“…the vital core of the new evangelization must be a clear and unequivocal proclamation of the person of Jesus Christ, that is, the preaching of his name, his teaching, his life, his promises and the Kingdom which he has gained for us by his Paschal Mystery.”
Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas
Synod on Synodality Consultation Sessions
The “Synod on Synodality: Communion, Participation, and Mission” is a two-year process launched by the Holy See. It is a time of listening and dialogue that began in 2021 and concludes in 2023. Pope Francis invites the entire Church to enter into a time of conversation in order to discern how to journey more closely together in the shared mission of the Church. Please see the video invitation above from Archbishop Pérez.
As part of the Archdiocesan phase of the synod, listening sessions will be held regionally through both in-person and virtual meetings. In both cases, the meetings will be facilitated by Catholic Leadership Institute and will last approximately 2 hours, including breakout sessions for participants. All Catholics are invited to participate in a listening session to share their thoughts. To learn more, click the links below:
- Schedule and registration for regional in person and online listening sessions: https://www.catholicleaders.org/archphila-synod-sessions
- Learn more about the Disciple Maker Index survey (Survey opens March 2)
- What does "synod on synodality" mean?
Full details are available on the Archdiocesan Synod website at https://archphila.org/synod/.
Office for the New Evangelization Events
Five Keys to Freedom:
Unlocking the Power of
the Gospel in Your Life
Wednesday, Mar 9, 2022, 7:00-8:30 PM
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
Location:
St. Nicholas Church, 1700 block of S. 9th Street, Philadelphia
(Limited parking available at Neumann-Goretti High School.)
(Limited parking available at Neumann-Goretti High School.)
More info:
No charge to attend. Please RSVP at phillyevang.org/events.
Making Missionary Disciples:
A Training Conference
for Parish Leaders
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 - 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
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 will impart the vision and fundamental skills of missionary discipleship, which are applicable in all parish ministries. See the flyer below for workshop topics.
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Edward Sri, Vice President of Formation
Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS)
Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS)
Location:
Mother of Divine Providence Parish Center, King of Prussia
To register, visit
Cost is $20 pp. Consider attending as a parish group, including clergy, staff, volunteer leaders and pastoral council members, for full impact.
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.
Sunday, February 27, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Event: Tolton: From Slave to Priest
Join us for an original one-man live drama about the life of Venerable Fr. Augustus Tolton, America’s first African-American priest; performed by actor Jim Coleman and produced by Saint Luke Productions
Location: Our Mother of Consolation Church - 9 E. Chestnut Hill Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118.
More info: Click here for the flyer; No cost to attend; All are welcome; Click here for the trailer and more details. (Additional showing on Feb 25 at 7 PM at St. Timothy, Philadelphia.)
Five consecutive Tuesdays starting March 1, 2022 – 7 PM
Event: Ridley Area Catholic Churches Lenten Formation Series
Five Ridley Township Area Catholic Churches will again host a weekly Lenten series entitled “The Sacraments” on five consecutive Tuesday evenings starting March 1, 2022. Each evening will be hosted by a different parish at 7:00 PM. The program includes: Evening Prayer, Benediction and a talk followed by a social. Schedule and topics:
- Tuesday, March 1 – 7 PM – St. Gabriel Church, Norwood – “Confirmation”, Rev. David Fisher
- Tuesday, March 8 – 7 PM – St. Francis of Assisi Church, Springfield – “Eucharist, Dr. Kelly Anderson
- Tuesday, March 15– 7 PM – Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Morton – “Matrimony and Holy Orders” Rev. Patrick Brady, Vice Rector, at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
- Tuesday, March 22 – 7 PM – Our Lady of Peace, Milmont Park – “Baptism” Meghan Cokeley
- Tuesday, March 29 – 7 PM – St. Madeline Church, Ridley Park – “Penance” Rev. John Hand
More info: View the flyer
Thursday, March 3, 2022 – 12:05 PM
Event: Solemn Mass for the Feast of St. Katharine Drexel
Join us in honoring our Philadelphia Saint! Masses will be celebrated at 7:15 AM and 12:05 PM. Confessions available at 11:30 AM. The Basilica will be open to visitors from 7 AM to 8 PM to allow for visits to Mother Katharine’s tomb. The Solemn Novena to St. Katharine Drexel is from Feb 22 to Mar 2. Visit the website below for the novena prayers.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul and the Shrine of St. Katharine Drexel, Philadelphia
First Fridays, March 4, April 1, May 6, 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/
Saturday, March 5, 2022; 11AM – 4PM
Event: St. John the Baptist, Manayunk Invites you to a Lenten Afternoon of Reflection – “Live the Lent You Get”
Begin your Lenten journey with a prayerful jumpstart! Speaker and inspired author, Christine Marie Eberle will guide us through engaging content, personal prayer and stimulating conversation, concluding with 4PM Vigil Mass. Author of Finding God in Ordinary Time, Christine passionately connects Scripture, spirituality and everyday life. She will help us notice and respond to God’s daily invitations to prayer, sacrifice and generosity during this Lenten season, using John the Baptist and our Blessed Mother as models. $20.00 per person suggestion donation and includes a light lunch.
