HOLY MARTYRS 120 Allison Road, Oreland, Pennsylvania

MASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MASSES Anticipated on Saturday 4:30 PM Sunday 9:00 AM

WEEKDAY MASSES Monday - Friday 8:30 AM and Perpetual to before Mass

Miraculous Medal Novena Monday after Mass

CONFESSION Saturdays: 3:30 to 4pm At the side porch of the rectory

Prayer to Our Lady of Good Health O Lady of Good Health, Parish Office Hours: our Merciful Father chose you to be a powerful intercessor Monday--Friday in times of trouble and woe. 9am—4pm As in past centuries when you have ended contagious diseases, we implore you now to end the Coronavirus which is damaging the holymartyrschurch.org/ health of many & spreading fear in our communities.

Teach us not to be afraid, to be courageous and generous in offering Phone: 215-884-8575 assistance to others, and to live joyfully in the state of grace. Fax: 215-884-5924 Email: Holy Mary, Mother of God, [email protected] Pray for us now and at the hour of our death. [email protected] Amen.

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Reflections from the APOSTOLIC LETTER DIES DOMINI of St. John Paul II Twenty-Sixth Week in Ordinary Time ON KEEPING THE Monday, September 27th … Saint Vincent de Paul LORD'S DAY HOLY 8:30 F. Lawless, Jr. Esq. by Meg Galia (Part 20)

Tuesday, September 28th … Saint Wenceslaus, Saint The Table of the Word Lawrence Ruiz & Companions 8:30 Margaret Brent by Jacqueline Knup As in every Eucharistic celebration, the Risen Lord is encountered in the Sunday assembly at the twofold table Wednesday, September 29th … Saint , of the word and of the Bread of Life. The table of the and , Archangels word offers the same understanding of the history of 8:30 Elizabeth Ann Hunter by Eleanor Driscoll & Jane Duffin salvation and especially of the Paschal Mystery which Thursday, September 30th … Saint Jerome the Risen Jesus himself gave to his disciples: it is Christ who speaks, present as he is in his word "when Sacred 8:30 Theresa McNerney by Jim McNerney & family Scripture is read in the Church". At the table of the Friday, October 1st … FIRST FRIDAY Bread of Life, the Risen Lord becomes really, substan- tially and enduringly present through the memorial of St. Therese of the Child Jesus his Passion and Resurrection, and the Bread of Life is 8:30 Thomas Melanson by Dad & Terry offered as a pledge of future glory.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS The Second Vatican Council recalled that "the Liturgy Friday, October 1st, is the First Friday of the month. of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist are so Join us for 8:30 am Mass & Devotions to the Sacred Heart in church followed by a continental breakfast in the Fr. Szal closely joined together that they form a single act of Conference Room. For more information contact the parish worship". The Council also urged that "the table of the office—215.884.8575. word of God be more lavishly prepared for the faithful, opening to them more abundantly the treasures of the The Altar flower arrangements this Bible". It then decreed that, in Masses of Sunday and week are in memory of holy days of obligation, the homily should not be omit- Joseph F. Lawless, Jr. Esq. ted except for serious reasons. These timely decrees by his sister, Meg Galia. were faithfully embodied in the liturgical reform, about which Paul VI wrote, commenting upon the richer offer- ing of biblical readings on Sunday and holy days: "All REMEMBER IN YOUR this has been decreed so as to foster more and more in Those who are sick: Adnan & Laboo Shah, Gail Maines, Sharon Painter, Jeanne Klerr, Robert & Pat LaMaina, Laura Dell, Kathy the faithful 'that hunger for hearing the word of the Kovach, Greg Kurpiewski, Michael Rash, Louis Cutillo, Tracey Lord' (Am 8:11) which, under the guidance of the Holy Hunsinger, Patricia Hanshaw, Eleanor Driscoll and Lisa Schmidt. Spirit, spurs the People of the New Covenant on towards For those effected by the COVID-19 pandemic. the perfect unity of the Church". Recently Deceased: Antionette DiPasquale ANNUAL EUCHARISTIC DEVOTIONS grant unto her O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. (Forty Hours Devotions)

SECOND COLLECTION

The Second Collection at Sunday Mass has resumed. Primary among our needs at this time is the replacement of the Boiler in the Church/School building. The current boiler has served for more than twenty years, and has in recent years experienced a number of issues. The project has been approved by the Archdiocese, and we are currently negotiating with contractors. The estimates range between $85,000.00 and $95,000.00. Thank you for your consideration, and your contin- ued generous support of Holy Martyrs. Sunday, October 24th--Tuesday, 26th, 2021 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament SUNDAY OFFERTORY COLLECTION following morning Mass with Devotions Weekend of September 18th & 19th, 2021 & Benediction at 11:30 am. Sunday Envelopes … $3,219.00 Mark your calendar! Specials (Debt Reduction, Maintenance-etc.)… $460.00 E-Giving … $1,156.00 Total — $4,835.00 Who will take your place as a generous benefactor to Holy Martyrs Church? A memorial gift in your Will Second Collection … $883.00 (to date) could continue your generosity after death.

