Saint Cyril
Of Alexandria
Roman Catholic Church
153 Penn Boulevard
East Lansdowne, Pa 19050
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FAITH IN THE FUTURE
To keep updated on the latest information regarding the Blue Ribbon Commission’s report to the Archdiocese regarding the elementary and high schools, you can visit their website: www.faithinthefuture.com. As you know the recommendation from the Blue Ribbon Commission regarding our parish school was that we merge with St. Andrew School in Drexel Hill. An appeal has been made by us and St. Andrew School and as soon as we hear from the Archdiocese with their decision concerning our school we will let you know. Please continue to pray for our faculty, staff, students and parents as we go through this very emotional and trying time.
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
JANUARY 29, 2012
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PASTOR’S CORNER JESUS IS THE SOURCE OF OUR STRENGTH It seems as though Jesus is willing to be with us where we are no matter what demons beset us. There is no corner, no darkness, or no brokenness that He is unwilling to enter. And He comes to heal, to free us from whatever binds us. How hard it is for us to admit our darkness in need of light, our brokenness in need of healing, or our weakness in need of strength. For most of us, trying to achieve is our basic approach to life. We have a strong desire to accomplish something. More often than not, we not only desire to accomplish something but we make the results of our work the measure of our self-worth. So, darkness, weakness, and brokenness say that we are not worth very much. But Jesus tells us we do not have to depend upon our paltry efforts to be worthwhile. We are invited to depend upon God. How many times do we hear in the gospel, "Ask and it will be given to you" (Mt.7:17), or "Whatever you ask the Father in My name He will give you" (Jn.16:23)? And Jesus’ response to those who were in need was never a stingy one. He provided not just a little wine at the wedding feast but gallons of it. The disciples caught not just a few fish, but there were many, their nets were breaking. The crowds were fed so much bread and fish that there were twelve baskets of food left over. The Gospel tells us that God will always hear us, accept us, love us just as we are, but earlier experiences of rejection may make it difficult to trust even God. Let us pray that we might be able to trust God’s love and acceptance, to trust that no matter what demons trouble us, we can ask to be delivered and know that we will be healed. Your brother in Christ, |
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK:
Marge Augustine, Sheela Harty, Devin Doyle, Tom Griffin, Luceil Nolan, Tom Leonard, Mary Woodland, Catherine Mengini, Stephen Mengini, Ron Beard, Sr., Joseph "Tiny" McLenigan, Margaret Basile, Nicky Delvecchio
DECEASED: Gene Aubry
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is every Friday from 8:30 AM until 6:00 PM.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY, JANUARY 29TH
8:00 Parishioners of St. Cyril Parish
10:30 AM – Sheila Buchmann
MONDAY, JANUARY 30TH
8:00 Jake & Lydia Tomczyk
TUESDAY, JANUARY 31ST
8:00 Special Intention
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST
8:00 Nick & Anne Dolhancryk
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND
8:00
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD
8:00 Walter Blythe
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH
8:00 Tom & Mary Munn
PLASTERING IN PROGRESS
Thanks to your generous response to the first Sunday of the month’s Parish Improvement Collection, we are finally able to have the back of our church plastered and painted. Hopefully, the leaks coming in from the bricks have been stopped and we will soon have our beautiful church back. We are sorry if this has inconvenienced anyone and thank you for your patience.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
Although we are proud of Catholic school accomplishments every day, the annual Catholic Schools Week (that begins today) gives us a special time to celebrate. The theme for 2012 is "Catholic Schools: Faith ~ Academics ~ Service." As our week-long celebration begins, we thank all of you for your support of our parish school over the years. God bless you!
CARE OF AGING & ILL PRIESTS
Next weekend, February 4-5, there will be a special collection to assist with the care of the aging and ill priests of our Archdiocese. Your support for these priests who devoted their lives to the service of God and His people is greatly appreciated.
CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS
Please call the rectory to request a statement of your contributions for 2011. They can be mailed to you or you may stop by the rectory to pick them up during business hours 9:00AM – 12:00 and 1:00 PM – 4:00PM.