Location: Saint John the Baptist social hall (the basement of the church) 119 Rector St., Manayunk, (entrance to our new parking lot is 4211 Cresson Street)
More Info: RSVP by March 1 to: Eileen Gray egray311@gmail.com or 215-603-8484
Event: St. John the Baptist, Manayunk Invites you to a Lenten Afternoon of Reflection – “Live the Lent You Get”
Begin your Lenten journey with a prayerful jumpstart! Speaker and inspired author, Christine Marie Eberle will guide us through engaging content, personal prayer and stimulating conversation, concluding with 4PM Vigil Mass. Author of Finding God in Ordinary Time, Christine passionately connects Scripture, spirituality and everyday life. She will help us notice and respond to God’s daily invitations to prayer, sacrifice and generosity during this Lenten season, using John the Baptist and our Blessed Mother as models. $20.00 per person suggestion donation and includes a light lunch.
Location: Saint John the Baptist social hall (the basement of the church) 119 Rector St., Manayunk, (entrance to our new parking lot is 4211 Cresson Street)
More Info: RSVP by March 1 to: Eileen Gray egray311@gmail.com or 215-603-8484
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
Sunday, March 6
Event: Evening of Reflection - Love Doesn’t Stop on Valentine’s Day (in person)
Join us for our rescheduled Valentines Dinner and Evening of Reflection, 5:45 pm Event includes: Evening prayer, dinner and Believers in Christ Hand in Hand presentation by Dave and Kim Savage.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA
More info: View the flyer; Registration is required for this event.
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
Tuesdays, March 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, April 5th and 12th – 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Event: Zoom discussion on “Everything You Wanted to Know About the Mass but Were Afraid to Ask!” – PART 2
Please join St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) as we host four virtual discussions during Lent on the what we celebrate at the Mass. “Why do we call the Mass a sacrifice?” “Why do we take up a collection at Mass?” “Is Jesus truly present in the Eucharist at Mass?” We will discuss and answer these and other questions you might have regarding the Mass. Join us and our special guest participants via Zoom on the dates and times listed on the flyer below!
Please join St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) as we host four virtual discussions during Lent on the what we celebrate at the Mass. “Why do we call the Mass a sacrifice?” “Why do we take up a collection at Mass?” “Is Jesus truly present in the Eucharist at Mass?” We will discuss and answer these and other questions you might have regarding the Mass. Join us and our special guest participants via Zoom on the dates and times listed on the flyer below!
Location: St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) via Zoom
More info: Please register at the Zoom links in the flyer above. Please email Jacob Marquart, O.F.S. at staugustineparish09@gmail.com or call (215) 627-1838 to submit your questions.
Friday, March 11 – Sunday, March 13
Event: Women Afire Retreat Weekend (in person or virtual)
Ladies join us and your sisters in Christ for a spirit filled weekend lead by Kathleen McCarthy and Fr. Douglas McKay with a special presentation by Anne McGlone. Event includes: Mass, adoration, reconciliation, praise and worship music along with time for quiet and reflection.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA
More info: View the flyer; Registration is required for this event.
Saturday, March 12, 2022 - 9:00am - 4:30pm
Event: Clarity in a Confused World: A Forum on the Transgender Phenomenon Influencing Our Culture
Transgender ideology is sweeping our nation, and youth are the targets. From school classrooms to social media and even the therapist’s office, kids are encouraged to question their own biology. Struggling children are pushed toward “transition” – a dangerous series of interventions that can result in sterilization, long-term health consequences, and potentially worse mental health outcomes. Kids who are struggling deserve real help, not the harm of hormones and surgery. We’ll give you PRACTICAL and CRITICAL information and tools to make a difference in your country, your state, and even your own family. This is the next great cultural battle – and it’s up to us to fight for truth and the protection of our children.
Speakers: Mary Rice Hasson, Samantha Kelley, Deacon Patrick Lappert, MD, Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, PhD, Maria Keffler and Jeremy Samek, Esq
Location: St. Peter Church, 2835 Manor Road, West Brandywine, Chester County
More info and registration: https://lifelovesexuality.com/clarity2022/ (Last day to register is March 3.)
