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CChurch and Parish Office: 300 State Road • West Grove, PA 19390

Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am-12 pm, 1-4 pm Email: abvm@comcast.net

Web: assumptionbvmwestgrove.org Facebook: ABVM Parish Community, West Grove, PA

Twitter: @ABVM_WestGrove

Weekend Mass Times Saturday: 4:30 pm

Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm Masses

Daily Mass Schedule 6:30 am - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

8:15 am - Tuesday, Friday

Eucharistic Adoration After morning Mass, Monday through Friday, until 7 pm

ABVM Adoration Chapel No adoration on public holidays or snow days.

Pastor …..….…Reverend Scott D. Brockson padrescott96@aol.com

Pastor Emeritus…….…..Rev. Msgr. John Graf

In Residence ….…Rev. Msgr. Frank Depman

Deacons ….………..Deacon Thomas Hannan Deacon Michael DeGrasse Operations Manager ….……Mary Rose Edmonds Parish Office Staff ……..……Donna Brumbaugh Ann Caruso Parish Office (Ph) 610-869-2722, (fax) 610-869-3252

School Principal ….……………Danielle White principal@abvmschoolwg.us School Office (Ph) 610-869-9576, (fax) 610-869-4049 Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) ……… Teresa Leszczynski abvmfaithformation@gmail.com Religious Education Office .…...(Ph) 610-869-8575

Facilities Request……abvmfacilities@gmail.com

Sacraments and Devotions Baptism: Sundays at 1:30 pm in Church (bimonthly)

Matrimony: Engaged couples are asked to meet with parish priest at least six months prior to the wedding and enroll in a marriage-prep program.

Reconciliation: (Church) Saturdays, 11:00 am-12:15 pm

Rosary: Wednesdays, 6:30 pm (Church)

Bulletin: Submit articles by 8:00 am on Thursday for publication the following week. Submit to the Parish Office or email DonnaABVM@comcast.net.

11th Sunday of Ordinary Time Sunday, June 17, 2018

“It is like a mustard seed that, when it is sown in the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on the earth. But once it is sown, it springs up and becomes the largest of plants and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the sky can dwell in its shade.” Mark 4:31-32

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SUICIDE

Many people were shocked by the recent suicides of Kate Spade, a famous designer of women’s fashion wear, and Anthony Bourdain, the host of CNN’s “Parts Unknown.” Unfortunately, celebrity suicide is sadly not all that uncommon. What many people cannot wrap their heads around is the fact that these people were successful in their careers, and wealthy. On the outside, they seemed to have it made. But deep sadness and depression can affect anyone.

Many, if not most of us know someone who committed suicide. It’s happened in my extended family, and I’ve presided at more than a few funerals of persons who died so tragically. It always feels to me like a defeat – for the individual, for their loved ones, for the Church, and for me personally, even if I never met the deceased before the day of their burial. It’s not that I feel that we failed the person who committed suicide. If indeed it was an act of free will, the only one responsible for the act itself is the individual. Nevertheless, suicide leaves me with a feeling of defeat, probably because it is all so unnecessary.

Our faith tells us that we have the answer to hopelessness and despair. His name is Jesus Christ. Not that simply telling someone to have faith will save them from depression or suicidal thoughts. Clearly, there are victims of severe pain, physiological or psychological disorders which cloud the mind to the point that the normal impulse to live is suppressed. Inasmuch as a person’s rational faculty is impacted by these or other causes beyond their control there is a diminishment of free will. But as long as a person still has his wits there is hope that he or she can be reached by an appeal to the love of God. By the grace of God he may come to believe that there is no reason to despair over sin and guilt because in Christ God casts our sins behind his back; or that there is no reason to cling to unforgiveness because in Christ the power to forgive is accessible; or that he does not have to allow himself to be ruled by anger because the meek and humble Christ has empowered us to love our enemies. Experts say that despair, unforgiveness and anger can cause depression that can lead to thoughts of self-annihilation; the Bible says that these have been defeated by the Cross of Jesus.

