November: A Tool for Mission & Awesome Catholic Events

"Evangelizing is in fact the grace and vocation proper to the Church, her deepest identity. She exists in order to evangelize, that is to say, in order to preach and teach, to be the channel of the gift of grace, to reconcile sinners with God, and to perpetuate Christ's sacrifice in the Mass, which is the memorial of His death and glorious resurrection."

-Pope St. Paul VI, Evangelii Nuntiandi 14

Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas

Missionary Discipleship Tools: How to Share Your Testimony

Every missionary disciple needs to be equipped with certain skills in order to be ready to help someone encounter Jesus. One of those skills is the ability to share your personal faith story in a concise, compelling manner so that you are ready to respond when someone asks you why you are Catholic. Here is a free resource to help you add this tool to your toolbox:

Learn How to Craft a Powerful, Concise, 3-Minute Kerygmatic Testimony of How Jesus Has Made a Difference in Your Life.

Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO), an evangelization movement used by a number of parishes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is providing access to a 35-minute teaching video from their annual conference last year, to assist in prayerfully creating a powerful, concise, 3 minute testimony of how Jesus has made a difference in your life. To access the teaching video:

CLICK HERE & enter the password: Multiply21
Scroll down and click the video by Amber Effueze "Developing Your Kerygmatic Testimony"

Supplemental materials:

For further questions on how to use these tools: Contact Gina Mesko, CCO Discipleship Coordinator, at gmesko@archphila.org

Office for the New Evangelization Events

Vocation Awareness Week

November 6-12, 2022

Across the United States, Vocation Awareness Week 2022 will be celebrated from November 6-12th. This annual week-long celebration is designed to raise awareness of, and promote vocations to, the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life. During Vocation Awareness Week, the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood invites you to pray for those men and women in formation, as well as for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

During this weeklong celebration, the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood has planned several opportunities for families and communities to gather together across the Archdiocese to pray for, and support, vocations.

For the full schedule of events, visit:
https://heedthecall.org/events/vaw22/

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, October 29, 2022 - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Event: Institute for Christian Initiation

This Institute is a comprehensive, in-depth, and practical seminar, exploring the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, Philadelphia, PA
More info: View the flyer or visit https://www.odwphiladelphia.org/workshops/

Thursday, November 3, 2022, 1pm – 5pm

Event: Bereavement Retreat

Please join us for a retreat designed especially for those grieving the loss of a loved one, a lifestyle, or of what might have been. This event will help those whose hearts have been broken to cope with grief, offering spiritual support to guide you to the healing comfort of God. The retreat will be led by Dr. Francine Barbetta, doctor of clinical psychology and parishioner of St. Andrew Church in Newtown.

Location: St. Jude Church, 321 W. Butler Ave, Chalfont, PA

Registration fee is $25.00 and must be received by Wednesday, October 26. Register online at stjudechalfont.org/bereavement-ministry

For more information, contact Lori Rawski, Director of Parish Faith Formation at St. Jude Church in Chalfont: lrawski@stjudechalfont.org, 215-822-9225 ext. 234

Thursday, November 3, 2022, 7:30 PM

Event: Charismatic Mass and Healing Service

ALL are invited to celebrate mass with the St. Katharine of Siena Charismatic Prayer Group. Father or prayer teams will pray over individuals for their needs. Come and enjoy the result of God's Grace and Power of the Holy Spirit with an openness to receive what Jesus wants to put on your heart. Bring a friend who also needs blessings. Great live praise music.

Location: Saint Katharine of Siena Church, 104 S. Aberdeen Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087

More Info: Questions: Paul Hayes, 610-687-8835 or temeaus@aol.com

First Fridays, Nov 4, Dec 2, 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 More info: https://czestochowa.us/newsevents/upcoming-events/

November 4 – 6, 2022

Event: Rachel's Vineyard Retreat: The Healing Power of God

If you or someone you love has been suffering from the emotional and spiritual pains of an abortion – no matter how much time has past – please know that a Rachel’s Vineyard retreat weekend will help your soul transform that pain into a hope for the future. From November 4-6, join us for a safe, loving, and confidential weekend to experience the healing power of God’s infinite mercy.

More Info: Contact Susan 610-716-4795 or Georgeann 484-955-4278

Friday, November 4, 2022 - Saturday, November 5, 2022

Event: UNBOUND: Freedom in Christ Conference

Take hold of the freedom Christ has won for you! At the Unbound 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. Have you already received freedom? Take the next steps and participate in the practical training in the Unbound model held before the conference begins on November 3 & 4.

Location: Church of the Good Samaritan, 212 W. Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA

More Info: Find out more here.

Friday, November 4, 2022

Event: Come, Holy Spirit: Retreat & Bonfire

Peak Encounter Ministries invites all adults to join us for a great event featuring a presentation on the Holy Spirit, outdoor Eucharistic Adoration, and fun around a bonfire with s’mores and hot chocolate! Please register by October 28, with a discount before October 21!

