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THE PARISH COMMUNITY OF ST. NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE (Partners with Annunciation B.V.M.) 910 Watkins Street, Phila, PA 19148 Rectory: 215-463-1326 Fax: 215-463-0888 : 913 Pierce Street, Phila, PA 19148 215-271-1516 Day Care: 215-462-1515 St. Anthony of Regional Catholic School 215-468-0353 Staffed by the Augustinians and Religious Teachers Filippini

PARISH STAFF OFFICE HOURS TEMPORARY MASS SCHEDULE Rev. Nicholas Martorano, O.S.A., Pastor Saturday Evening:5:00PM Rev. Robert Terranova, O.S.A. Monday thru Friday: Sr. Mary Esther Carsele, M.P.F., 9:00AM to 4:00PM Sunday 9:00AM, & 11:00AM Principal Weekdays: 8:00AM —Saturday: 8:00AM Sr. Suzanne Scattergood, I.H.M., Eve of Holy Days: 7:00PM Parish Visitor Website: www.stnicksphila.com Holy Days: 8:00AM, 12:00N & 7:00PM MEMORIALS FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT Week of February 21, 2021 February 21, 2021 Altar Rose In Memory of Adeline Lauro—Happy Birthday We are glad that you are here Requested by Louise Silvestro This morning to mark the Season Madonna Candle of Lent. During the season, we are all In Memory of Regina Cavallero together in need of divine forgiveness Requested by Friends Sanctuary Candle and in need of power to lead a more In Memory of Joe Cavallero faithful Catholic Christian life. Requested by Friends Acceptance and support await you Wine in our Church. In Memory of Deceased Parishioners Be merciful, O Lord for we have sinned. COLLECTIONS Psalm51 Thank you for your continued support! OPERATION RICE BOWL PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK During Lent we ask all families to participate in and for those in Nursing Homes and for their caregivers. Operation Rice Bowl, a program of prayer, fasting, Sharon Cimini, Piazza, Sr, & Jr., Anthony Piazza, learning and giving. Please be sure to take home a Charles & Dianna DeMatto, Enrico Tini, III., Anthony Mazzone, Rice Bowl packet and follow this simple yet Robert Pugliese, Jr., Angelina , Samantha Cammarata, Amanda DeStefano, Domenic Raschella, Rita Marie Pinto, powerful Lenten practice. Mary Lou Jander, Louise Gazzara, Linda Sbaraglia, Lisa DeLeo, Florence Donato, Larry DeLizio, Louise Aversa, Antonio DelMastro, Jo-Ann Pinto, Robert Senick, Maria Humphreys, Lorraine Langelo, Joe Weissenger, John Capitola, Nancy Santarpio, Joe Panikowski, BettyAnne Gardner, Baby Cassie, Nancy Tumni, Charlene Mangini, Roe Triolo, Salvatore Bruno, Beatrise Albright, Joe Suraci, Gina Siciliano, Elizabeth Brooks, William Boyle, Richard Masciulli, FAST AND ABSTINENCE AND OTHER Richard Ridolfi Sr., Vinnie Alberti, Christopher Verdi, Allyson ACTS OF PENANCE FOR LENT Turner, Carmen Maturo, Paulina Mancini, Melanie Polli, Dolores Frederico, Ashleigh Leone, Ginny Vespa, April DeMatto, Joann Rau, Persons who are fourteen years of age and older are bound Mary Mattio, Carmen Rutolo, Katherine & Joann Larizzio, to abstain from eating meat on all the Fridays of Lent and Rosemarie Trama, Maria DiGregorio, Lucille Tomasic, Betty Jean Good Friday (with the exception of Friday, March 19th, Biondi, Maria Dattilo, Robert Clock, Darryl DePasquale, The Solemnity of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Bill Ford, Kathleen Joyce, John Warrington, Stephanie Liberi, John Biondi, Dominic Terra, Baby Anderson Fee, Joanne Inverso, Mary). All persons eighteen years of age and older, up to Anna Warrington, Aidan Kirby, Elizabeth Keels, Margaret McGinn, and including their fifty-ninth birthday, are bound to fast by Donna Bruzio. Mrs. Rita Calabrese, Sophia Groves, limiting themselves to a single full meal on Ash Wednesday RoseMarie Hamilton, Kathleen Coya. and on Good Friday, while the other two meals on those Please notify the Rectory Office when a name can be removed. days are to be light. All the faithful are encouraged to participate at Mass and to OUR BELOVED DEAD receive the Holy daily, to celebrate the Sacrament The Parish Community of St. Nicholas of Tolentine of Penance, to undertake spiritual readings, especially the extends our deepest sympathy to the families of: study of the Sacred Scriptures, and to participate in parish GINO DATTILO Lenten devotions. Adoration of the is FELICE A. DELMASTRO recommended. All are encouraged to participate in RITA PESCATORE Operation Rice Bowl. Please remember the deceased and their families in your prayers. LENTEN SCHEDULE Confessions on Wednesdays, 7:30-8:00PM Lenten Mass 7:00PM, Monday—Thursday Stations of the Cross, Fridays at 7:00PM