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PRAYER TO SAINT MICHAEL St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls Amen. JOIN US IN PRAYING THE ROSARYY 6:00 pm PRAYER TO To you, O blessed Joseph, Thursday, October 7th 2021 do we come in our tribulation, and having implored the help Mary Shrine of your most holy Spouse, we confidently invoke your Holy Martyrs Rectory patronage also. 120 Allison Road, Oreland Through that charity which bound you to the Immaculate Virgin Mother of God and through the paternal love with which you embraced the Child Jesus, TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS we humbly beg you graciously to regard the inheritance which Jesus Christ has purchased by his Blood, and with your power and strength to aid us in our necessities. O most watchful guardian of the , defend the chosen children of Jesus Christ; O most loving father, ward off from us The Traditional Latin Mass is offered at the every contagion of error and corrupting influence; O our most mighty protector, be kind to us National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa and from heaven assist us in our struggle on the second Sunday of each month. with the power of darkness. Sunday, October 9th ... 11:15 am in the Lower Chapel of Our Lady As once you rescued the Child Jesus from deadly peril, so now protect God's Holy Church from the snares of the enemy and from all adversity; shield, For more information about the too, each one of us by your constant protection, so Traditional Latin Mass in the Philadelphia area that, supported by your example and your aid, we Visit: LATINMASSPHILA.ORG may be able to live piously, to die in holiness, and to obtain eternal happiness in heaven. Amen. Church Missal/Hymnal In the near future we will be For more information about the Year of Saint Joseph purchasing the Hymnal/Pew visit: http://archphila.org/joseph/ Missal from International Liturgy Publications, for our church. It is a hard-cover Missal which will last Saint Joseph Votive Candle for many years. During the Jubilee Year of St. Joseph, a The CREDO Hymnal contains: Votive Candle will burn at his shrine in our church. • Over 650 hymns and songs You are invited to donate the candle which • Seven Mass Settings in addition to burns for one week in memory of, or in honor the chants of the Roman Missal of a loved one, or for a special intention. • The Order of Mass The Offering is $10.00 for a weekly candle. Selected prayers and devotions Envelopes are available at the entrances of church. In order to offset the cost, we are inviting you to consider donating a hymnal in honor of, or in Relic Prayer Cards memory of a loved one, of simply as a gift from . . A Variety of Prayer Cards are available near . For each donation of $25.00, a bookplate will be the Sacristy in the Church or the Parish Office. placed in the front of one of the hymnals. The hym- nal and bookplate are pictured. Please contact the THIRD CLASS RELIC CARDS Offering $5.00 each Rectory Office if you are interested in donating a hymnal. Thank you for your consideration. 3 Holy Martyrs Roman Catholic Church, Oreland, Pa. 19075 September 26th, 2021 Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

PARISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM Registration for 2021-2022 year has begun. Forms are Respect Life Committeeee available in the church vestibules and on the porch of the rectory for families to pick up. More information is available on the parish website under the Religious Education link. Adam and Sarah Dickerson Directors of Religious Education 215-884-8575, ext.111 Pennsylvania March for Life on Monday, September 27, 2021, in Harrisburg, PA. On the Pennsylvania House HOLY MARTYRS PRAYER LINE of Representative’s first day back in session, marchers will rally at the steps of the state capitol to call on legis- We have a group of 25 Holy Martyrs parishioners praying lators to protect unborn children. for those requesting prayers. Currently there are 60 on the For more information or to join us contact holy- prayer list. If you have a prayer intention or would like to [email protected] or phone 215-884-8575. have someone pray for you, contact Jean Kriz at [email protected] — 215.836.1348. All calls are kept confidential. 40 Days for Life BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY Holy Martyrs is responsible for Thursday, September 30th 777 Apple Tree Road, Philadelphia Holy Martyrs offers a Grief Support Group to provide a safe space for sharing your feelings after the death of a loved Friday, October 29th one. Due to the pandemic, we are not meeting in person. 12th & Locust Streets, Philadelphia Our Ministry still wants to be there for you. You can call the Contact: [email protected] rectory to schedule a telephone session, contact by email, or receive grief materials by mail to read about the process or journey through your grief. All calls are confidential. You can reach Doris at 215-884-5175, extension 105 or by email at [email protected]. HOLY MARTYRS CHURCH RESPECT LIFE FORUM Click on the picture below to view the stories. Thursday, October 20th, 2021 7 PM — Fr. Szal Conference Room WATCH “Understanding and Confronting Sex Traffick- A pampered child from a middle-class 19th ing and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of century French family, Therese Martin Children (CSEC) in our Community” journeys to Rome to beg Pope Leo XIII for permission to enter the Carmelite monas- Learning Objectives: tery at the unheard-of age of 15. Once admitted she experiences the joys and rigors of monastic life, and makes the surprising yet x Participants will learn the definition of "sex simple discovery that holiness can be achieved by small acts of trafficking," and "commercial sexual exploitation love and compassion – a spiritual path she calls her “Little Way.” of children," (CSEC) along with relevant state and federal laws. LISTEN x Participants will examine the vulnerabilities In this compilation of three episodes from his and risk factors that make a child more susceptible classic television program, "Life is Worth to CSEC. Living," Fulton Sheen delivers his thoughts on various elements of the Catholic x Participants will learn to identify the red flags Faith with his ever-present humor, animated and indicators of CSEC that victims may present. presentation, and captivating mode of speaking. In the first x Participants will learn about Montgomery segment, "Angels," Bishop Sheen explicates the nature of an- County’s response to CSEC and Sex Trafficking. gels and the meaningful role they play in our world. x Participants will learn the appropriate steps to LEARN take if they suspect CSEC and what resources they Dr. Brant Pitre, Scripture scholar and bestselling can use to best support victims. author, uses biblical and historical evidence to bolster the "case for Jesus" by exposing the problems with the many false theories that have been introduced SAVE THE DATE!! over the past hundred years resulting in widespread skepticism about the reliability of Christian Faith. He tackles head-on ques- Autumn Clothing Drive: Green Drop Truck tions like: Were the four Gospels written anonymously? Did Thursday, November 4th Jesus claim to be God? Did Jesus fulfill the Jewish prophecies of Holy Martyrs Church parking Lot the Messiah? and many more. 9 am until 2 pm https://formed.org 4 Holy Martyrs Roman Catholic Church, Oreland, Pa. 19075 September 26th, 2021 Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

PARISH LOTTERY CALENDAR SOCIETY OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR WINNERS! NEWS September 1st—December 31st In today’s gospel Jesus tells his disciples: Cost: $25.00 each “Anyone who gives you a drink of water If you would like to purchase a calendar, they can be found because you belong to Christ will not, I in the church exit and on the side porch of the rectory. The assure you, go without his reward.” On return slip and payment must be returned to the parish. September 27, the Church will celebrate the feast of St. You must be 18 years of age to play. Vincent de Paul. The members of the Society of St. Vin- If you are not interested in purchasing the lottery calendar cent de Paul are on the front line in laboring for the please return it to the parish office. poor, they are among the first to know their real needs. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vin- All calendar returns must be received in the parish office cent de Paul was able to assist ___families, providing by 12 Noon during the week to qualify for the nightly ___ in food, ___for utility, ___rent and other bills. drawing. God Bless You The numbers are based on the EVENING DRAWING. Next meeting: Wednesday October 6th 7pm ~~ Convent Meeting Room WANT TO KNOW WHAT’S GOING ON? Contact Dan Holmes for information: 484.844.4706. x https://www.facebook.com/HolyMartyrsCarnival/ Boot Up Philly x https://www.facebook.com/holymartyrs/ benefitting x https://www.facebook.com/holymartyrsrespectlife St. John’s Hospice x http://www.holymartyrscyo.com/ Sponsored by the x Parish website: https://holymartyrschurch.org/ Society of St. Vincent de Paul & Holy Martyrs Respect Life Committee HOLY MARTYRS Assist those who are living on the streets by providing them with the following NEW items: CYO NEWS Men’s work boots, Underwear and Socks The parish would like to acknowledge (all sizes are needed). Tom Hasty for stepping up to be the Items can be purchased online at Walmart.com Athletic Director for the last few years. or Amazon.com Boxes are on the side porch of the rectory He devoted much of his free time to running the for your donations! Thank you:) CYO program at Holy Martyrs. Thank you, Tom, for your many hours of work for CYO. Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Good luck and best wishes to you and your family Regarding the Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan going forward! “The last several weeks have been filled with heartbreaking We will be searching for a new director of CYO at images of individuals and families struggling to flee Af- ghanistan. We have heard harrowing first-hand accounts Holy Martyrs. Those interested should contact the from those witnessing the humanitarian crisis unfold on the parish office 215.884.8575. ground. We have also shared deep sadness following the tragic deaths of Armed Forces personnel and civilians in Kabul. We are all created in the image of God and entitled respect UPCOMING PARISH and dignity. As people of faith, we have a responsibility to EVENTS! help our Afghani brothers and sisters through prayer as well as generous and compassionate acts of mercy. I urge all people of goodwill to support Catholic Relief Services and Respect Life Spaghetti Dinner Catholic Charities USA humanitarian efforts. The Archdio- (Saturday, November 6th) cese of Philadelphia stands ready to work with these organi- zations as well as the United States Conference of Catholic Exposition of Sacred Relics to assist refugees arriving in the United States. All (Date to be determined. Relic Prayer cards of us must do what we can to answer the call of the Holy are available in church.) Father to accompany migrants and refugees on their jour- ney. I fervently encourage all people of good will to intensify Breakfast with SANTA! their prayers seeking peace in Afghanistan. (Sunday, December 5th) Watch the bulletin for more details! May God abundantly bless you.”