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SANCTUARY LIGHT MEMORIAL PROGRAM The Sanctuary Light is burning this week in memory of Tom and Peggy Rainey through the generosity of Christina Rainey.
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FOOD COLLECTION SUNDAY
On every second weekend, St. Cyril's will collect canned goods, staple items and non-perishables which will be donated to the local community Food Banks. This will benefit people in our community who have trouble putting food on the table for their families. Collection baskets will be marked and located in the main vestibule, as well as the two front Sacristy entrances of the church. Thank you in advance participation in this new venture for our parish!
ATTENTION GIANT SHOPPERS!
Our parish school will have the opportunity to earn cash through Giant A+ School Rewards program. To register just dial 1-888-448-4642 or log on to giantfoodstores.com/aplus. Our school’s ID is #03768. Our school will receive a check at the end of the program (March 31, 2012) to purchase any educational material we need. Thank you for your support of this program. Tell your friends to do the same!
2012 MASS BOOK
There are still many announced masses available for 2012. Please call the rectory with your requests. Announced masses are $10 each. Sanctuary Lights for the week are also available at $10 each.
WEEKLY MASS WITH ARCHBISHOP CHAPUT
All are invited to attend confession and celebrate Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Ss Peter and Paul with Archbishop Chaput. The Archbishop will hear confessions at 5:30 PM followed by mass at 6:30 PM each Sunday.
R.C.I.A.
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Are you or someone you know interested in joining the Catholic Church? Are you curious about the Catholic faith but unsure you want to make a commitment? Are you a Catholic who desires to complete the initiation process by receiving Eucharist and/or Confirmation? If you answered yes to any of these questions, R.C.I.A. may be for you. This program is designed to assist youth and adults who:
Have never been baptized and wish to be baptized in the Catholic Church.
Have been baptized in another Christian tradition and wish to become Catholic.
Have been baptized Catholic but have not received First Eucharist and/or Confirmation.
If you are interested in learning more about the RCIA program, please call Mary Kate Murphy at 610-623-5160. Classes are beginning shortly.
THE CATHOLIC STANDARD & TIMES
The Catholic Standard & Times will now be publishing their newspaper on a monthly basis. They will be sending each parish a certain amount of issues at no charge. These monthly newspapers will be available in the vestibules of church. Please be sure to take one home with you each month.
CLOTHING DRIVE
The St. Vincent DePaul Society will be having a clothing drive on Saturday, February 4th, from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM at St. Philomena Parish, 41 E. Baltimore Avenue in Lansdowne. They would appreciate any usable clothing, small household goods, small appliances in good working order, shoes, books, etc. If you would have any bulk items that you wish to donate, you may call them at 215-288-8160 and arrange a time for them to pick them up from your home.
MONSIGNOR BONNER MOTHERS CLUB
A trip to St. Michael’s Maryland is planned for Saturday, May 5, 2012. Arrive at St. Michael’s and board "The Patriot" for a relaxing and narrative cruise along the beautiful Miles River, part of the Chesapeake Bay Estuary. Enjoy a sit-down lunch at the famous CRAB CLAW restaurant. Price is $105 per person with a $60 down payment at the time of reservations. Call Marie at 610-532-8190.
MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING
All employees of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and volunteers must register to attend a Mandated Reporter Training Program hosted by the Office for Child and Youth Protection. This training is required for anyone who, during the course of their ministry, come into regular contact with children. Regular contact is defined by the Archdiocesan policy as once a week. In order to attend this training you must register and complete a brief questionnaire. Please note that only one person per email account is allowed. The website can be found at: http://archphila.org/protection/index.htm. Employees must attend the 3 hour training session; volunteers only need to take the 1 hour training session
IMPORTANT PARISH MEETING
A very important meeting was held in our social hall on Monday, June 13th, at 7:00 PM. This meeting was planned to discuss the future of our parish. Our Regional Vicar, Monsignor George A. Majoros, was present at this meeting. Here is a Power Point Presentation from that night showing the state of the parish relative to the last 10 years.
