Munizza, Diana Nardello, David O’Campo, Jim O’Donnell, Karen Okooriad, John Orobono, Shirley Owens, Robert Perzel, Dan Petrarca, Simon Phillips, Joseph Piorkowski, Gabe Piselli, Wendy Quarantillo, Sr. Michael Raymond IHM, Cinda Reese, Mark Reichmen, Pete Reichwein, Starr Rigby, Zela Robinson, Peter Roe, Sharon Rothwell, Christine Rutkowski, Abbie Sandrowitz, Adam Sangillo, Tom Sangillo, Wanda Saylor, Alison Sawyer, Paul Scalone, Fran Scanlon, Kimberly Scheb, Peter & Joanne Schlinder, Dana Klein Schmidt, Colleen Schmeiser, Dimietri Sfakianakis, Mark Sheppard, George Sinclar, Danny Simpson, Bridget Smith, Drew Smith, Tyler Steckel, Philomena Stendardo, MeMe Ventrella Thornton, Neil Thomas, Carla Tinari, Ernest Towne, Diane Tyler, Stephen VanNewkirk, Brian Verna, Jim Vilar, Brooks Welch, David Wilkins, Lisa Wilson, Steve Wilson, Linda Wunderlich, Ben Zikas.

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484-887-0159www.healingthroughlove.vip

094 SS. Simon and Jude, West Chester, PA (i) John Patrick Publishing Company, Inc. 1-800-333-3166 • www.jppc.net

POPMA PAINTINGInterior / Exterior “No Job Too Small”

Brian Popma, Parishioner

(610) 692-5928

HANSONHeating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

We Specialize in All Types of Heating & Air Conditioning InstallationIncluding Homes With No Duct Work

610-399-1990HIC# PA 045243

Mike HansonParishioner Parishioner

Piazza HondaSpringfield

Ray Mancini, General ManagerParishioners Discount for mention of ad.

NEW & USED • PARTS • BODY SHOP • SERVICE

610-789-9420780 Baltimore Pike • Springfi eld, PA 19064

www.PiazzaHondaSpringfi eld.com

Call 484-999-2051or email jobs@krapfbus.com to apply!

Pay Rates up to $21.80 per hour No Nights, Weekends or Holidays. Paid CDL Training!

EOE

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At Arbor Terrace Willistown, you will enjoy services and amenities that create an engaging lifestyle designed for health and happiness, and access to the retirement and assistance you have always wanted.

PERSONAL CARE | MEMORY CARE | Call 610-549-1304 for more information.

RIGHT THERE WITH YOU.

BASEMENT WATERPROOFINGFOUNDATION REPAIRMOLD REMEDIATION1-888-5DRY-TECH

www.DryTechCorp.com

Neighboring Parishioner

ShopRite ofWest Chester

New Pharmacy Dept. 696-7561

1115 West Chester PikeWest Chester, PA

DOUBLE COUPONSSee Store for Details

Access or EBT

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKMon.-Sat. 7am - 11pm

Sun. 7am-9pm696-4066

HOTEL WARNER&

Marquee Lounge120 N High Street, West Chester

Parishioner Owned

610-692-6920

Morgan Exteriors, LLCStucco Remediation Specialist

Roofi ngHardie Siding Specialist

484.568.4457Best Prices & Warranties in the Business

www.morganexteriorsllc.com

Mario’s Tree & Landscaping

610-505-7339MarioTreesService@Yahoo.com

www.MarioTreeAndLandscapes.com

State Inspection, Emission Testing & General Repairs

1640 West Chester PikeWest Chester, PA 19382

610-696-6563

In-Home Senior Care(610) 524-1954

www.interimhealthcare.com/extonpa

When it matters most, count on us.

Robin Palmieri, RN, Owner

ParishionersParishioners

Main Line®John && Karen HockenberryFull Time Agents for 28 years

Experience counts!Direct: 610-420-9113Offi ce: 610-692-2228

Email: thehousecouple@gmail.com • www.thehousecouple.comFree Home Evaluation

WESTTOWNFAMILY

DENTISTRYMichael F. Burger, D.D.S.Laura A. Cannon, D.D.S.

692-96977am - 5pm Weekdays

Westtown Prof. Center D-51515 West Chester Pike

(Rt. 3 & 352)

232 Eagleview Blvd.Exton, PA 19341

484-875-2600484-875-2600 Bus610-908-7320610-908-7320 Cellcolburndg@gmail.com

www.dianecolburn.foxroach.comwww.dianecolburn.foxroach.comA member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC

Diane G. Colburn, Diane G. Colburn, REALTORREALTOR® Parishioner

094 SS. Simon and Jude, West Chester, PA (b) Rt. E John Patrick Publishing Company • (800) 333-3166 • www.jppc.net

Carpentry & Home RemodelingDavid W. Magnotta

General Contracting Inc.Free Estimates

Licensed & Fully InsuredParishioner

(610) 344-0240www.davidwmagnottageneralcontracting.com

KLMKLMELECTRICELECTRIC

610-952-8621luis@klmelectricllc.com

Parishioner

We Sell & Install Generators

Joseph J. DellaVecchia III, FD/Supv.

