St. Patrick Catholic Church 131 Channing Avenue Malvern, PA 19355 www.stpatrickmalvern.org

Parish Staff Contact Information Rev. T. Christopher Redcay, Pastor Office: 610-647-2345 Rev. Arul Amalraj, O. Praem, Parochial Vicar School: 610-644-5797 Rev. Mark Cavara, In Residence PREP: 610-296-8899 Rev. Dennis O’Donnell, Sunday Assistant Music Ministry: [email protected] Deacon Louis Libbi, Permanent Deacon Ms. Patricia O’Donnell, Principal Liturgy Schedule Sister Eileen Tiernan, IHM, DRE Daily :6:30AM & 9:00AM Mr. William Norman, Director of Liturgical Music Saturday Vigil: 5:00PM Mr. Daniel Milani, Dir. of Adult Faith Formation Sunday Mass: 7:30AM, 9:00AM,10:30AM, 12:00 Noon Mrs. Tricia Cellucci, Director of Parish Services Night Prayer: Wednesdays 7:45PM Reconciliation Adoration Saturday: 9:30AM - 10:30AM Monday: 9:30AM - 6:00PM (Benediction) Wednesday: 7:00PM7:45PM (Night Prayer) .

Increase our longing for Christ our Savior that the dawn of His coming may find us rejoicing in His presence and welcoming the light of His truth. The Church in her wisdom gives us this beautiful Season of Advent as a time of reflection before celebrating the birth of our Savior. Throughout the season, the liturgy reminds us time and time again of the gift we receive in Mass Intentions God becoming Man, as well as a call to “Prepare the Way.” We are encouraged to use this time wisely to deepen our SUNDAY, DECEMBER 06, 2020 relationship with our loving God. 7:30 a.m. In Memory of Sharpless Family The scriptures direct us to keep watch and alert, to 9:00 a.m. Pia Farnesi prepare the way of the Lord, so that we might, with hearts 10:30 a.m. Gerald Zimmerman renewed, celebrate “God with us” and welcome Him more 12 Noon Caddy and Bob Williamson deeply into our lives. This focus of preparing the way is not limited to this beautiful Advent season, however. We MONDAY, DECEMBER 07, 2020 should be keenly aware that each time we approach the 6:30 a.m. For the Parish Altar, most especially to receive the , we must 9:00 a.m. Brian McCarthy prepare the way, for we are welcoming Christ into our lives. 7:00 p.m. Santo Procopio We know that just before His death, wanted to TUESDAY, DECEMBER 08, 2020 show the depth of His love for us and, while at the 6:30 a.m. Martha Dixon Passover Supper, gave us His Body and Blood. What a 9:00 a.m. Mary Brown magnificent outpouring of love! We are blessed with the 12:00 p.m. Albert W. Tegler. Jr. gift of Jesus himself; in the Eucharist and throughout the world this gift of love is celebrated by millions of faithful WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 09, 2020 each day. 6:30 a.m. Mary Jane Englebert Each Sunday, we as God’s faithful people, come before 9:00 a.m. Jim Welsh the altar to receive Christ. We are quite familiar with the THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020 ritual of our procession to the altar, our responding Amen as a confirmation of our belief, and our returning to the 6:30 a.m. Virginia Fledderjohn pew to offer thanksgiving. Yet, our familiarity can allow us 9:00 a.m. Edna Savage to be casual in our preparing, in our receiving of Jesus in the Eucharist; in our celebrating Christ among us. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2020 6:30 a.m. Martha C. Dixon I encourage all of us, as we continue this Advent Season 9:00 a.m. Katherine McKone in preparation for welcoming that infant child Jesus, to become more aware when preparing to receive Christ each SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2020 time we approach the altar. May we be: 9:00 a.m. Stephen Imms Single-minded – may our thoughts be focused on the 5:00 p.m. Jack Sturrs gift of Jesus Himself Reverent – may our actions, our procession, reflect SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2020 our love for Christ 7:30 a.m. Thomas Chermol, Sr. 9:00 a.m. Bill and Renee Skey Prayerful – may we offer thanks to God 10:30 a.m. Michael T. Wilk I pray that all of us may have a greater appreciation for 12 Noon Gene Marino the gift of the Eucharist, the gift of God with us and that our lives reflect Jesus in our midst. Enjoy the Advent Season. Week of December 06, 2020 God Bless You, The Sanctuary Candle burns Father Redcay in memory of: George D’Ambrosia New Altar Candles Blessed Mother Candle burns Have you noticed the new in memory of: candlesticks on the altar? They were donated in memory of George D’Ambrosia Geraldine Moskal and Theresa Pommerer. We thank The St. Joseph Candle burns both families for this generous gift in memory of: which will enhance the beauty of August Pommerer our sanctuary for years to come.

