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THE MOST HOLY BODY AND

BLOOD OF CHRIST

JUNE 2, 2013

Solemnity of The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Corpus Christi

"Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of man and drink His blood, you

have no life in you; he who eats My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life, and I will raise

him up at the last day." -- John 6:53, 54

“... I promised you, who have now been baptized,

a sermon in which I would explain the Sacrament of the Lord's Table,

which you now look upon and of which you last night were made participants.

You ought to know what you have received,

what you are going to receive,

and what you ought to receive daily.

That Bread which you see on the altar, having been sanctified by the word of God,

is the Body of Christ. That chalice, or rather, what is in that chalice,

having been sanctified by the word of God, is the Blood of Christ.

Through that bread and wine the Lord Christ willed to commend His Body and Blood,

which He poured out for us unto the forgiveness of sins.

If you receive worthily, you are what you have received.”

St. Augustine, Sermons, [227]

Thank you for your generosity for the weekend of May 25 and 26, 2013: Number of Envelopes 273 Envelope Amount $14,357.50 Loose Cash $1,221.85 Electronic Offerings $1,628.88 Other $375.00 Total $17,583.23 10% Tithe $1,758.32 Income for May 28, 2012 $16,074.51

Stewardship Thought for the Week “They all ate and were satisfied. And when the leftover fragments were picked up, they filled twelve wicker baskets.” Luke 9:17 The story of the Loaves and the Fishes shows us that when we share what we have - even if it doesn’t seem like that much - miracles can happen! Do not think that your gift is too small or insignificant! God blesses all the gifts we offer and makes them wondrous.

Congratulations to our new Deacon, Donald DiCarlo, Jr., who was ordained on Saturday, June 1st, by His Excellency Most

Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Philadelphia, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul.

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Schedule of Events for the week of: June 2, 2013 Recitation of the Rosary after the daily Liturgy.

Monday, June 3, 2013 Golden Living Ministry 10:30AM Art Class - PC1 11:00AM Food Addicts in Recovery - Café 7:00PM Pastoral Council Meeting - PC1 7:00PM Tuesday, June 4, 2013 Blood Pressure Screening after 12:05 Mass Staff Meeting 1:00PM Bible Study - PC2 7:00PM Wednesday, June 5, 2013 Exercise Class 10:00AM Honickman Ministry 10:15AM Walking With Purpose - Aud 7:00PM RCIA - PC2 7:00PM Baptism Class - PC1 7:00PM Thursday, June 6, 2013 Bible Study - PC2 10:30AM Brown Bag Lunch in Aud 12:45PM IHN Board Meeting - PC1 7:30PM Friday, June 7, 2013 First Friday Mass followed by Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament and Reconciliation 12:05PM Saturday, June 8, 2013 Mom’s Retreat with Fr. Joe Bread for the World Campaign Sunday, June 9, 2013 Rosemont Presbyterian Prayer Service 10:30AM Baptism-VNCH 10:30AM Baptism-VNCH 12:00PM

Mon., June 3rd St. Charles Lwanga & Companions 12:05AM-RMCH Michael Faragalli Tues., June 4th Weekday 12:05PM-RMCH Joseph Michaud - Smith Family Wed., June 5th Weekday 12:05PM-RMCH Carmita Goizueta - Felix Thurs., June 6th Weekday 12:05PM-RMCH Mr & Mrs William DiVirgilio - DiVirgilio Girls Fri., June 7th The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus 12:05PM-RMCH Irma Savini - Family Sat., June 8th The Immaculate Heart of Mary 9:00AM-RMCH Mary Geraghty - Jack Geraghty 5:00PM-RMCH Thomas Wynne - Buckland & Farley Families Sun., June 9th Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Times 7:30AM-VNCH For the Parishioners of St. Thomas 9:00AM-RMCH Agnes Poplawski - Mauriello Family 10:30AM-VNCH Gerald H. Duffy, Sr. (25th Anniversary) - Loving Family

