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THE PARISH MINISTRYFather Paul C. Convery, C.O., Parish Priest
Father Brian R. Gaffney, C.O., Parochial VicarDeacon Vincent J. Thompson
Ms. Dolores M. Butler, School PrincipalMr. Nick Lyons, Organist and Choir Director
Parish House: 215-765-4568 School: 215-763-6564School Website: www.sfxschool.comParish Website: www.sfxoratory.org
THE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THETHE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THETHE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THETHE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THETHE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THEORAORAORAORAORATORTORTORTORTORY OF STY OF STY OF STY OF STY OF ST. PHILIP NERI. PHILIP NERI. PHILIP NERI. PHILIP NERI. PHILIP NERI
Father Georges G. Thiers, C.O., ProvostFather Paul C. Convery, C.O., Vicar
Father Brian R. Gaffney, C.O.
MASSES:Sundays: the 5:30 P.M. Vigil on Saturday, 8:00, 9:30, and 11:30 on Sundaymorning.Holy Days: 6:30, 8:00, 10:00 A.M., & 7:30 P.M.Saturdays: 8:00 A.M.Weekdays: 6:30 and 8:00 A.M., September thru JuneWeekdays: 8:00 A.M. only July and August
CONFESSIONS:Confessions will be heard on Saturday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00.Confessions will be heard on Sunday morning immediately after the 8:00A.M. Mass and immediately after the 9:30 A.M. Mass. Confessions mayalso be heard by appointment with one of the priests.
BAPTISMS:The Sacrament of Baptism will be administered after the 11:30 A.M. Masson every Sunday, with the occasional exception of some Sundays in theyear. Parents with sponsors should be at Church by 12:45 P.M.All registered parents of St. Francis Xavier Parish who wish to present achild for Baptism are required to attend a Pre Jordan class. Pre Jordanclasses are held one Friday evening per month (usually the first Friday ofthe month but not always) Parents must call the parish office duringweekday business hours to check upcoming dates for Pre Jordan classesand to pre-register for the Pre Jordan session they will attend. For thebenefit of all attending these sessions, parents should make arrangementsfor a baby sitter for the time period they as parents will be present at thesession. After having fulfilled the Pre Jordan class requirement, Baptismarrangements can be made. These arrangements must be made at leasttwo weeks prior to the Baptism date.
MARRIAGES:Archdiocesan policy requires that couples planning to marry contact theparish at least six months before the intended marriage date. All couplesare now required to attend the Archdiocesan pre-marital instructions inpreparation for marriage.
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT:We of St. Francis Xavier Parish - The Oratory in the Archdiocese ofPhiladelphia accept and proclaim that Jesus is the Word of the Father sentinto the world to be our Saviour and is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Jesushas overcome the world and been given full authority on earth, so that wemay have eternal life. Eternal Life is to know the only true God and the Onewhom He has sent, Jesus Christ. We have been chosen to have faith in God,the Father, in His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the love which existsbetween them, the Holy Spirit. We are called to glorify the Father by lovingone another as God has loved us, and so bear fruit that will remain. We praythat we may be one by the presence of the Holy Trinity dwelling in us, sothat the world will believe in Jesus. Trusting in the Mercy of God andrelying upon the Sacraments, we pray to remain in God’s love, keep Hiscommandments, and seek to do His will. Led by the Spirit of Truth, calledto be one in the Body of Christ, we praise and worship the Father.
COMMUNION CALLS:Holy Communion is distributed to sick and shut-in parishioners once amonth. Any sick and shut-in parishioner who wishes to receive communion,please call the parish house.
MEETINGS:CCD Program: Wednesdays from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the school.For information call Pat Schuyler, Coordinator of Religious Education, at 215-568-2594.
Confraternity of the Holy Rosary: Daily before the 8:00 A.M.Mass except Sunday.
Choir Rehearsal:Sunday Mornings at 10:30 A.M. in the Organ loft except during the
month of August.
Knights of Columbus - La Rabida Council 1191:Meets 3rd Thursday of the month at 8:00 P.M. in the Parish Center.
BOUNDARIES:Thompson St., south (even) side, to 20th St.; 20th St., west (even) side, toBenjamin Franklin Parkway; Parkway to Schuylkill River at Spring GardenSt. Bridge; River to Thompson St.