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA THIS IS THE YEAR OF (16) SCHOLARSHIPS RECEIVED TO DATE ST. JOSEPH PROCLAIMED FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR We are seeking donors of $300.00 for scholarships. The scholarship will BY: FRANCIS carry the name of the donor or anyone whom the donor designates, such DECEMBER 8, 2020 as a deceased family member. If you choose to help our children by to donating a scholarship, you can either designate the student recipient or allow us to make that determination as to who will receive the DECEMBER 8, 2021 scholarship. Amounts less then $300.00 will be appreciated and will be Joseph The Silent One combined with others to make a full scholarship. When making a There are no recorded words of St. Joseph in the entire donation please make checks payable to: St. Anthony of Padua. When the scholarship is given, the following will occur: . There are words in the Old Testament for the great 1. The recipient’s family will pray for the donor’s intention. that we can apply to St. Joseph. But in the New 2. The entire school will pray every day and at every school Mass Testament there are no recorded words of St. Joseph. (usually First Fridays) for the donors’ intentions. He’s always there, though, as a silent presence. In fact, 3. A beautiful certificate will be given to the donor. 4. The names of the donors or the memorial names will appear in the even his death is wrapped in silence. There is no account school for the year. as to how Joseph was buried. He’s a man of silence. A 5. The scholarship will be acknowledged in the Church Bulletin. strong man. A man with a deep interior life. Silence in This Scholarship Fund is a wonderful way to remember your loved ones, our life helps us develop a life of prayer. Joseph was a pray for your intentions, help a family provide a Catholic Education for man of prayer who listened to the word of God. He was their child and help to ensure the future of St. Anthony of Padua School. May God bless you for your interest and concern for our Parish not distracted by the many exterior things-he was always Community. a man of interior life. Why? Because God lived in his Sincerely Yours in Christ, very house. Fr. Nick We picture St. Joseph as a silent worker, as a craftsman, Thank you for your support! who suffered in silence as well, He did not complain, and he did not grow angry at God and say. “Why are you doing this, why do we have to flee to Egypt?” He was a FUEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM man who accepted these things in silence. We should ask The cost of home heating will have a major impact on ourselves. “Do I have enough silence in my life? Do I monthly budgets. To assist people with these rising costs, spend enough time in prayer with Jesus? Do I listen to the Pennsylvania Home Heating Fuel Assistance Rebate Jesus when he speaks to me during the Sunday readings? Program (LIHEAP) is now in progress. Do I spend time in the Blessed Sacrament chapel listen- This Fuel Assistance Program is available to people of all ing to Jesus who is truly present? Do I use my speech for ages within the income guidelines. For example, individuals lying, gossiping or backbiting? Or, do I truly follow St. with a monthly income less than $1,595, or a two-person Joseph by being a man of integrity and silence?” household with a monthly income under $2,155 qualify for the grant. Call United Social Services at 215-923-1900

Monday through Friday between 11:00AM-4:00PM. A staff worker will explain the eligibility requirements, answer your questions and assist you in completing an application.