Event: Clarity in a Confused World: A Forum on the Transgender Phenomenon Influencing Our Culture
Transgender ideology is sweeping our nation, and youth are the targets. From school classrooms to social media and even the therapist’s office, kids are encouraged to question their own biology. Struggling children are pushed toward “transition” – a dangerous series of interventions that can result in sterilization, long-term health consequences, and potentially worse mental health outcomes. Kids who are struggling deserve real help, not the harm of hormones and surgery. We’ll give you PRACTICAL and CRITICAL information and tools to make a difference in your country, your state, and even your own family. This is the next great cultural battle – and it’s up to us to fight for truth and the protection of our children.
Speakers: Mary Rice Hasson, Samantha Kelley, Deacon Patrick Lappert, MD, Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, PhD, Maria Keffler and Jeremy Samek, Esq
Location: St. Peter Church, 2835 Manor Road, West Brandywine, Chester County
More info and registration: https://lifelovesexuality.com/clarity2022/ (Last day to register is March 3.)
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, March 13-15,2022 at 7:00PM
Event: Parish Mission -- Faith, Hope and Love and the Cross
Presenters:
- Sunday (Love): Meghan Cokeley, Office for the New Evangelization, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
- Monday (Hope): Nina Marie Corona, Founder and Facilitator of We Thirst Ministries
- Tuesday (Faith): Kelly Anderson, S.S.L., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Biblical Studies for the Major Seminary Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary
Location: Saint Robert Bellarmine Church, 856 Euclid Ave., Warrington
More Info: No registration required, all are welcome.
Wednesday, 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
Saturday, March 19, 2022
Event: Hiking With Intention
Enjoy new spring beginnings and meet some great people on this casual hike with Peak Encounter Ministries, a Catholic retreat ministry! This event is for all adults who like the outdoors and are looking to connect with others. Participation is free of charge, but please register by March 13 at the link below.
Location: Heinz National Wildlife Refuge (Meet at western entrance)
More info: peakencounter.org/new-events. View Flyer
Saturday, 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.)
Saturday, March 19, 2022 from 9:00 - Noon
Event: From Inclusion to Belonging Workshop: Parish Disability Contacts/Advocates, parish staff and leaders are invited to learn from Bridget Brown, a young woman with Down Syndrome who is an international presenter on the topic of faith & inclusion and Nancy Brown an inclusion specialist who will share practical strategies related to inclusion and parish life.
Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, 222 N. 17th Street, Phila., PA 19103
More Info: To view the flyer click here; to register for this informative workshop, please click here or go to www.opdarchphilly.org . Please register by March 15th.
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)
Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 9 AM-3:30 PM
Event: Lenten Day of Recollection.
The Two Hearts: Experiencing the Passion of Christ with the Immaculate and Sacred Hearts
Speaker: Jen Settle, Consecrated Virgin
Location: Drexel Hall/Cathedral Chapel Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info and registration: View Flyer & RSVP to Sr. Gabrielle Mary Braccio, RSM at: sr.gbraccio@archphila.org/215-587-3795
Monday, March 28, 2022 - 7:00-8:30 PM
Event: Presentation on Encourage
Join us for a presentation by Father Christopher Rogers on the Encourage Apostolate: providing pastoral care for families and friends of people who experience same-sex attractions and/or gender dysphoria.
Speaker: Ordained in Jubilee Year 2000, Fr. Christopher Rogers is a priest of the Archdiocese and currently serves as Pastor of St. Patrick Parish, Kennett Square, PA.
In 2015, He was appointed to be the Archdiocese Chaplain for the Courage and Encourage Apostolates. This unique and important work has given him the privilege of assisting families and fellow disciples in navigating the turbulent waters of modern culture. Bringing the light and charity of Christ into difficult situations has brought hope and strength to many and has confirmed him in sharing the Mission of Christ, who calls and teaches us to love with a chaste and perfect love.
Location: Old Church of St. Andrew, 135 S. Sycamore St; Newtown, PA 18940
More info: Click here for the flyer; To register, visit stapn.org or click on this link: https://tinyurl.com/2sty9e6u
Friday, April 1 - Sunday, April 3
Event: Young Adult Discernment Retreat
“What is God’s Plan for my Life?”
