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The Seventh Sunday of Easter
May 13, 2018
Celebration of the Eucharist Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday: 6:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 4:00 p.m.
Monday-Friday: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.
Holy Days of Obligation As Announced
Reconciliation Saturday: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays: 6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m.,6:30 p.m.
Anointing of the Sick Any sick or hospitalized parishioner who is in need of the Sacrament of the Sick should contact the Parish Office.
Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Holy Family Chapel in the Holy Family Center.
Morning Prayer Monday—Friday at 6:30 a.m. in Church.
Devotions The Holy Rosary: Recited before the 9:00 a.m. Mass daily.
Miraculous Medal Devotions: Every Tuesday after the 9 a.m. Mass.
Novena to Saint Joseph: Every Wednesday after the 9 a.m. Mass.
Divine Mercy Chaplet: Every Thursday after the 9 a.m. Mass.
Litany to the Sacred Heart: First Friday of the month after the 9 a.m. Mass.
First Saturday Devotions: The First Saturday of each month at 8:30 a.m.
Parish StaffParish StaffParish StaffParish Staff Phone: 610-269-8294 Fax: 610-269-2487
www.stjosephrc.org
332 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335
Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Dunleavy Parochial
Administrator
Rev. Anthony T. Rossi Parochial Vicar
Rev. John E. Donia Resident
Rev. Francis J. Mulranen Resident
Deacon Jim Bogdan Permanent Deacon
Deacon Edward R. Schiappa Permanent Deacon
Mr. Allen Austin Director of Youth Ministry
Ms. Karen Dawson Parish Services Director/
Adult Faith Formation Coordinator
Mrs. Roe DeRitis Parish Secretary
Mrs. Jo-Ann Funkhouser Bookkeeper
Ms. Anna Kozlowska Elder Care Program Manager
Mr. Dennis Luminella Maintenance Supervisor/
St. Joseph Cemetery Supervisor
Mrs. Dodie Milano Receptionist
Ms. Julie Wiant Business Manager
Ms. Jeannine Zack Administrative Assistant
SchoolSchoolSchoolSchool Phone: 610-269-8999 Fax: 610-269-2252
www.stjosephrc.org
Sister Catherine Irene, I.H.M. Principal
Sister Diane Licordare, I.H.M. Vice Principal
Mrs. Mary Jane McGeehan Administrative Assistant
Parish Religious Education ProgramParish Religious Education ProgramParish Religious Education ProgramParish Religious Education Program Phone: 610-873-8798 Fax: 610-873-5466
www.stjosephrc.org
Mrs. Kathy Thomas Director of Religious Education
ConventConventConventConvent Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
484-593-4352
TODAY’S READINGS
The readings for the Seventh Sunday of Easter can be found at #918B
BAPTISMS
Congratulations to the following children baptized on Sunday, May 6.
DEREK JOSEPH BUSH, JR., DYLAN RYAN COLLEY,
MAIRIN CLAIRE HUMPHRIES, CARMINE KENNEY REIMUND,
CLAIRE ELIZABETH SECKER, MATTHEW JOSEPH SHOOK AND
CONOR CHARLES SPAZIANI
Parents of babies to be baptized are asked to please register for Pre-Jordan, a baptism preparation program at Saint Joseph Parish, recommended by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. You can find the class dates and register either online via our website or by filling out a form in the parish office or the Saint Katharine Drexel Room in church. For more information, contact Karen Dawson at 610-269-8294 or [email protected].
MARRIAGE
Couples planning to marry are asked to meet with their parish priest as soon as possible after their engagement and to enroll in a marriage-prep program (Pre-Cana) at least six months prior to the wedding. Registration forms can be found on our website at www.stjosephrc.org. For more information, contact Karen Dawson at 610-269-8294 or [email protected].
