SAINT THOMAS OF VILLANOVA CHURCH An Augustinian, Roman Catholic Parish 1229 E Lancaster Ave., Rosemont, PA 19010 www.stthomasofvillanova.org Office Telephone: 610-525-4801 Preschool: 610-525-7554 Fax: 610-525-6041 A Stewardship Community - Sharing our Time, Talent and Treasure
Pastoral Staff: TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Fr. Joseph A. Genito, O.S.A. SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 Pastor #210 [email protected] Fr. Michael J. Hughes, O.S.A. Parochial Vicar #206 [email protected] Fr. Bill Gabriel, O.S.A. Parochial Vicar #207 [email protected] Deacon Donald DiCarlo, Jr. [email protected]
Janine Bowers Administrative Assistant #211 [email protected] Karen Farley Business Manager #202 [email protected] Lauren Finore Dir. Of Confirmation #205 [email protected] Patty Greenhalgh Director of Weddings #217 [email protected] Mary Kurek Preschool Director [email protected] Ted Latham Music Director #223 [email protected] Jeanmarie Lorello Marketing Coordinator #208 [email protected] Maria Luby #225 Dir. of Family Life & Youth Min. SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION [email protected] Mary Kate McCauley Matrimony: Please call the Parish Center to make arrangements to meet with a Parish Nurse #209 parish priest at least 8 months prior to the wedding date. [email protected] Alice Obarski Reconciliation: Saturday after the 9:00am Liturgy in Rosemont Chapel, First Director of Liturgy #203 Fridays after 12:05 Mass or call the Parish Center to make an appointment. [email protected] Tara Penza #204 Anointing of the Sick: We are happy to offer many support services to the sick Director of Religious Education and homebound. Visits are made by the Pastoral Staff and Eucharistic Ministers to [email protected] homes and hospital care facilities. Call the Parish Center to make arrangements. Kathy Roethlein Administrative Assistant #200 Baptism: Baptisms are celebrated each month, except during Lent. Call the Parish [email protected] Center to make arrangements and to receive materials. Cathy Van Kula Christian Service Director #221 R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation): Please contact us for information on [email protected] becoming a Catholic or completing your Sacraments. We can be reached at [email protected].
MASS SCHEDULE PARISH CENTER SCHEDULE Villanova Church Sunday: 7:30am, 10:30am MONDAY — THURSDAY Rosemont Chapel Saturday: 9:00am Vigil Mass: 5:00pm 9:00am - 4:30pm Sunday: 9:00am FRIDAY HOURS are 9:00am-1:00pm. Daily Mass: Mon–Fri: 12:05pm The Parish Center is closed from Legal Holiday Mass: 9:00am 12:00pm-1:00pm; Monday-Thursday.
TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SEPTEMBER 26, 2021
Scripture Reflection….
The scene in this Sunday’s Gospel picks up where we left off last week in Mark. As Jesus continues to unpack what it means to be his follower, where greatness lies not in status but in service, the disciples misread the mission…again. This time it’s not arrogance or pride, but jealousy.
This week we find the disciple John approach Jesus with insecurity. An unknown exorcist is driving out demons in Jesus’ name, but does not follow Jesus. So, the disciples try to prevent this exorcist. Why? Previously, Jesus gave them the power to drive out demons (Mk 3:15, 6:7) and the idea that someone else is doing so is unacceptable to the disciples. That task belongs to them, not non- followers. However, once again Jesus calls them into a deeper understanding: “whoever is not against us is for us” (9:40). In today’s terms, this unknown exorcist may call to mind those who call themselves Christians, but do not practice the faith and Sacraments. Jesus challenges us to welcome their goodness and acts of kindness and healing in the world, not to respond with condemnation or judgement. Who in our lives are we inviting or discouraging from practicing their faith?
Finally, Jesus calls those who do follow him to encourage others in faith, not to become obstacles for them. The Greek word in this passage for “sin” connotes “stumbling.” His metaphorical speech vividly drives home the point: “if your hand causes you to sin, cut it off” (9:43). Such is Jesus’ invitation: how much more important is it for us who practice our faith to truly live it, and by doing so, inspire others to live theirs more fully. As disciples, are our lives stumbling blocks or conduits to another person’s experience of God’s love and mercy?