To save him or her, the grace of God that brings release from guilt, freedom from resentment, and calm to the soul has to be felt by a person in danger of succumbing to a sense of hopelessness that leads to suicide. This may come by simply reading the Word of God or hearing its truth. There is more than one person who picked up a Bible at the last minute or heard a preacher on the radio that saved her from taking her life. But often times the only way to break through is by communicating the love of God by person-to-person contact. This is where you and I can do much to prevent suicide. We can be the loving touch of Christ by our hugs, we can be the listening Christ by our ears, we can be the compassionate Christ by our eyes. Psychologists tell us that suicide rates have risen in our technological age because there is less a sense of community and belonging. The Church by nature is community. We are a fellowship, we are a place of welcome, we are a shelter against an uncaring world. We are the Body of Christ.

There are probably as many reasons why a person decides to end his or her life as there are persons who do it. We cannot judge another person’s state of mind. But we can share our blessed assurance that there is no situation in this world which is absolutely hopeless. Corey ten Boom, a Dutch Christian who was imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp with her sister in 1944, wrote that before she died her sister said that there is no pit so deep that God is not deeper still. The love of God broke through their hell on earth. We have to believe, then, that the love of God can break through the strongest depression and suicidal thoughts.

Father Scott

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Live the Liturgy Jesus compares the Kingdom of God to a mustard seed, the tiniest of seeds. When planted, the tiny mustard seed grows into a tremendous tree with large branches. So, too, in each of our lives, small things can have profound effects. God can use one of our more insignificant gestures to radically change another person’s life. It may be the kindness of a smile, our willingness to accommodate someone, listening to someone’s story, helping someone who is hurting, standing up for someone who is right, or complimenting someone on something they did. We all have God-given gifts and talents. Our task is to use them creatively, consistently, lovingly, and generously. We trust that God will take care of the rest.

Questions of the Week

1st Reading (Ez 17:22-24) The prophet Ezekiel hears this “proverb” of the Lord (the restoration of Israel) while in exile in Babylon around 570 BC. How do you think the captive Israelites reacted to Ezekiel’s words?

2nd Reading (2 Cor 5:6-10) Paul speaks of Christians being “courageous.” How does your faith give you strength and confidence?

Gospel (Mk 4:26-34) Why do you think Jesus often spoke about the Kingdom of God by using parables?

11th Sunday of Ordinary Time Reflection

June 17, 2018

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY

Public Prayer Request

Name: _______________________________________ Requester/Phone:______________________________

Requests will be printed in the bulletin for one month and military prayers for six months. You may renew as often as you wish.

♦2 LT Nicholas J. Caruso ♦SGT Andrew Wolfe ♦SSGT James McWilliams ♦AB Michael Connelly & FLT277, Lackland AFB

♦SPC Thomas Wolfe ♦SGM Nicolas Relacion ♦PFC Charles Morgan Griffith ♦SSGT Michael Kauffman ♦HM1 Matthew Rosenberg

♦AB Brandon Narkin & FLT 601/602 Lackland AFB

♦2 LT Niccolo Iacovelli ♦Cadet Jacqueline Brattan ♦PVT Charlie Harrison ♦PFC Daniel Engberg ♦LT Connor Dunleavy ♦1st ID HHBN & Coalition ♦MAJ Sean McEntee ♦LTC Don McDannald

Please remember to pray for those in need of hope and healing.

Mary, Health of the Sick, pray for them.

Janice Wolfe, David Mackenzie, Audrey, Helen Perry, Lee Richardson, Nicky Sciotto, Matthew Rusnak, Bill Sauer-wine, Jean Mariano, Ida & Hank Guckes, Jamie Foller, Debbie Robinson, Mary Ann Grofcsik, Diane Kuster, Jerry & Laura Watts, Ed Painter, Kathleen Kennard, Rita Shep-pard, Susan Nagdev, Betsy Jones, Frankie Knowles, Chayse & Jack Rusnak, Charles Mitchell, Linda Carango, Patti Bubel, Robert E., Luke Ramowski, Philip Caruso, Paula Reeves, Tim G., Christopher Furniss, Ryan Coyle, Msgr. John Graf, Abigail McCrystal, Philip Budzynski, Fred & Betty Anne Silva, Jennifer Cable, Rose Marie Reynolds, Margo Passehl, Shirley Carlson, Bob Lauer, Lacey Pidgeon, Jones Family, M.J., Nancy Larkin, Fabio-la Matalonis, John & Liz Yeager, Visitation Prayer Inten-tions