�those who are sick: Frank Baker, Muthu Ballyamanda, Rhonda Battenfelder, Catherine Bowman, Ashlyn Brown, Marcia Bukay, David & Connie Bull, John Cannon, Ellen Cassidy, Marie Ciarlone, Tony Cipriano, Virginia Cipriano, Dolly Colella, Anita Conant, Baby Michael Corrigan, Amelia D’Ginto, Connie Daily, Daisy DeHaven, George Forczek, Teena Friends, Robert Geary, Carrie Grosso, Paddy Hamilton, Danielle Horack, Maren Kaneiwski, Judy Kaplan, Kristina Karol, Father Larry Kozak, Elwood Lahn, Crystal Leff, Clyde Lowe, Carleton Lyman, Charlotte Marinari, Wendy Martini, Miranda McClain, Cynthia McGowan, Jim McGowan, Pat Melcher, Thomas Melvin, Dina Metro, Diane Milshaw, Julia O’Connell, Sr. Mary O’Connor, Dave Parker, Stephany Patrone, Florence Popadick, Norma Heras Quiroz, John Richards, Sue Rizzo, Frank Robertson, John Robertson, Christopher Sauk, Msgr. Francis Schmidt, John Schreiber, Christine Robertson Schwartz, Mary Setzer, Baby Jessica Shue, Ed Shultz, Cathy Sirhal, Mike Smith, Geri Talucci, Agnes Timothy, Anna Marie Urbine, Kevin Valentine, Jeannette Vargas, Mrs. Walt and Robert Zachuranik.
...those who are serving our country: Brandon W. A’Hara, Sgt. Steve Anderson, H.N. Katesiree Cannon Boson, Andrew Bowser, Caytie Castells, Specialist Andrew Clauhs, Ensign Morgan S. Dankanich, Capt. Joe DeAngelis, Sarah Debarberie, Lt/Cpl. Staff Sgt. Christopher Deutsch, Staff Sgt. Ian Deutsch, Captain Joseph S. DiBerardinis, Nicole Doyle, Sean Doyle, Capt. Mark Edwards, Sargent Ian Fay, Danny Fuller, Jeffrey Fuller, 1st Lt. Matthew Glisson, Leslie Harkness, 1st Lt. Jonathan M. Harris, Daniel J. Heil, Steven Houser, Victoria Jones, Zachary Kish, Peter Kurtz, Andy Landmesser, Lt. Col. Paul D. Lang. PFC. Sgt. Christopher Madden, Krzysztof Malarz, Spc. Nicholas Massari, Major J. Kevin McKittrick, 2nd Lt. Ryan Misero, Lt. J.G. Brian Muka, Pvt. Ian Donoghue-Neider, Capt. Andrew C. Oddo, PFC Nicholas Odgers, Sgt. Bradley Panichelli, Lt. Ted Pease, Alex Rozon, 2ndLt. Joseph W. Rule, 1st Lt. Eric F. Satterthwaite, Pvt. 1st Class Matthew Scalia, Cmdr. Christopher Schwarz, Jr., Pvt. Nick Scott, Jeremy Solnosky, Ryan Strehl, LT Sean Sweeney, Bryan Williams, Josh Woodward and Vincent Yarch.
PLEASE PRAY FOR: Names will be kept on the sick list for 3 months. Call the parish office to add/remove/re-add names.
SATURDAY, MAY 12 5:00 PM Joan Iandoli
SUNDAY, MAY 13 6:00 AM For Our Parishioners 7:30 AM Deceased Members of the Trolio Family 9:00 AM Mary Viscusi & Bernice Ciesielka 10:30 AM Agnes Smith 12:00 PM Bonnie Calvey 4:00 PM Lucy Stefanelli
MONDAY, MAY 14 7:00 AM Joseph Scarfo 9:00 AM James & Lydia McGinty
TUESDAY, MAY 15 7:00 AM Katherine Lovell 9:00 AM Peggy Madrigale
WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 7:00 AM Patricia A. O'Reilly 9:00 AM Florence & Tony Bartelmo
THURSDAY, MAY 17 7:00 AM Dominic Castaldi 9:00 AM Paul Failla
FRIDAY, MAY 18 7:00 AM Anthony Masino 9:00 AM Dorothy Ward
SATURDAY, MAY 19 8:00 AM Paul Reid
SATURDAY, MAY 19 5:00 PM Maria Pia D'Anzi
SUNDAY, MAY 20 6:00 AM For Our Parishioners 7:30 AM Frankie DiSantis 9:00 AM Julia DiMartin (8th Anniversary) 10:30 AM David & Edith McCarraher 12:00 PM Gabriel Celii 4:00 PM Carlo & Thomas DiOttavio
ANNOUNCED MASSES
NEXT WEEKEND
The Sanctuary Candle for the week burns in memory of
Nicola, Adelina and Tony & Joseph Ursini.