ST. PATRICK PARISH SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 06, 2020 Opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration Adoration is available Prayer and Worship on Mondays following the 9:00 AM Mass. Rejoice! Adoration will conclude Advent Meditations with the Holy Family with Benediction at 6:00 PM.

Advent Penance Service

Sunday, December 6, and 13 Time:4:00PM - 5:00PM Rejoice! is a guided program with daily meditations which will enrich your own Advent this year. The series invites you to reflect upon the experience of Mary and December 10th - 6:30pm Joseph as a couple, as they awaited the birth of their son, the Savior of the world. December 14th - 6:30pm Imagine Advent through Joseph's eyes, feel what is in Mary's heart, while reading the Scripture that they read, Three guest priests along with our own so you can fully prepare to welcome Jesus into your heart St. Patrick priests will be available each night. this .

Straighten the Pathway to Jesus Advent Reflections for Women Come together with other ladies of the Parish and prepare your heart for Jesus. Over the first three weeks of Advent join us on Zoom for lively discussion and heart stirring questions based on the Sunday scriptures. Tuesdays 10:15am - 11:15am Wednesday 1:30pm - 2:30pm Mass Times: Thursday 7:30pm - 8:30pm 7PM Vigil Mass (December 7th), Email [email protected] 6:30AM, 9:ooAM, and 12Noon to let us know you’re coming and receive the Zoom invite.

December 8th

ST. PATRICK PARISH SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 06, 2020 Sacraments

Our parish welcomed Bishop Deliman this past Tuesday to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation.We ask all of Family Faith at Home our parishioners to keep our newly confirmed parishioners Our PREP families and children will in their prayers as they continue their journey as fully be preparing to enter the holy season initiated members of the Church. of Advent by making Advent wreaths If you have questions about and learning about the meaning and symbols of Advent. They will check having your child Baptized call their Advent calendars each day for a Sr. Eileen at the Parish Office: spiritual activity to help them grow 610-647-2345 closer to Jesus as they prepare their hearts for his coming.

Stay Connected!

With the current situation of social distancing and isolation Celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation, it is more important than ever to stay connected to your Saturdays between 9:30AM and 10:30AM. parish family.Sign up to receive our weekly parish news via email along with updates and invitations to online activities that we’ll be offering in place of in person gatherings.Text the keyword “saintpats” to 84576 and receive all our latest announcements.

