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Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas
Tips for Facilitating a Great Small Group
An powerful part of all fruitful evangelization is to offer people an experience of a small group. In a small group, friendships are formed, faith is strengthened, and new insights emerge. Whether you are running small groups for ChristLife, Evangelical Catholic, CCO, a FOCUS Bible Study or an adult faith formation program, the small group discussion is a pivotal part of helping a person moving into a deeper encounter with Jesus.
Since small groups are so important for spiritual growth, it's important that we run them well and create a life-giving experience for participants. For all of our small group facilitators (or would-be facilitators), here are two great resources that offer tips on how to effectively facilitate a small group experience:
Office for the New Evangelization Events
Workshop in Spanish for Parish Leaders
Enciende tu ministerio:
Introducción a la Nueva Evangelización
Taller de formación para lideres actuales y nuevos
Sábado 5 de Marzo del 2022
8:30am – 12:30pm
Concluiremos con la misa de 12pm
Arquidiócesis de Filadelfia Centro Pastoral
222 North 17th Street, Filadelfia, PA 19103
Presentadoras:
Meghan Cokeley, Directora
Paola Herrera, Directora Asociada
Oficina para la Nueva Evangelización
Más información:
Around the Archdiocese
Below you will find online Catholic events being offered in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the newsletter, please email all pertinent information in the format used below to pherrera@archphila.org by the 23rd of the month for consideration.
Saturday, January 27, 2022 - 7 PM
Event: Lord, Teach me to Pray
Are you searching for a deeper relationship with the Lord? Can your prayer life use a booster? Consider taking part in a prayer group for women based on the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola. A trained facilitator leads a small faith-sharing group for 1-2 hours once a week for 12 weeks in a confidential setting. Participants are introduced to the methods of the Ignatian style of prayer, meditation and contemplation, as well as the Daily Examen.
Location: Sacred Heart Rectory - 316 E Broadway Avenue, Clifton Heights, PA 19018
More info: Registration by email marykenneypowers@gmail.com
Sunday January 30th, 2022 @ 1pm
Event: Martin Saints Classical High School - Admissions Open House
We would love to meet you and tell you about our school. Please RSVP, and we will be in touch closer to the event. Are we the right school for your student? Martin Saints hosts Open Houses throughout the school year. Please come, learn more our school and admissions process, and meet our team!
Location: On the campus of Holy Martyrs Church, 121 Allison Road, Oreland PA 19075.
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier (llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org) or view flyer
Monday, January 31, at 7pm
Event: Martin Saints Classical High School kicks off Catholic Schools Week - Muslim convert and Navy pilot will speak about the renewal in Catholic Education.
Lieutenant Commander Ali Ghaffari grew up Muslim, son of a single mom. But after college, he met a Catholic mentor and converted. After a career as a Navy pilot, he now devotes himself to Catholic classical schools. He’ll be giving a talk about his remarkable life, and why he believes Catholic classical schools are so important at this stage in our history. It should be an inspiring evening. If you've never heard of Catholic classical schools, come learn more about this amazing renewal movement in Catholic education.
Location: Glenside Knights of Columbus (235 Limekiln Pike). Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.
February 4, 2022-7:00 PM
Event: Healing Mass and Prayer Service
Join us for Mass, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, praise and worship music and healing prayers.
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901
More info: https://czestochowa.us/newsevents/upcoming-events/
February 4-6, 2022
Event: FOCUS SEEK Small Group Conference (Virtual Event)
SEEK22 is a multi-day event centered on the heart of the Gospel. This year, the full conference experience is coming straight to your parish! With exciting talks from some of today’s best Catholic speakers, times for prayer and the sacraments, deep discussions on relevant issues of the faith and community fellowship, SEEK will give you the hands-on experience you need to go deeper in mission with your local parish community.