May 13, 2018
Our Mother of Consolation
Dear People of Saint Joseph Parish,
The month of May is dedicated to Mary, our Blessed Mother. This year, I encourage you to honor Mary and pray to her using her title, Our Mother of Consolation. In the Bible, consolation describes the action of God coming to the aid of people who have experienced loss, disappointment, hard and difficult times. These words describe what the people in our parish, and even Monsignor McLoone, are experiencing. Consolation implies the lessening of grief by calming, cheering and inspiring hope.
Jesus is the consolation of God made flesh. In Jesus, we see and experience God consoling and helping people. Jesus is sent by God to help in hard/difficult times. Note the action of Jesus which comforts, soothes, eases and calms.
Recall the stories where God/Jesus comes to the aid of people who have experienced loss, disappointment, oppression: Deliverance from slavery in Egypt; Provision of food, water, protection in
the desert while on way to Promised Land; Jesus healing people (Loss of health); Jesus with Zacchaeus (Zacchaeus’ loss of honesty and respect among peers); Woman caught in adultery (lost virtue); Jesus feeding crowd; Jesus calming storm (fears) at sea (lost faith that Jesus would provide); Cure of the Blind Man (lost vision); Parable of Good Samaritan (Consolation after being robbed, beaten along life’s way).
Devotion to Mary under the title of Our Mother of Consolation, dates back to the 2nd Century. Mary is venerated as “mother of consolation” or consoler of the afflicted. Through Mary, God sent Jesus to be the consolation of his people. Consoled by God so often throughout her life, (unplanned pregnancy, giving birth to baby in a manger, homeless and living as a refugee in Egypt, widowed, standing beneath the cross, holding the lifeless body of Jesus) Mary, in turn, is able to console all her children entrusted to her by Jesus. As our mother, Mary is a source of the Lord’s consolation for all in distress.
A statue of Our Mother of Consolation has been placed in the narthex. The statue of Our Mother of Consolation pictures Mary holding her infant son, Jesus. The colors and expression in the statue reflect the comfort, peace, calm, relief that God’s consolation gave Mary.
Note the crown on Mary. The crown is a symbol of victory. God’s consolation has enabled Mary to be victorious over the forces of
1. fear (Annunciation: do not be afraid Mary, you have found favor with God. God consoles Mary through the angel’s message that she has found favor with God . . . .)
2. loss (death of St. Joseph; Mary is widowed) (death of Jesus; Mary buries her son) 3. disappointment in her life.
Mary’s first hand experiences of loss and difficult times called her to humbly acknowledge her need for God’s grace of consolation. God graced her soul. We see the calm, peace, hope, in her that God’s consolation made possible. This statue of Our Lady of Consolation portrays Mary victorious, radiating peace, hope. As a mother holds her child close, so Mary, as our Mother, holds us and our concerns close. Mary prays that we will be open, like her, to allow God’s consolation to grace our lives. Mary prays that the spirit of calm, faith, and love that hovered over her life amidst life’s losses, disappointments, and oppresses will also be ours.
May God console us all!
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Honor Our Blessed
Mother During the
Month of May Please join us as we honor our Blessed Mother during the month of May.
Bring Flowers to Honor Mary
Through the end of May, we invite you to bring flowers from your garden to surround the Blessed Mother statue that will sit in the narthex during the rest of the month.
Happy Mother’s Day! “The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God “The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God “The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God “The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God
is the love of a mother.” is the love of a mother.” is the love of a mother.” is the love of a mother.” (St. Therese of Lisieux) (St. Therese of Lisieux) (St. Therese of Lisieux) (St. Therese of Lisieux)
Saint Joseph
School News
Spring Concert Please join us for the St. Joseph School Spring Concert Choir and Band Series May 18 and 21 at 7 p.m., in the gym. What a blessing to have music in our school!
Walk-a-thon
Fund-raising has begun for our annual Walkathon which will be held May 18. Please consider contributing toward the efforts in raising money for the school enhancements, including the final phase of the multi-year air conditioning project. Our school really enjoys this fun event!
2018-2019 School Registration
Registration is open for the 2018-2019 school year. Call the school office at 610-269-8999 to enroll.