All Young Adults are invited to Malvern Retreat House for a weekend retreat with Fr. Stephen DeLacy on vocational discernment! In this retreat, participants will be instructed in a process of discerning God’s will through Ignatian Spiritualty. This will be helpful for those discerning work, relationships, marriage, priesthood or religious life. Those seeking their vocation in life are strongly encouraged to attend. The weekend will include Adoration, the celebration of Holy Mass, Confession, meals and lodging, free time to socialize and enjoy the peaceful grounds of Malvern, and more!
Cost: $165. (Scholarship is available)
Location: Malvern Retreat House, St. Joseph’s Hall
Saturday, April 2, 2022 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Event: The Holy Eucharist: Real Presence, Real Grace (Webinar)
Speaker: Father Greg Pine, O.P, a Dominican friar of the Province of St. Joseph. He is assigned presently as a doctoral candidate in dogmatic theology at the University of Fribourg (Switzerland) and served previously as Assistant Director of Campus Outreach for the Thomistic Institute. He is the co-author of Credo: An RCIA Program and Marian Consecration with Aquinas (TAN Books). He is also a regular contributor to the podcasts Pints with Aquinas and Gods planning.
Registration: To register for this webinar, head to: https://tinyurl.com/2p8jua2k
More info: Click here for the flyer
Saturday, April 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. This will be a full day of insightful talks by dynamic speakers include the following:
- “Communication, Friendship, and Placing Christ at the Center” by Sarah & Andy Swafford
- “Four Disciplines of a Catholic Family – How to Strengthen Your Family Culture” by Alicia & Mike Hernon
- “Forgiving and Blessing Your Spouse” by Jenn & Matt Lozano
- “Communicating in Love: Learning to Speak Each Other’s Language” by Amy & Steve Motyl
- “Praying as a Couple – in Good Times and in Bad” by Fr. Chris Walsh
Location: Cardinal O’Hara High School, Springfield, PA
Monday, April 11 – Friday, April 15
Event: Holy Week Private Retreat (in person)
Spend time Alone with the Lord to restore and rejuvenate personally, emotionally, and spiritually. Men and women are welcome to participate in the retreat and spend time in prayer and reflection allowing you to open your heart to the Lord. Event includes: Individuals have the option to attend Daily Mass, Morning and Evening Prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, Daily Conferences, Sacrament of Reconciliation and Rosary. Guests may also schedule time for Spiritual Direction.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, St. Joseph’s Hall, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA
More info: View the flyer; Registration is required for this event.
Friday, April 22 - Sunday, April 24
Event: 16th Annual Divine Mercy Retreat weekend.
We are pleased to invite you to the 16th Annual Divine Mercy Retreat. The weekend will offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Spiritual Conferences, Reconciliation, Silence time to walk the beautiful retreat grounds & Devotions, including the Rosary & Divine Mercy chaplet. It will culminate with the Feast of Divine Mercy Sunday! We are grateful to have the assistance of two priests who are devoted to spreading the Divine Mercy message. Rev. Stephen P. DeLacy & Rev. Dermot Roache
Location: Malvern Retreat House, Our Lady's Hall, 315 S. Warren Avenue Malvern, PA 19355
More info and registration: View Flyer - You can register at www.DivineMercyRetreat.com or contact Malvern Retreat at 610- 644-0400
Sunday, April 24, 2022, 2:30 PM
Event: The Annual Archdiocesan Mass Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities, The Deaf Community. Family, Friends and Caregivers.
All are welcome to attend this Mass and reception honoring the gifts of persons with disabilities and the Deaf Community. Archbishop Nelson Pérez is the principal celebrant and homilist. The liturgical choir will be the Villanova University Pastoral Musicians. There is a reception immediately following the Mass.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, 18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
More Info: Click Here to View Flyer and to RSVP.
Monday, April 25 - Tuesday, April 26
Event: SoulCore Leader Discovery Retreat
SoulCore, a Marian prayer apostolate, combines the beauty of the Rosary with simple, functional and core strengthening movements in order to incorporate body, mind and soul. It is a movement born from the desire to nourish the body AND the soul. The Discovery Retreat is an intimate gathering to: Explore the SoulCore Movement, Discover the Beauty & Transforming Power of the Rosary, Deepen Your Prayer Life, Cultivate Peace, Healing & Growth in Virtue, Experience a Renewal of Strength in Body, Mind & Soul, Enjoy Fellowship & Create Community, and to Discern Becoming a Certified SoulCore Leader.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 Warren Ave, Malvern, PA
More info: Click here for the SoulCore website. Contact Nicky Verna at nicky@soulcore.com for further information.