COLLECTION FOR VICTIMS OF HURRICANE IDA The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has asked dioceses around the country to encourage parishes to take up a collection to help address the tremendous needs in the United States following the devastation and destruction caused by Hurricane Ida. During the weekend of September 25th and 26th, we will be taking up a collection here at St. Thomas. Please put your donation in an envelope marked for “Hurricane Ida Collection” and make all checks payable to St. Thomas of Villanova, with “Hurricane Ida” noted on the memo line. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Stewardship Thought for the Week Thank you for your generosity for the “Anyone who gives you a cup of water to drink because you weekend of September 18 and 19, 2021: belong to Christ, amen, I say to you, will surely not lose his reward.” MARK 9:41 Number of Envelopes 226 Envelope Amount $13,325.00 We are made in God’s image and likeness. We tend to Loose Cash $210.00 forget this. When you look at others, do you see the face of Electronic Offerings $7,346.32 Jesus in them? When others look at you, do they see the Other $195.90 face of Jesus in you? When we realize that all lives matter Total $21,077.22 to God, then gratitude and generosity become easier. 10% Tithe $2,107.72 Why? Because that’s the way we are made! We are one September 20, 2020 $16,900.33 Body of Christ; when one of us is hurting, all of us feel the pain.
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Our Hearts & Doors Are Open!
We invite you to come home to the in-person celebration of Mass. All of us know instinctively that nothing compares to "being there" in person. Come to Mass in person to experience anew all that God longs to share - the peace, joy and help that flows into our lives because of our participation at Mass.
Save the Date! 10/3 Welcome Back Feast Day Celebration after the 10:30 Mass, outdoors on the Villanova Campus.
The parish has begun its “Our Hearts & Doors Are Open” welcome back to Mass campaign. Please join us!!
Would you like to attend an Outdoor Mass this Fall?
Outdoor Mass Interest Survey Due to the increasing incidence of Covid variants, St. Thomas of Villanova Church would like to get your feedback on the need for an Outdoor Mass this fall, especially for those that may have concerns about risks associated with an indoor Mass. Mass would be celebrated outside of the Rosemont Chapel. To complete the survey, please go to our website or you may can find it here via the a weblink: https://forms.office.com/r/A55dvqJnwm
CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS) WORKS TO ASSIST THOSE AFFECTED BY THE
EARTHQUAKE IN HAITI
"It is not from your own possessions that you are bestowing alms on the poor, you are but restoring to them what is theirs by right. For what was given to everyone for the use of all, you have taken for your exclusive use. The earth belongs not to the rich, but BECOMING CATHOLIC/ to everyone. Thus, far from giving lavishly, you are COMPLETING SACRAMENTS but paying part of your debt." ~ St. Ambrose
Recently, CRS has been organizing deliveries Do you or someone you know have of shelter supplies and hygiene items to more than 500 questions about the Catholic faith, families in a rural village in Nippes Department in Haiti. are interested in becoming a Catholic, Every day, CRS is working to provide critical relief to or completing Sacraments (Confirmation people affected by the Haiti Earthquake.
& Eucharist)? Contact us at Visit www.crs.org for more information. [email protected] If you are interested in getting involved here at to share your questions and learn St. Thomas, please contact Cathy Van Kula at more about our vibrant and dynamic faith. [email protected] to learn more about our new CRS Chapter.
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Schedule of Events for the week of: September 26, 2021 Recitation of the Rosary
after the daily Liturgy.