How it works: Your parish or ministry assembles a group(s) of up to 10 people who want to participate in SEEK. You create your own schedule, incorporating the livestreamed and recorded conference talks, as well as in-person adoration, Confession, small group discussion and Mass at your parish.
Cost: $595 for a group of up to 10 people (Grants to help offset the cost are available for parish groups. Click here for details.)
For more details and to register: https://seek.focus.org/details/at-your-parish/
Saturday, February 5, 2022 - 9 AM to 2:30PM
Event: REDISCOVERING SACROSANCTUM CONCILIUM: What's Right with the Rite
Topics include: The Absolute Need for Sacrosanctum Concilium; Changes in music, art, and environment with focus on the music; Can we return from live-streaming to full, conscious, and active participation?; Rising to the Challenge: Covid and Liturgical Ministry
Location: Empress Room - St. Helena Church 1489 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell PA 19422
More info: Patricia Gallo-Terrenzio at president@acmpmusic.com / Registration at: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eiy0nx2pcf3dd24f&llr=v9zg7diab
Location: Corpus Christi Parish, Parish Center - 900 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale PA 19446
SESSION TWO: Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 7:00 PM
Location: Saints Simon & Jude Parish -Meehan Center (next to church)8 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester PA 19382
Event: ARE YOU CALLED? - Permanent Diaconate Information Nights
We invite Catholic men (and wives if married) between the ages of 29 and 55 to join us for an in-person panel of clergy about discerning a vocation to the Permanent Diaconate and admittance to the School for Diaconal Formation program.
More info: View Flyer or https://archphila.org/deacon or School of Diaconal Formation website https://www.scs.edu/diaconal-formation
Saturday, February 5, 2022 - 7 PM
Event: SEEK Philly Night of Adoration (in person)
The pivotal event at a SEEK conference is the Saturday night Eucharistic Adoration with Confessions and prayers teams. The Archdiocese has planned a local Adoration night for SEEK22 groups in our area. Event includes: • Keynote by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez • Eucharistic Adoration with Confessions and Prayer Teams • Livestream of the evening SEEK Keynote
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA
More info: View the flyer; Registration is not required for this event. All small groups participating in the SEEK22 virtual conference (see above) are welcome!
Monday, February 7 - Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Event: Winter Peaks: A 31-Day Journey
Description: All adults are invited to journey through the book “Peak Encounters” with author Heather Makowicz! Read the book on your own, gathering five times to discuss, in person at Malvern Retreat House on Mondays, 7:00-8:00 pm OR via Zoom on Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Registration is free but required.
Location: MONDAYS at Malvern Retreat House, 315 S. Warren Ave., Malvern, PA 19355 OR TUESDAYS via Zoom
More info: Register at peakencounter.org/new-events. View flyer
Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 1:30-2:45pm
Event: Nourish for Caregivers Ministry: End of Life Information Session
Please join our family members, caregivers and loved ones and all those who provide spiritual and emotional support at the end of life, to discuss how to make those difficult decisions and how the teachings of the Catholic Church can provide guidance and support.
Location: Epiphany of Our Lord Church, Rectory meeting Room, 3050 Walton Rd, Plymouth Meeting, Pa.
More Info: View Flyer and To register: RSVP no later than Friday, Feb. 4 by calling 610-828-8634 or by emailing eol@epiphanyofourlord.com. Those who wish to attend virtually will be given a link upon RSVP.
February 18, 2022 at 7:00PM via zoom.
Event: The Life of Fr. Bill Atkinson
We are inviting you to hear about the inspiring life of Servant of God, Fr. Bill Atkinson whom Paralyzed from the neck down in a sledding accident as a young novice, Fr. Bill went on to live an exemplary life as an Augustinian priest. The Diocese of Philadelphia, where Fr. Bill was born and ministered to many, is promoting his Cause for Canonization.
Fr. Joseph Zaleski, presently serving at Bonner & Prendergast High School, will be our presenter.
