Saint Cyril Of Alexandria
Roman Catholic Church
153 Penn Boulevard,
East Lansdowne, Pa 19050
Click here for our School Web Page and information about our Learning Support Program
Saint Cyril Of Alexandria
Roman Catholic Church
153 Penn Boulevard,
East Lansdowne, Pa 19050
Click
here for our School Web Page and information about our Learning Support Program
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ST. CYRIL SCHOOL
Our school is currently accepting registrations for Kindergarten
through 8th grade. Families are invited to "Open House"
every Tuesday between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM for a tour of the school and to meet
the staff and students. You can also schedule a personal tour by calling the
school office at 610-623-1113.
For those families who are new to the school, proof of vaccinations from
the child’s doctor, a birth certificate, a baptismal certificate and the
appropriate registration fee must accompany the registration form. For more
information click here, or please call the school office at 610-623-1113.
FIFTEENTH SUNDAY OF
ORDINARY TIME
JULY 13, 2008
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FROM THE PASTOR HEAR AND UNDERSTAND To hear the word of God is easy. To understand the word of God involves more than listening. As disciples of Jesus Christ we have been given the gift of God’s word. Jesus Christ is that Word of God. We need to listen to Christ but we also need to let Jesus Christ grow within us. There are many people who can quote chapter and verse to us about what Christ says. There are not as many people who live the word of God. There are fewer whose lives are rooted in Jesus Christ. To be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world, you and I are called to understand Christ in the same way we try to understand someone whom we love. Christ’s love for us makes it possible for us to be filled with the Holy Spirit. It is this Spirit of God who helps us to understand and love Jesus Christ. We who are inspired by Christ can yield a fruitful harvest of saving deeds in the world. These deeds don’t need to be large in order to be effective. Our good deeds, if they come from our hearts full of love for God, will be like seeds that will continue to grow from one generation to the next. |
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK:
Tonya Trinkle, Denise Gibbons, Ann Dolhancryk, Marge Augustine, Dickie Kolhoff, Florence Hutton, Sheela Harty, Joseph Donnelly, Winifred Kohlbrenner, Jack McCormick, Kathy Carney, John Devlin, David Kohlbrenner, John Shank, Anna Hartnett, Thomas Sadall, Louis Emmons, Sally Gilronan, Kimberly StantonDECEASED: Gloria Gwatney
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, JULY 14TH
8:00 James & Catherine Hilton
TUESDAY, JULY 15TH
8:00 Deceased Members of the Harkins Family
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16TH
8:00 Amanda Donaldson
THURSDAY, JULY 17TH
8:00 Joseph & Margaret Curley
FRIDAY, JULY 18TH
8:00 Sarah Rossi
SATURDAY, JULY 19TH
8:00 Tommy Gilronan (35th Anniversary)
2009 MASS BOOK
We are now accepting requests for Announced Masses for 2009 as well as Sanctuary Lights. The cost for each intention is $10 and payment must accompany your request. Office hours are 9:30AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. If you are unable to come to the rectory during this time you may mail your intentions with your check to the attention of Mary Lou Love.
"THE DAILY MASS"
St. Ann’s located in Scranton, PA, produces a daily televised Mass that is broadcast in the Philadelphia area. The Mass airs Monday through Friday on WPPX-TV PAX 61 at 2:00 PM.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be on Friday from 8:30 AM until 7:00 PM.
CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
This annual collection will be taken up next weekend, July 12/13. Monies collected for this program help the very poor in the United States. The efforts of this program are supported almost entirely through this annual appeal nationwide. Thank you for your support and concern for the needy in our country.
ST. CYRIL SCHOOL
Our school is currently accepting registrations for Kindergarten
through 8th grade. Families are invited to "Open House"
every Tuesday between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM for a tour of the school and to meet
the staff and students. You can also schedule a personal tour by calling the
school office at 610-623-1113.
For those families who are new to the school, proof of vaccinations from
the child’s doctor, a birth certificate, a baptismal certificate and the
appropriate registration fee must accompany the registration form. For more
information click here, or please call the school office at 610-623-1113.
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SANCTUARY LIGHT MEMORIAL PROGRAM The Sanctuary Light is burning this week in memory of Simon Toai through the kindness of Sue Vu. SANCTUARY LIGHTS If you would like to have a loved one remembered, please contact Mary Lou at the Rectory – 610-623-5160. Lights are each $10.00. |
ALTAR SERVERS
If any student in the parish going into 5th, 6th or 7th grade would like to be an Altar Server, please call the Rectory at 610-623-5160. Any child is welcome – you do not have to be a student in the school. If you attend our PREP program, you are most welcome.