This grant is provided to all who qualify and does not have to be repaid. All inquiries are strictly confidential. ST. VINCENT DEPAUL CLOTHING DRIVE

St. Nicholas of Tolentine will be hosting a RACHEL’S VINEYARD MINISTRIES clothing drive on Wednesday, March 24th POST-ABORTION HEALING RETREAT from 9:00AM—1:00PM. A GreenDrop truck MARCH 5TH—7TH will be in front of Church a attendant will IHM Spirituality Center, Malvern, PA assist you with your donations. Are you suffering from the wound of abortion? A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat is a non-judgmental, safe, ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA loving, and confidential environment. Experience the mercy REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL - and compassion of God by attending the upcoming retreat. WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS The experience will give you hope for your future and FOR THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR freedom from the pain within your heart and soul. For more For information call the School at 215-468-0353. information call Georgeann at 484-955-4278 or Susan at 610-716-4795. All inquiries are confidential, financial aid PLEASE TAKE ONE!! available. Website: www.rachelsvineyard.org On the table in the rear of Church, is our Sunday Missal book for you to take home and enjoy.

TEMPORARY MASS SCHEDULE CONSECRATION TO Saturday Vigil—5:00 P.M. (English) ST. JOSEPH

Sunday—9:00 and 11:00 AM. (English) Has begun for those who

(There will not be a Sunday Night Mass have purchased the book during the Pandemic) and will continue until Please remember that this schedule is only the Solemnity of temporary and can be adjusted as needed in the St. Joseph on March 19th. future. Thanks. Then begin March 30th and will continue FORMED—CATHOLIC FAITH FORMATION until May 1st St. Joseph The Worker Start watching for free today. This is our Parish gift to you. Visit Formed.org and register using our Parish Code e7760b. You will be amazed at what is available to you free for your spiritual/religious enrichment. Programs, Books, Movies and Audios for kids of all ages.

HELP OUR SCHOOL! SMILE CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL Do you shop on Amazon? By using Amazon Smile, GIVING HOPE TO ALL Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to The Catholic Charities Appeal is a time for our Parish St. Anthony of Padua Regional Catholic School. to come together to extend our love, generosity, and Go to Smile.Amazon.com. Sign in using your regular concern to those who need it most. With your support we Amazon account, Search for St. Anthony of Padua are “Giving Hope to All.” We serve in our area through Regional Catholic School Philadelphia in the search box. education, food, shelter, and medical assistance. I ask that • Start shopping. *Save to your favorites. you prayerfully consider showing your support to this **For future shopping trips go to Smile.Amazon.com great action and help reach our community goal! Visit ca- so purchases can count toward our school.** tholiccharitiesappeal.org to make your donation!

RENTAL ASSISTANCE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC’S Are you in need of Rent, Mortgage BEST LENT EVER or Utility Assistance? Sign up for the free program beginning Ash Wednesday Catholic Social Services is here to help you! and continuing all 40 Days of Lent. You will receive a You may be eligible for financial assistance. daily email with a short video to help you reconnect For more information please call 215-724-8550 with yourself and with God. This years “Best Lent Ever” or Rectory office for forms. will journey though Matthew Kelly’s book, “I heard God Laugh.” Go to [email protected] MAN UP PHILLY to sign up for this program. 2021 VIRTUAL CONFERENCE and/or MARCH 6TH FORMED DAILY LENTEN REFLECTION Invites the men of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the This Lent, your invited to journey with Dr. Tim Gray 13th Annual Men’s Spirituality Conference. The Man Up by signing up for FORMED Daily Lenten Reflections at Philly volunteer team has made the decision to change the formed.org/lent. Each day you will receive in your inbox a format to a virtual Event out of an abundance of caution short video which features Dr. Gray commenting on given the COVID-19 status. the daily Mass readings, explaining the Scriptures, and They want to bring this great day to you to help all of us providing you with concrete ideas on how to apply focus on our faith and reliance on Our Lord. The virtual them to your Christian life. conference will be available via a webcast and tickets are Sign up today for free by visiting formed.org/lent available for a reduced cost of $10. We encourage all men to join in for an inspiring day of faith and fellowship.