More info: Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 864 0074 9064; Passcode: 985502
Sunday, February 20, 2022 7:00 PM
Event: H E A R T: HEAR. ENCOUNTER. ASK. RECEIVE. TRANSFORM
A virtual gathering for young women looking to learn more about a vocation to the Sisters of Christian charity. Sisters Share Vocation Stories, February 20, 2022 7:00 PM; A Day in the Life, March 16, 2022 7:00 PM; The Charism of Blessed Pauline, April 10, 2022 7:00 PM
More info: View Flyer
Sunday, February 20, 2022 - 5:30 PM Presentation followed by 6:30 PM Mass
Event: Hope from the Ashes, Preparing for Lenten Evangelization
Each Ash Wednesday and Lent, the Church experiences a sudden increase in engagement, especially among those who are otherwise disconnected from a faith community. Together, we will explore this annual phenomenon and consider how we, as active Catholics and Christians, can respond this coming Lent with an evangelizing heart for one another.
Speaker: Paul E. Jarzembowski, Associate Director for the Laity at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops [USCCB], Washington DC.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 7:00pm
Event: Annual Newman Lecture: John Henry Newman and Edith Stein on Christian Education
Collegium Institute and the Penn Catholic Newman Community, welcomes Prof. Dermot Moran to deliver this year’s Annual Newman Lecture. Prof. Moran is the inaugural holder of the Joseph Chair in Catholic Philosophy at Boston College and former Director of the International Centre for Newman Studies, University College Dublin (UCD). His talk will focus on Edith Stein and John Henry Newman on Christian education and the university. Register for free at the link below.
Location: Penn Newman Center (111 S 38th St. Philadelphia, PA 19104)
More info: https://newmanlecture2022.eventbrite.com
Date: Saturday, February 26, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Event: Deepening Our Relationship with God through Spiritual Direction
Description: Spiritual direction is a practice that helps us notice and be attentive to God’s presence in our prayer and daily lives. Spiritual directors are companions who listen attentively to our present experience of prayer and invite us to listen to the Word of God and see how it fosters our choices. Together with Sr. Barbara and three other seasoned spiritual directors, we will explore how this practice helps us deepen our personal relationship with our Lord.
Speaker: Sister Barbara Springer, SSJ (formerly on staff of the Jesuit Center at Wernersville, PA and St. Mary-by-the-Sea Retreat House, Cape May, NJ)
Location: Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Avenue, Philadelphia
More Info: Cost: $35.00 includes continental breakfast, lunch, and program.
Click:https://msbt.org/event/spiritualdirectionworkshop/ for the flyer and registration form.
Sábado 5 de marzo del 2022 de 8:30am – 12:30pm
Evento: Enciende tu ministerio - Introducción a la Nueva Evangelización
Taller de formación para lideres actuales y nuevos. Durante esta presentación aprenderás, ¿Qué es evangelizar? ¿Cuál es la misión central de tu ministerio? ¿Cómo responder a la llamada de Cristo «vayan y hagan discípulos»? ¿Qué recursos existen para ayudar a otros a experimentar la alegría de ser católicos? También revisaremos ¿De qué manera la Oficina para la Nueva Evangelización puede apoyar tu ministerio?
Dónde: Centro Pastoral de la Arquidiócesis de Filadelfia, 222 North 17th Street, Filadelfia, PA 19103
Más información: Ver volante y registración
Sundays, March 6, April 3, September 4, October 2, December 4, 2022 - 12:00 PM (Movie Running Time = 30 Minutes)
Event: Catholic Cinema Sundays for Children
Description: You are invited to the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, PA for some family fun on designated first Sundays of the month to enjoy Catholic films for children presented on the “big screen” in the Spirituality Centre. There is no cost to attend, and no registration is necessary. The movie plays whether one child or 100 children show up. Children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Sweet treats will be available for donations from our movie snack cart. For further information, contact angela@padrepio.org. Visit us at: www.padrepio.org.
