sign in sign up
<<
Home , Francis Xavier, Oratory (worship), Philip Neri

MASSES: Sundays: the 5:30 P.M. Vigil on Saturday, 8:00, 9:30, and 11:30 on Sunday morning. Holy Days: 6:30, 8:00, 10:00 A.M., & 7:30 P.M. Saturdays: 8:00 A.M. St. Francis Weekdays: 6:30 and 8:00 A.M., September thru June Weekdays: 8:00 A.M. only July and August CONFESSIONS: Confessions will be heard on Saturday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00. Confessions will be heard on Sunday morning immediately after the 8:00 A.M. Mass and immediately after the 9:30 A.M. Mass. Confessions may Xavier also be heard by appointment with one of the priests. : The Sacrament of will be administered after the 11:30 A.M. Mass on every Sunday, with the occasional exception of some Sundays in the year. Parents with sponsors should be at Church by 12:45 P.M. All registered parents of St. who wish to present a child for Baptism are required to attend a Pre Jordan class. Pre Jordan classes are held one Friday evening per month (usually the first Friday of Church the month but not always) Parents must call the parish office during weekday business hours to check upcoming dates for Pre Jordan classes and to pre-register for the Pre Jordan session they will attend. For the benefit of all attending these sessions, parents should make arrangements for a baby sitter for the time period they as parents will be present at the session. After having fulfilled the Pre Jordan class requirement, Baptism arrangements can be made. These arrangements must be made at least two weeks to the Baptism date. The MARRIAGES: Archdiocesan policy requires that couples planning to marry contact the parish at least six months before the intended marriage date. All couples are now required to attend the Archdiocesan pre-marital instructions in 24th and Green Streets preparation for marriage. PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: We of St. Francis Xavier Parish - The Oratory in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia accept and proclaim that Jesus is the Word of the Father sent Philadelphia, Pennsylvania into the world to be our Saviour and is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Jesus has overcome the world and been given full authority on earth, so that we may have eternal life. Eternal Life is to know the only true God and the One whom He has sent, Jesus Christ. We have been chosen to have faith in God, THE PARISH MINISTRY the Father, in His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the love which exists Father Paul C. Convery, C.O., Parish Priest between them, the Holy Spirit. We are called to glorify the Father by loving Father Brian R. Gaffney, C.O., Parochial Vicar one another as God has loved us, and so bear fruit that will remain. We pray that we may be one by the presence of the Holy dwelling in us, so Vincent J. Thompson that the world will believe in Jesus. Trusting in the Mercy of God and Ms. Dolores M. Butler, School Principal relying upon the Sacraments, we pray to remain in God’s love, keep His commandments, and seek to do His will. Led by the Spirit of Truth, called Mr. Nick Lyons, Organist and Choir Director to be one in the Body of Christ, we praise and worship the Father. Parish House: 215-765-4568 School: 215-763-6564 COMMUNION CALLS: School Website: www.sfxschool.com Holy Communion is distributed to sick and shut-in parishioners once a month. Any sick and shut-in parishioner who wishes to receive communion, Parish Website: www.sfxoratory.og please call the parish house. MEETINGS: CCD Program: Wednesdays from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the school. For THE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THE information call Pat Schuyler, Coordinator of Religious Education, ORAORAORATORTORTORY OF STSTY . at 215-568-2594. Father Georges G. Thiers, C.O., Provost of the Holy Rosary: Daily before the 8:00 A.M. Father Paul C. Convery, C.O., Vicar Mass except Sunday. Father Brian R. Gaffney, C.O. Choir Rehearsal: Sunday Mornings at 10:30 A.M. in the Organ loft except during the ORAORAORATORTORTORY PRAPRAY YERYERYER month of August. Join the Oratory Community each Monday through Friday from 5:10 to 6:00 P.M. in Church for this holy hour of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Knights of Columbus - La Rabida Council 1191: Oratory Prayer includes time for meditation on the Sacred Scripture, Meets 3rd Thursday of the month at 8:00 P.M. in the Parish Center. intercessory prayers and litanies, as well as hymns and silent prayer. BOUNDARIES: Thompson St., south (even) side, to 20th St.; 20th St., west (even) side, to You may submit intentions to be remembered during Oratory Prayer by printing Benjamin Franklin Parkway; Parkway to Schuylkill River at Spring Garden them on the intention sheet in the vesitbule, or by calling the parish house. St. Bridge; River to Thompson St.