“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 June 9 and 23, 2013.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK: Monday: Tb 1-3, 2:1b-8; Mk 12:1-12 Tuesday: Tb 2:9-14; Mk 12:13-14 Wednesday: Tb 3:1-11a, 16-17a; Mk 12:18-27 Thursday: Tb 6:10-11, 7:1bcde, 9-17; 8:4-9a; Mk 12:28-34 Friday: Ez 34-11-16; Rom 5:5b-11, Lk 15:3-7 Saturday: Tb 12:1, 5-15, 20; Lk 2:41-51 Sunday: 1 Kgs 17:17-24; Gal 1:11-19; Lk 7:11-17

FIRST FRIDAY SOLEMN

EXPOSITION

OF THE

BLESSED SACRAMENT

Friday, June 7, 2013

The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for one hour following the 12:05 Mass in the Rosemont Chapel of St. Thomas of Villanova. Benediction will follow the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. The solemn exposition of the Holy Eucharist offers the opportunity to the people of God for prayerful reflection on our call to a deeper devotion to the Holy Eucharist and a more faithful living of the Christian Life. We will have Reconciliation after the 12:05 Mass. Please join us.

SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR VICTIMS OF NATURAL DISASTERS IN 2013

At the request of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Bishops are sponsoring a one-time special collection in each diocese. The primary purpose of this collection is to benefit the victims of the recent tornado in Oklahoma. On the weekend of June 8 and 9, 2013, our 10% tithe will be given to this special collection. If you wish to remit an additional donation, please note on the check, payable to St. Thomas of Villanova, that it is for the 2013 Storms and Disasters collection. Thank you for your generosity.

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We extend a warm welcome to the newest member of our parish: Christopher & Mahin Golden of Bryn Mawr Congratulations to the newly Baptized members of our parish: Kylie Anita, daughter of JJ and Hope Williamson Renee Marie, daughter of Michael & Elizabeth Zodda Resting in Peace: Mr. Edward Randow, father of Peggy Law Remember those in need of our prayers, especially: Julia Barlow, Thomas A. Boland, Rita Burns, Frances Carr, Catherine Casey, Peggy Caulfield, Mary Ann Dadourian, Frannie DeMarco, Bob Ellison, Jack Geraghty, Theresa Green, Brendan Glynn, Patricia Ann Harley, Bridget Kelly, Garrett P. McAleer (baby), Rita O’Connor, Eugene Prisco, Alice Rogers, and Michael Seeds

Please pray for our soldiers assigned in Afghanistan and in other parts of the world,

especially Major Shawn Williams, U.S.M.C., who is currently serving in Afghanistan.

CHRISTIAN SERVICE

PRAYERLINE The parish prayerline is waiting for your prayer request. This week call Mary Ann Barrow at 610-525-4164 or email mabstv@verizon.net to activate the parish pray-erline. 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 Mary Anne Deviney at 610-331-2959. 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 Maria Gunn at 610-291-3945. ST. FRANCIS INN We are forming a parish work group to serve the midday meal at the St. Francis Inn in Kensington on Sunday, June 16th. 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 coordinators, Ruth and Joe Reeder at 610-662-2055 or

villanovaruth@aol.com.

PROJECT H.O.P.E.

(HELPING OTHER PEOPLE EVERYDAY)

At the present time, we are looking for volunteers to help in our Project H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Everyday) Ministry. H.O.P.E. Volunteers drive parishioners each week for medical appointments and food marketing. The hours are flexible and volunteers assist once or twice a month. If you are interested in helping us in this Ministry or have any questions, please contact Anne Murphy at service@stv.comcastbiz.net or 610-525-4801.

Father’s Day Triduum

Father’s Day Cards for the Tridiuum of Masses For Fathers

June 16, 17 and 18, 2012 are available after Mass in the

Villanova Church and the Rosemont Chapel

and during the week in the Parish Center Office.

If you wish to have your Husband, Father,

Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, Friend, or Other Person (Living or Deceased), included in our Father’s Day Book, which will be kept in the Rosemont Chapel

during the three days of the Triduum, please return the outside envelope with the name or names

of your loves ones to the Parish Center.