Location: National Centre for Padre Pio - 111 Barto Road - Barto, PA
March 2022
Event: Lenten Program – “Forgiven”
Holy Cross Parish (Springfield, Delaware County) will offer a Lenten study of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, “Forgiven.” Re-imagine this beautiful Sacrament as a gift, not a burden. The study consists of 3 lessons, offered at 3 different times, in order to be available to all:
Monday evenings (March 7, 14, 21) @ 7:00-8:30PM
Wednesday mornings (March 9, 16, 23) @ 9:15-10:45AM
Wednesday evenings (March 9, 16, 23) @ 7:00- 8:30PM
Location: Holy Cross Parish - 651 E Springfield Road, Springfield PA 19064
More info: please contact Pattie Stevens @ pattiejstevens@comcast.net
Wednesday, Mar 9, 2022, 7:00-8:30 PM
Event: Five Keys to Freedom: Unlocking the Power of the Gospel in Your Life
Come learn about the Five Keys of Unbound, a simple process of prayer that will help you unleash the liberating power of the Gospel into your life and find greater freedom. This presentation is for everyone. It can be especially helpful for situations such as relationship problems, habitual sin, chronic anger, fear, sadness, or other areas of life where you feel "stuck" and unable to move forward.
Speaker: Meghan Cokeley, Director, Office for the New Evangelization Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Location: St. Nicholas Church, 1700 block of S. 9th Street, Philadelphia (Limited parking available at Neumann-Goretti High School)
More info: Click here for the flyer; No charge to attend. Please RSVP at phillyevang.org/events.
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, March 13-15,2022 at 7:00PM
Event: Parish Mission -- Faith, Hope and Love and the Cross
Presenters:
Sunday (Faith): Kelly Anderson, S.S.L., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Biblical Studies for the Major Seminary Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary.
Monday (Hope): Nina Marie Corona, Founder and Facilitator of We Thirst Ministries
Tuesday (Love): Meghan Cokely, Office for the New Evangelization, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Location: Sanit Robert Bellarmine Church, 856 Euclid Ave., Warrington
More Info: No registration required, all are welcome.
March 16, 2022
Event: SHROUD ENCOUNTER at St. Andrew the Apostle, Drexel Hill
Russ Breault, a leading expert on the Shroud of Turin, is coming to St. Andrew the Apostle Church in Drexel Hill. Join us as we explore the hidden mystery of the Shroud. A life-size replica will be on display to help us to see the hidden truth behind this mysterious Christian artifact. You do not want to miss this opportunity!
Location: St. Andrew the Apostle, 3500 School Lane, Drexel Hill
More Information: Click here
Cost: $10 - For tickets: https://www.standrewdh.org/events-1/shroud-encounter-at-st-andrew-drexel-hill
For more details: Contact Nicky Verna, Director of New Evangelization, 610-259-1169 or nverna@standrewdh.org
March 19, 2022
Event: Man-Up Philly Men's Spirituality Conference
Join us for Philadelphia's Biggest Spirituality Conference, a day to inspire, energize and enable men to be better sons, fathers, and husbands by living our faith and leading our families by example. Our conference day will include morning prayer, Eucharistic adoration led by Mark Forrest, confessions, and a Mass for the Solemnity of St. Joseph celebrated by Archbishop Nelson Perez.
Speakers: Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, Coach Pat Chambers, Keith Nester and more
Location: Immaculata University, Exton, PA
More info and registration: View the flyer or visit https://manupphilly.com/ (Receive a 10% discount on registration using the Promo Code STJOSEPH.)
Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 7:00pm
Event: Vespers & Benediction for the Annunciation of Mary, Mother of God
Join Collegium Institute and Durandus Institute for Sacred Liturgy and Music for Vespers & Benediction for the Annunciation of Mary, Mother of God. This evening choral event will be held in person at St. Francis de Sales Parish in West Philadelphia. RSVP is not required but highly encouraged (so the organizers can get an accurate headcount and plan accordingly). Click the link below for more information and to RSVP. Location: Saint Francis de Sales Parish (4625 Springfield Avenue Philadelphia, PA, 19143)
More info: https://www.collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/annunciation-vespers-2022
More info: https://www.collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/annunciation-vespers-2022
Saturday, March 26, 2022 - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (10:30 AM Traditional Latin Mass/11:30 AM Rosary)
Event: Holy Face of Jesus Presentation
Description: The extremely delicate transparent cloth woven from byssus fiber with the image of our Resurrected Lord Jesus Christ has been housed in a reliquary for centuries in the Basilica of the Volto Santo (Holy Face) in a small Italian town called Manoppello in Italy. Visit us at the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, PA and learn about this remarkable image and Servant of God, Padre Domenico da Cese, O.F.M. Capuchin who is considered its new discoverer and first ambassador.
Location: National Centre for Padre Pio - 111 Barto Road - Barto, PA
Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 1:30pm-5:30pm
Event: To Be Deep in History is to Be Catholic: Newman's Essay on the Development of Doctrine (Event for High School Teens)
Many claim the long, ignominious history of crusades and inquisitions, heretic burning and scandalous clergy suffice to disprove the claims of the Catholic Church to be the one true Church. And how do you reconcile the papacy, purgatory, transubstantiation, the veneration of Mary and the saints, and a whole host of other Catholic doctrines and practices with Sacred Scripture? To address these and other questions, the Collegium Institute's Young Catholic Leaders Initiative invites high school students to an afternoon seminar at the Penn Newman Center. Drawing from John Henry Newman's Essay on the Development of Christian Doctrine, this seminar will provide a framework to understand Church history and apply this framework to contested historical episodes and contemporary questions.
Location: Penn Newman Center (111 S 38th St.Philadelphia, PA 19104)
Through March 2022
Event: Come and See Weekends for Men Discerning a Call to the Priesthood
Come & See events offer men considering a vocation the opportunity to visit the St. Charles Borromeo Seminary to see what seminary life is like and explore a possible call to the priesthood.
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA
More info: https://heedthecall.org/comeandsee/
Sat, Apr 2nd – 6:00-10:00 PM
Event: Fundraiser: KNight at the Races
Would you support Catholic, Pro-Life Health Care for women, married couples, and families? Does the guarantee of a wildly fun evening spark your interest? If yes, then don your best Kentucky Derby hat, throw your hat in the ring, and join us for a KNight at the Races! The Knights of Columbus, District 21, is sponsoring this exhilarating event for the benefit of the Gianna Center of Philadelphia and Pro-Life Health Care! This thrilling audience-participation event will screen real horse races to recreate the atmosphere of being right at the track. Buy a thoroughbred for $30. If your horse wins, you win $50. Bet on the outcome of races, root and cheer with your friends, enjoy good food and fine wine, and see those horses fly!
Location: Mother of Divine Providence Parish Center, 333 Allendale Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406
More info: For more information, click HERE. Interested in being a sponsor? Contact Mr. Mark Kochanowsky | KofC3327@zoominternet.net or 484 833 9404.
Saturday, April 2, 2022; 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Event: Marriages of Grace Enrichment Day
Come with your Spouse or Fiancé to enrich and strengthen your Marriage in Jesus Christ. Listen to dynamic married couples speak on relevant topics, share a delicious lunch, meet new couples, and celebrate Mass with Bishop McIntyre.
Location: Cardinal O’Hara High School
(Please note that this website is currently under construction and will very soon include site to register and pay for event)
Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022 - 9:15 AM to 3:15 PM
Event: Divine Mercy Retreat with Father Chris Alar, MIC
Description: Come away and rest awhile in the loving embrace of JESUS WHO IS MERCY. Join us at the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, PA for this one day retreat with Father Chris Alar, MIC.