Requests

Rest in Peace

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and all the

souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Emma Parris

Welcome

We would like to welcome the following new members to the Assumption BVM Parish Family: Edward and Jacqueline Murphy Family

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Father’s Day Prayer Heavenly Father, you entrusted your Son Jesus, the child of Mary, to the care of Joseph, an earthly Father. Bless all fathers as they care for their families. Give them strength and wisdom, tenderness and patience: support them in the work they have to do, protect those who look to them, as we look to you for love and salvation, through Jesus Christ our rock and defender. Amen. When a man walks in integrity and justice,

happy are his children after him! Proverbs 10:7

THIS SUMMER, SPEND TIME WITH A FRIEND

Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament awaits our visit While Mass is the greatest act of worship for Catholics, Eucharis�c Adora�on outside Mass offers us another opportunity to spend �me in the Real Pres-ence of Our Lord. Christ, in his great humility, appears in the form of bread so he can be in every Catholic Church in the world. Whenever we need him, we can find him. He is present, in a tabernacle, wai�ng for us to visit. Adorers needed! If you are able to help with a Holy Hour or to subs�tute, contact Mary Wharton at 302-388-3752; hartown@verizon.net. Hours most in need of coverage are: Tuesdays 1 pm, 5 pm, Thursdays 9 am, 12 pm, 5 pm, Fridays: 10 am, 5 pm.

Saint Quote: “I beg you to recommend to everyone, first, adora�on of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and then reverence for the most holy Mary. Take refuge o�en at the feet of Jesus...My dear ones, the Visit to the Blessed Sacrament is an extremely necessary way to conquer the devil. Therefore, go o�en to visit Jesus and the devil will not come out victorious against you.” - St. John Bosco

The 2018 Annual Parish Appeal is underway. Our goal is $150,000. In the first seven months of the 2018 Appeal three hundred and two fami-lies have pledged more than $119,200 of which $105,868 has been received. The Appeal will sup-port continuing operations of the Parish and help us fund a few nec-essary projects. These include up-grade of the HVAC system in the Church and Parish Life Center, im-provement of the church sound system, including hearing assist devices, and improved use of elec-tronic media in support of parish communications. Please complete the Intention Card you received in your letter from Father Scott and place it in the envelope in the collec-tion basket or mail the envelope to the Parish Office Or, you may use the Parish Appeal envelope from your packet of envelopes to make your donation. The Finance Council and Father Scott thank you for your generosity.

We are very pleased that our E-giving over the past six months has increased. The collection income through June 10 for the fiscal year is $61,000 below our budgeted amount. The deficit is partially offset by the results of the 2018 Parish Appeal. Our beloved church with the associated facilities is 16 years old. As in your home, maintenance costs and operating costs need to be ad-dressed. You have demonstrated your generosity to enable us to ful-fill our fiscal responsibilities. Please continue to be as generous as you can.

Week of June 9/10, 2018 $ Includes $5,000 estimated E-Giving 33% Participation Avg. Weekly Collection 2017/2018 Estimated Wkly Expenses 2017/18

$16,880 $18,270

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ABVM News

Catechists Needed

Please prayerfully consider whether you are being called to live out your Bap�smal promises by being a Cate-chist in our Parish’s Religious Educa-�on Program. Consider sharing your �me and talent with parish children, ages 6 to 11. Contact the Coordinator for Religious Educa�on, Teresa Leszczynski, at 610-869-8575 or email abvmfaithforma�on@gmail.com to discuss openings within our program days: Tuesdays, 4:40-6 pm, Wednes-days 4:40-6 pm or Sundays 11:10-12:30 pm. Enjoy faith-sharing and learning, just one day a week! Class-room Aide posi�ons also available.