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Jesus gives us everything FUNDRAISER EVENTS we need Boscov's Friends Helping Friends. This is an in the Eucharist in-store only 25% off shopping discount on October 20, 2021. You donate $5 to your church and receive Join us for Daily Mass a shopping pass to be used on October 20th. (Monday through Friday) Please send your $5 in an envelope to the parish office (or drop it in the collection basket at Mass) with your name and address. in Church at 8:30 am Your shopping pass will be sent to your home.

Saturday 4:30 pm & FLOWE R POWER—Don’t forget to order your bulbs for Fall. You Sunday 9:00 am. can order online — Click on the floral picture and it will take you to the website to place your order!! HAPPY GARDENING!

LOCAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL WATCH YOUR EMAIL FOR THE INFORMATION WEEKLY MARTYRS MESSENGER! At this time of year, most High Schools that are listed below will be holding Open Houses. Contact the parish office to update your Please click on the name for more information. email address if you are not currently Archbishop Wood — hƩps://www.archwood.org/ receiving the Martyrs Messenger. Father Judge — hƩps://www.fatherjudge.com/ Gwynedd Mercy — hƩps://www.gmahs.org/ PARISH STAFF La Salle College High School — hƩps://www.lschs.org/ Pastor Rev. Jason V. Kulczynski Bishop McDevitt — hƩps://www.mcdeviƩhs.org/ Weekend Assistant Rev. Michael Shea Mount St. Joseph — hƩps://www.msjacad.org/ Business Manager Mr. William Boyce Roman Catholic — hƩps://www.romancatholichs.com/ Liturgical Music Mrs. Janet Gries St. Joseph Prep — hƩps://www.sjprep.org/index.cfm Parish Religious Education Adam & Sarah Dickerson Martin — hƩps://www.marƟnsaintsclassical.org/ Parish Services Coordinator Mrs. Terry Melanson Adult Faith Formation Outreach, Parish Nurse Mrs. Doris Duncheskie Church Secretary Ms. Anne Brownholtz CATECHISTS for Parish Religious Prayer Request Line Mrs. Jean Kriz Education Program ([email protected]) ALTAR FLOWER MINISTRY - Respect Life Joan & Bob Gillies Volunteers for this ministry provide C.Y.O. Director flowers for the Altar and the Church. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Mr. Dan Holmes LANDSCAPING - Our dedicated volunteers who care for Pastor Emeritus Rev. Michael J. Ryan our grounds and shrines are in need of some assistance. LITURGICAL MINISTERS - For those called to assist at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass as Readers, Special PARISH REGISTRATION Ministers of Holy Communion, Cantors, & Choir Catholics should be officially registered in a Parish. You may members & Altar Servers. register, or update your information, in the Sacristy after Sunday OFFICE HELP - Occasional help is needed to cover the Mass or in the Parish Office, 9am - 4pm on Monday to Friday. phone line, scheduled vacation time & bulk mailings during THE SACRAMENT OF the year. Please contact Terry Melanson, Baptism Coordinator, at the parish office to begin preparations for the Sacrament of Baptism. HOLY DUSTERS - To keep our church swept and clean. You will receive important information regarding choosing The commitment time would be approximately 1 hour a Godparents and the Celebration of the Sacrament and sigh up for week. It would include running the vacuum, dusting the the Baptism Preparation Program. Following participation in the pews & window sills. Program of Preparation and returning the Letters of Eligibility for the Godparents we can schedule the date for the Baptism. (Usually the first Sunday of the month at 11:30 am.) Please use the form below or contact the Church Office 215-884-8575 or email: [email protected]) GODPARENT & SPONSOR if you are interested and able to volunteer. LETTERS OF ELIGIBILITY I ඐඈඎඅൽ අං඄ൾ ඍඈ ඌൾඋඏൾ ඍඁൾ අඈඋൽ ൺඌ ൺ: Requests for a Letter of Eligibility for Sacramental Sponsors may be made to the Parish Office. Sponsors must be registered in the Selected Ministry: ______parish and active in the practice of the Catholic Faith, especially Name: ______regular participation at Sunday Mass and the celebration of the Phone number: ______or Sacraments. See our parish website for more information. Email Address: ______SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE You can drop off the form at the rectory or in the You must meet with a priest at least six months prior before the collection basket any weekend. date you would like it scheduled. Call the rectory.

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