The day includes: Confession, Mass, Benediction, Divine Mercy Chaplet and Two Conferences
Location: National Centre for Padre Pio - 111 Barto Road - Barto, PA
More info: View Flyer (Attached) for more details.
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 - 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Event: Making Missionary Disciples: A Training Conference for Ministry Leaders
Join us for a training conference on the fundamentals of forming missionary disciples in a parish setting with evangelization expert, Dr. Edward Sri! This event is relevant for anyone involved in parish ministry and will equip you for mission in whatever mission field you find yourself. See the flyer below for workshop topics.
Speaker: Dr. Edward Sri, Vice President of Formation, Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS)
Location: Mother of Divine Providence Parish Center, King of Prussia
More info: Click here for the flyer; Cost is $20 pp; To register, visit https://www.phillyevang.org/events/
Monday, June 27, to Wednesday, June 29, 2022
Event: How to Survive and Thrive in College: God, Truth, and the University (Event for High School Teens)
Join the Collegium Institute's Young Catholic Leaders Initiative for a three day summer seminar for high school students where we explore through lectures and seminars, tours and pilgrimages what it means to be true to yourself, true to your friends and family, and true to God both in the university and beyond. While much of the seminar will be grounded in first principles, it will also feature practical contemporary advice from alumni and current students of Ivy League universities and small liberal arts colleges on how to succeed in college. The seminar will conclude with a public lecture by Prof. Anna Moreland and Prof. Tom Smith on their upcoming book Majoring in Life: The College Guide to Adulting. The priority application deadline is February 28, 2022.
Location: Penn Newman Center (111 S 38th St.Philadelphia, PA 19104)
January 2022 to May 2022
Event: Catholic Grandparents Ministry
Event: Catholic Grandparents Ministry
Grandparents, you have a great influence for evangelizing the family. Please join the Catholic Grandparents Ministry to support other Grandparents and to pray for our children and grandchildren. You can help build a vibrant Grandparents ministry and become equipped to pass on the faith.
Location: zoom meeting
More info: Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 7PM by zoom. Our next meeting is Tuesday, January 4. If you need more information, want to be added to our email list and get the zoom link, please contact Lidia Manieri 610-350-7232 lidia@mmanieri.com or Paul and Mary Kay Dunne 610-724-6534.
Ongoing Classes Available
Event: SoulCore
SoulCore is a Marian prayer apostolate which combines the beautiful prayers of the Rosary with simple, functional movements, core strengthening, flexibility and stretching. Together, we combine body, mind and spirit to deepen our relationship with Christ through His Mother Mary. Current classes are offered on zoom and all link information as well as current schedules are available on our website. All classes are free of charge and ALL are welcome to join! No fitness or Rosary experience necessary.
SoulCore Leader: Nicky Verna, M.A. - certified leader/regional ambassador/trainer
Location: All classes on zoom
More info: https://www.soulcorephilly.com/ or email nicky@soulcore.com
LOOKING AHEAD...
April 24, 2022 - Archdiocesan Mass for Persons with Disabilities, Philadelphia
April 30, 2022 - Archdiocesan Family Festival, Cardinal O'Hara High School
June 21-25, 2022 - GIVEN Catholic Young Women's Leadership Forum, Aston
October 6-14, 2022 - Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Eric Banecker
Save the Date! October 22, 2022 - Catholic Women's Conference
July 29-August 7, 2023 - World Youth Day, Portugal
ONGOING INITIATIVES
- Revive Online Ministry Training Platform - archphila.org/revive
- Hope in Christ: Spiritual Support for Addiction - archphila.org/hope
- Intercessory Teams for Priests - phillyevang.org/pray4priests
- Nourish for Caregivers Support Groups - phillyevang.org/nourish
- Archdiocesan Missionary of Mercy - archphila.org/mercy
- List of Local Catholic Ministries in the Archdiocese - phillyevang.org/fire
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