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.

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www.stjosephrc.org

332 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335

Rev. Stephen F. Leva Pastor

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. Allan Anderson Business Manager

Mr. Allen Austin Director of Youth Ministry

Mrs. Roe DeRitis Parish Secretary

Ms. Anna Kozlowska Elder Care Program Manager

Mr. Dennis Luminella Maintenance Supervisor/

St. Joseph Cemetery Supervisor

Mrs. Dodie Milano Receptionist

Mrs. Mary Beth Mostyn Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Carol Orphanos Bookkeeper

Ms. Joan Robertson Interim Director of Parish Services

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

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Phone: 610-873-8798 Fax: 610-873-5466

www.stjosephrc.org

Mrs. Kathy Thomas Director of Religious Education

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484-593-4352

November 11, 2018

The Thirty-Second Sunday in

Ordinary Time

BAPTISMS

Congratulations to the following children baptized last weekend.

HADLEY NOELLE GRAY

BRAYDEN MICHAEL LAFOUNTAIN

CHASE ROBERT LAFOUNTAIN

SOPHIA ROSE PERSELL-FOW

CONOR FRANCIS KOOB

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 the Parish Office at 610-269-8294.

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 the Parish Office at 610-269-8294.

PLEASE PRAY FOR: Every three months we will remove names from the military and sick list. This is to help ensure that our lists are always up to date. Please call the parish office to add/remove/re-add names. Thank you for your patience.

...those who are serving our country: Brandon W. A’Hara, Petty Officer Katesiree Cannon Boson, Caytie Castells, Ensign Morgan S. Dankanich, Capt. Joseph S. DiBerardinis, Nicole Doyle, Sean Doyle, Capt. Mark Edwards, Sargent Ian Fay, Daniel J. Heil, Victoria Jones, Zachary Kish, Peter Kurtz, Lt. Col. Paul Lang, Krzysztof Malarz, Major J. Kevin McKittrick, Capt. Andrew C. Oddo, PFC Nicholas Odgers, 2ndLt. Joseph W. Rule, 1st Lt. Eric F. Satterthwaite, Pvt. 1st Class Matthew Scalia, Cmdr. Christopher Schwarz, Jr., Pvt. Nick Scott, Corporal Jeremy Solnosky and LT Sean Sweeney.

�those who are sick: Frank Baker, Faber Botero, Catherine Bowman, Ashlyn Brown, Marcia Bukay, David & Connie Bull, Ellen Cassidy, Tony Cipriano, Virginia Cipriano, Dolly Colella, Anita Suleski Conant, Baby Michael Corrigan, Amelia D’Ginto, George Forczek, Dave Goldstein, Karen Goldstein, Carrie Grosso, Michele Halis, Liam Hawk, Ryan Hieb, Danielle Horack, Judy Kaplan, Crystal Leff, Dolores Leifholt, Ellen Lis, Carleton Lyman, Sylvia L. Mango, Wendy Martini, McBeth Family, Justin McCarthy, Bill McClister, Jim McGowan, Pat Melcher, Diane Milshaw, Anna Moschitta, Katie Nejman, Judy Nelson, Sr. Mary O’Connor, Florence Popadick, Helen Redick, Sue Rizzo, Msgr. Francis Schmidt, John Schreiber, Baby Jessica Shue, Cathy Sirhal, Mike Smith, Dot Swisher, Agatha Szafran, Agnes Timothy, Francis Van Buskirk, Bobby Voldish, and Elizabeth Van Voorhes.

