St. John Neumann Parish April 18, 2021

NEWCOMERS WELCOME! Third Sunday of Easter Please call the Rectory for an appointment with Msgr. Matz to register to become a member.

CONNECT WITH US! www.sjnparish.org Colman—John Parish Rectory Neumann Catholic School [email protected] www.scjnschool.org 610-525-3100 610-525-3266 380 Highland Lane 372 Highland Lane Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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 Pastor: Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Matz  In Residence: Rev. Robert J. Chapman  Permanent Deacon: Deacon Kevin Harrington catholicharboroffaithandmorals.com  Parish Services Director: Ms. Clare Frissora  Sunday Assistance: MASS — during the pandemic Rev. Gerald D. Canavan Rev. Robert Murray, OSA Start each day with Mass!  Business Manager: Mrs. Joy Falcone Saturday Vigil: 5:15 pm Public Mass  Administrative Assistants: Sunday: 7:30 am Public Mass Mrs. Norma Guzmán 9:00 am Public & Livestream* Mass Mrs. Terri Giangiulio 10:30 am Public Mass  School Principal: Mrs. Kelly Ciminera 5:15 pm Public Mass  PREP/Director Religious Education: Mrs. Camille Morrison Monday—Saturday: 8:00 am Public & Livestream* Mass  Music Ministry: Mrs. Isabel Momenee *Join the livestream Mass when it’s taking place or catch up later in the day via “Mass Replay” — www.sjnparish.org COORDINATORS OF PARISH MINISTRY

CONFESSIONS — during the pandemic Visit ‘Ministries’ at www.sjnparish.org  Active Adults Group: Bill Haines Tuesdays at 6:00 pm—in the Gathering Room  Adult Faith Formation: Clare Frissora DEVOTIONAL PRAYER  Altar Guild: Nora Saraceni

Rosary — Mondays at 7:00 pm in church enter on the  ‘Caring for Friends’: Cheryl Calnan grotto side or join us live on Facebook*  CYO Athletics: Dan Stout Thursday after the 8:00 am Mass  Garage Sale: Mary Ann Macciocca Adoration — Thursday after the 8:00 am Mass  Good Samaritans: Craig Callaghan Divine Mercy Chaplet —Friday after the 8:00 Mass  H.O.P.E. Program: Clare Frissora  Hospitality: Honor Jones MARRIAGE & BAPTISM  Interfaith Hospitality Network: Mary Beth Wolanin Please contact the Rectory to speak with  Lectors: Jack McNamara Msgr. Matz. Baptisms are held on the first and third  Little Church School: Janet Baffa Sundays of the month.  Liturgical Environment: Jackie Falcone  RCIA: Clare Frissora Follow us on Facebook  Respect Life: Clare Frissora (an account on FB is not needed to visit us!)  Ushers: Jack McNamara Join the Rosary with us TONIGHT! Mondays at 7:00 pm. In church (grotto-side entry) or online: Sunday, April 18th 6:15 pm www.facebook.com/sjnparishbrynmawr In Church and by livestream

Welcome JOSEPH: THE We extend a warm welcome STRONG AND SILENT TYPE to the newest members of our parish:

• Mark and Jeanine Carrow • Bill and Carissa Eberle • Joseph and Stephanie Finnerty Join Dr. Lou De Angelo for an evening talk • Mariam Lentz and hear what message • Patrick and Kathleen Mahoney Saint Joseph has for each of us in this • Genevieve McGann special year. • Gerald and Catherine McKernan Help shape our future … and yours! Mass Intentions

Saturday, April 17 SURVEY: 5:15 pm Intentions of Michele McCabe APRIL 19th is the FINAL DAY Sunday, April 18 7:30 am Charles Razzano to participate: 9:00 am Kevin P. Sweeney Click Here/ Online Survey 10:30 am Bridget Nassib Click Here / Paper PDF 5:15 pm Vicki Gerstenfeld or pick up a paper copy in church and return to collection bins below offertory baskets Monday, April 19 8:00 am Sal Alesi People of SJN Parish Tuesday, April 20 Thank You 8:00 am Chuck Stinson Wednesday, April 21 Offerings: St. Anselm, Bishop & Doctor of the Church April 11th: $13,788 Click on image to visit our online 8:00 am Frank Ranieri giving site Thursday, April 22 8:00 am Don Klaes PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR DECEASED Friday, April 23