Click here for Power Point Presentation.
UPPER DARBY SENIOR CENTER
Membership at the Upper Darby Senior Center is FREE! You can even arrange a door-to-door bus ride and enjoy a full lunch for just $2.00. Some of the activities include computerized fitness equipment, bingo, card games, live music, line dancing, casino trips, free blood pressure, legal advocate and much more. The center is located at 326 Watkins Avenue and their phone number is 610-734-7652.
MUSIC MINISTRY
This ministry is open to all who have a talent to share. We need cantors, and, if you play an instrument and would like to participate in our liturgies, please join us. Call Mary Lou Love at 610-623-5160 or Maryanne LaMonaca at 610-259-8828.
BEQUESTS
You can make a bequest to St. Cyril Parish by having the following statement, or something similar, included in your will: "I leave to St. Cyril Parish the sum of $___ for its religious and charitable works." This is one way that will ensure that St. Cyril Parish will continue into the future and is able to further all the good works that have been done here in the past.
ROSARY-MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA
You are invited to pray the Rosary every day from Monday through Sunday before the 8:00 AM Mass. The Miraculous Medal Novena prayers will be recited after the 8:00 AM Mass on Saturday. Also, confessions will be heard before the 8:00 AM Mass on Sunday morning.
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GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING Collection amount January 22, 2012 $2,469.00 Collection amount January 23, 2011 $4,031.00 COMMENT FROM FATHER DOMINIC MONTHLY MAILINGS In an effort to cut back on some of our expenses, we will now send monthly contribution envelopes to only those parishioners who actively use them. At this time, we mail out 552 monthly packets of envelopes to parish families. Of those 552, only 160 are used on a regular basis. We will be placing approximately 390 families on our "inactive mailing list". Your families will then receive envelopes for Easter, Christmas and the Annual Block Collection. You can always call the rectory if you decide to be placed back on our active mailing list.
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JANUARY LOTTO
Congratulations to the winners of the daily lotto for last week. They were:
DATE NUMBER WINNER AMOUNT
1/16 189 Unsold
1/17 325 Unsold
1/18 198 Unsold
1/19 108 Diane Marrongelli $50
1/20 590 Unsold
1/21 714 Chris Love $50
1/22 025 Unsold
February lotto tickets are now available. For just $5.00 your number is good for the entire month. Please consider buying a ticket or selling some to your family, friends or co-workers. Remember – you have to play to win!
POWERHOUSE OF PRAYER
Camilla Hall is a convent home for the sick and aging Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The Camilla sisters are ready, willing and able to respond to your requests for prayers and special intentions. Call 610-386-2000 to leave a message or email
prayforme@camillahall.org.
MONSIGNOR BONNER BASEBALL CAMP
The Annual Winter Baseball Camp is being held Saturday and Sunday, February 4th and 5th, 2012 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. The camp is open to boys in grades 6, 7 and 8. The cost is $45.00 for one day or $80.00 for both. Contact Head Coach Joe DeBarberie at joe@aisinsurance.net or 610-715-4042.
TRIP TO IRELAND
St. Joseph Parish in Collingdale is planning a trip to Ireland (featuring the Shrine of Knock) August 16 – 25, 2012. An information meeting will be held on Monday, January 23rd at 6:30 PM in their Parish Hall. For questions, please call the rectory at 610-583-4530, extension 12.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Can you make a place in your family for a special child? Catholic Social Services is looking for single or married adults to become foster parents to children of all ages, denominations and races. For more information about foster care, please contact them at 215-587-3960.
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
St. James Alumni Association has announced the availability of a book about the history of St. James High School and includes a section on Notre Dame High School. The name of the book is "Chronicles of Pride" by Tony Iacone ’63. The cost is $25, or if it is to be mailed, add $5 for shipping and handling. The Doghouse is open Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM or you can call 610-876-2006 to order.