Please remember in your prayers all those who have died:

Sonia Pesquera

TODAY’S READINGS

The readings for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time can be found at #1022.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 5:00 PM McCormack Family

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11 6:00 AM For Our Parishioners

7:30 AM Floyd D'Ginto

9:00 AM Lorraine Carlin

10:30 AM Paul McGovern

12:00 PM Julie O'Connell

4:00 PM Dean DeMario

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12 7:00 AM Margurite Beston

9:00 AM Mary Paul

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 7:00 AM Ruth McQuillen

9:00 AM Maria Than Tran

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 7:00 AM Andrew Stine

9:00 AM All Souls

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 7:00 AM Alfred & Helen Szalwinski

9:00 AM Joseph Ursini, (2nd Anniv.)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 7:00 AM Joseph and Clarisse Collette

9:00 AM Deceased Members of the Quinlan Family

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 8:00 AM Richard and Helen Tidd

ANNOUNCED MASSES

NEXT WEEKEND

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 5:00 PM Catharine Kelly

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 6:00 AM For Our Parishioners

7:30 AM Mary Hohn

9:00 AM Sullivan & Alice Asko

10:30 AM Frank Marcocci, Sr.

12:00 PM Deceased Members of the Knights of Columbus

4:00 PM Kay D'Alesio

The Sanctuary Candle burns in memory of Cousin John Francella

The Chapel Sanctuary Candle burns in memory of Patricia Dawson

November 11, 2018

Dear Parishioners,

November is traditionally the month when we pray about and reflect on the gift of Stewardship. The United States Catholic Bishops have stated, “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace" (1 Pt 4:10). What identifies a steward? Safeguarding material and human resources and using them responsibly are one answer; so is generous giving of time, talent, and treasure. But being a Christian steward means more. As Christian stewards, we receive God's gifts gratefully, cultivate them responsibly, share them lovingly in justice with others, and return them with increase to the Lord.”

I believe that this definition of Stewardship strikes at the heart of what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus, to share God’s gifts and goodness in justice with others and then to return them with increase to the Lord, that really should be our goal, what we strive to do. All registered families in our parish community will soon receive the 2019 Annual Renewal of Treasure. This is the yearly opportunity all of us have to pray and consider once again our response to Christian Stewardship here in Saint Joseph Parish. You know far better than I do how many wonderful volunteers it takes to help make this parish a true reflection of our faith in Jesus. The time, talent and yes the treasure that each of us is prepared to invest in our parish is a sign of our belief that we are all called to give back to God and our community of faith of the blessings that God has given to us.

I am asking each of you, after prayer and reflection and discussion that you review your goodness to this parish family

and decide how best you can continue to support the work we do here at St. Joseph’s as a family of faith. I do understand that

our parish has been asked to endure a great deal recently and I am aware of what I am asking of you. The only way that we

can continue to do the work of the Lord here in Downingtown and beyond is through your goodness and your witness of faith.

I appreciate and give thanks for all of you and for your joy and your commitment to our parish. I try each and every day to

never take for granted the goodness you share with this family of faith. May God bless you and your families and may the

example of Saint Joseph our patron help to draw us closer to Jesus our brother and Savior.

Peace,

Fr. Steve Leva

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Job Opening at Saint Joseph Parish

Part-Time Parish Ministries Coordinator

We are seeking an outstanding individual to join our parish staff. Requirements: Completed or pursuing a graduate-level degree in Catholic Theology, education, or related field. At least five years’ experience in a Catholic parish/school/organization setting. Sound interpersonal communication and organization skills. Please send your resume to Father Leva at frleva@stjosephrc.org. For more information, call 610-269-8294.

Are you grieving the death of a

loved one?

Wherever you are on your journey of grief, you don’t

have to travel alone. We invite you to take part in our six-week grief support program called “Grieving the Death of a Loved One.”

The group will meet on Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

from October 30 through December 4 in the Holy

Family Center parish office.

To register, please contact Joan Robertson at

joanr@stjosephrc.org. Please provide: your name, e-mail,

address, phone number, the name of the loved one you

have lost, their relationship to you, and the date they

passed.