Sick List Information: Please call the parish office 610-647-2345if you would like to add or remove someone’s name from the prayer list. If you are aware of someone who is no longer sick please let us know so that we can ensure there is room for others in need of prayer. Also reducing the list allows for those who needprayer to be more apparent. Thank you. To Everything there is a Season.... “a time to be born”…May God Bless all our parents and their children, especially .Jason Cole Williamson, Matilda Mary Elizabeth Hoffman, Iris Marie Hoffman, and Annabelle Margaret Scott who were all recently baptized. “a time to be loved”…God bless all engaged couples preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. “a time to be healed”…Anna Ceritano, Samantha Falcone, Daniel Luther, Dorothy Campbell, Dennis Rush, Sabrina Eggles (child), Vincent Nowroozi (infant), Bella Grace Cook (child), Quinn Llewellyn (child), Blake Keely (infant), Charlie Deegan (child), Colin Dwyer (child), Gavin Duffy, (child), Penelope Marlowe (child), Isabella Rambo (child), Teagan McDonnell (child), Karen, Eric Alessandroni, Linda Barton, Carman Bevilacqua, Erin Beatty, Luke Birkhead, Jessica Bonkoski, Chrissy Brown, Margaret Brown, Richard Brown, Ann Burke, Gina Butcher, Andrew Butler, Edith Callahan, Thomas Callahan, Matthew Campione, Dottie Cappelli, Sue Castaldi, Dolores Christmas, Audrey Clarke, Tom Connors, Christine Corsi, Michael Cox, Paul Cox, Nate and Matt Daly, Kenneth Davis, Alicia Dellario, Eve DelSoldo, Anthony Diels, Rana Catherine Dillon, Kim DiNicola, Nerisa Eachus, Stephanie Elko, Nellie Emigh, Bill Feathers, Joseph Gallagher, Catherine Gannon, Stephanie Gemmell, Michael Golas, Rosalie Greim, Rosemary Crecco, Cara Grim, Dave Guilin, Cassidy Hendee, John Hendricks, Amy Herkins, Josh Heron, Colleen Horan, Mary Huhtenan, Elizabeth Kelly, Sr. Immaculata, IHM, Patricia Kundert, Steven Leiden, Kathleen Lauber, Jeannine Lenhart, Naomi Llewellyn, Tyler Llewellyn, Carol Lubecki,Margaret Martin, Traves Mattingly, Wayne Mazzie, Liam McGuire, Heather Menon, Richard Mott, Sallie Naylor, Dennis O’Brien, Aaron O’Laughlin, Tim O’Laughlin, Laurann Elizabeth Paquier, Riley Palmer, Josephine Pellicano, Jim Pettine, Pat Pettine, Priscilla Pfizenmayer, Megan Phillips, Charles Pollack, Olga Pollack, James Rizzo, Matthew Emerson Rice, Gina Schiavo, Skylar Seeley, David Shaw, Ethan Joshua Schwartz, Liam Shields, Jocelyn Sichort, Claire Sieracki Clardy, Howard Shellem, Ed Siwula,George Smith, Aya Rock Stryker, Christopher Thorpe, Gazey Turner, Diane Tyson, Chris Valvano, Walter Wagner, Lily Walker, Karen Walsh, Patricia Warren, Lisa Wilson, Pat Wood, Rita Yeost, Ann Zillitto,Barry Zimnoch. “a time to die”… Please remember in your prayers all our deceased benefactors and parishioners, especially Robert Hepp & Norma Yelovich. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.

ST. PATRICK PARISH SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 06, 2020 Turkey’s to the Table Outreach Ministries THANK YOU! We are proud to partner with a Because of your generosity, we were able to deliver food to number of organizations in the ar- 273 families. Your donations provided food to Seniors in ea that support those facing finan- Phoenixville, families in West Chester, and familes from 2 cial challenges. All donations are schools in Philadelphia. greatly appreciated and can be left Thank you for your continued generosity in the church vestibule by the stairs. and care for the poor! Check below for a list of items requested by each agency.

DOROTHY DAY ROOM: THE NORRISTOWN SOUP KITCHEN: • corn oil • CapriSuns • salt & sugar • corn tortillas ST. JOHN'S HOSPICE • corn flour IN PHILLY: (in section or spanish section) • Casseroles • oatmeal (not instant or packets) • jelly (they have enough THE PATRICIAN peanut butter) SOCIETY • canned vegetables • Cereal • Full size toiletries • Canned Beans • canned soups • Canned Soup • canned pasta *for a ready • Canned Proteins to eat meal