BEST WISHES
Congratulations to Monsignor Herbert Bevard on his appointment as Bishop of Saint Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Monsignor has been a priest of this Archdiocese for 36 years. He will be ordained a bishop on September 3, 2008 in St. Thomas. Our prayers and best wishes are with him.
LADIES NIGHT OUT
St. Cyril School Development Committee will hold a "Ladies Night Out" on Friday, October 3rd, from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM in our Social Hall. We are looking for vendors for this fun and relaxing night of one stop shopping for the girls. Only one vendor per company will be accepted. Merchandise must be new items. Tables are $15.00 each (table provided). Please contact Barbara Gray at 610-284-5984 for more information.
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.
CONGRATULATIONS
We received notification from students who attend Upper Darby High School on their last semester report cards. We are particularly proud of Billy Hilferty ’09, Holly Hilferty ’11 and Danielle Peascheck ’11 for achieving Distinguished Honor Roll status.
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.
Our Knights Of Columbus now have their own website updated on a regular basis. Click on the image above or the link below to see the Knights' Website. http://www.knights4461.org
Click here for Knights of Columbus Santa Anna Council, No. 4461 Website.
BASKETBALL CAMP
Monsignor Bonner High School will be holding one more week of basketball camp this summer under the direction of Head Coach Brian Daly. The dates of the camp are July 21st – July 25th. For more information you can contact Coach Daly at 610-761-0191 or bdaly21@yahoo.com.
MARRIAGE IN TODAY’S CHURCH
The bishops want to direct resources toward strengthening marriage as both a human institution and a Christian sacrament. Specifically, they wish to:
Show pastoral concern for strengthening marriage in all its stages and circumstances, through listening to the experience of the Christian faithful.
Promote more extensive and effective ministries to marriage particularly in parishes.
Stimulate a stronger witness by couples themselves to the value of marriage.
For more information, visit For Your Marriage Website at www.foryourmarriage.org.
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.
CYO NEWS
The Archdiocesan CYO Track Finals took place on May 31st at Franklin Field. We are very proud to announce that St. Cyril’s 8th Grade Student – Evan Dangerfield – took the Gold Medal in the Girls 13-14 year old 100-meter dash. Not only did Evan win the Gold – she broke a 25-year record with her time. Congratulations to Evan on this wonderful accomplishment and also to our track coach and his staff!
ST. CYRIL WILDCATS FOOTBALL
Congratulations to the CYO Football team for a great season this fall.
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here to see pictures from this season.
JUNE LOTTO
We will publish two weeks of winners for the lotto in next week’s bulletin. Please consider buying a ticket or selling some to your family, friends or co-workers. For only $5.00 your number is good for the entire month. Remember – you have to play to win!
DATE NUMBER WINNER AMOUNT
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GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING Collection amount July 6, 2008 $5,470.00 Collection amount July 8, 2007 $4,350.85 COMMENT FROM FATHER KEARNS PARISHIONER COMMENT |
ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
An All-Class Reunion is being planned for St. Bernadette Parish in Drexel Hill for Saturday, November 29th as part of the parish’s 60th Anniversary celebration. For more information contact Carolyn Graham Kilroy at 610-446-1484, Tara Sullivan Sweeney at 610-853-5477 or email: BerniesAllClassReunion@comcast.net.
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY PARISH
The 1960 8th Grade Class from Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Darby is planning a 50th reunion for 2010. They are now in the process of locating classmates. Please call Barbara Micucci at 610-353-6873 or email at Bvm60reunion@aol.com.
ALTAR ANGELS - HELP WANTED
Our wonderful, dedicated group of volunteers who help keep our sanctuary clean is getting smaller and smaller. If anyone can spare an hour on Thursday mornings after the 8:00 AM mass to assist these ladies, it would be very much 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.
CHARASMATIC PRAYER GROUP
Father Rayford Emmons will begin having a Charasmatic Prayer Group every Thursday evening from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM in Church. For further information, please call Father at 610-259-1476.
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.
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.
BONNER/ PRENDIE BEACH BLAST
A joint All-Class Reunion is planned for Saturday, August 2nd at the LaCosta Lounge in Sea Isle City, NJ from 3:00 – 8:00 PM. Price is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Call Dee Vaughn at 610-259-6012 or development@bonnerhigh.com. Proceeds provide tuition assistance to Bonner and Prendie students.