Registration is now open for the 2018-19 Religious Education School Year.

Current participants have received an email of the procedure. Please register now for the session that you know you will be availa-ble to attend this September. Thank you for registering early! Changes are most difficult to honor at a later date. Purchasing of mate-rials, staffing and program setup are com-pleted during the summer months. The online link to pay for classes is https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/1761. The Religious Education Of-fice will need a copy of your printed receipt stapled to the Registration Sheet. Additional copies are available in the tray on the win-dowsill in the church vestibule, in the office and on our website under Faith Formation.

Save the Date:

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION Saturday, November 10, 2018, 4:30 pm Mass

Assumption BVM School

Brian Chandler Assump�on BVM School offers so many good opportuni�es such as sports, choir, and a�er school help. I’m grateful for a�ending Assump�on BVM School because they have helped me.

Brian will be a�ending Avon Grove High School in the fall.

Patrick Chilcote I have learned so much going to Assump�on BVM School for the past ten years. I am prepared academically for the future.

Patrick will be a�ending Bishop Shanahan High School in the fall.

Ryan Corey Assump�on BVM School is truly a great school for many reasons. I have grown academically, spiritually, and emo�onally here and am prepared for high school.

Ryan will be a�ending The Salesianum School in the fall.

Applica�ons are being accepted for New Students

Enroll Now! Do you have a child going into PreK, Kindergarten, or Grades 1-8? Learn about Assump�on BVM School's strong academic program including STREAM learning and one-to-one technology program, meet our passionate teachers and dedicated principal, and visit our dynamic classrooms. For informa�on, contact Kristen Sullivan at development@abvmschoolwg.us. Applica�ons are now being accepted for PreK through Grade 8. More informa�on is available at h�p://abvmschoolwg.us/2018-2019-applica�on.

Tours are available by appointment. To schedule your visit, Call 610-869-9576 or email

development@abvmschoolwg.us

Prayer for all Graduates

Dear Lord Jesus, We thank You for all graduating students. Through the intercession of Mary, keep our youth and young adults close to You! Grant them success for their efforts at every turn and guide their feet to follow Your Ways. Amen.

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Spiritual and Physical Health Transforma�on Series Assump�on BVM Parish Life Center, 6 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesdays: June 20, June 27 & July 11

Interested in strengthening your faith and health? Please consider a�ending this week’s health educa�onal session on Wednesday June 20th from 6:00-7:30pm. This session will be held in the Parish Life Center.

This week’s topic is: Healthy Heart: How to Prevent and Reverse Our Leading Killer

Part 1: Exodus 16:31 – John 1:2 – The Word was Made Flesh. Presented by: Deacon Tom Hannan and Sharon Hannan

Part 2: This session will show you how to reverse cardiac risk factors like hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, and insulin resistance. The pro-gram is focused on health awareness and skill building par�cularly focused on vascular health. In addi�on to extensive skill building around diet and nutri�on, we also address sleep, exercise, and medita�on as addi�onal key ingredients to an artery-opening strategy. Presented by Dr. David Donohue, MD, FACP.

Ques�ons: Contact Steve Bowman - 302-584-7531 or stevebowman71@hotmail.com

Update from the Southern Chester County Steering Committee

Thank you to all of the parishioners, school families, alumni, and community members who attended the Five Parish Town Hall Meeting at St. Gabriel Church on May 30th and the Visitation Day at Assumption BVM School and Sacred Heart School on June 6th. Your opinion and insight matter! Please complete this survey by Friday, June 22nd. It can be accessed in the link below. Many thanks for your support of Catholic Education. God bless. Below is the survey link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXyM-0kuueT8F_lTQaq5m9VCLHbiZs1ie3afFz_pDHnQ6VcA/viewform

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Announcements

Rosary for Life (6/17-6/23/18) Sunday: S. Hannan Monday: D. Brumbaugh Tuesday: S. Tobin Wednesday: M. Pepe Thursday: D. & T. Harrison Friday: G. Bryson/C. Sedlak Saturday: J. Patrick Sign-up calendar available in the lobby.