BIG G LABELS
Our parish school still participates in the Campbell’s Labels for Education program. Please save all your "Big G" Box Tops and Campbell’s Labels, along with any blue register tapes from the Acme Markets in Clifton Heights and Bond Shopping Center. There is a container in the vestibule of church where you can drop off these items. Thank you for your support.
DIVINE PROVIDENCE VILLAGE
Divine Providence Village in Springfield is home to women with developmental disabilities. They are now looking for volunteers to spend some time with the Ladies. Some of the women have no families to visit them. If you think you could be a companion and would like to serve God’s Special People you can contact Sister Mary Veasy at 610-328-7730, extension 36130.
CYO NEWS
When making your donation to the United Way Campaign, please remember our CYO program. Their ID number is 06837. Thank you for your consideration and generosity.
MERCY FITZGERALD HOSPITAL
Mercy Fitzgerald is looking for new members to join the hospital’s Ladies Auxiliary. If you are someone who is interested in sharing your time and talents, please contact Laureen at 610-237-4983.
ATTENTION BONNER GRADS
The Monsignor Bonner High School Alumni Association is in the process of reorganizing and becoming an integral part of the Bonner Community. Any graduate from the classes of 1957-2007 who might be interested in serving as their class representative are asked to contact the School Development Office at 610-259-0280 or Joe Mattson’ 71, Alumni President, at 610-325-2456.
SPECIAL NOTICE
There have been reports from Churches in the area concerning robberies during Communion time. Some people’s purses and/or pocketbooks have been stolen when the parishioners are receiving Communion. Please do not leave any of your valuables unattended, especially during Communion time. Please let an usher, sacristan or priest know if something is missing at any time.
WALK OF MEMORIES
There are still bricks available for purchase for our Walk of Memories. Bricks cost $100, $200 and $300. Brochures are available in all vestibules. This is a nice way to remember a loved one, a family who has been in the parish, a wedding, etc. Forms are also available by visiting our website: www.saintcyril.org/order.
ALTAR ANGELS - HELP WANTED
If you can spare one hour on Thursday mornings after the 8:00 AM Mass to help clean the Sanctuary, it would be greatly appreciated.
SAINT CYRIL'S ALUMNI COMMITTEE
If you would like to be added to our mailing list for notice of future events, please contact Jim Gray at jeg19026@mail.com or send your name, address and year of graduation or other affiliation to:
St. Cyril Alumni Committee
P.O. Box 1094
Lansdowne, PA 19050
UNITED WAY
When donating to the United Way, please remember our parish CYO program. Our United Way number is 06837. Thank you for your past generosity and consideration for this year.
SUPERMARKET GIFT CARDS
We sell gift cards for Acme, Giant, Pathmark and Fresh Grocer. They come in denominations of $25, $50 or $100. We are now making these available for you to purchase in the vestibules after mass. The parish earns a 5% discount on all orders and school families are eligible to receive a discount on their tuition. Call Mary Lou for more information at 610-623-5160. If anyone would like to help sell these gift cards at mass, please let us know.
If you do your grocery shopping at any of these stores, why not try using gift cards? They are sold after every mass on the weekend and are available during the week at the rectory. If you call ahead, we will have your order ready for you to pick up.
LOST AND FOUND
There are quite a few items that have been left in Church such as hats, gloves, glasses, etc. If you think you may have left something behind, please call Steve Love at 610-724-7128 to claim these items.
PUT YOUR OLD WHEELS TO WORK
The Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Philadelphia welcomes any vehicle donation 1993 or newer cars, trucks, vans or motorcycles – working or not! All you need to do is to provide the vehicles’ title and they will do the rest, even provide free towing! You will receive a receipt that makes your donation tax-deductible. You can call 215-288-8160.
Saint Cyril's Alumni Committee
Any Alumni or friend of the Parish who would like to be added to our mailing list for notice of future events please contact Jim Gray at jeg19026@mail.com or send your name, address and year of graduation or other affiliation to:
St. Cyril Alumni Committee
P.O. Box 1094
Lansdowne, PA 19050
PAPER RECYCLING
Please bring all your old newspapers, magazines, catalogs and mail to the green and yellow dumpsters located in the schoolyard behind the convent. Please do not put any cardboard boxes, telephone books or plastic bags in these dumpsters. You can add recycling to your errand route and bring your papers by once a week and help our parish raise money.