WEST CATHOLIC GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
The class of ’58 is planning their 50th reunion for Sunday, September 28th. The event will be held at the Springfield Country Club from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM. Contact Felicia Gerace Lynch at 610-449-2561.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Share the gift of literacy and become a volunteer tutor for adult students at the Delaware County Literacy Council. A very gratifying and rewarding experience. Meet with students at one of our two centers, Lansdowne Avenue and Providence Road or at one of Delaware County Libraries. Contact Linda Radabaugh at 610-876-4811 for information.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
Time is of the greatest gift. Give a couple hours to God through volunteering at the Society of St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Shop located at 125 Chester Avenue in Yeadon. If interested, please call Theresa at 215-288-9540, extension 102 or stop in and speak with Donna. Thank you for helping them help others.
ST. CYRIL SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
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From Fr. Kearn's sermon opening Catholic Schools Week January 27, 2008
Catholic Schools: Light The Way
Today we are grateful to almighty God for His many blessings on our parish. We are blessed with a parish school and a wonderful principal, Sister Barbara Montague. We have this school because of the many generations of people who have gone before us.
It is the parents and grandparents and great-grandparents of today’s students who have made it possible for these fine young men and women to attend this school. This is a school where cultural diversity is lived out in honest interaction. We are a Catholic school but we share respect with families from other faith traditions. It is our racial and cultural diversity which makes us a vital force for good in our neighborhood.
The teachers, administration and the school and rectory staffs work well together to provide an excellent experience for the children. The students here at St. Cyril School learn not only academic subjects. The students are challenged to form moral values and civic attitudes which will prepare them for their future.
Through this moral, spiritual and academic formation our students can recognize that their parents and grandparents have made great sacrifices for them. These sacrifices remind us of the great price which Christ paid so that we might see the light of salvation. That light has been passed on from generation to generation.
It is up to today’s generation of students to experience the Light which is showing them the way to happiness. In the excitement of knowing the love of their ancestors, our students will realize that they can hope for a brighter future.
Through the guidance of God who surrounds them, these young people, the hope of the future, will bring good news to those desperately in need of someone to light the way.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
On 5/19/08, our development committee met and decided on the following fundraisers for 2008-2009.
#1.) $1,000 Gas Card Raffle beginning 9/1/08
drawing Christmas Tree lighting 12/07/08
#2.) Ladies Nite Out 10/03/08
#3.) Casino / Nite at the Races 10/25/08
#4.) Super 50/50 Raffle beginning 12/08/08
ending 3/14/09 (St. Patrick's Alumni / Parish Reunion)
#5.) St. Patick's Alumni / Parish Beef & Beer 3/14/09
#6.) Sports Ticket Raffle beginning 3/15/09
(Eagles, Flyers, Phillies, Sixers Tickets)
If you have any additional ideas please let me know.
Thanks, Jim jeg19026@mail.com
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.
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.
LABELS FOR EDUCATION
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 or Drexel Hill (Bond Shopping Center). There is a container in the vestibule of church where you can drop off these items. Thank you for your support.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services is looking for single or married adults to become foster parents to children of all ages and races. 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 becoming foster parents, please call Melissa at 215-587-3960.
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.
SPONSOR A STUDENT
TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
St. Cyril has a program in place to help with the tuition needs of some of
our parish families. Many of us were fortunate to receive a free (or almost
free) Catholic education. Today that is not possible. For the 2004-05 school
year, our school families pay tuition of $2,225 for one child; $2,900 for two
children and $3,550 for 3 or more children. Should you wish to help a family
with their tuition bills, see www.saintcyril.org/sponsor.htm click
here for more information or contact Fr. Kearns. All inquiries are
confidential and your support is most appreciated as we try to help those
families who are struggling to keep their children in our parish school.
For more information click here.
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.
R.C.I.A.
If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming a Catholic, please join us for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) on Thursday nights at 7:30 PM in the school. Our weekly meetings are open to all parishioners as well and to anyone who would like to learn more about the faith. We have a diverse and interesting group of teachers, cover all kinds of topics and are open to any and all questions. For more information, please call Mary Kate Murphy at 610-259-2949.
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.
UPPER DARBY SENIOR CENTER
The Senior Citizens of the parish are invited to join others at the Watkins Senior Center Monday through Saturday. The center is located at 326 Watkins Avenue in Upper Darby. You can call Michael Maloney or Mary Ann Manfre at 610-734-7652 for more information about the center and their activities.
UPPER DARBY/CARDINGTON-STONEHURST
TOWN WATCH
The Cardington-Stonehurst Civic Association will also hold their meeting the same night at 7:15 PM. A Town Watch is being formed and we need you! Please contact Ed Gorman at 610-209-6542 for more information. These two groups meet every 1st Tuesday of the month. Everyone is always welcome!
CARDINGTON-STONEHURST CIVIC ASSOCIATION
This group meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM. The purpose of this organization is to unite the neighborhood to improve its safety, appearance and quality of life. Meetings are held at the Watkins Avenue Multi-Purpose Activity Center (behind the 69th Street Athletic Field). For more information, please contact Amy Laub, PO Box 2315, Upper Darby, PA 19082 or email her at amylaub@rcn.com.