�Pregnant? Call 1-800-CARE-002. �Birthright: 610-436-0773. �HopeAfterAbortion.com; RachelsVine-yard.org or 1-877-HOPE-4-ME. �Al-Anon meeting will be held every Monday night, 8 pm meeting in the ABVM Church. Call Valerie at 610-662-1567. �Annulment Proceeding: Contact the Metro-politan Tribunal, Archdiocese of Philadelphia (215) 587-3750. Interviews are confidential. �Aid for Friends Cooks: Filled, frozen meal trays can be taken to the freezer in the lower level of the Main Church. If you would like to prepare meals or be an AFF volunteer driver, contact Ann Barr at 610-869-8559. �Lions Club Hospital Equipment Loan Pro-gram: Contact Bob Yeatman at 484-883-0515; www.aglions.com.

�Courage: Courage ministers to those with same-sex attractions and their loved ones. A weekly peer support group is offered to homo-sexual men and women who wish to live ac-cording to the teaching of the Catholic Church. Call 215-587-4505. Confidentiality assured.

Ministry of Consolation

The next Ministry of Consola�on mee�ng will be held this Thursday, June 21st at 7:00 pm in the ABVM Church Parish Life Center (lower level). If anyone wishes to contact one of the members of this ministry for individual grief support, call Ginny Bryson at 610-869-7880 or Joan Shannon at 610-322-5792.

The LORD is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. In green pastures you let me graze; To safe waters you lead me; you restore my strength….Even when I walk through a dark valley, I fear no harm for you are at my side; your rod and staff give me courage. … Only goodness and love will pursue me all the days of my life; I will dwell in the house of the LORD for years to come. - Psalm 23

Our Lady of Fatima Pilgrim Statue

Would you like to host Our Lady of Fatima Statue in your home for one week?

A beautiful statue of “Our Lady of Fatima” is traveling throughout the Parish for home devotion and fam-ily prayer. Participating families will have the statue for one week at a time. The sign-up calendar is located in the vestibule of the Main Church. Quo Vadis Days

Monday, June 25 thru Thursday, June 28, 2018 Black Rock Retreat Center, Quarryville, PA 17566

Retreat for young men graduating 8th – 12th grade

Dynamic talks, small group discussions, meaningful prayer experienc-es, and a dynamically fun environment including a ropes course, swim-ming pool and a lake, basketball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and more.

Registration forms at: www.heedthecall.org

For information, contact the Vocation Office for Diocesan Priesthood at 610-667-5778 .

Brothers of Borromeo Vocation Camp

Boys in Grades 6, 7, and 8 are invited to a summer day of fun, food, and faith at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary with the

Philadelphia Seminarians on July 13, 2018! The registration fee of $25 includes supplies, lunch and dinner. To register, or for more infor-mation, visit: heedthecall.org/event/BBVC. Questions? Contact the Vo-cation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood at (610) 667-5778.

Take a Weekend Away for Just the Two of You!

Give yourselves the gift of no distractions, no interruptions but just time for each other. You deserve it! Instead of simply listening to lectures about how to improve your marriage, you will actually learn a practical communication technique and have an opportunity to rediscover your hopes and dreams for your marriage. Worldwide Marriage Encounter is hosting a weekend at The Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA, July 13-15, 2018. For reservations, contact World-wide Marriage Encounter at 610-449-1859; www.wwme-philly.org.

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Join the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) for Catholic Charities Night with the Phillies, a night of family

fun in support of the CCA!

Monday, June 25, 2018 7:05 PM ~ Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Yankees

Tickets range from $23 to $43 and a portion of all proceeds will directly

benefit the CCA. Purchase tickets at:

www.phillies.com/catholiccharitiesnight

Enter password: CATHOLIC. We hope to see you at the ballpark!