Saint
Vincent de Paul
Clothing Drive Saturday, May 19
from 9 AM - 2 PM The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will be using the services of GreenDrop to support their clothing drive. Look for the GreenDrop truck in the church parking lot where an attendant will be available to assist you with your donations. Please place your donations of useable men’s, women’s and children’s clothing in plastic bags or boxes. Household items such as: kitchenware, games/toys, small appliances under 50 pounds, electronics, sporting goods, books, CDs & videos are also accepted. Unfortunately, furniture, large appliances, TV’s and computer monitors cannot be accepted. For a full list of acceptable items, visit www.gogreendrop.com.
Congratulations Congratulations Congratulations Congratulations
The Priests, Sisters, Parish Staff and parish community rejoices with the Giardini family as they celebrate the Ordination to Diaconate of their son and brother,
Reverend Mr. Reverend Mr. Reverend Mr. Reverend Mr. Alessandro GiardiniAlessandro GiardiniAlessandro GiardiniAlessandro Giardini
on May 12, 2018 at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary.
Saint Joseph Parish will be blessed to have Deacon Alessandro preach at the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass and congratulate him afterwards in the school cafeteria. All are welcome to celebrate and seek the new Deacon’s blessing.
The Sacrament of Holy Orders is comprised of three “degrees” or levels. They are Deacon, Priest, and Bishop.
The Catechism in #1570 states that Deacons “share in Christ’s Mission and grace in a unique way. The sacrament…configures them to Christ, Who made Himself
the ‘deacon’ or servant of all.”
Alessandro has studied at Saint Charles for 8 years, and needs only complete one more year of study in preparation for his Ordination to Priesthood, pray God, next May 2019 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS Peter and Paul.
We continue to pray for him, his family, and more young men to answer the call to the Priesthood from the many families that make up our beautiful parish community!
Knights of Columbus
Change for Life The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring our annual parish “Change for Life” program. This weekend, May 12/13 after each Mass the Knights will be handing out empty baby bottles. Take one home, fill it with spare change and bring it back on the Father's Day weekend Masses of June 16/17. Money collected will go towards parish buses going to the 2019 "March for Life" in Washington DC next January.
Any extra will go directly to local pro-life causes. If you have any questions, email Rick Carcella ([email protected]).
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Safe Environment Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the
Parish Meeting Center. To register visit, www.virtus.org
The Archdiocese and the Harrisburg Child Protective Services Law requires all employees and volunteers who may have any possible contact with children in a parish/school function, or a function that takes place on school or parish property, to complete the safe environment trainings required by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Coffee and Donuts Sponsored by the Knights of
Columbus
The Knights of Columbus cordially invite you to enjoy Catholic fellowship over Coffee, Juice and Donuts after the 9 a.m. Mass Sunday, June 10 in the Cafeteria.
Memorial Day
Monday, May 28
• The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day.
• ΤΤΤΤhe Parish will have one daily mass at 8 a.m.
• There will be a 9 a.m. service at Saint Joseph Cemetery.
Knights of Columbus Memorial Day
Crab Cake Sale Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Crab Soup & Crab Appetizers
*** Please call or email your order quantity for the products below by Monday, May 21st ***
Smith Island 3.25 oz. Crab Cakes – retail $5.95 (select 4, 6 or 8): x $ 5.00 per = $_______
Dozen Smith Island 3.25 oz. Crab Cakes – retail $68: x $60.00 per = $_______ Crab Critter Appetizers (bag of 50) – retail $15.95: x $14.00 per = $_______ Maryland Crab Soup (1 qt.) – retail $11.35: x $10.00 per = $_______ St. Joe’s Family Pak (1 doz. cakes, 1 bag critters, 2 quarts soup) _____ x $90.00 per = $_______
Pick-up on Friday, May 25 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the School Cafeteria
Email [email protected] or call 610-269-6569 with your order quantity. Payment due at pick-up. Make checks payable to: Knights of Columbus, Council 7208
http://www.welovecrabcakes.com/
Malvern Retreat House Encounter Christ at the Malvern Retreat House. Join us at the Malvern Retreat House, where the Divine Physician, who knows us better than we know ourselves, awaits to heal and lead us on the path of fullness and life. On weekend of May 19-20, the Malvern Retreat House will be present at our St. Joseph’s parish Masses to invite men, women and families to their venerable retreat house.
For more information, please call the Malvern Retreat House at 610-644-0400 or visit their website:
www.malvernretreat.com.