Help us help the environment and recycle your old magazines, newspapers, catalogs, paperback books, etc. Please – no plastic or cardboard! The more paper we collect, the more energy we help to preserve!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Santa Anna Council of the Knights of Columbus is currently looking for a few good men. The Knights of Columbus offers many benefits and opportunities for members and their families. Some benefits include low cost life insurance as well as scholarship and student loans to members and their families. We also run various programs that have a positive impact on our parish and community. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please call Jim Gray at 610-284-5984.
I’m happy to report that our website is alive and well after suffering some temporary setbacks. Make sure that you check it out. www.Knights4461.org It will be updated on a regular basis.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
If anyone would be interested in becoming a foster parent to children of all ages and races, please call Catholic Social Services. There is a special need for families who can provide care to Teenagers, a population that needs love, guidance and support as they move into adulthood. To learn more about this program, please call Melissa at 215-587-2458.Individual, couples or family counseling sessions are available through Catholic Social Services. Insurance accepted and a sliding scale fee is offered for those without coverage. Please call 610-626-6550 for more information or to make an appointment.
Catholic Social Services, 240 N. Bishop Avenue in Springfield, has assistance to those who need any help with baby items. You can see them even before your baby is born for your newborn gift package. For more information, call 610-626-6550. They are open every Thursday from 9:15 – 11:45 AM.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Put your old wheels to work. The Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Philadelphia welcomes any vehicle donation of 1993 or newer cars, trucks, vans or motorcycles – working or not! All you need to do is to provide the vehicles title and they will do the rest. They provide free towing and do all the paper work. You will receive a receipt that makes your donation tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer for details. Call 215-288-8160 for more information.
ST. LUCY DAY SCHOOL
If you have a child with any type of visual impairment, St. Lucy Day School offers a curriculum approved by the Office of Catholic Education for children from birth through grade 8. Classes are held at Holy Innocents School in Philadelphia. Call 215-289-4220 to make an appointment with Sister Meg Fleming, I.H.M., Principal.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Volunteers are urgently needed! The Red Cross is currently looking for help at their local bloodmobiles. You would greet and register the donors and serve refreshments. Volunteers may select days and locations nearby their homes to suit their schedules. Must be available weekdays. Drivers are also needed. Please call 215-405-8840 if interested.
MUSIC MINISTRY
We are always looking for anyone who would like to share their time and talent in praise and thanksgiving to God. Call the Rectory at 610-623-5160 and leave your name and number and we will have our Music Minister contact you. Thank you.
DIVINE MERCY PARISH
Divine Mercy Parish, 67th and Chester Avenues, invites the Spanish community to celebrate mass in their home language Sundays at 12:30 PM. All are welcome to attend mass and gather after for a social. Benediction will follow at 4:00 PM.
VISITING ANGELS
The Visiting Angels, which is a senior home healthcare agency, is always looking for qualified caregivers. Duties would include assistance in hygiene, meals and light housework. The Aging of America brings constant calls from families who wish to remain in their homes. Call 610-924-9663 to schedule an appointment to apply to their agency. You may also visit their website at www.visitingangels.com.
Interested in providing care to Seniors in their homes? Visiting Angels has paid jobs available for experienced caregivers to provide in-home care for seniors. Duties would include assistance in hygiene, meals, light housework and companionship. Call 610-924-9663 to schedule an appointment to apply for a position in their agency.
LITTLE FLOWER MANOR
Little Flower Manor in Darby is now offering Short-Term Rehabilitation for Medicare patients following Surgery/Injury, Stroke, Hip Fracture, Knee Replacement, Wound Care or general reconditioning following hospitalization. If you or your loved one is in need of these services please call Joanne Comly for information at 610-534-6036.