Location: Malvern Memorial Cabin (600 Monument Ave., Malvern, PA)

Register: peakencounter.org/new-events

Saturday, November 5, 2022 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM and Sunday, November 6, 2022 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Event: Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit and First-class Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis

The mystery of the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist can be challenging to fully embrace as human beings. “I believe; help my unbelief!” Mark 9:24. Join us for this enriching experience to learn about over 70 of the Eucharistic Miracles of the world that are recognized by the Church. A first-class relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis will also be available to venerate. This exhibit is the result of research done by Blessed Carlo during his short life. Admission is free.

Location: The Parish Center at Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church, North Wales, PA

More information: Contact Jim and Sheila at jbuffler@comcast.net

Monday, Nov. 7, 2022 | 7:00 pm

Event: Healing in the Light of Hope: Finding Christ in the Midst of the Storm
Tragedies. Anxieties. Fears. They’re a part of life, but sometimes they can weaken – or even shatter – our trust and hope. If you’re suffering, know that God wants to heal you. Join Dr. Theresa Burke, Founder of the retreat programs Rachel's Vineyard, Grief to Grace, and Duty to Heal, for a unique evening of learning, followed by a Living Scripture experience and discussion.

Location: Sts. Simon and Jude (6 Cavanaugh Ct, West Chester, PA) in the Meehan Center.

More info: Click here for the flyer

Friday, November 11, 2022 at 7 to 9 PM

Event: CanaNight

Meet and mingle with other Catholic couples and over drinks and appetizers and listen to an entertaining and encouraging message on marriage by Deacon Chuck Lewis.

Location: St. Norbert Church, 50 Leopard Road, Paoli, PA 19301

More Info & Sign Up: V iew flyer or register here

Friday, Nov 11 – Sunday, Nov 13

Event: Marriage Retreat (in person)

We welcome Jack and Johnnette Williams from EWTN who will lead the weekend retreat for married couples, Event includes Mass, Adoration, Conferences and much more!

Location: Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA

More info: Registration is required for this event

Saturday November 12^th - 9.30am-3pm

Event: Regina Luminis Academy Family Fun Picnic and 5K

Join the Regina Luminis Academy in a Family Fun Event that will get the whole family moving and help support our joyfully Catholic classical academy located in Berwyn, PA. The day includes a 5k run, family fun walk, children's games, face painting, cornhole, picnic and more. The start and finish area in Exton Park offers restrooms, a playground, and plenty of parking. Prizes will be awarded to the top overall male and female finishers and age group winners of each 5K race.

For more information or to register, visit: https://LUMINIS5K.givesmart.com

Monthly Rosary Walk with the Sisters of Life (Next walk, November 13)

Event: Rosary Procession for Life

Join us in praying all four sets of mysteries of the rosary for the protection of life and for the healing of our culture. Alternating between two different locations, we meet one Saturday every month to walk through our city's streets, praying to Our Lady for Philadelphia and the world.

Locations:

Meet at 10:30 AM at Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia (November 13, January 8, March 12 and May 14)
Meet at 10:30 AM at Visitation B.V.M., Kensington (December 18, February 12, April 23 and June 11)

More info: Click here for the flyer

Mondays, November 14 thru December 5, 9:15 - 10:45 AM

OR Wednesdays, November 16 thru December 7, 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Event: Advent Bible Study - "Adore" with Father John Burns

How are you preparing for Advent? Our Bible Study team will present a 4-week series, consisting of short videos and group discussions, to help us get our minds and hearts ready for that First Coming of the Son of God. We are beginning this series earlier than the actual Advent dates in order to finish before your Christmas busy-ness starts. The Bible Study is FREE, and workbooks will be provided. We will present this at 2 different times so PICK THE TIME that is best for you. Light refreshments will be served. Please join us!

Location: Holy Cross (Delaware County) Parish Center, 651 E Springfield Road , Springfield PA 19064

More Info: It is helpful for us to have a headcount to ensure we have enough workbooks. To save a seat, or for more information, please contact Pattie Stevens at pattiejstevens@comcast.net or 484.868.8571

Monday, November 14, 2022, 7:00PM - 8:30PM

Event: Bonfire Share and Prayer

Have you or a loved one been impacted by any form of addiction? Please join us by the fire to share your story of faith and hope followed by a fireside prayer service. Rain or shine. If it rains, we’ll gather by the fire indoors.

Location: Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA

More info: apeopleafire.org/events

Wednesday, November 16th – 7 pm

Event: Presentation on and Veneration of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Location: St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 3500 School Lane, Drexel Hill, PA 19026; 610-259-1169

More info: Our Lady's Image will arrive at St. Andrew on Friday, November 11 and remain until November 28. Join us for a fascinating talk and explanation on the significance of the Image, its impact on the Church and the deep meaning connected with Her appearance. Catherine Grinn has 30+ years presenting Our Lady to Her children. Catherine's presentation will be in Msgr. McGettigan Hall located across the street from the church. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Nicky Verna, Director of the New Evangelization to arrange a group visit for veneration of Our Lady's Image. Tickets or Flyer

Thursday, November 17^th at 7:00PM

St. Luke Productions presents: St. Maximilian Kolbe

St. Patrick Parish invites you to experience firsthand the story of Fr. Maximilian Kolbe through a live theatrical presentation. St Max was a heroic priest who offered his life for a family man in the concentration camp of Auschwitz during World War II. His story challenges us all to consider the powerful witness of laying down one’s life for another. A free will offering will be collected for this event.