For Traditional Weekend Retreat information call Robert Moore at 484-321-2521.
Altar Server
Parent Information Session For all interested students entering
grades 6,7 & 8.
Wednesday, May 23 at 4 PM
Thursday, May 24 at 6 PM
Both meetings will take place in the School Cafeteria. This meeting is for all interested students and their parents and will include pertinent information such as what commitment is involved for your child, how scheduling is conducted, preferences for Mass times and vacation times, etc. Any questions your child may have will be answered at this meeting. You will also sign your child up for two training sessions. For more information, please email Eileen Amicone at [email protected]
Steubenville Summer
Youth Conference July 20-22, 2018
Join the Teens of Saint Joseph Parish at The Franciscan University of Steubenville for a weekend of Faith, Fellowship, and Fun.
$260 per person which includes coach transportation, 6 meals, programming, hotel accommodations and t-shirt
• This trip is open to students who are currently enrolled in grades 8 through 12.
• We will be lodging at the newly-constructed Best Western PLUS - The Inn at Franciscan Square
Download and complete the registration form from www.stjosephrc.org and return ASAP. A $60 non-
refundable deposit must accompany the registration.
The final payment is due by June 15, 2018.
With questions or for additional information, contact Father Anthony Rossi at [email protected] Father John Donia at [email protected]
The 11th11th11th11th Annual
St. Joseph
Community
Festival
Save the Dates Save the Dates Save the Dates Save the Dates for Family Fun
June 19 - June 23
Every Evening, Tuesday–Saturday $25 Ride-All-Night Wrist Bands
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stjoefestival Official Website: http://www.stjoesfestival.com
"Like" us, Follow us & Volunteer
Come enjoy…
Amusements, Rides, Games, Cheer Wheel, Big Sixx Wheel, 21, Beer Garden, Tiki Bar, Bingo, Parish Food Booth, Funnel Cake, Live Music each night, Delicious
homemade baked goods, a 50/50 raffle, and Fireworks!
Come volunteer!
There are many opportunities: help with set-up, games, food, electrical work, security, medical, advertising, being a booth captain, and more. Use our website to volunteer for
your particular interest!
50/50 Raffle Tickets...
Purchase your Raffle tickets in the parish office. Donate:
We are looking for unopened adult beverages. Please donate them for use for the festival Cheer Wheel booth.
Drop off your bottles at the parish office.
Summer Office Hours There will be a slight change of our parish office hours starting Tuesday, May 29 through Tuesday, September 5.
Summer Office Hours will be:
Monday-Thursday
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you have an evening event, please make sure to pick up the key before the office closes.
Corpus Christi Procession Parishioners of all ages are invited to participate in the Corpus Christi Procession Sunday, June 3, immediately
following the 12 Noon Mass.
The Eucharistic procession will begin at church and end with Benediction. This annual event provides a wonderful opportunity for us to publicly affirm our belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. We will also enjoy water ice after the procession and benediction.
Please note: Even if you attend another Mass on this weekend, please come back for the procession.
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Looking for a Way to Honor
your Deceased Loved One(s)? Come to the Parish Office to purchase:
Mass Cards Altar Flowers
Sanctuary Candles
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Electronic Giving Options
If you need a convenient way to make your contribution, we encourage you to check out our electronic giving options. To set up a one-time donation, visit us online at http://stjosephrc.org and locate the Online Giving button which can be found under the RESOURCES tab “Give to St. Joseph Parish.”
May Mercy Hospice Schedule
Group 1 - Chicken Supreme Group 2 - Deep Dish Turkey Pot Pie
Please call Gail for more info at 610-269-9574.
Sign up with Shopwithscrip and a percentage of your orders can be credited to your school tuition or donated to St. Joseph Parish! Order by 11 AM on Mondays and they will be ready for pick up on Thursdays. Shopwithscrip.com also offers ScripNow that allows you to print store gift cards fast! Perfect for last minute gifts!
Aid for Friends Meals Needed Meals are needed for elderly, isolated local neighbors. Packets of pans are available in the church office or in the St. Katharine Drexel room in church. Please pick up a packet, make some meals, freeze and place in the Aid For Friends freezer in the Holy Family Center as soon as possible. A visitor will deliver them. For more information contact Debby at [email protected].