MERCY FITZGERALD HOSPITAL
Volunteers are needed to help with bringing the Eucharist to our patients. This is a wonderful ministry that brings many blessings to those who do it. We are especially in need of people for weekends and Wednesdays. Please contact Sr. Angela Fellin at 610-237-4738 if you are interested. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
DIVINE PROVIDENCE VILLAGE
Many full-time and part-time Direct Care Worker positions are available at Divine Providence Village in Springfield. Experience preferred but not absolutely necessary. For more information, please visit our website at www.cssmrserv.org . Applications are being accepted at 686 Old Marple Road, Springfield
UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
If you participate in the United Way Campaign, we would be most grateful if you remember our CYO program. Our donor number is 06897. Your generosity in the past has been greatly appreciated.
SEPARATED & DIVORCED CATHOLICS
There is a monthly meeting for Separated or Divorced Catholics every month at Holy Cross Parish in Springfield in the Catholic Social Services Building. This group helps to support people going through difficult times due to separation and divorce. Newcomers please come at 7:15 PM for a short orientation and handouts. Call Alice at 610-259-9336 for more information.
CATHOLIC YOUNG ADULTS
A calendar of upcoming events for Catholic Young Adults in their 20s and 30s throughout the Philadelphia Archdiocese is now available at www.stillcatholic.com/PHILLY.htm .
MARY, MOTHER OF CAPTIVES
A support group for those with a loved one in prison will hold meetings every second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM at St. Charles Borromeo Convent Meeting Room, 3407 Dennison Avenue, Drexel Hill. For more information, please call Jack or Sophie at 215-698-7656 or visit: www.MMOCsupportgroup.org. Total anonymity guaranteed.
RETROUVAILLE MARRIAGE PROGRAM
Retrouvaille is a Catholic based program to help marriages that are stressed or in trouble. Retrouvaille has helped countless married couples in all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage. Retrouvaille can help your marriage too. All calls are confidential. For more information, call 1-800-470-2230 or visit the website at:
www.HelpOurMarriage.com
FAMILY LIFE OFFICE PROGRAMS
SYSTEMATIC TRAINING FOR EFFECTIVE PARENTING is a program designed to teach skills to parents, so they can relate more effectively with their children. For information on programs currently scheduled in Delaware County call 610-660-9002.
THE TRIBUNAL OFFICE
The Tribunal is a group of specially qualified priests, sisters and lay persons whose responsibility is to come to the help of people who have experienced divorce. The Annulment procedure addresses problems surrounding divorces without affixing blame on either party. If you are divorced or married outside the Catholic Church, please telephone the Tribunal Office at 215-587-3750. All interviews are private.
CHURCH MINISTRY INSTITUTE
Are you interested in a little more background in your faith? Do you want to fill in some learning gaps for personal reasons or to enable you to volunteer with confidence in your parish? Consider attending the Church Ministry Institute, a three-year certificate program offered by the Archdiocese. Convenient locations. For more information, call 215-587-0551.
VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATORS
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia provides comprehensive assistance to anyone who, as a minor, was sexually abused by a priest, deacon, teacher, employee or representative of the Archdiocese. Parents, guardians, children and survivors of sexual abuse are invited and encouraged to contact the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
When you make contact you can expect a confidential consultation with an Assistance Coordinator. The Archdiocese utilizes licensed social workers to provide this confidential service. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is committed to assisting you in the pursuit of emotional and spiritual well being.
ASIAN OUTREACH PROJECT
The County Office for the Services for the Aging in Delaware County is starting a program for the Korean and Vietnamese populations in Upper Darby at the Welcome Center, 7000 Walnut Street. Interpreters that can volunteer from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM once a week are needed. Please call David Parella at 610-499-1978 for information.
UPCOMING REUNIONS:
SAVE THE DATES
ST. BARNABAS PARISH
St. Barnabas Alumni Association is looking for all graduates. If you attended or know someone who did, please send your name, address, email and graduation year to St. Barnabas Alumni, 6300 Buist Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19142, email them at saintbarnabasalumni@yahoo.com or call Cathy Callinan at 215-726-1119.