Monday, September 27, 2021 Mon., Sept. 27th Saint Vincent de Paul Daily Mass-RMCH 9:00AM 12:05PM-RMCH Dr. Henry J. Faragalli Teen Music Ministry - RMCH 6:00PM Tues., Sept. 28th Weekday; Saint Wencelaus; Saint Stewardship Meeting - PC1 7:00PM Lawrence Ruiz and Companions; Blaze - Begins 7:00PM Blesseds Peter de Zuniga and REP Parent Meeting 7:00PM Thomas of St. Augustine and Companions Tuesday, September 28, 2021 12:05PM-RMCH Henry & Mary Soehnlein - Daily Mass-RMCH 12:05PM Kelleher Family Staff Meeting 1:00PM Wed., Sept. 29th Saints Michael, Gabriel & Raphael Book Club Meeting - Aud or Zoom 7:00PM 12:05PM-RMCH Dr. Charles Mauriello - Mauriello Family Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Thurs., Sept. 30th Saint Jerome Exercise Classes - Aud 10:00AM 12:05PM-RMCH Toni Campbell (1st Anniversary) Daily Mass-RMCH 12:05PM Fri., Oct. 1st Saint Therese of the Child Jesus Religion Education Starts (Virtual) 4:45PM 12:05PM-RMCH In Thanksgiving to our Guardian Family Support Group - Aud 7:00PM Angels - Petrizzo Family Sat., Oct. 2nd The Holy Guardian Angels Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:00AM-RMCH Mary DiPietrae - Annette DiPietrae Daily Mass-RMCH 12:05PM 5:00PM-RMCH James & Anne Hennessy - Bell Choir Practice-RMCH 7:15PM James & Joan Hennessy Sun., Oct. 3rd Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Friday, October 1, 2021 Ordinary Time Daily Mass-RMCH 12:05PM 7:30AM-VNCH For the Parishioners of St. Thomas 9:00AM-RMCH Mary Jean Powers - Powers Family Saturday, October 2, 2021 10:30AM-VNCH Robert Fabianski - Patrick and Daily Mass-RMCH 9:00AM Denise Murray-Hayden Vigil Mass-RMCH 5:00PM
Sunday, October 3, 2021 Sunday Mass-VNCH 7:30AM Sunday Mass-RMCH 9:00AM Confirmation Kick-off Zoom Meeting 10:15AM Religion Education Starts (Virtual) 10:30AM Volunteers Needed to Lead Sunday Mass-VNCH 10:30AM Welcome Back Celebration after 10:30AM Mass Sunday Communion Services at Mansion at Rosemont Ministry 11:00AM The Mansion at Rosemont Baptism-RMCH 12:00PM Baptism-VNCH 1:00PM Baptism-VNCH 2:00PM On Sunday mornings, St. Thomas parishioners lead a Communion Service for the Catholic residents at The Mansion at Rosemont (formerly Rosemont Presbyterian Village, 404 Cheswick Road, Bryn WHAT DOES GOD Mawr). A few of our dedicated volunteers have WANT YOU TO DO recently retired from this ministry, and we could use a WITH THE LIFE GOD HAS few more people to help out. This is a perfect ministry GIVEN TO YOU? for current and/or retired Eucharistic Ministers. Our volunteers typically work in teams of two, but it is manageable for one person to lead the service. An opportunity to "shadow" experienced volunteers prior “Vocations are born in prayer and from prayer; And to joining this ministry is available. The commitment is only in prayer can they persevere and bear fruit.” typically one Sunday morning a month, based on your Pope Francis availability. Please contact Cathy Van Kula at [email protected] or call 610-525-4801, ext. 221, If you are interested in learning more about the Order if you are interested in this ministry. of St. Augustine and what it means to be an Augustin- ian, please visit our website: www.beafriar.org
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PRAYER LINE The parish prayer line is waiting for your prayer re- quests. Please contact [email protected] or Marie DellaGreca at 856-981-7761 to activate the parish prayer line. We have parish teams available for Congratulations to the newly Baptized members of your special intentions. our parish: Michael, son of Patrick and Laura Gavin DINNERS TO THE DOORSTEP Beckham, son of Joseph & Brooke Mahady This ministry is for parish families who are in crisis Maxwell, daughter of Joseph & Brooke Mahady or for parish couples welcoming a new baby. Home- Liam, son of Jonathan & Sally Mahady made dinners are delivered. Two parish coordinators Madelyn, daughter of Jonathan & Sally Mahady keep a list of volunteers who are called as needed. If Thomas, son of James & Eileen Mahady you are in need of this delicious community support, Walter, son of Zachary & Emily Matthews please contact Maria Gunn at 610-291-7205 or Edward, son of Edward & Whitney Robson [email protected]. Sofia, daughter of Alex and Samantha Siravo ST. FRANCIS INN Remember those in need of our prayers, especially: Volunteers are needed to serve the midday meal at Katherine Breck, Brynn Busby, Peter Cellucci, Austin St. Francis Inn in Kensington on Sunday, October DePetris, Bob Farley, Lina Fulton, Martin Gollin, Patricia 17th. The Inn tries to meet the immediate daily needs Ann Harley, Joe Hopko, Sam Horsey, Maureen Kelleher, of the poor and homeless people they serve with food, Bridget Kelly, Sara Keohane, Ashley Lythgoe, Pamela clothing and hospitality. This ministry is open to LaMonaca, Joe Massaua, Janet Mignogna, Mary Jane anyone 16 years or older. For more information and Newman, Chris Pastore, Bill Riley, Michael Salucci, to sign up, contact our parish coordinator, Sheila Holst Margaret Scully, Theresa Sherwin, Kevin Sousa, Peter at 610-659-5828 or [email protected]. Sousa and Robert J. Wahl MOTHER AND NEW FAMILY SUPPORT MINISTRY Please pray for our soldiers stationed throughout the Parishioner and nurse practitioner volunteer offers world. Please also pray for the soldiers who are support to new moms and their families who are returning from their assignments, especially the navigating the complexities of motherhood and the wounded. addition of a new baby to the family. Contact Suzanne Foley at 610-952-0147 or [email protected] or Cathy Van Kula at [email protected].