ST. THOMAS MONASTERY NEWS St. Thomas Monastery, Long-Term Care Facility of the Augustinian Friars, is looking for a per diem Front Desk Receptionist. Primary responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering phones and assisting the Friars with simple requests. Hours available are Monday and Wednesday, 9:00am-3:00pm, Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm and every other Sunday. The Monastery is an organization separate from the University. Email Lynn Walsh, Office Manager at lynn.walsh@villanova.edu or call 610-519-3019.

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ST. THOMAS OF VILLANOVA PRESCHOOL BULLETIN NEWS

Congratulations to the Students and Staff at STV Preschool who will be celebrating the closing of our 32nd year of classes this

week. Have a safe and wonderful summer!

2012-2013 Faculty and Staff at St. Thomas of Villanova Preschool

Miss Mary Kurek Mrs. Margot Giuliano Mrs. Christine Humble

Mrs. Nancy McKeown Miss Kerry Gilmore

Mrs. Elaine DiCocco

Congratulations to the Class of 2012– 2013

Four Year Olds: Teacher: Mrs. Christine Humble

Three Year Olds: Teacher: Mrs. Margot Giuliano

Three Year Olds: Teacher: Miss Mary Kurek

Paul Barnett Astrid Davis Kyleigh Fitzgerald

Felipe Gallino Colin Hauck Kaylyn Learned

Claire LoPiccolo Aidan Mahon Finn McCabe

Hayden Muehl Francie Murray Nishika Musunuri

Aditi Nair Giana Nieves Sofia Norquist

Owen Pancoast Zackary Powers Bennett Saldutti

Maura Seeger Frankie Tomaszewski Dima Yosif

Abbie Bodner Nick Bowers Jonathan Clipston

Matthew Corrado Chloe Hopkins Gabriella Lee

Kate Mallory Lila McCormick Matthew McCormick

Marlena Murphy Jimmy Murray Marlowe Ratke

Carino Saldutti Jack Schuster Emelia Selbach

Jack Siano Gina Song Jackson Song

Anita Worch Kelsey Young

Audrey Ciarmoli Carlo DiMichele Michael Duncan

Julian Frustaci Sienna Frustaci Kush Jain

Neha Kommuri Patrick Luby Cole McCauley

Fletcher McCauley Avni Patil Anthony Ramesh

Augustino Russo Abby Stephens Geary Sutton

Harrison Wildt Juliet Wildt

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YOU ARE INVITED TO A PARISH FORUM

TOPIC: A SAFARI IN KENYA AND TANAZANIA AND THE SILVER JUBILEE OF SR. LILIA

THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 - 12:45PM

Rosemont Auditorium

Presenters: Angele Kuchukian and

Sr. Lilia Kagendo, Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

Drinks and desserts are available.

Please join us.

The Family Life Committee Of

St. Thomas of Villanova

Parish Community

invites you to

OUR ANNUAL SPLASH PARTY

Monday, June 24, 2013—6:00PM-

9:00PM

at Conestoga Swim Club on

Rt. 320 in Villanova

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Volleyball Badminton

Paddle Tennis Huge Swimming Pool

Baby Pool Dinner included

Family Games

Parishioners A to M—Bring a dessert to share! Parishioners N to Z—Bring a salad to share!

Bring a blanket!

Rain date is Tuesday, June 25th. Check the parish website for any changes.

Any questions call the Crawfords at 610-526-6696.

SPLASH PARTY RSVP by calling 610-525-4801,

fax this form to 610-525-6041 or email your reply

to office@stv.comcastbiz.net

Family Name____________________________________________

Number of Adults_________________Number of Children________

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Mom’s of Young Children Mini-Retreat with Fr. Joe

“Speaking From the Heart”

Saturday, June 8th 10:00AM-12:30PM

Parish Center

You are welcome to attend the 9:00AM Mass before the retreat in the Chapel. Coffee & danish as well as

lunch will be provided at the retreat. RSVP to Maria Luby mmluby@gmail.com

or stvmoms@gmail.com

Wanted: A few adults to

volunteer in the ministry of

Catechist: to teach religion to

parish children:

Wednesdays 4:30 – 5:45 pm

We need a teacher for grade 1

Sundays 10:10 – 11:25 am substitutes are needed

from September to April.

Training and materials are provided.