A Stewardship Prayer for MayA Stewardship Prayer for MayA Stewardship Prayer for MayA Stewardship Prayer for May
Heavenly Father,
Your Son ascended in great triumph to sit at your right hand. You sent your Spirit to watch over us, guide us and teach us to be better stewards of your abundant gifts. May this Spirit of wisdom make us better stewards of our planet. May your Spirit increase our awareness of the dignity of every human life, and show us the way to be better stewards of our neighbor. And through your Spirit, may we be inspired every day to live in accordance with the Gospel, and to give witness to our risen Lord. We ask this through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen.
Poor Box Collection May 6 Total: $391.00
The Poor Box for May and June benefits Good Works.
Helping Other People Everyday HOPE is a transportation ministry which provides rides to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, the pharmacy, and other necessary errands.
Rides require 48 hours notice. For the week of 5/14,
please contact Mary Sweeney at 610-269-0604. For the week of 5/21,
please call Nancy Coccetti at 610-269-3036 or Leslie Curtis at 610-203-9318.
For more information, contact Helen Lyons at 610-873-8041 or [email protected].
Sunday, May 5 Regular Collection Total
$81,743.19
Ordinary Income: $23,722.00 (534 envelopes)
Loose Cash: $2,446.68
Weekly EFT: $5,710.27 (201 participants)
Monthly EFT: $34,585.61 (333 participants)
Weekly Credit Cards: $528.46 (24 participants)
Monthly Credit Cards: $14,750.17 (166 participants)
Collection Total: $81,743.19
2nd Collection Total For Catholic Home Missions
$5,324.25
(International Catholic Stewardship Council’s May Newsletter)
Feed the Hungry: Lend a hand to help Safe Harbor
On the first Friday of every month, St. Joseph parishioners prepare, deliver, and serve dinner to 25 women residents at Safe Harbor in West Chester. Would you like to be part of this fulfilling – and needed – outreach? We need volunteers to: • Prepare one of the components of the meal – a main
dish, a vegetable, a starch, a salad, and a dessert. • Be part of the team that delivers and serves the meal. We arrive at Safe Harbor at 4 p.m., serve between 4:30 and 5 p.m., then go home. If you are interested in volunteering on a rotating schedule or if you would like to learn more, please contact parishioner Elizabeth Sokol at [email protected]. Our next meal day is Friday,
June 1. Thank you.
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The Loaves and Fishes
Project With the Loaves and Fishes Project,
giving is as easy as 1-2-3:
• Grab a can of soup, a box of pasta, or any non-
perishable item from your cupboard as you dash out the door to Mass.
• Drop off your donation in the “Loaves and Fishes” closet on your right as you come into church.
• Enter the church with the warm feeling of a nourished soul!
The Loaves and Fishes team delivers the items to the Lord’s Pantry in Downingtown. Feel free to contribute to this “ongoing food drive” once a week, once a month, once a year - anytime. As a church family, we can make a much appreciated contribution and a significant impact to a charity that helps over 700 families every week.
Please contact Nancy Farrington at [email protected] or 610-620-3619 for more info.
Good Works, Partner Church Perhaps you are looking for a way to make a difference in someone's life? Join us as we partner with Good Works, on the third Saturday of the month (volunteer one month or every month) to make repairs on a home of someone in need. Bring along your teenage children, no experience is required. Make a difference in someone's life, while enjoying Christian fellowship, and even a good lunch! Email [email protected] to sign up.
St. Joseph Mom’s Group St. Joe’s Moms Group meets each Thursday after 9:00 a.m. Mass from 10 to 11:30 in the Parish Meeting Center behind the school. It’s a great opportunity to worship and then get together with other moms for a little bit of socializing while the kids play. For questions, please contact Liz at 610-316-9406 or [email protected].
Legion of Mary The Legion of Mary meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in
the Church’s Saint John Neumann Room. Is Our Blessed Mother calling you? Everyone is welcome. For more information please call Jim McGowan at 610-812-
4160.
Bridge of Hope In this ministry, parishioners form teams to sponsor a single mother facing homelessness. The team provides friendship to the woman and her family by taking turns calling her, spending time together, and being a reliable support structure at a time when she most needs encouragement.
Contact Cheryl Miles at [email protected].
Charismatic Prayer Group
Charismatic prayer group meets on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Please join us in the chapel as we deepen our prayer life, deepen our relationship with the Lord, and worship as a community. For info, call Joe McCahon at 610-716-3084.