ST. THOMAS MOORE HIGH SCHOOL
The Alumni Association of St. Thomas More High School is very active and holds a well-attended Communion Breakfast every year, along with socials, class reunions, a memorial Mass and a golf outing. If you are not receiving the newsletters or announcements, please contact the Alumni at their website, www.stmforever.com or call John Millon at 610-259-0380.
IRS REGULATION
"Our parish school admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. Similar policies apply to the school staff. Our school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, its admission policies, or in any school-administered program".
ALTAR ANGELS
Our "Altar Angels" are in need of extra help on Thursday afternoons cleaning the church. If you would be able to donate an hour or two of your time, please come to church any Thursday afternoon at 1:00 PM. Thank you.
UNITED WAY
When making your donation to the United Way Campaign, please remember our CYO program. Their ID number is 06837. Thank you for your consideration and generosity.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
St. Francis Country House is currently seeking volunteers to assist residents within the facility in a variety of areas. Help is needed to assist staff with transporting residents to various activities, assisting in our chapel, gift shop, beauty shop, and central supply area. If you feel that you can donate some of your time, please contact Millie Roberts at 610-461-6510.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
The Society of St. Vincent DePaul will pick-up any large quantity of clothing, household items or furniture. To schedule a pick-up, please call 215-288-8160. Tax donation receipts are available upon request.
Put your old wheels to work. The Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Philadelphia welcomes any vehicle donation of 1993 or newer cars, trucks, vans or motorcycles – working or not! All you need to do is to provide the vehicles title and they will do the rest. They provide free towing and do all the paper work. You will receive a receipt that makes your donation tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer for details. Call 215-288-8160 for more information.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is every Friday from 8:30 AM until 6:00 PM.
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GUIDELINES FOR SPEAKING AT FUNERALS The following are recent guidelines from the Archdiocese regarding "Words of Remembrance" at parish funerals. The Order of Christian Funerals allows for a family member or friend of the deceased to speak after Communion, before the Final Commendation. Only one family member or friend is permitted to speak for no more than three minutes. These words of remembrance are meant to show an appreciation for the life of the deceased. They may take the form of a prayer or an inspirational text. Those who wish to give a eulogy or to share a story could consider doing so at the Viewing/Wake or at the cemetery.
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HOSPITAL STAYS
A recently enacted law has affected the longstanding practice of hospitals and nursing facilities to provide information to churches about parishioners who are patients/residents. Because of this new law, the priests and the staff in the Parish office may not promptly learn, or may not learn at all, that a member of the Parish has been admitted to a hospital. If you, or a member of your family, are hospitalized, and you want the Parish office to know, please personally contact the office and identify the patient, the hospital and the room number. Because all area hospitals may not have the same policies allowing the priest of the parish to know when members are patients, direct notice to the Parish from you or your family is a better approach. If you will be undergoing elective surgery, please call the rectory in advance to receive the Sacrament of the Sick (Anointing). Emergency calls will be handled at all times.
SUPERMARKET GIFT CARDS
This program earns money for the Parish or Tuition credit at no cost to you! The parish earns 5% on each of your purchases. Buying these gift cards is an easy habit to start and a great way to help generate needed funds for the parish. Beginning this weekend we will have them available in the vestibules at mass. We sell gift cards for Acme, Giant, Pathmark and Fresh Grocer. They come in denominations of $25, $50 or $100. If you would like to call the rectory during the week to place your order, we will see to it that it is ready for you to pick up at mass that weekend. Call Mary Lou for more information at 610-623-5160. If anyone would like to help sell these gift cards at mass, please let us know. Help is always needed and appreciated.
HOURS OF SALE FOR STORE CERTIFICATES
Weekend At All Masses
CERTIFICATES ARE SOLD FOR:
ACME,
PATHMARK,
FRESH GROCERS (Drexeline and Barclay Square),
AND GIANT
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