Reminder! The annual Chester County Turkey Trot will take place at 8:00 a.m. Thanksgiving morning. Manor Avenue between Rock Raymond Road and Lancaster Avenue will be closed starting at 7:45 a.m. until approximately 8:50 a.m. No traffic will be permitted to enter or exit St. Martha’s or St. Joseph’s during this time. Thanksgiving mass will be held at 9:30 a.m.

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ST. JOSEPH ELDER CARE

A program offered by Archdiocese of Philadelphia and St. Joseph Parish in Downingtown, Care Management Services links senior citizens and their loved ones with a wide variety of resources in order to help our seniors address the many challenges they face such as legal issues, emotional and physical health, transportation and housekeeping. Services are free and confidential. Geriatric Care Manager can meet with you at your home or at the parish rectory. Please call Anna Kozlowska at 610-269-

7480 to take benefit of the program or to obtain more information.

We are looking forward to meeting with you!

RCIA Join us Wednesday, 11-14-18 at 7:00 PM

Commandments ~ IV-X

11-21-18 - No gathering. Happy Thanksgiving!

11-28-18 - Discussion centers on the Beatitudes

RCIA is for those who have never been baptized, baptized in another denomination, or completing reception of the Sacraments of Initiation if already baptized a Catholic. Contact Kathy Thomas for more information at: (kathyt@stjosephrc.org or 610-873-8798).

Rite of Acceptance Sunday, November 11th at the 10:30 AM Mass

We gather the RCIA catechumens and candidates publicly for the first time to declare their intention to the Church, and the Church accepts them as persons who intend to become her members. God’s grace is bestowed on each person. This takes place after the homily so the entire community of believers is represented. Sponsors present each catechumen and candidate to the Church. Each is embraced by the Church as her own, with a mother’s love and concern. The Church will continue to nourish them with the Word of God and sustain them by means of her liturgical celebrations. They will receive additional blessings as we journey toward Easter to help them remain strong in their desire to receive the sacraments of Baptism and/or Confirmation and Eucharist. This year’s catechumens (those not yet baptized) include: Shawn Carretta, Ryan Chacanias, Iona Inthaphone, Abby Lopez, Emily Savattieri, and Jayden Valentine. Our candidates for full communion of the Catholic Church (those baptized into another ecclesial denomination) are: Lindsay Angstadt, Darryl Forster, Noell Lemmen, Brandon Rogenmusser, Stephanie Salvatore, Aaron White, and Marsha Wickes. Candidates who are baptized Catholics seeking to complete reception of the Sacraments of Initiation are: Ana Adorno, Luke Mastrorilli, and Kyle Rheiner.

Welcome! The following parishioners joined St. Joseph in October:

Eric and Lindsay Angstadt Ray, Liz and Brandon Bromfield

Jeffrey Horrocks, Barbara and Sabrina Conrad Michael, Kaitlyn and Russell Cross

Chris and Leah Fox Shane, Cheryl and Hadley Gray

Daniel, Jennifer, Landon and Aidan Grenter Thomas Holman Iona Inthaphone

Kevin, Brianna and Braelynn Jacoby Blaiz Kleinebreil Gina Lochetto Jean Magee

Mark, Jaime, Marie and Jacob Mehler John, Anastasia, Alexandria and Ophelia Meiklejohn

Mary Horvath, Brian and Brian Moore Scott, Brook, Savannah and McKenna Murphy Jason, Kristine, Jaden and Elijah Quevada

Juana Santos Lira, Daniled Martinez Santos, and Angel Martinez Santos,

Melanye Martinez, and Brandon Martinez Anna Shumard

Joe, Bobbi Jo, Cameron, Jayden, Hunter and Skylar Valentine Brandon and Alessandra Wynne

Family Advent Wreath Making

Sunday, Nov. 25th at 1:00 p.m.

St. Joseph School Cafeteria

Cost: $10

This special gathering will help families and individuals to prepare for the Birth of Christ Our Savior by entering into the season of Advent in a meaningful way.