JOIN THE PARISH ANTIRACISM COMMITTEE FOR A DISCUSSION OF TONI MORRISON'S THE BLUEST EYE
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH AT 7:00PM Fr. Michael’s Scripture Study Depending on responses, we will offer both a virtual op- tion via Zoom and an in-person meeting at the Rose- Starting next Tuesday, September 28th, Fr mont Auditorium. Please RSVP to Cathy Van Kula Michael will resume his weekly scripture reflec- at [email protected] or call 610-525-4801, ext. 221. In your response, please indicate whether you tion/discussion in PC-2 at 10 AM. The series will would be joining the group via Zoom or in person. A be based on the readings for the following Sun- Zoom link will be sent to those who wish to participate in day’s Liturgy. Texts will be provided. This series a discussion online. will not be Live Streamed. All are welcome, and we encourage you to bring a friend.
4-180 St. Thomas of Villanova The STV Parish Community striving for integrity and accountability in response to the sexual abuse crisis in the Church.
As relevant news and background items come to light, we will highlight them here for your reading and thought.
Pope to Bishops: Listen to Abuse Victims for the Sake of the Church https://www.ncronline.org/news/accountability/pope-bishops-listen-abuse-victims-sake-church
First of Its Kind Assembly Addresses the Future of Latin American Catholic Church https://www.ncronline.org/news/people/first-its-kind-assembly-address-future-latin-american-catholic-church
Note: If you access these items from the parish website, the hotlinks can save a lot of error-prone typing.
BACKPACK BLESSING! To kick-off this year’s Religious Education Program we invite the children of the parish to come to the 9:00am Mass on Sunday, September 26, 2021 with their school backpacks. They will all receive a special blessing and a tag for their backpack.
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The Augustinian Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova will conduct its annual Augustinian Appeal in support of the friars’ way of life and ministries in our parish during the month of October. This general appeal replaces the Augustinian Foreign Mission Appeal which formerly had been taken up in our parish each year.
We are grateful to those parishioners who already support the mission and way of life of the friars, and we rely on your continued assistance. As a community founded to engage in the work of evangeliza- tion, we go where we are most needed, vowed to poverty, to share our spiritual and material goods, relying on the charity of those we serve to help us sustain our way of life beyond what we earn ourselves. This Appeal helps us to provide for our brothers who cannot work because of age or health, and those who are students in formation preparing for ministry.
The presentation of the Augustinian Annual Appeal will be made in two weeks on the weekend of October 9-10, 2021 followed by a direct mail appeal. Donations will also be accepted online at: www.augustinianfund.org/augustinian-appeal-2021. Gifts of any amount are welcome and will make a difference in the lives of the friars and those whom they serve.