If 500 tickets are sold, members of the Archdiocesan community will be able to represent the Church in throwing out the

First Pitch and performing the National Anthem.

Saturday, September 22nd Daylesford Abbey, Paoli, PA

Eight-time Grammy Nominee, Matt Maher, will headline this year’s AbbeyFest! Enjoy a wonderful one-of-a-kind local experience celebrating faith, music, and witness for families and individuals!

Visit www.theabbeyfest.com.

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Are you new to the Parish and would like to register?

We would love to have you!! You can register every weekend after the 4:30 pm Vig-il Mass and after the 10 am Mass. See a Parish Rep-resentative at the Registration Desk in the Adoration Chapel.

ST. THOMAS MORE

“I am the King’s good servant, but God’s first.” So said St. Thomas More, whose feast we celebrate on June 22nd. St. Thomas More was once Sir Thomas More, a lawyer and statesman in the court of King Henry VIII. When the king wished to dissolve his marriage to Catherine of Aragon — who was infer-tile — the pope held up the validity of the marriage. Desperate to generate an heir, King Henry declared himself the head of the Church of England and granted himself an annulment. Most leaders signed the “Oath of Suprema-cy,” declaring the King’s power over the English Church. Thomas More, then the Lord Chancellor, refused to sign. He was sentenced to death. St. Thomas More reminds us of our call to integrity and to the defense of truth in the public square. Thomas More is the patron saint of lawyers, politicians, and civil servants. St. Thomas More, pray for us!

THINK ABOUT THIS BEFORE YOU VISIT YOUR FINANCIAL ADVISOR FOR 2018

The tax laws regarding charitable contributions changed this year. The standard deduction has been increased making it less likely that you will itemize your deductions. However, for those over 70 ½ years of age, you may make a charitable contribution from your annual Re-quired Minimum Distribution (RMD) from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and receive a federal tax deduction. Advantages ��Individuals and eligible spouses can make an IRA charitable with-

drawal and not have that transfer count towards your taxable income in the year you make the contribution.

��Charitable withdrawal amounts would count toward your RMD. ��By avoiding the recognition of taxable income, you may have less of

your Social Security income subject to income tax. Rules for Using an IRA Charitable Withdrawal ��Individuals must be 70½ years old or older. ��The rollover must be completed before December 31 of the year in

which the contribution was to count against taxable income. ��Withdrawals can only be made from traditional IRAs. ��Funds have to come directly from the plan administrator to the parish.

These are generic advantages and rules. Talk with your financial advi-sor or plan administrator for advantages and rules applicable to your specific situation. If you wish to discuss this opportunity with a member of the Parish Development Council, e-mail genefogarty@verizon.net, President of the Development Council.

Mission Appeal

During the weekend of June 30-July 1, 2018, Rev. Honest Munishi, CSSp, will visit our parish to speak at the Masses about the missionary work of the Church and in particular that of the Spiritans (Congregation of the Holy Spirit, previously known as the Holy Ghost Fathers). To learn more about the

Spiritans, please visit their website at http://spiritans.org. This visit is part of a national program in which annually a representative of one of the missionary groups visits parishes of the Archdiocese to in-vite the parish to share in the missionary work of the universal Church. The Spiritans are an international community engaged in a wide range of missionary activity in over 60 countries throughout the world. Fr. Honest is a missionary priest from Tanzania, East Africa. He presently is serving as pastor of a Spiritan parish in Baltimore, MD. When Jesus said: “You shall witness to me in Jerusalem and in Samaria and to the ends of earth”, he made the spread of the Gospel an essential part of our Catholic life. Please respond generously to Fr. Honest’s ap-peal.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 2018 4:30 pm Vigil Mass - Living and Deceased Fathers of our Parish and Parishioners

Reader 1/Reader 2: Ed Sigda, Tom Finley Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Mike DeGrasse, Ruder Schill, Ann Foley, Charlie Humkey, Jim Kirwin, Donna Brumbaugh Altar Servers: Annie Strehlau, Ethan & Ryan Walpole Music: Choir, Peggy Masterton Sacristan: No Sacristan SUNDAY, JUNE 17, 2018 8:00 am Mass - Dolly Fazio, requested by Joanne DiJoseph