All supplies and candles will be provided for the wreath-making. There will be additional activities for the little ones. Wreaths will be blessed. Please bring your favorite cold appetizer, snack or dessert to share.

Whether you are a family of one or many, we are all members of the Saint Joseph Parish Family. What better time to celebrate Family than the Advent Season—a time of preparation and prayer in anticipation of the birth of the Christ Child.

To register, please visit StJosephRC.org.

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Religious Education Program Contact us at 610-873-8798 or www.stjosephrc.org/prep

P.R.E.P. News Registration information can be found on the PREP page of the parish website (www.stjosephrc.org), or contact us at PREP@stjosephrc.org or 610-873-8798. Volunteers always appreciated. Please contact the PREP Office for more details.

Adults / High School Teens, If you can spare the time we would love to have your help during class sessions. Please consider joining us in sharing our faith with the parish children and helping them to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Contact the PREP Office for more details.

Sacrament News Just a quick reminder…Sacrament packet information is due back to your child’s teacher or catechist the week of November 25th.

Advent by Candlelight

We warmly invite you to be part of a beautiful evening that brings women together to celebrate, share and reflect on the true meaning of Advent. Please join us on Sunday, December 2 from 7-8:30

PM in the school cafeter ia as we enjoy warm drinks , delicious desserts and a festive spirit. Becky Matakas will offer us her insights on finding grace in this busy, holy season. Please come and invite the special women who enrich your life. All are welcome.

Please contact Annette Ross at 610-291-0216 or

aross1059@comcast.net to RSVP to this invitation,

to volunteer with hospitality or to obtain more

information.

15th Annual

Holiday Hope Chest

Please consider donating like-new or new items to this community event. Chester County families in financial need will enjoy a day of free Holiday shopping due to your generosity.

The donation truck will be available in the

church parking lot

4:30PM - 6:00PM on Saturday, December 1, 2018

8:30AM -12:00PM on Sunday, December 2, 2018

Encourage your family to donate items they have never worn, quickly outgrown or upgraded. Children’s toys, clothing and sporting equipment are the focus this year. New toys or baby items are welcome! In addition, flat screen TVs, small electronics and Christmas decorations will be accepted.

Plush animals and adult clothes are not being accepted.

Be sure the items are in like-new and working condition. Please avoid excessively large or heavy items. 100% of the funds/goods collected directly assist Chester County families. Any questions: Email pattyknechthhc@gmail.com.

Thanks for your ongoing support! Over 3400 families have been served since Holiday Hope Chest first opened their doors in Chester County. This is only possible due to the generosity of families from St. Joseph Church and others in the community.

The Intimate Family December 1, 8, and 15

8:45 to 10:15 a.m.

St. John Neumann Room

Built upon an intimate relationship,

prayer and spiritual life with Christ,

let us reignite our family relationships to mirror

Christ's love.

Advent is a time to help Christ prepare our souls to

intimately receive Him so He can exalt our souls to

love as He loves.

What would happen to your family if you only spoke

and acted with Christ's love? If you realize this

would be so very good for you and your family,

Christ is offering you His Love to share.

So let us gather together to help Christ exalt us to

love others as He loves us. What a wonderful

Christmas present for your family.

Presenter: Deacon Jim Bogdan

No registration necessary.

Bake Sale!

St. Joseph School 8th graders are hosting a bake sale after masses next weekend. There will be many delicious sweet treats for your Sunday dinner or Thanksgiving meal.

Senior Life - The Next Chapter November 13th at 1:00 St. John Neumann Room

This month's topic: Taking the Myth Out of the Benefit for Hospice - Why and When.

We will review and guide you through:

• Knowing what hospice is and where it is provided

• Does hospice mean "giving up?

• Who is on the hospice team?