Photo taken at the Ordination of Fr. Bill Gabriel, O.S.A., Fr. Jeremy Hiers, O.S.A. and Fr. Elizandro Contreras, O.S.A. on June 26, 2021
6-180 St. Thomas of Villanova 2021 RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVES Thursday, October 14, 2021 Monday, November 29, 2021 2:00pm to 7:00pm at St. Thomas of Villanova Rosemont Auditorium
To Sign up: www.Redcrossblood.org — USE THE SPONSOR CODE: StThomasRosemont or call 1-800-RedCross
The Red Cross is now experiencing the lowest blood donor turnout since the pandemic began and more blood donors are needed now. They are currently facing a severe blood shortage with an EMERGENCY need for Type O blood. Please sign up today! Give the gift of life. Sign up to be a blood donor today! For questions about eligibility: call 1 800-RED-CROSS
HELP WANTED PART-TIME COOK
Teen Music Ministry Augustinian Community of 6 men in Ardmore is looking for a part-time cook. Preferably The Teen Music Ministry is back again for the 4 days a week, 3-4 hours a day for dinner 2021-22 school year. preparation and some shopping. The teens will lead the music on Inquiries, including a resume or a Saturday, October 16th description of cooking experience, at the 5:00 pm vigil mass. should be directed to Any current 8th- 12th grade singers or Fr. Allan Fitzgerald, O.S.A. musicians interested in possibly getting at [email protected]. involved should join us on Monday, No phone calls please. Thank you! September 27th and October 11th from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Rosemont Chapel for rehearsal. If you are unable to attend the rehearsal AGELESS EXERCISE RETURNS TO ST. THOMAS please contact Steph Twohig for more information Ageless Exercise, Inc., presents a unique exercise [email protected] program for the young at heart consisting of range of motion, strength training, weight bearing exercises and balance challenges--all done to upbeat, fun music! Therapy bands, hands free weights, and balls are used for strengthening and stretching muscles and for attaining range of motion movement. Weight bearing CYO News exercises to strengthen bones and the skeletal struc- ture as well as aerobic endurance are included in the weekly class. CYO Basketball teams will be forming soon! Boys & Girls in grades 5-8 are eligible to The class is led by a Certified American Council on participate. Registration for basketball begins in Exercise (ACE) Instructor. Come join us and learn October. We are also looking for coaches & about your body, have fun, and strengthen your assistant coaches for some teams. Anyone muscles and bones. interested in participating please contact Matt Hutelmyer, STV Athletic Director, at Where: St. Thomas of Villanova Rosemont Auditorium [email protected] When: Every Wednesday from 10:00-11:00am, Cost: $15 for four classes--checks made payable Learn more about CYO Sports: https:// to Ageless Exercise, Inc. www.stthomasofvillanova.org/cyo.html
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// / WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES? SIGN UP TO BE AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TUTOR TODAY!
The Volunteer English Program in Chester County will sponsor a 3-session training workshop for those who wish to tutor Eng- lish as a second language to an adult immigrant or refugee. The workshop will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, October 26, Thursday, October 28, and Monday, November 3, 2021. Each session will run from 6:00pm-8:00pm. For more informa on about this exci ng and rewarding volunteer opportunity or to register for the workshop, contact (610) 918-8222 or visit the website at www.volunteerenglish.org. A one-year commitment of approximately 3 hours a week is requested.
SACRED HEART ACADEMY VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr invites you to ANNOUNCES FALL ADMISSIONS EVENTS attend one of our upcoming high school admissions events. Please join us for a Virtual Open House on Learn about what the Villa Maria sisterhood has to Wednesday September 29th at 6pm, Wednesday offer! Villa Maria Academy High School, a Catholic October 6th at 9:30am, or Wednesday October 20th college preparatory school in the tradition of the at 6pm. We will also be hosting Red and White Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Breakfast on the Hill - Prospective Parent Visits on invites young women in 7th & 8th grades to attend Friday October 1st & 15, November 5th and Decem- the school's fall events. Located in Malvern, Villa ber 10th. Registration is required for all events. Maria will host an Open House for prospective Please visit our website at SHAbrynmawr.org to access students and their families on Sunday, October 3. a full list of events, and registration links. The 8th Grade Entrance-Scholarship Exam will be offered on two dates: Sunday, October 17, and Saturday, October 23. A new event, "Public to Private School: What to Expect," will be held on Tuesday, September 28. The VMA Virtual Holy Child School at Rosemont 8th Grade Preview will be offered on Thursday, Position Available October 28. Additionally, Villa Maria will host half-day Visit Villa Days to 8th grade students Holy Child School at Rosemont is seeking a dynamic, from September through December. For more hard working, individual to join our facilities department. information or to register, please visit vmahs.org or The facilities department oversees maintenance and contact the Admissions Office at (610) 644-2551. security for the beautiful 12 acre campus which includes a soon to be completed Performing Arts and Athletic Center. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone with a few years of general maintenance experience St. Thomas Monastery Positions Available under their belt who is looking to expand their knowledge of a variety of trades and be part of a sup- portive community. St Thomas Monastery is currently looking for LPN or RN for per-diem overnight position Please submit a cover letter and resume to: (1-3 nights on weekly basis) [email protected] and bcole@holychildro Join our high-quality health care team. If you would like semont.org. For more information visit https:// to work in clean, pleasant, low stress, prayerful, small www.holychildrosemont.org/about-us/employment- staff to patient ratio, non-traditional Health Care setting and have desire to care for mind and spirit of these good men please call or email for interview. Great rates. Alenka 610-519-7399 alen- TOILETRY SAMPLES NEEDED [email protected] This is just a reminder that your toiletry samples are always St Thomas Monastery is currently looking for NA, HHA or CNA for per-diem position to join needed for the homeless. their high-quality health care team. Candidate will be assisting Friars with ADL's. If you Please drop off those miniature soaps, shampoo, would like to work in clean, pleasant, low stress, small condi oner, lo ons, and other toiletries to the Parish staff to patient ratio, non-traditional Health Care setting Center, and we will make sure they are delivered to and have desire to care for mind and spirit of these good men please call or email for interview. those in need. Thank you. Alenka 610-519-7399 [email protected]
8-180 St. Thomas of Villanova What is Walking With Purpose?