SECULAR ORATORTORTORYYY TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME This group of young adults meets every Tuesday at 7:30 P.M., for prayers, August 28, 2016 • Luke 14:1, 7-14 reflection on the scriptures, and fellowship. Its orgins are in the group of Jesus went to share a meal with one of the leading Pharisees when he young people who met daily with St. Philip Neri, who founded the Congregation of the Oratory. noticed other guests competing for places of honor at the table. He warned that a guest who takes the place of honor may be asked to move All young adults are welcome to attend the Secular Oratory. Enter to the lowest place. Yet a guest who takes the lowest place is honored by the front door of the Parish House (2319 Green Street). Additional when a better position is offered by their host. He then added, “He who information and a schedule of events are available at www.sfxoratory.org/ humbles himself will be exalted.” secularoratory/

GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING – AUGUST 20 & 21

Sunday Collection this year - $7,093.00 Sunday Collection last year – $5,790.67 Catholic University – $1,016.00 AUGUST 28, 2016 TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME The cost of basic parish services, staff and utility bills may only be maintained with a Sunday offering of $8,500.00. Our ability MASSES FOR THE WEEK to meet ordinary financial obligations depends on your support MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016 for St. Francis Xavier Parish 8:00 A.M. – Frank Lojewski TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2016 8:00 A.M. – Elizabeth Warrington WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016 MASS ATTENDANCE 8:00 A.M. – Kazmiere Welsh – 3rd Anniversary AUGUST 20 & 21 THURSDAY –SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 5:30 P.M. – 63 8:00 A.M. – Deceased Members of the Lisiewicz Family 8:00 A.M. – 92 FRIDAY –SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 9:30 A.M. – 93 8:00 A.M. – Frank Kolarik, Jr. 11:30 A.M. – 47 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2016 TOTAL – 295 th 8:00 A.M. – Rita McLaughlin Endline – 4 Anniversary 5:30 P.M. – Living and Deceased Members of the Francis Xavier Sanctuary Fund FORTHCOMING COLLECTIONS: September 10 & 11 Black and Indian Missions NOTICE: The side lot and driveway between Church and School on 24th Street has been recently cemented. Therefore, PARKING in this APPEAL area will not be permitted for 60 days or until October 5th. 2016 Parish Goal $24,864 Total amount to date $23,872 PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH Percentage of Goal 96% Lonnie Carugno, Rita McKeown, Robert Coyle, Marialynn Vacca, Number of gifts 141 Bill Hearn, Rosa Santos, Gloria Sekac, Dot McMonagle, Susan Every day, many people in our community face challenges that Harrison, Marcus Morris, Jim & Gail Ruck, Venditto, Joan affect their ability to enjoy the most basic of necessities. Battistelli, Margaret Mary Hearn, Veronica Carney, Maryann Together, we can work to eliminate these challenges and help Kurmlavage, Marie J., Ann Britt, Ron and Gail Petrofsky, Eleanor give them a life they deserve. Through your support, the annual McKeage, Joan Greskowiak, Adele Wichowski, Bob McKage, Neal Hebert, Wayne Lechleitman, Theresa Ziemlewicz, Lisa Haffner, Rex Catholic Charities Appeal is able to give “A New Vision” to Dearing Sr., Michael Santiago, Tom Connelly, Helen Farrell, those less fortunate. We must give thanks for our many Josephine Aiello, and all who are hospitalized, confined to their homes blessings, and remember those in need. and those suffering from physical, mental or psychological illness.

OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY RING OF LIGHT The Priests and Parishioners of St. Francis Xavier Church extend their sincere sympathy to the families of Jasper Robinson and Regina TOTAL GIFTS AND PLEDGES $161,367.00 O’Donnell. May they rest in peace. TOTAL GIFTS RECEIVED $143,490.81 PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) CCD for BALANCE OF PLEDGES DUE $ 17,876.19 students who do not attend Catholic schools will start this year NUMBER OF GIFTS 249 on September 21st at 6:30 pm in St. Francis on Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Francis Xavier Church, 24th Street. We will have classes for grades 1 through 5. For You should have received the Ring of Light Campaign information and/or a registration form, please call Pat appeal letter and response form. If you have not received your Schuyler at 215-568-2594 or email [email protected] campaign mailing or if you are not a member of St. Francis There will also be registration in the school on September 11th Xavier Parish but would like to contribute to this campaign to after the 8:00, 9:30 or 11:30 am Masses. save our church, there are extra campaign letters and response forms for your use in the back of the church. TECHNOLOGY TEACHING POSITION Please respond generously. Our beautiful church is open ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL today and serves the needs of us all because of your support in St. Francis Xavier School is searching for a technology the past. Without your faithful support now, we may not teacher. It is a part-time position, two days a week, teaching presume that our church will be open in the future without technology to kindergarten through grade necessary preventive maintenance. We know that you will 8 students. Applicant should be a practicing Catholic and have loyally and generously respond to this appeal. the required background clearances. Interested applicants should contact Miss Dolores Butler, Principal, at 215-763-6564 The Ring of Light Campaign Committee or send resume to [email protected].

SAVE THE DATE ST. GREGORY THE GREAT SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2016 FEAST DAY – SEPTEMBER 3 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND CRAFT SHOW OF MUSICIANS, SINGERS, STUDENTS, AND TEACHERS [Additional details will follow in future bulletins.] Pope Saint Gregory the Great was the Pope of the SAINT CATHOLIC CHURCH between 590 and 604 AD. SICKLE CELL AWARENESS DRIVE Gregory was born around 540 in . The exact date of his birth is The drive will involve a DANCE-A-THON. The DANCE-A- unknown. THON will be held in Saint Cyprian Church Hall (525 Cobbs Gregory's family was very wealthy and owned estates on the island of Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (215-747-3250) on Sicily, which provided income. Saturday, September 17, from 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. The Gregory was well educated and excelled in all his studies. He also cost is a $10.00 . (You may send your check to St. became an expert in law. He excelled so much he became the Prefect of Rome, just as his father had been. After Gregory's father died, Cyprian at the above address.) All proceeds will go to the Gregory had the family villa in Rome converted into a . Sickle Cell Comprehensive Center at Children’s Hospital of Today the monastery still stands as the San Gregorio Magno al Celio. Philadelphia. There will be food, dancing, door prizes and This famous monastery fell into ruin in the following centuries but was raffles. Please contact Sister Mary Catherine at 215-747-3250 restored during the 17th and 18th centuries. for further information. Gregory made clear he preferred the monastic life in a series of writings praising it. He also referred to himself as a servant of God. MOTHER BONIFACE SPIRITUALITY CENTER The habit remains in practice to this day and many clergy still refer to Mother Boniface Spirituality Center is offering a one-day themselves as servants. program on “The Forgiveness Prayer” on Saturday, September Pope Gregory was famous for the emphasis he put on work. th He sent many people out to bring many to Jesus and into the Church. 17 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm following the Celebration of Anglo-Saxon Britain was still on the frontier of Christendom. Pope Eucharist. In the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus teaches us that Gregory made many changes to the Mass, some of which remain today, forgiveness is one of the essential conditions out of which all of The position of the Our Father in the Mass remains where Pope our prayer must proceed if it is to be acceptable to God. Often Gregory placed it. forgiveness is difficult because we have been hurt so deeply and Pope Gregory was well known for his alms to the poor, and he gave we need God’s help to learn to forgive. “The Forgiveness quite generously of the riches donated to the Church by the wealthy Prayer” provides us a method to open to God’s healing people of Rome. Everything from money to land was given to the poor presence and action in the process of forgiveness. The day in some fashion. He made clear to his subordinates that their duty was concludes with an opportunity for the Sacrament of to relieve the distress faced by the poor. From the time of Gregory onwards, the people looked to the Church Reconciliation and the Celebration of the Eucharist. The for government rather than the distant and indifferent emperors in program will be given by Therese Saulnier, a Contemplative Constantinople. Outreach Presenter. The Fee for this event is $50. Please call Pope Gregory suffered from arthritis in his last years. He died on Sr. Geraldine Whelan for more information and/or to register , 604 AD. He was immediately proclaimed a saint by means by September 7th at 267-350-1830. of popular acclaim. Saint Gregory's remain in St. Peter's to this day. ROMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL REUNION In 1969, the moved Saint Gregory's feast day CLASS OF 1966 from March 12 to September 3 so it would not fall during Lent. During 50th Reunion Dinner Lent, there are no obligatory memorials. The also venerates Saint Gregory, honoring him on March 12. Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 6:30 pm Both Anglican and Lutheran Christians also venerate Pope Saint Buffet Dinner and Open Bar Gregory. Philadelphia F.O.P Lodge #5 11630 Caroline Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154 Cost: $100 per member of class of 1966, guest $60 per person (A donation for the class of 1966 will be made to Roman) For further information, contact Danny Rose, 215-582-3758