The King’s Men (18 & over) offers a time with other men to engage, discuss and challenge you into living a full Christian life. Every meeting starts with a rosary, a 15- minute spiritual exercise, 30 minutes for discussion and 15- minutes of challenges among your peers. The King’s Men
will not meet on Thursday, May 17. The next King’s Men meeting will take place on Thursday, May 24 at 7:30
PM in the Parish Meeting Center.
Prime Timers We will have our June 13 picnic indoors. The cost is $10. Tickets are being sold at the May meeting.
St. Joseph’s seniors meet in the Parish Meeting Center behind the school from September to June for activities and socialization. Club membership is only $15 for the year that began in September and is open to all those age 50+. Membership is prorated during the year. New potential members and visitors can attend free and are always
welcome. For details on membership, call Mary at 610-269-3650 or Paul at 610-873-2794.
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Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Television Mass
Watch the Television Mass Sunday mornings at
5:30 AM on WPVI-TV Channel 6
It will be rebroadcast each Sunday at the following times: 9 AM-DT-2 Channel 6 digital, 10 AM-La Salle University 56
5 PM-DT-2 Channel 6 digital The Archdiocese thanks Channel 6
for its generosity in broadcasting the Television Mass.
The WPVI Televised Mass on
WATCH ABC
WPVI-TV-Channel 6 now offers WATCH ABC. A special new benefit and
participating provider at no additional cost. Just enter your TV Provider account information to log in and
get the WATCH ABC Live Stream of the Mass!
St. Jude Shop The DiCocco Family of St. Jude Shop of Havertown invites you to visit their location in Chester County! Located on the
south side of Our Lady’s Hall at the Malvern Retreat
House in Malvern, the store offers a beautiful selection of religious gifts for Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation and other events! Contact the store at 484-321-2537.
Talk Radio for Catholic Life
Relevant Radio (640 AM) www.relevantradio.com
Download the FREE mobile app and listen live!
Intellectual Disabilities and
Autism Help-Line Do you need help accessing services and supports for someone with an intellectual disability or autism? The CSS Developmental Programs Help-Line is available to answer your questions. Call 484-472-5041 or e-mail [email protected]
Saint Charles Borromeo
Seminary News
Brothers of Borromeo Vocation Camp July 13, 2018
Boys in Grades 6 to 8 (rising 6th graders to graduated 8th graders)
are invited to gather at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. The day includes games, activities, great talks, powerful prayer & Mass, lunch and dinner. For more information, visit HeedTheCall.org/event/BBVC.
Quo Vadis Days June 25-28, 2018
This 4-day, 3-night camp held at Black Rock Retreat Center, is an annual favorite for high school aged men (incoming freshmen to graduated seniors). The camp includes daily Mass, Liturgy of the Hours, outdoor activities, a ropes course, powerful prayer, great talks, and an opportunity to interact with the Philadelphia seminarians. For more information, visit HeedTheCall.org/event/quovadis.
Bishop Shanahan High School
News
Summer Enrichment Program
Bishop Shanahan High School and
Dr. Richard Fuller
offers a summer learning experience in four areas:
Algebra I enrichment program
(grades 5-9)
Math Programs Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus & Calculus (grades 8-12)
“Critical Thinking and Study Skills” program
(grades 8-12) PSAT/SAT Program
(grades 8-12 with a student teacher ratio of 8:1).
For more info, call Dr. Fuller 610-247-5933. All classes begin June 18, 2018.
Fall SAT/PSAT classes start in September 10, 2018.
All Star Football Camp Monday, June 18 through Thursday, June 21
9 AM-3 PM Downingtown West High School
Football Skills Camp is for boys grades 1-9. Each camper should:
• Bring footwear for inside and/or outside practices.
• Bring his own lunch and plenty to drink. Registration Fee is $125 Family of 2 is $200.
Visit www.dwhsfootball.com to fill out a registration form. Please mail the form to
445 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335 For more information, email Coach Milano at
Michael's Run for Trisomy 21 Kids Run, 5K, 1 Mile Walk,
Raffle, and Picnic Saturday, May 19 at 8 a.m. Caln Municipal Park, Thorndale
Come support Down Syndrome awareness!
www.MichaelsRunT21.org