The Community Affairs group meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Watkins Multi Purpose Center. Contact Officer Tom Nee at 610-734-7769 for more information.
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.
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
A Director of Nursing position is available at Divine Providence Village in Springfield. Job requirements include 3 years nursing experience as a PA licensed RN and a valid driver’s license for the past 5 years. Send cover letter and resume to: Divine Providence Village, C/O HR-P.P., 686 Old Marple Road, Springfield, PA 19064. The office phone number is 610-544-1710.
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
For those experiencing the trauma of marital separation and divorce. Their programs enable separated/divorced Catholics understand their experience and to start or continue the recovery process. For more information, please call Alice at 610-259-9336.
ST. PHILOMENA’S NEW CENTURIONS
The Senior Citizens of St. Philomena Parish cordially invite all the seniors of our parish to attend their meetings which are held on the 2nd Monday of every month. Call Marie Murrin at 610-626-5634 or Gerry Carmichael at 610-622-1580.
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.
RETROUVAILLE MARRIAGE PROGRAM
Retrouvaille Marriage Program is a program for Married Couples who feel anxious or stressed about their marriage. If you want to re-discover your marriage then Retrouvaille may be able to help you. Please visit our website at www.retrouvaille.org or call 1-800-470-2230 for more information.
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.
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:
BONNER/ PRENDIE BEACH BLAST
A joint All-Class Reunion is planned for Saturday, August 2nd at the LaCosta Lounge in Sea Isle City, NJ from 3:00 – 8:00 PM. Price is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Call Dee Vaughn at 610-259-6012 or development@bonnerhigh.com. Proceeds provide tuition assistance to Bonner and Prendie students.
WEST CATHOLIC GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
The class of ’58 is planning their 50th reunion for Sunday, September 28th. The event will be held at the Springfield Country Club from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM. Contact Felicia Gerace Lynch at 610-449-2561.
ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
An All-Class Reunion is being planned for St. Bernadette Parish in Drexel Hill for Saturday, November 29th as part of the parish’s 60th Anniversary celebration. For more information contact Carolyn Graham Kilroy at 610-446-1484, Tara Sullivan Sweeney at 610-853-5477 or email: BerniesAllClassReunion@comcast.net.
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY PARISH
The 1960 8th Grade Class from Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Darby is planning a 50th reunion for 2010. They are now in the process of locating classmates. Please call Barbara Micucci at 610-353-6873 or email at Bvm60reunion@aol.com.
SACRED HEART PARISH
Sacred Heart Parish in Clifton Heights is planning an all-school reunion. If you would be interested in having your name put on an information list call the Rectory at 610-623-0409 or email sch316@aol.com. This reunion will be a great way to celebrate the Parish’s upcoming 100th Anniversary.
MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT PARISH
An 8th grade reunion for the class of 1946 from Most Blessed Sacrament Parish in Philadelphia is being held on November 2nd. Please contact Joe O’Toole at 610-284-7425.
ST. GABRIEL SCHOOL
St. Gabriel School in Norwood is currently looking for any and all Alumni. If you or anyone you know attended St. Gabriel School it is now time to get back in touch with your Alma Mater. Please e-mail your current information to Judy Dunn at mgdunn@comcast.net or call the school at 610-532-3234.
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".
BINGO
I thank Frank Eggles and his wonderful Crew of volunteers who have kept our Bingo program running over the years. Unfortunately, we can no longer continue our Tuesday evening games. Look for future fund-raisers to be announced.
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.
ANNIVERSARY BOOKS
There are still some commemorative 75th Anniversary Books available at a cost of $25.00 each. If you would like to purchase one of these keepsakes, please call Mary Lou at the Rectory at 610-623-5160.
UNITED WAY
St. Cyril’s CYO currently supports over 250 boys and girls participating on more than 20 teams. By directing your United Way contribution to St. Cyril’s CYO you will enable us to continue our fine tradition of a strong CYO program which is a great asset to St. Cyril Parish. Our code number is 06837. Thank you for your support.
"THE DAILY MASS"
St. Ann’s located in Scranton, PA, produces a daily televised Mass that is broadcast in the Philadelphia area. The Mass airs Monday through Friday on WPPX-TV PAX 61 at 2:00 PM.
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.
LEGION OF MARY
St. Cyril Parish’s Legion of Mary are always looking for new members. If you’d like to find out more about this organization, please call Carol Shiber at 610-623-7773
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be on Friday from 8:30 AM Mass until 7:00 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. If you have any questions about this policy, please speak with Father Kearns.
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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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