If interested, please contact Dr. Ernie Sherretta at 610 525

4801 ext. 204 for an interview.

The Archdiocese requires that each volunteer submit: PA

Criminal History Record, Child Abuse Clearance and attend

Safe Environment Training. The parish will pay for the cost

of these requirements.

Persons who desire to become catechists should have:

Strong awareness of the working of God’s grace in their

lives and a growing faith-life in response to that grace.

Personal commitment to Jesus Christ, who is the center

of the message.

Respect, appreciation and love for the Church

evidenced by a personal commitment to:

Catechize within the Roman Catholic tradition, in light of

Vatican II and post-conciliar documents and according to the

Catechism of the Catholic Church , Participate actively and

regularly in the Church’s liturgical and sacramental life

Ability to appreciate different types and stages of

individual growth and development

Ability to communicate effectively with the children to

be catechized

Sensitivity to the various socio-cultural dimensions of

the students

Willingness to continue in their own religious education

and formation

“The work of catechists involves their whole being. Before they preach

the word, they must make it their own and live by it. The world need

evangelizers who speak of a God that they know and who is familiar to

them, as if they saw the Invisible.”

Pope Paul VI, Evangelization in the Modern World

SHARE THE HARVEST!

Our parish will be helping to feed the less fortunate in Philadelphia again this summer by providing fresh fruits and vegetables to the food pantry at our sister

parish. Whether you have a large garden, or just a sunny spot in your yard, consider adding a few bean, pepper or tomato plants, etc. to contribute to this worthy cause. What better way to set a Christian example for your children or grandchildren than to grow and share the food with those who are needy! Any questions, call or email Parish Coordinator, Barb Gollin at 610-688-4168 or bcmggoll@yahoo.com.

PARISH OUTREACH NIGHT AT

CRADLES TO CRAYONS

30 Clipper Road, West

Conshohocken, PA 19428

Tuesday, June 25, 2013 -

6:00-8:00pm

We will be working at the Giving Factory

sorting children’s clothing, packing gift bags, cleaning children’s shoes to look like new.

Middle schoolers and parents are welcome to come together. Parish adults are welcome.

RSVP to Parish Coordinator, Cheryl Gibson at 8gibson@comcast.net or if you need a ride from

the Parish Center, contact Anne Murphy at service@stv.comcastbiz.net or 610-525-4801.

We plan to meet AT the Giving Factory.

Anyone who has lost a loved one, whether buried from

St. Thomas of Villanova or not, is invited to join

Fr. Joe for a

Bereavement Evening of Prayer Thursday Evening, June 20th

7:00pm in the Rosemont Parish Center

Everyone is welcome.

Any questions, call Anne Murphy at 610-525-4801 or email service@stv.comcastbiz.net

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CYO 2013 Fall Sports

Signups

CYO Fall Sports signups for boys and girls in

grades 1 through 8 is now open and will be handled online at www.wagdogs.com.

Open registration will close June 15th. Registrations after June 15th will incur a $50 late fee. Students who attend St. Katharine’s School, parish members, and eligible merged Parishes are invited to register; students who do not attend SKS or other Catholic School are required to be enrolled in the Religious Education Program (CCD).

Teams will start practice in August and early September. Sports offered include Flag Football (Boys: grades 1-4), JV and Varsity Football (Boys: grades 5-8), Field Hockey (girls: grades 5-8), Field Hockey Clinic (girls: grades 3-4), Cross Country (Coed: grades 1-8), Soccer (Coed: grades 6-8) and JV and Volleyball (Girls: grades 5-8). If you have any questions please contact Jim Pachioli at coachpach@aol.com .

Thank you!

Thank you!

Our parish team was

extremely busy last Sunday Serving 352

mid-day meals at the St. Francis Inn.

Thanks to Nina Heppe for coordinating

this ministry trip.

Turn Compassion into Action!!

Sharing the Global Mission of Our Church

Please join us on Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 6:00-8:00pm

Simple supper will be served at 6:00pm at no cost.