What is the definition of end of life care? Do we know how long? The meeting will last approximately one hour and we would love to have your input as to what topics you'd like covered in the future. This is your group and we want it to be informative and useful! Refreshments will be served - come join us! If you have any

questions please contact: Kate Somers at 610-639-3547 or Ceil

Harkness 610-420-6943

November Mercy Hospice Schedule

Group 1 - Stuffed Peppers Group 2 - Mexican Chicken

Please call Gail for more info at 610-269-9574.

Saint Gerard Circle of Love

If you have suffered the loss of a child, before or after birth, please join us in the Saint Gerard Circle of Love for prayer, and support from those who understand your experiences, and hope for the future. Meetings are held in the Parish Meeting Center on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. If you would like to reach out to a member of the Saint Gerard Circle, please contact us at saintgerardcircleoflove@gmail.com.

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.

To request rides for the week of Nov. 12

Please contact Debbie Hastings at 610-304-0631 Or Helen Lyons at 610-873-8041

To request rides for the week of Nov. 19

Please contact Karen McManus at 610-269-6979 Or Janine Lill at 610-269-3055

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KofC Thanksgiving Crab Cakes Sale!

*** Order by Monday, November 12th ***

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Crab Soup & Crab Appetizers

Pick-up on Friday, November 16th, 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Parish Meeting Center Conf. Room #3

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Name: ______________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________

Email (optional):______________________________

*** Please call or email your order quantity for the products below ***

Smith Island 3.25 oz. Crab Cakes – retail $6.25 (select 4, 6 or 8): x $ 5.25 per = $_______ Dozen Smith Island 3.25 oz. Crab Cakes – retail $72: x $63.00 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 = $_______

To order, email: tmcaridi@verizon.net 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/

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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 more information, call Joe McCahon at 610-716-3084.

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 cherylm@BridgeofHopeLCC.org.

The King’s Men 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. King’s Men meetings take place each Thursday evening in the Parish Meeting Center at 7:30 PM.

Flame of Love Prayer Group

All are invited to learn more about the Flame of Love and to join us in prayer every Thursday from 1:00-2:00 p.m.

in St. Joseph's Chapel. Meetings consist of a br ief teaching followed by prayer and recitation of the rosary. To learn more about the Flame of Love, visit www.flameoflove.us. For more information or questions regarding The Flame of Love Prayer Cenacle meetings, contact Cathy Moser at mosercathy375@gmail.com.

Prime Timers

St. Joseph’s seniors meet in the Parish Meeting Center behind the school from September to June for socialization & activities. We meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 2pm. Our Annual Dues is $15.00. New & potential members’ first meeting is free. For more info call Mary at 610-269-3650 or Paul at 610-873-2794.

Our annual Christmas Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, December 5th at 12 noon at the Downingtown Country Club. Your entrée choice is; Sliced Sirloin, Hunters Chicken or Grilled Salmon. The cost is $25.00 per person, call 610-269-2765. Deadline to purchase tickets is November 28th.

Youth Group News Important dates this Fall:

November: Life Teen Fund Raiser November: Tentative retreat weekend

We are looking forward to seeing you all!

ROSARY RALLY

On Saturday, October 13th, members of the St. Joseph Legion of Mary conducted a Rosary Rally in conjunction with Sts. Phillip and James parish. Faithful gathered together in front of St. Mary’s Chapel at the intersection of Ship Road and Lincoln Highway in Exton.

The event was held in commemoration of the 101st anniversary of the Blessed Mother’s appearance to the children of Fatima, and her appeal to the world to pray the rosary.

The Legion of Mary meets every Tuesday at 7p.m. in the Church’s Saint John Neumann Room. All are welcome. For more information, please contact Jim McGowan at 610-812-4160.

S t e w a r d s h i pS t e w a r d s h i pS t e w a r d s h i pS t e w a r d s h i p Sunday, November 4

Nov. 4 Weekly Donations: $30,089 Nov. 4 Monthly Donations: $32,016 Nov. 4 Total Regular Collection: $62,105

Regular Collections Fiscal year July 1 2018-19 2017-18

Year to date $735,518 $809,052

Poor Box Collection November 4 Total: $265

November Total: $265 The Poor Box for November is for families in need at

St. Joseph Parish.