610-696-1181www.DellaFH.com

Brick & Stone PointingBrick & Stone PointingChimney RepairsChimney RepairsCall Bob VerdesCall Bob Verdes

610-365-1685610-365-1685 FREEFREE

ESTIMATESESTIMATES

ROTHWELLDOCUMENT SOLUTIONS

Your HometownCopier Store

610-696-1290

PAINTINGSSJParishioner

PA Lic. # 062914

John NicholsonINTERIOR/EXTERIOR • POWER WASHINGINTERIOR/EXTERIOR • POWER WASHING

610-696-6509

HENRY C. NACE, AGENT610-696-5999

West Chester, PAwww.henrynace.com

1233 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382(484) 983-3704

picasrestaurantwc@yahoo.comLunch Menu • Happy Hour

Restaurant & Take Out$5 OFF $25 or $10 OFF $50 with Ad

NOW OPEN IN WEST CHESTEREst. 1941

DUSTY TATEDUSTY TATEFIREWOODFIREWOOD

610-459-2274610-459-2274

FIREWOODTREE SERVICELANDSCAPINGHARDSCAPINGSNOW PLOWING

PARISHIONER

GARAGE DOORSNew Doors & Openers

Repairs - All Major BrandsMICHAEL CARR 610-356-2902NEWTOWN SQ SINCE 1980

(610) 344-YORI (9674) 15 North Church Street • West Chester

Drs. Gustainis, Trentacosti Franck, Kazemi & Walkerstainis, , Trentacocosti FranckOral & MaxillofacialOral & MaxillofacialSurgery AssociatesSurgery Associatesof Chester Countyof Chester County

www.OralSurgeryChester County.comKennett Square 610.444.2818 • West Chester 610.431.2161

Specializing in dentalextractions, implants

& wisdom teeth removal

Heating Oil - PropaneFurnaces-BoilersAir Conditioners

Sales / Service / Installation“Our Roots are here,

others only have Branches”Call today for a price quote

610-692-3388

PA4240

DiOrio Ins and Fin Svcs IncStephen R DiOrio LUTCF, Agent

(Parishioner)72 Lancaster Ave., Suite 4

Malvern, PA 19355Bus: 484-319-4511

www.thedioriogroup.com

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105 A Westtown Rd, West Chester, PA 19382105 A Westtown Rd, West Chester, PA 19382610-344-0384610-344-0384

Marketplace at Westtown (610) 429-93391502 W. Chester Pk., West Chester, PA 19382

E AT I N - TA K E O U T - D E L I V E RYMENTION THIS AD WHEN YOU ORDER

& RECEIVE 10% OFF YOUR ORDER

James T. Donohue, Supervisor/Parishioner1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester 1-800-DONOHUE

www.donohuefuneralhome.com

WE SUPPORT CYOSaloon 151151 W Gay St.West Chester

610-701-8489

Marchwood TavernMarchwood Shopping Center

Exton610-363-7300

Bright Spot CafeEagle View Town Center

Exton610-458-7000

• Broker’s License - PA, DE, NJ• Broker - Appraiser• Degree in Business / Real Estate• 40 Years Experience• Call for a Free Home Evaluation

ParishionerParishioner

Karen Galese, GRI, ABR, CRB

MAIN LINE

Cell: 610-283-2248Offi ce: 610-692-2228

The Real Estate Leaders

Credentials, Educationand Experience Are VeryImportant When Selectinga Real EstateAgent toRepresent You.

“Comfort With Care” www.bvhvac.com • West Chester, PA

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING, INC.610-692-3900

PA031124

BRAND

YWINE VALLEY

Shannon O’Neill-BirdsallPresident

610-836-3131610-836-3131SERVICES PROVIDED:SERVICES PROVIDED:

INVESTMENT & RETIREMENT PLANNING • WEALTH MANAGEMENTINVESTMENT & RETIREMENT PLANNING • WEALTH MANAGEMENTPERSONAL & BUSINESS INSURANCE • INCOME TAX PLANNING & PREPARATIONPERSONAL & BUSINESS INSURANCE • INCOME TAX PLANNING & PREPARATION

1591 McDaniel Drive • West Chester, PA 19380www.ONeillFinancialGroup.com

Security and Advisory Services Off ered Through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. The O’Neill Financial Group related services off ered through O’Neill

& Company, Inc. O’Neill & Company, Inc., a separate legal entity, is not affi liated with LPL Financial. LPL Financial does not off er tax advice or tax related services.

THE O’NEILLTHE O’NEILLFINANCIAL GROUPFINANCIAL GROUP

THE O’NEILLTHE O’NEILLFINANCIAL GROUPFINANCIAL GROUP

Bernard A. O’Neill, CPARetired

BASEMENT WATERPROOFINGMOLD REMEDIATION • FOUNDATION REPAIR

215-427-1727www.RightwayWaterproofi ng.com

FREE INSPECTIONLicensed & Insured

Family Owned and Operated Since 1987

Church

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