St. George, Martyr; St. Adalbert, Bishop & Martyr Charles A. Burns, Jr. 8:00 am Michael and Margaret McKenzie Saturday, April 24 May his soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed, 8:00 am Margaret Mary Sherry through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, & Martyr I’d like to share a By the next morning, the old man had little story with you that hel died... us see the important con- When Jesus appeared to his frightened nection between sin and disciples that Easter night, the first thing he did mercy. Because Christ suf- was to show them his wounds, so they would fered so much and still never forget what the sin of the world did to him. continued to love and forgive, even the hardest of When the Lord of life came, we sinners killed him. hearts can find hope and life in Christ. So, here’s But then he did something extraordinary. To the story.... it’s called A Close Call. those who had denied him, betrayed him, run Many years ago, a parish priest wrote from him in his hour of need, he said, about an experience where he learned “Shalom” (“Peace”). So, think of this, this truth in a powerful way. He called the one whom we offend in every sin on an older man who was dying. The greets us, not with condemnation, man was hanging on to his life with all but with a word of forgiving love. his might, because he didn’t feel ready And this means, in principle, there is to die. no sin that God cannot forgive. When he was a little boy, he Notice how the Risen Lord had been horribly beaten, almost to came to the Apostles—through the the point of death, by a man who was locked doors of the place where they supposed to be taking care of him. were hiding. Though we lock our- And he had nurtured an intense ha- selves away in a narrow space of self- tred for that man for the rest of his life. reproach, Jesus enters in, overcom- He confessed to the priest that be- ing whatever barrier we set up cause of his bitterness, for all those against him. Even when we cannot years he had not been able to pray— forgive ourselves, he pardons us; not even once. He also admitted that even when we can’t find peace of for all those years he couldn’t bring heart, he offers us Shalom. himself to go near a church. And what are the Apostles An incredible case of anger had asked to do? As they have been for- been festering in that man’s soul given, so they must share this same down through the years. gift with others. It’s only when we The priest continued to visit see ourselves as forgiven sinners that with him, talking to him about a man we can then richly share this essen- named Jesus who also had been beat- tial gift with one another. The mes- en to the point of death, but who, in- sage of Divine Mercy is so key to who stead of expressing hatred for those we are as believers in Christ. who beat him, forgave them. And three of four Here’s what Bishop Barron says about this visits later, when the priest walked into the old passage from Scripture: man’s room, before he could even say “Good “In it’s every detail, this short narrative of morning.” The man said, “I did it last night. Last what happened in the locked Upper Room on night I forgave him, and for the first time, I Easter night is an icon of the Church.” prayed.” It’s who we are! Take it out of the mix and we stop being who we’re supposed to be!

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St. Joseph: ▶Click on: “Sign up” ▶Select: “I belong to a Parish” Wednesdays 7:00 pm God's Doorkeeper looks at the heart and legacy of Brother ▶Search for: St John Neumann Gathering Room or by Zoom: André–as a man who draws Church 380 Highland Lane people in to experience a God ▶Select our church, and create https://zoom.us/j/94729492402 who is love. Brother André an account using your name also had a tremendous devo- tion to St. Joseph that he and email address. shared with all who came in contact with him. Apr 21: St. Anselm, Bishop and Doctor (1033-1109) Indifferent toward religion as a young man, Anselm became one of the Church’s greatest theologians and leaders. He received the title “Father of Scholasticism” for his attempt to analyze and illumine the truths of faith through the aid of reason.

At 15, Anselm wanted to enter a monastery, but was refused acceptance be- cause of his father’s opposition. Twelve years later, after careless disinterest in religion and years of worldly living, he finally fulfilled his desire to be a monk. He entered the monastery of Bec in Normandy, was elected prior three years later, and 15 years later, was unanimously chosen abbot.