It's a chance to meet other Catholic women and know you're not alone in trying to live an authentically Catholic life.
On October 7 St. Thomas of Villanova Parish will join the dozens of parishes across the country offering the women’s Bible study Walking With Purpose founded by Lisa Brenninkmeyer, a Catholic mother of seven. As Lisa has stated in interviews, Walking With Purpose began as a small group Bible study for women in response to their desire to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ from a Catholic perspective. This is the 13th year that our parish has joyfully offered this study to the women of St. Thomas, their friends and family and any woman who is interested in knowing Jesus. The weekly lessons are designed to meet every woman where she is in her faith journey. Many of us do not know the Bible at all and WWP is helping us fill that gap. Though written by Lisa it is obvious the Holy Spirit is really the ultimate leader of the study. This year our parish is offering two studies for women participating in WWP: Opening Your Heart: the starting point designed for women who are new to Walking with Purpose as well as those with more experience in Bible Study and Keeping In Balance which will draw us into a deeper relationship with Jesus as we reflect on making more time for Christ in our busy lives. As we explore Old & New Testament Scripture we’ll reflect on ideas for managing life’s pace and pressure while living with calm and steadiness. We meet in the Parish Hall on Thursday Mornings from 9:15-11:15 with free childcare and Thursday Evenings from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Virtual groups are also available. If you are interested in accepting Christ’s invitation to come and see please email our chapter co-coordinator [email protected]. To view sample lessons please visit walkingwithpurpose.com.
Readings for the Week: Monday: Zec 8:1-8; Lk 9:46-50 Tuesday: Zec 8:20-23; Lk 9:51-56 Wednesday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a, Jn 3:47.51 Post-Abortion Healing Retreat Thursday: Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; October 22nd – 24th , 2021 Lk 10:1-12 Malvern-Frazer, Pennsylvania Friday: Bar 1:15-22; Lk 10:13-16 Saturday: Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; Mt 18:1-5, 10 Sunday: Gn 2:18-24; Heb 2:9-11; A Woman’s Testimony: I received great inner healing Mt 10:2-16 or 10:2-12 during my retreat. I recommend it to anyone suffering from abortion. I was able to forgive myself and found Christ’s unconditional love. Share the Harvest A Man’s Testimony: For 18 years, I had been Are you looking for a small way to make a big haunted by guilt that no one could take away. Through difference for others this summer? Our parish will the retreat, I was able to forgive myself. God has given be helping families in our area who are in need of me a peaceful mind, cleansed my heart and washed food by collecting fresh produce for the food pantry away my guilt. at ElderNet in Bryn Mawr. This year, they are in particular need of fresh fruit, especially ones For information call/email: that don't spoil easily such as apples, oranges, Georgeann 484-955-4278 [email protected] or and grapefruit. Susan 610-716-4795 [email protected] Baskets will be available for donations in the lobby of the Parish Center, Monday through Wednesday, Rachel’s Vineyard of Greater Philadelphia or in the back of the Rosemont Chapel after All inquiries are strictly confidential. the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday, Financial aid is offered if needed. beginning in July through mid-September. National website: www.rachelsvineyard.org
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