St. FrancisXavierChurch
The Oratory24th and Green StreetsPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
ORAORAORAORAORATORTORTORTORTORY PRAY PRAY PRAY PRAY PRAYERYERYERYERYERJoin the Oratory Community each Monday through Friday from 5:10 to 6:00P.M. in Church for this holy hour of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.Oratory Prayer includes time for meditation on the Sacred Scripture,intercessory prayers and litanies, as well as hymns and silent prayer.
You may submit intentions to be remembered during Oratory Prayer by printingthem on the intention sheet in the vesitbule, or by calling the parish house.
SECULAR ORASECULAR ORASECULAR ORASECULAR ORASECULAR ORATORTORTORTORTORYYYYYThis group of young adults meets every Tuesday at 7:30 P.M., for prayers,reflection on the scriptures, and fellowship. Its orgins are in the group ofyoung people who met daily with St. Philip Neri, who founded theCongregation of the Oratory.
All Catholic young adults are welcome to attend the Secular Oratory. Enterby the front door of the Parish House (2319 Green Street). Additionalinformation and a schedule of events are available at www.sfxoratory.org/secularoratory/
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
November 27, 2016 • Matthew 24:37-44
A comparison is made between the destruction caused by theflood in Noah’s time and the need to be prepared for the secondcoming of Christ. “You must be prepared in the same way. TheSon of Man is coming at the time you least expect.”
NOVEMBER 27, 2016
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2016 6:30 A.M. – Fr. Dennis Van Thuyne 8:00 A.M. – Kazmiere Welsh - Birthday TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2016 6:30 A.M. – Mannelia Caram 8:00 A.M. – Susan Hasiak WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2016 6:30 A.M. – Poor Souls in Purgatory of Philadelphia Nursing Home 8:00 A.M. – Joanna Majewski THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2016 6:30 A.M. – Fr. Dennis McCann 8:00 A.M. – Frances Adams – Birthday FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2016 6:30 A.M. – Sr. Catherine Denny MSBT 8:00 A.M. – Constance Lojewski SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2016 8:00 A.M. – William Sanuck 5:30 P.M. – Living and Deceased Members of the Saint Francis Xavier Sanctuary Fund
PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH
Julia Petrella, Rita Paynter, Thomas Fisher, Rita McKeown, Robert Coyle, Marialynn Vacca, Rosa Santos, Susan Harrison, Marcus Morris, Jim & Gail Ruck, Michael Venditto, Joan Battistelli, Margaret Mary Hearn, Veronica Carney, Maryann Kurmlavage, Marie J., Ann Britt, Ron and Gail Petrofsky, Eleanor McKeage, Joan Greskowiak, Bob McKage, Neal Hebert, Wayne Lechleitman, Lisa Haffner, Rex Dearing Sr., Michael Santiago, Tom Connelly, Helen Farrell, Josephine Aiello, and all who are hospitalized, confined to their homes and those suffering from physical, mental or psychological illness.
COME TO THE CHRISTMAS CONCERT
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 AT 3:00 P.M. We welcome the Keystone State Boy Choir to St. Francis Xavier Church on Sunday afternoon, December 4 at 3:00 P.M. for our annual Christmas Concert. Tickets are $15.00 for general admission and $10.00 for seniors and students. Children under 10 years old will be admitted free of charge. There will be a reception following the concert in the School Hall. The proceeds will go toward maintenance and restoration of the Parish House and the Oratory House. All are welcome!
GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING - NOVEMBER 19 & 20-
Sunday Collection this year – $7,647.00 Sunday Collection last year – $7,100.00 The cost of basic parish services, staff and utility bills, may only be maintained with a Sunday offering of $8,500.00. Our ability to meet ordinary financial obligations depends on your support for St. Francis Xavier Parish
MASS ATTENDANCE NOVEMBER 19 & 20
5:30 P.M. – 61 8:00 A.M. – 101
9:30 A.M. – 112 11:30 A.M. – 67 TOTAL – 341
FORTHCOMING COLLECTIONS
December 3 & 4 Retired Religious December 8 Immaculate Conception
A LETTER FROM ARCHBISHOP CHAPUT November 27, 2016 Dear Friends in Christ, On September 4th in Saint Peter’s Square, Pope Francis proclaimed Mother Theresa of Calcutta a Saint to be honored by the Universal Church. In many ways, the canonization was just a seal of confirmation for a life lived in total dedication to God’s people, especially the most neglected. The ministry of Saint Theresa and her Missionaries of Charity exemplify for us all the power of the Holy Spirit working through human beings, with all their talents and deficiencies, to give witness to Jesus and the Gospel. Our many Religious men and women who have served our Archdiocese have given a similar example in education, caring for the sick and abandoned, and in a variety of apostolic endeavors geared to the changing times. Likewise, our contemplative Religious, in lives of prayer and solitude, bring down upon us numerous graces. With gratitude for their ministry over the years and conscious of the increasing demands of retirement care, each year, our dioceses sponsor the Retirement Fund for Religious Collection. This appeal enables all of us to generously thank our Religious for their service and to let them know that we do not forget them in their needs, particularly in their later years. As Archbishop, I ask that you remember all our Religious in prayerful remembrance and in generous support of the collection scheduled for December 3rd and 4th. I am quite sure that these men and women will appreciate your kindness and concern. May the Lord’s peace abide with us all. Gratefully in Jesus Christ, +Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Archbishop of Philadelphia
MUSIC – NOVEMBER 27, 2016
11:30 A.M. MASS
Processional Hymn: The King Shall Come #101, Black Hymnal When Morning Dawns Mass Setting: Mass in Honor of Richard Keys Biggs Saint Junipero Sera, O.F.M 1934 (Pioneer of the Faith and Builder of the Civilization in California) Proper Mass Parts: Harmonic Psalm Tones Cyr de Brant Offertory Anthem: Accept Our Thanks Jean Sibelius + 1957 (Theme from “Finlandia”) Communion Motet: Creator Alme Siderum D. Thermignon Arranged by Nicola A. Montani Recessional Hymn: Now Thank We All Our God #581, Black Hymnal
RING OF LIGHT CAMPAIGN
REVISED EMERGENCY CAMPAIGN GOAL $210,000.00 TOTAL GIFTS AND PLEDGES $186,877.02 TOTAL GIFTS RECEIVED $175,590.83 BALANCE OF PLEDGES DUE $10,786.19 NUMBER OF GIFTS 280 Dear Parishioners and Friends of Saint Francis Xavier Church,
Sincere thanks to the 252 parishioners and friends who have brought this campaign beyond its original goal of $160,000.00. Your loyalty to our parish, your love for our beautiful historic church and your faithful support are deeply appreciated.
God and all His saints have protected us because the
workmen were able to discover dry rot in the church roof that could easily have caused a collapse of the nave roof and the clerestory wall on 24th Street. Trusting in the same Divine Providence, our campaign goal has had to be increased and we turn to you to respond generously to this emergency appeal. We know that the same loyalty, love and faith that brought us to our first goal will now do so again in this extraordinary need.
There are Ring of Light Campaign envelopes in the back
of church. Please take one so that you may respond to this appeal. Our beloved church is open today to serve the needs of us all because of your prayerful support. We know that you will generously respond to this emergency appeal.
The Ring of Light Committee
2016 DAY OF SANCTIFICATION FOR PRIESTS OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA
The priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia assemble each year for a day of prayer and reflection on the Sacred Priesthood. This year our priests will gather with Archbishop Chaput at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary on Monday, November 28, for the 2016 Day of Sanctification for Priests. Please pray for all priests of the Archdiocese, especially this weekend and Monday, with the following prayer from the Roman Missal:
Lord our God, who in governing your people Make use of the ministry of Priests, Grant to these men a persevering obedience to TYour will, so that by their ministry and life they may gain glory for You in Christ Who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Men and women volunteers are needed to help at the Philadelphia Nursing Home Mass, which takes place once a month. Please call Father Brian at 215-765-4568 or complete the following form and drop it in the collection basket if you are interested in volunteering.
VOLUNTEER FOR NURSING HOME
NAME___________________________________________ PHONE__________________________________________
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PARENT SOCIAL GATHERING There will be no get together this month; however, the next Parent Social Gathering will be Sunday morning, December 11, following the 9:30 A.M. Mass in the church hall. Muffins, bagels, coffee and juice will be served. If you would like more information or if you have any questions, please call Kristen Wilson at 267-250-3644.
ST. FRANNY X 50/50 The November 50/50 to date is $112.50. Remember to drop your ST. FRANNY X envelope in the collection basket at any weekend mass during the month. The drawing will be held on Monday, November 28.
ADVENT WREATH PRAYER
FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF ADVENT
Bestir, O Lord, Thy might, we pray thee and come; that, defended by Thee, we may deserve rescue from approaching dangers brought on by our sins, and being set free by Thee, obtain our salvation. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, world without end. Amen.
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3 o’clock in the afternoonTickets are available prior to the concert and at the door.
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