Become the man God is calling you to be! Rediscover the power and meaning of your faith! For more information visit www.phillycatholiclife.org. SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Sacrament of Baptism—Third Sunday of every month at 1:00PM. Arrangement must be made personally, in advance, at the Rectory by the father or mother of child. Sponsors must be confirmed practicing Catholics at least 16 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 years of age. Sponsors from other parishes must have a letter of eligibility from their own Parish. 5:00PM Oriente Family Sacrament of Marriage—The marriage policy of the Archdiocese reminds us

of the sacredness of marriage and the beauty of the Sacrament. To assist SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 engaged couples in growing toward this sacramental covenant, we ask at least 6 9:00AM Corrado Family months notification of marriage to allow the proper time for preparation. Pre- nuptial instructions are required. Schedule and registration form can be obtained 11:00AM DeClerico at www.PhillyCatholicMarriagePrep.com Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation (Confession)--Saturdays from 4:00 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22 to 5:00PM (in Chapel) or by appointment. (The Chair of Peter the Apostle) Care and Anointing of the Sick—For anyone confined at home, please notify 8:00AM Lucia Napolitano the Rectory so that the Sacraments can be given. In an emergency, call anytime. Augustinian — www.augustinianvocations.org 7:00PM John Raudenbush for information

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 PARISH ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES (St. ) Altar Servers—Boys & Girls—4th grade and up—to assist at Mass 8:00AM Anthony Borda Bereavement Ministry—Help in preparation for funeral liturgy, liturgy for 7:00PM Special Intentions grieving Care for the Poor—Meeting the needs of the less fortunate Choir—Rehearsal on Wednesday evenings at 7:45PM in upper Church— WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Choir sings on Sundays at the 11:00AM Mss 8:00AM Nicola De Marco CYO Sports—Catholic Youth Organization—Athletic Programs 7:00PM Special Intentions Devotions to St. Nicholas for the Deceased-Thursdays, 8AM Mass Evangelization Committee—Bringing The Good News of Christ to All THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion—Communion to homebound Finance Committee—Meetings quarterly 8:00AM Salvatore Spinelli First Friday Devotions—After morning Masses every First Friday 7:00PM Mary Galone—10th Anniversary Food Cupboard—non-perishable food for the needy Formed- Spiritual & Religious Entertainment-www.Formed.org. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Hope in Christ: Spiritual Support for Addiction: archphila.org/hope. Ministers of the Word (Lectors)—Proclaiming God’s Word at Mass 8:00AM Joseph Borda Morning Prayer—Monday to Friday at 7:45AM 7:00PM Stations of the Cross Nursing Home Greetings Committee—Greeting Cards mailed Parish Pastoral Council—Meetings as announced SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Pre-Baptismal Instructions—Wednesday before Baptism at 7:30PM

8:00AM Marisa Vernacchio RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 5:00PM Antonio Mangini Bible Study & Adult Faith Formation— Studies as announced. P.R.E.P.—Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45PM—Religious instruction and SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Sacramental preparation for public school children. Anyone preparing for the Sacraments of First Eucharist and Confirmation must have two years’ 9:00AM Cerbone Family preparation before they can receive these Sacraments 11:00AM Frank Carto Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.)- For adults seeking to commit to the Catholic Faith and for Catholic adults who have not received their First Holy Communion or Confirmation

DAY CARE AND CARES PROGRAM Day Care is available for children 1-1/2 to 4 years old, Mondays through Fridays from 7:30AM to 6:00PM. Call 215-462-1515. Registrations are accepted throughout the year. Cares is our after school program offered for our students from 2:45 to 6:00PM.

2021 MASSES AND MEMORIALS 2021 There are Masses and Memorials available for 2021. Call the Rectory office if you would like to reserve a mass or memorial for a loved one.

E-GIVING AT ST. NICHOLAS “My E-Offering” is a secure, web-based platform in which donors may privately and prayerfully make one-time or recurring donations. For assistance, call Church Budget at 1-877-393-3339. Thank you.

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