Considered an original and independent thinker, Anselm was admired for his patience, gentleness, and teaching skill. Under his leadership, the Abbey of Bec became a monastic school, influential in philosophical and theological studies.

During these years, at the community’s request, Anselm began publishing his theological works, comparable to those of Saint Augustine. His best-known work is the book Cur Deus Homo (“Why God Became Man”).

Against his will, Anselm was appointed archbishop of Canterbury in 1093, at age 60. His appointment was opposed at first by England’s King William Rufus and later accepted. Rufus persistently refused to cooperate with efforts to reform the Church.

Anselm finally went into voluntary exile until Rufus died in 1100. He was then recalled to England by Rufus’ brother and successor, Henry I. Disagreeing fearlessly with Henry over the king’s insistence on investing England’s bishops, Anselm spent another three years in exile in .

His care and concern extended to the very poorest people. Opposing the slave trade, Anselm obtained from the national council at Westminster the passage of a resolution prohibiting the sale of human be- ings.

Like every true follower of Christ, Anselm had to carry his cross, especially in the form of opposition and conflict with those in political control. Though personally a mild and gentle man and a lover of peace, he would not back off from conflict and persecution when principles were at stake. Source: franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-anselm

Prayer by St. Anselm

O my God, teach my heart where and how to seek You, where and how to find You. You are my God and You are my all and I have never seen You. You have made me and remade me, You have bestowed on me all the good things I possess, Still I do not know You. I have not yet done that for which I was made. Teach me to seek You. I cannot seek You unless You teach me or find You unless You show Yourself to me. Let me seek You in my desire, let me desire You in my seeking.

Let me find You by loving You, Anselm depicted in his personal seal let me love You when I find You. Amen Click on images for activities sheets Catholic Mass Scavenger Hunt! (click on links)

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Apr 23: St. Adalbert, Bishop and Martyr (956-997) Opposition to the Good News of Jesus did not discourage Adalbert, who is now remembered with great honor in the , , , and .

Born to a noble family in , he received part of his education from Saint Adalbert of . At the age of 27, he was chosen as bishop of Pra- gue. Those who resisted his program of clerical reform forced him into exile eight years later.

In time, the people of requested his return as their bishop. Within a short time, however, he was exiled again after excommunicating those who violated the right of sanctuary by dragging a woman accused of adultery from a church and murdering her.

After a short ministry in Hungary, he went to preach the Good News to people living near the . He and two companions were martyred by pagan in that region. Adalbert’s body was immediately ransomed and buried in the , Poland, cathedral. In the mid-11th century his relics were moved to Saint Vitus Cathedral in Prague. His liturgical feast is celebrated on April 23.

Preaching the Good News can be dangerous work whether the audience is al- ready baptized or not. Adalbert fearlessly preached Jesus’ gospel and received a martyr’s crown for his efforts. Similar zeal has created modern martyrs in many places, especially in Central and South America. Some of those martyrs grew up in areas once evange- lized by Adalbert. Source: franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-adalbert-of-prague

Please pray for those who are sick

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Padre Pio bore the stigmata, but one secret Holy Water and the Easter Season wound was more painful than the others Padre Pio is one of the You are invited to have some Holy Water! few saints who has suffered the wounds of Christ’s Passion in Don't forget to take his body, the stigma- ta. In addition to the some Holy Water wounds of the nails home with you for and the spear, St. Pio your special needs was also given the lac- eration that Our Lord endured on his shoulder, a or to share with wound caused by carrying the cross, which we others. know about because Jesus revealed it to St. Ber- nard. The Baptismal Holy The wound that Padre Pio had was discovered Water font is beneath by one of his friends and spiritual sons, Brother the sanctuary (it is Modestino of Pietralcina. This friar was from Pio’s native land and helped the silver vessel sur- him with domestic services. The future saint told rounded by beautiful him one day that changing his undershirt was lilies). Enjoy! one of the most painful things he had to endure.

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