ST. FRANNY X 50/50 The August 50/50 to date is $75.00. Please remember to drop your ST. FRANNY X envelope in the collection basket at any weekend Mass during the month. A drawing is held each month. The August drawing will be held on Monday, August 29th .

RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

“The sacraments of Christian initiation — Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist — lay the foundations of every Christian life. . . . The faithful are born anew by Baptism, strengthened by the sacrament of Confirmation and receive in the Eucharist the food of eternal life. By means of these sacraments of Christian initiation, they thus receive in increasing measure the treasures of the divine life and advance toward the perfection of charity.” ( of the Catholic Church, 1212.)

Our Catholic faith teaches us that the sacraments are the source of our life and of our identity as members of the Body of Christ. While many of us received Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion as children, the Catholic Church also welcomes adults to become members of the Church by receiving these sacraments of Christian initiation. They are invited to receive instruction and prepare for these sacraments through a program called the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA).

Our parish RCIA program is designed with four types of people in mind:

1. Adults who wish to be baptized. People who have been brought in non-Christian religions (Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, etc.), or perhaps with no religion at all, are invited to become catechumens. They prepare throughout the year to be baptized at the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday evening. They also receive Confirmation and Holy Communion at the Easter Vigil.

2. Adults who have been baptized in another Christian church or . Baptized Christians are invited to be received into with the Catholic Church, by making a profession of faith in what the Catholic Church teaches on Easter Sunday. At their reception, the candidates also receive Confirmation and Holy Communion.

3. Adult Catholics who need to complete the sacraments of Christian initiation. People who were baptized in the Catholic Church as children, but have not yet received Holy Communion and/or Confirmation, prepare to be confirmed by the of Philadelphia, at the on Pentecost Sunday (50 days after Easter).

4. Catholics who want to learn more about the Faith. Often, Catholic people who have already received all of the sacraments of Christian initiation take part in RCIA to come to a deeper understanding of the Faith. This is a valuable experience especially for people who have been away from the Church for some time.

If these categories describe you—or a friend or family member—consider taking part in RCIA this year. RCIA sessions will meet on Wednesdays from September to May, from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Each evening includes time for shared prayer, reflection on the Sacred Scripture and volunteer catechists, who will help you to discover the richness of the message of Jesus Christ and to respond to His call to be converted and grow in His likeness.

Registration is now underway for RCIA. Sessions begin in mid-September. For more information or to register, call Deacon Vincent Thompson at (215) 564-1758 or [email protected] or call the parish house at 215-765-4568.

Sponsor – a – Student Program

The value of Catholic education is a forever opportunity that a student takes with them throughout the rest of their lives.