Hosted by: St. Thomas of Villanova Parish in our Rosemont Auditorium RSVP: Anne Ayella@ndsarch.org by June 7th Phone #267-262-8901 Sponsored by: Catholic Relief Services, Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Region and Nutritional Development Services, Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Hear the firsthand account of Catholic Relief Services’ work in Africa from Mary Beth &

Adakole Iduh.

Discover easy, practical resources that will enliven your parish community.

Network with other parish leaders and

representatives.

Radnor Township to Host a free Anything with a Plug™ Recycling Event on June 15, 2013 for All Area Residents From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

De-clutter your home of obsolete and unwanted electronics. Radnor Township is proud to sponsor a recycling collection event on June 15, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Willows located at 490 Darby Paoli Road in Villanova, PA. Fill up your car and our trained staff will unload while you stay in the comfort of your vehicle! This special e-waste recycling collection event is intended for items that are typically purchased throughout the year like toys, laptops, cell phones, small household appliances and much more. “Anything with a Plug™” will be accepted and recycled…except large appliances, smoke detectors, and rear-projection TVs. A $20 processing fee will apply to accept TVs and CRT monitors. All materials collected will be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner and for your security, ALL media data that is collected is destroyed. This free service is provided by The Willows Radnor and all material collected will be processed by eForce Compliance, the first dual certified electronic recycler in the Delaware Valley. eForce provides a full staff of professional e-waste experts to handle and transport all material collected, and in the process creates sustainable green jobs. For more information on eForce Compliance and what types of material we accept and recycle, visit our web site at www.eforcecompliance.com or give us a call at 215.964.6665.

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ANNUAL BREAD FOR THE WORLD CAMPAIGN 2013

SPONSORED BY THE PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMITTEE A Place at the Table: Bread for the World’s 2013 Offering of Letters Campaign

The Bible is filled with stories of God’s abundance and provision. As Isaiah tells us, all people have a place at God’s table. In his final hours, while eating a meal with his disciples, Jesus asked to be remembered following his death. After his resurrection, Jesus was “known to them in the breaking of the bread.” (Luke 24:35) Today, God calls us to do his work by setting a table for our brothers and sisters who hunger and thirst. And we have made progress in ending hunger. Now, in 2013 Bread for the World (www.bread.org) is leading an effort to urge President Obama and Congress to exercise greater leadership in ensuring that all people have enough to eat. Peace and Justice will be hosting tables at the back of all Liturgies next weekend to provide pre-printed letters for you to sign to Senator Toomey and Senator Casey. The letter will urge the Senators to continue investing in nutrition and development programs – to set a goal to end hunger at home and abroad. If you are not going to be worshiping at St. Thomas of Villanova next weekend would you consider writing a letter to Senator Toomey and Casey at the US Senate Washington, DC 20510? Please use your own words or use some of this sample: Dear Senator, I urge you to ensure a place at the table for all people by providing adequate funding for programs that address hunger and help lift people out of poverty. I also ask you to work with your colleagues and the president to set a goal and establish a plan to end hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world. A world without hunger is possible, but first our nation must make it a priority. Congress needs to take a balanced approach to reducing deficits while funding programs that effectively reduce hunger and poverty. Thank you for acting on this request - so that we may see the day when no child goes hungry. Sincerely, Your name Your address Also, please sign the petition to President Obama urging him to make a goal and work with Congress on a plan to

end hunger in the US and abroad. You can find the petition at www.bread.org/go/OL

“Our parishes are clearly called to help people live their faith in the world, helping them to understand and act on the social dimensions of the gospel in their everyday lives.” United States Catholic Conference of Bishops Communities of Salt and Light

ARCHDIOCESAN BOYS CHOIR NEWS

Please join the Archdiocesan Boys Choir of Philadelphia on a Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Fatima Shrine and Lisbon Portugal with Father Stephen DeLacy. We will be traveling from August 11-18, 2013. Cost is $2,395.00, all inclusive from Newark Airport. Celebrate Holy Mass at the actual Apparition Sites and the basilica, enjoy a concert by the Archdiocesan Boy Choir of Philadelphia, reflect over mountain top resort views and relax in the village along the warm Mediterranean Sea. Limited space available. For more details, please contact Susan Prendergast at Select International Tours at 1-800-842-4842 or by email at susan@select.intl.com.