Advent Reflections from Society of the Holy Child Jesus In lieu of our annual Advent Open House event, the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus and Holy Child Associates invite you to join us for our virtual Advent Reflections. This four-part series of 90-second video meditations features images of the Sisters’ Nativity collection. The videos provide an opportunity to take a peaceful pause during the Advent The Schuylkill Valley Regional Dance Company Season to reflect on the true gift of Christmas. Sign up for free at our website: www.shcj.org/american/175th- presents its 49th production of anniversary/2020-advent-season/ THE NUTCRACKER! For more information, contact Joanna Pelizzoni at: 610-626-1400 x315 or [email protected]. Warm your hearts & ignite your spirits! Featuring over 50 local dancers and professional guest artists. This Christmas season enjoy hot cocoa from the comfort St. Mary’s Polish American Society and safety of your own home while listening to the chilling classical music of Tchaikovsky. Join Clara, the Nutcracker, St. Mary Polish American Society is taking orders for Sugar Plum Fairy and their friends as they take you on an Polish Christmas food items including babkas for $15 each; adventure to battle the mighty Mouse King then journey pierogi for $9 per dozen; kiełbasa for $5 per pound. Blessed through the Kingdom of Snow and onto the enchanted Land opłatki (Polish Christmas ) are also available for a of Sweets meeting performers from around the world! donation. Additionally, raffle tickets are still available for Information on movie access and showtimes will be shared the St. Mary Polish American Society Raffle featuring at: www.SVRDC.org. $10,000 in prize money and seven winning tickets. Tickets are $50 each and 500 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be on Sunday December 13th. (Winner need not be Companions on the Journey - present). The raffle proceeds and food sale support The Spiritual Direction Ministry at the Daylesford Abbey promoting Polish heritage in Montgomery County and the restoration of St. Mary Catholic Church, the home for the in Paoli, PA offers trained and experienced Spiritual Traditional Latin Mass in the Archdiocese. To place food Directors for those seeking to revitalize their relationship orders or purchase a raffle ticket, email with God and for those who want to deepen their spiritual [email protected] or call Dorothy Swedkowski at lives. In person, virtual and phone meetings available. 610-630-0861. 610-647-2530 ext. 1020 | [email protected].

ST. PATRICK PARISH SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 06, 2020 Christmas Preparations CHRISTMAS 2020 A Time to Rejoice Parish Christmas Tree Blessing As we prepare to celebrate our Savior’s birth this Christmas, we are faced with the challenge of hosting Mass December 20, 4:00PM safely and orderly during the pandemic. Our goal in the course of all these preparations is to maintain a peaceful and sacred space in the Sanctuary while maximizing our Come together with your Parish capacity. Eventhough these changes may be inconvenient, Family for a special Prayer they will help us achieve these goals at our Christmas service to bless our Parish Liturgies. Your cooperation and patience will help our at- risk parishioners to celebrate Christ’s birth in person with Christmas Tree and pray their Parish Family. together. We’ll also be SCHEDULE: decorating the parish tree with personalized ornaments CHURCH GYM 4:00 PM (Livestream) 4:15 PM 5:30 PM 5:45 PM 7:30 PM Giving Tree CHRISTMAS DAY SCHEDULE: This year our Giving Tree will be CHURCH GYM available virtually and in person. Gift 7:30 AM Tags can be claimed off the Giving Tree 9:00 AM in church OR you can visit our Amazon wish list and purchase the requested 10:30 AM (Livestream) 10:45 AM items there. Either way, we are grateful 12:00 PM 12:15 PM for your participation and generosity. Since we can only safely accommodate 150 people into If you buy a gift in person please return Church and the gym at a time, registration will be required it, unwrapped, to the Giving Tree for all Masses on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. before December 13th. The Amazon wish list can be Registration will open on Monday, November 30th. There found at: bit.ly/SP-GivingTree will be a livestream Mass on Christmas Eve and a livestream Mass on Christmas morning. More details will be Speaking of Amazon. . . forthcoming in the next few weeks. Designating St Patrick Parish as your Amazon Smile recipient will divert a percentage of your purchase price back to us as a Merry Christmas Montage donation. To sign up follow these easy steps: As part of our Christmas festivities this year we will 1. Visit smile.amazon.com be creating a video composed of YOU, our 2. Sign-in with your amazon credentials parishioners. We are asking you to submit pictures 3. Choose St. Patrick Parish Malvern as your charity of you and yours holding signs or posters, 4. Start Shopping! displaying your favorite Christmas greeting, such 5. Add a bookmark for smile.amazon.com for the future as, “Joy to the World!” or “Feliz Navidad!” Be sure to print the text so that it will be legible in your Thank you for supporting St. Patrick Parish! picture. Please orient your pictures in landscape format and send them by December 13. You can Giving Weekend submit your pictures using the following URL: bit.ly/Merry19355 On December 12th and 13th we will be collecting and organizing the gifts from the Giving Tree and Adopt a Child Programs. Keep your eye opened for a invitation to sign-up for a drop off time for your donations.

Elves Needed

A handful of volunteers are needed to help deliver donations to various agencies and the homebound. Contact Tricia Cellucci to join the team and spread some holiday cheer. [email protected]

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