Catholic education is a blessing, a blessing not all can afford! Therefore, the Saint Francis Xavier School Advisory Board started a new ‘Sponsor a Student’ Program in order to help those who may not otherwise be able to afford this opportunity. Your tuition contribution will go directly to a qualifying child in need, allowing them to begin, or continue their Catholic education. Your gift will also help to keep enrollment at sustainable levels, helping to keep alive one of the oldest continually operated Catholic parish schools in the Western Hemisphere!

Those students who want the advantage of Catholic education, but who need financial assistance will benefit directly from your contribution. Indirectly, the entire Catholic education system, our communities and our families, will all share the positive impact. In addition, of course, you will benefit with the satisfaction of knowing your compassion has made a real difference in a child’s life.

To contribute please complete this form and send your tax deductible donation to St. Francis Xavier School or place in the Sunday collection basket (envelopes are available in the back of church). Sponsor a Student Program, 641 N. 24th St., Philadelphia, PA19130 Please contact Principal Dolores Butler (215)763-6564 for additional information

Saint Francis Xavier School Sponsor a Student Program 641 N. 24th St., Philadelphia, PA19130

Full Tuition - $5,390_____ Sponsor Name: ______Half Tuition - $2,695_____ Address: ______Other Amount - $______Phone: ______

Established 1954 REGISTERED (215) 564-1758 Food, Gifts, PLUMBING ~ HEATING Toys & More!

2024 FAIRMOUNT AVE “THOMPSON” 215-236-6080 Deacon Vincent J. Thompson Master Plumber ~ Reg. #3166 FAIRMOUNTPETSHOPPE.COM 2017 BRANDYWINE STREET www.thompsonplmg.com The Welde Group Patrick D. Welde, CFP® CRPC® Approved LINNETT’S Financial Advisor 2 Bala Plaza Auto Repair 610.668.6125 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 GULF fa.ml.com/welde_group Foreign & Domestic Repairs • Discount Tire Center Merrill Lynch Wealth Management makes available products and services o ered by Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, a registered broker-dealer and Member SIPC, STATE & EMISSION INSPECTIONS $49.95 and other subsidiaries of Bank of America Corporation. 215-232-1086 th ®2015 Bank of America Corporation. All rights reserved. ARWRJM6N AD-06-15-0689 470944PM-0315 06/2015 2201 Spring Garden St. (215) 972-9000 747 North 25 Street HAPPY HOUR 5:00-7:00 PM • MONDAY-FRIDAY DINAN BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER FUNERAL HOME INC. Ask For Our Lunch & Dinner Specials Over 30 Different Specials Daily!!! Christopher J. Dinan, Spv. Francis T. Dinan, FD • • • NOW WE DELIVER FREE • • • 1921-23 Spring Garden St. • Philadelphia, PA 2418 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE 232-5001 215-563-3655 ELLIS PHARMACY N.E. COR. 25TH & BROWN STS. Free Delivery • MOST RX Plans Honored 215-765-1903 • FAX 236-6606 Email: [email protected] Beautiful Hair Begins With Your Stylist SULIMAY’S HAIR DESIGN FOR MEN ~ WOMEN 793 North 24th Street (215) 763-4448 ••• Colors, Perms, Waxing, Matrix Essentials ••• Philadelphian Pharmacy Full Service Pharmacy FREE DELIVERY 2401 Pennsylvania Avenue (215) 232-0533 A&A Auto Body & Truck Repair Complete Auto Rewiring Auto Body Shop · Towing Get Our Estimate 215-765-2085 2622-32 Parrish Street HOLTZMAN TAX & FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES William Holtzman, MBA 2001 FAIRMOUNT AVE., PHILADELPHIA 215-235-0200 Fax 215-235-0377 • [email protected] Let us help you find sound financial advice. J22573 (MV) - St. Francis Xavier, Philadelphia FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CALL: (800) 883-4343 • BON VENTURE SERVICES, LLC • P.O. Box 850, Flanders, N.J. 07836