Reader 1/Reader 2: Michelle Wu, Jackie Battinieri Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Mike DeGrasse, Diane Thomas (A), John Eller (B), Paul Crowley (C), Cindy Sciotto (LH), Shawn Murphy Altar Servers: Kiki & Nicolette Murphy, Alec Thomas Music: Ann Wengloski, Youngjim Joo Sacristan: Ray Bunjo 10:00 am Mass - Wayne Bunch, requested by Bonnie Bolla

Reader 1/Reader 2: Meghan & Helen Leinhauser Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Tom Hannan, Megan Mraz (D), James Fredericksdorf (E), Joan Patrick (TP), Stephanie Tobin (JPP), Linda Lanciano (JPR), Dennis Shannon (PENN), Tom Powell Altar Servers: William & Alex Gorman, Ethan Goldstein Music: Anthem Folk Group Sacristan: Steve Gempp 12:00 pm Mass - John “Jack” Murphy, requested by The Barr Family

Reader 1/Reader 2: Neil Coyne, Steve Liberatore Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Tom Hannan, Sandra Gosline, Sharon Hannan, Carl Nardi, Nancy Paproth, Mary Wharton Altar Servers: Landon & Talia Staso, Jonathan Tamin Music: Gwen Kull, Peggy Masterton Sacristan: Jeff Lyons MONDAY, JUNE 18, 2018 6:30 am Mass - People of the Parish TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2018 8:15 am Mass - Jane Cavanagh, requested by the Cavanagh Family WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2018 6:30 am Mass - Evangeline Budzynski, requested by Her Family

THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 2018 6:30 am Mass - Joseph Wye, requested by The Lyons Family FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2018 8:15 am Mass - In Honor of the Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart, requested by Joe Bunting SATURDAY, JUNE 23, 2018 4:30 pm Vigil Mass - Robert Klemaszewski, requested by Mary Ann Landino

Reader 1/Reader 2: Grace & Ed Charlton Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Tom Hannan, Sharon Hannan, Charlie Humkey, Dennis Shannon, Jill & Michael Wise Altar Servers: Isabella Atwood, Madelynn & Daniel Welch Music: Anthem Folk Group Sacristan: Steve Gempp SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 2018 8:00 am Mass - Evelyn Cianfaro, requested by Vincent Cianfaro

Reader 1/Reader 2: Michael Debes, Jackie Battinieri Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Tom Hannan, Frank Puoci (A), John Eller (B), Bruce Michalski (C), Lisa Goldstein (LH), Bob DiMarco Altar Servers: Ethan Goldstein, Neil & Kimberli O’Donnell Music: Ann Wengloski, Peggy Masterton Sacristan: Ray Bunjo 10:00 am Mass - Joan Carbo, requested by The Fertig Family

Reader 1/Reader 2: Adriana & Isabella Pfaff Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Mike DeGrasse, Cindy Sciotto (D), Kathy Corkadel (E), Paul Crowley (TP), Ann Barr (JPP), Shawn Murphy (JPR), Ann Foley (PENN), Diane Thomas Altar Servers: Madeline Flores, Michael Stemerman, Abigail Redden Music: Adult Choir, Peggy Masterton Sacristan: Jeffrey Lyons 12:00 pm Mass - David Yeager, requested by The Moran Family

Reader 1/Reader 2: Kathy Hamill, Neil Coyne Extraordinary Ministers: Deacon Mike DeGrasse, Donna Lauletta, James Fredericksdorf, Sandra Gosline, Nancy Paporth, Stephanie Tobin Altar Servers: Alex & William Gorman, Aaron Ravanesi Music: Rich O’Neill, Peggy Masterton Sacristan: Jeff Lyons

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In business since 1990

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Yerkes Insurance Inc.227 East Evergreen Street

West Grove, PA 19390610/869-4065

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Joe MenginiePAINTINGQuality Craftsmanship Since 1978

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