- To find a schedule of ongoing SoulCore classes in our area, visit: https://www.soulcorephilly.com/
Tuesday, April 26, 2022, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Event: Rosary Walk for Addictions
Sponsor: We Thirst Ministries and AFIRE
Location: The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, Pa
More info: Addiction is something that we are all susceptible to and in many ways struggling against (cell phones, email, the Internet, social media, shopping, work, video games, substances, foods, people, exercise, gambling.) Please join us as we pray as a community for protection and healing for all who are impacted by addictions. wethirstseries.com and apeopleafire.org
Event: Rosary Walk for Addictions
Sponsor: We Thirst Ministries and AFIRE
Location: The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, Pa
More info: Addiction is something that we are all susceptible to and in many ways struggling against (cell phones, email, the Internet, social media, shopping, work, video games, substances, foods, people, exercise, gambling.) Please join us as we pray as a community for protection and healing for all who are impacted by addictions. wethirstseries.com and apeopleafire.org
Save the Date! Saturday, April 30th 2022 – 9:00 AM-4:30 PM
Event: Archdiocesan Family Festival
Join us for ‘Family, become what you are!’ a fun-filled and blessed day for families in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Come as you are and grow in the Lord together. Join Archbishop Pérez for Mass, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers for a dynamic presentation on marriage and fatherhood, Dr. Sax for family social media guidance, Corazón Puro for fun-filled youth activities, and Mike and Alicia Hernon from Messy Family Project, with amazing tips for your irreplaceable family!
Location: Cardinal O’Hara High School, Springfield, PA
More information: Visit our Family Festival webpage HERE.
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/
Friday, May 6 - Saturday, May 7
Event: Unbound: Freedom in Christ Conference
At the UNBOUND: Freedom in Christ Conference, you will learn how to unlock your prison doors by using the FIVE KEYS TO FREEDOM. The conference involves times of prayer and worship, insightful teaching, and personal ministry from our ministry team. This conference will equip you to cooperate with God as He sets you free.
Speakers: Neal, Janet and Matt Lozano, Heart of the Father Ministries
Location: St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Media
More info & registration: https://www.heartofthefather.com/events/schedule/mary-magdalen
Saturday, May 7, 2022 – 5:15 PM Anticipated Mass
Event: Annual Archdiocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass
All couples celebrating their 1 , 5, 10, 25 or 50 year Wedding Anniversary milestones are invited to Mass with Archbishop Nelson Pérez on Saturday, May 7th at 5:15 PM. Wedding vows will be renewed. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please RSVP at www.phillycatholiclife.org or call The Office for Life and Family at 215-587-0500.
Event: Annual Archdiocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass
All couples celebrating their 1 , 5, 10, 25 or 50 year Wedding Anniversary milestones are invited to Mass with Archbishop Nelson Pérez on Saturday, May 7th at 5:15 PM. Wedding vows will be renewed. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please RSVP at www.phillycatholiclife.org or call The Office for Life and Family at 215-587-0500.
Location: 5:15 pm Anticipated Mass at the Cathedral Basilica SS. Peter and Paul,
18th street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Limited parking is available on a first come, first served basis in Cathedral parking lot.
More information: Visit our website at www.phillycatholiclife.org
Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 9:30 am -2:00 pm
Event: Mothers of Children with Disabilities Retreat: David and Mercedes Rizzo, will lead a retreat for mothers and grandmothers who are raising children with disabilities and also those who have adult children with disabilities. The Rizzo’s are parents of a daughter with autism and the author of the book: Praying for Your Special Needs Child. The day will include Mass with Fr. Tom Higgins, presentations, times of quiet prayer and opportunities to chat with other mothers.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S. Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
More Info: Click here for the flyer. To register on-line click here. Register by May 5th. For more information please contact Malvern Retreat House at 610-644-0400 or the Office for Persons with Disabilities at 215-587-3530 or www.opdarchphilly.org.
Event: Mothers of Children with Disabilities Retreat: David and Mercedes Rizzo, will lead a retreat for mothers and grandmothers who are raising children with disabilities and also those who have adult children with disabilities. The Rizzo’s are parents of a daughter with autism and the author of the book: Praying for Your Special Needs Child. The day will include Mass with Fr. Tom Higgins, presentations, times of quiet prayer and opportunities to chat with other mothers.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S. Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
More Info: Click here for the flyer. To register on-line click here. Register by May 5th. For more information please contact Malvern Retreat House at 610-644-0400 or the Office for Persons with Disabilities at 215-587-3530 or www.opdarchphilly.org.
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.
LOOKING AHEAD...
June 19, 2022 - Launch of the National Eucharistic Revival Initiative
October 6-14, 2022 - Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Eric Banecker
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
- Archbishop's Commission for Missionary Disciples - phillydisciples.org
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