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 ebsokol47@gmail.com.

St. Joseph Parish Library

Located in the Parish Office. Open during office hours.

New titles recently added to our Library! Look for them in the “New Books” display.

Thank God (241.4 Tha). Stor ies of gratitude, harvest, and home.

An Immovable Feast by Tyler Blanski (248.24 Bla). How I gave up spirituality for a life of religious abundance.

Angels and Saints by Scott Hahn (235 Hah). A biblical guide to friendship with God’s holy ones.

From Star Wars to Superman by James L. Papandrea (791.43 Pap). Christ figures in science fiction and superhero films.

The Catholic Grandparents Handbook by Lorene

Hanley Duquin (261.834 Duq). Creative ways to show

love, share faith, and have fun.

The Loaves & Fishes Project

With the Loaves and Fishes Project, giving is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. 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. 2. Drop off your donation in the “Loaves and Fishes” closet

on your right as you come into church. 3. 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 nmfarrington@gmail.com or 610-620-3619 for more info.

NOTES FROM HISTORY... In the midst of World War II, the November 1942 St. Joseph “Parish Calendar” included this request regarding war-time weddings.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Share the gift of life this Thanksgiving. Donate blood on Friday Nov.23 in St. Joseph School Cafeteria.

Appointments are available from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM. For info or to make an appointment call Dana Gryger at 610-269-4613 or visit www.redcrossblood.org.

Use Sponsor Code St. Joes Dtown.

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C.Y.A.C.C. (Catholic Young Adults of Chester

County)

Young Adults: 'Catholic Finance: Good vs Greedy'

What does the Bible say about money? Is it wrong for me to not want to be poor? How can I follow my calling and raise a family? Join CYACC this Wednesday, November 14 as we welcome Erich Beyer, a RFP Specialist at Vanguard and young father of two. Not only will you learn the basics of the Catholic faith and finance, but you will walk away with practical tips on how you can plan for the future now, no matter where you are in life. Talk starts at 7:30 pm in the Fr. Kovacs room in the Parish Center of SS. Peter and Paul, West Chester You don't want to miss it! For more information check www.cyacc.org or find us on Facebook.

St. Bernadette’s of Drexel Hill

All Class Reunion Saturday, November 17

All classes age 21+ are invited to attend. Mass at 4:30pm, followed by 5:30pm “Welcome Back” Reception and school tours. Reunion celebration begins at 7 pm in O’Brien Hall.

Cost is $40 per person by November 1.

Tickets: sbsacr18@gmail.com or contact Denise Philson McDonald ’84 - (610)348-9991 or

Audrey Merrin Steinrock ‘85 (610)931-9621. For more info go to St-Bernadette.org

Bishop Shanahan High School Fine Arts Department

proudly presents the

Broadway musical

Disney’s The Little Mermaid

November 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th at 7:30 pm

Matinee performances Saturday, Nov. 10th and Sunday, Nov. 18th at 2:00 pm

Tickets can be purchased by going to Shanahan.org and clicking on the Little Mermaid link.

Sermon on the MountSermon on the MountSermon on the MountSermon on the Mount Followed by Hollywood vs. Faith,

a Frank Runyeon Production Sunday, November 25 at 6:30 pm

Frank Runyeon is an award-winning actor who has been on numerous television shows. Having experienced a deep conversion to Christianity, he now travels all over the country with his powerful performances based on the Gospels. Please join us as we prepare for a meaningful Advent by experiencing Christ’s teaching in a whole new way. Bring the whole family! A free will offering will be taken up at the end of the show.

LocationLocationLocationLocation: Saints Peter and Paul Church

1325 East Boot Road

West Chester, PA 19380

For more information, email jmagee@sspeterandpaulrc.org

or call 610-692-2216.