Location: St. Patrick Catholic Church, Malvern, PA

Questions or for more information, please contact Emily Novak at enovak@stpatrickmalvern.org or 610-647-2345.

Friday, November 18 – Sunday, November 20

Event: Sisters in Christ – Reclaiming Sacred Rest

We are pleased to have Jeannine Peters, Heather Makowicz, Nicky Verna and Jillian Buhl as our retreat leader team! The event includes Mass, Adoration, Conferences, and much more! Join us as we Reclaim Sacred Rest in so many ways!

Location: Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center, Malvern PA

More info: Registration is required for this event.

Saturdays, Nov 19, Jan 28, Feb 18, Mar 18, Apr 15 and May 20 beginning at 6:30 PM

Event: The Source: Monthly Holy Hour with the Sisters of Life

Eucharistic Adoration with music begins with Exposition at 6:30pm and concludes with Benediction at 7:30pm. Come receive the Lord's mercy and healing. Confession is available. All are welcome to a social afterwards with light refreshments!

Location: St. Malachy's Catholic Church, 1429 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, PA 19122

More info: Click here for the flyer

Saturday, November 19^th 9:00 AM – Mass at 5:10 PM

Event: Event for Teens! NCYC Philly Walking on Water

Once again, we are delighted to bring home a one-day youth conference in the spirit of the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) done by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM). Open to teens in grades 8-12, this event features dynamic speakers on current topics, live praise and worship band, breakout conversations with adults & teens, confession, adoration and Vigil Mass! Registration opens October 3^rd at 4 PM. Check out phillyomy.org for more information. Click Here for the event page.

Location: Immaculata University, Immaculata, PA

More Info: Contact Laura Baldassari PhillyOMY@Archphila.Org

December 2 - 4, 2022

Event: Sister-To-Sister Weekend Retreat for African/Black Catholic Women

Sister-To-Sister Weekend Retreat is an annual event for Catholic and non-Catholic Women, who want to spending some quality time and to deepen her relationship with God.

More Info: Flyer - Arrival Time: Friday @ 4:30 PM - Departure Time: Sunday after 11:00 AM Mass; Cost: $110 (Discount is available if you need it)

Toregister: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdu0yXfWIPqOAFn7mgIIUAbCE1IfEEdXmir2ZmqvoplboaqTQ/viewform?usp=pp_url

December 2-3, 2022

Event: SoulCore Discovery Retreat

Join us for a Discovery Retreat to discover the beauty & transforming power of the rosary, cultivate interior peace and growth in virtue, be renewed in body, mind and soul, and discern becoming a Certified SoulCore Leader.

Location: Daylesford Abbey Paoli, PA

For more info and to submit your application visit: https://soulcore.com/become-a-leader-2/ or View Flyer

Friday, December 2 – Sunday, December 4

Event: Traditional Men’s Retreat with Jeff Cavins (in person and virtual option)

We are pleased to welcome back Jeff Cavins, Bible teacher, speaker and host of “Life on the Rock” on EWTN to lead this weekend retreat for men of all ages and backgrounds. This retreat will include Mass each day, talks by Jeff, adoration and time for personal reflection.

Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA

More info: Registration is required for this event. Contact the retreat house at 610.644.0400

Saturday, December 3, 2022 – 9:30 am-11:30 am (Doors open at 9:00 am with continental breakfast.)

Event: Special Training for Ministers with Youth: How to Pray with Those You Serve

Join us for a special training to equip Ministers with Youth, DREs, catechists, and others who serve with the youth with the skills to pray with them as part of a Prayer Team. The goal is to equip adults who serve with youth with the skills to be part of Prayer Teams at county Arise! Youth Evenings of Adoration plus events with youth in their community.

Presenter: Meghan Cokeley, Director of the Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Location: Visitation BVM at 196 N Trooper Rd, Norristown, PA; The meeting will take place in the basement of the rectory. Balloons will mark the way!

More info: Details and registration at https://phillyomy.org/event/special-training-intercessory-prayer-team/

December 6, 7, 8, 2022, 6 – 9 pm

Eucharistic Summit On-line

The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family and Faith, Patchwork Heart Ministry, and Fiat Ministry Network present: the Eucharistic Summit: Sewing Hope into Broken Hearts. The summit will feature over 30 Catholic speakers and authors including Bishop William Byrne of the diocese of Springfield, MA; Gary Zimak, Allison Gingras and more offering hope and healing for families in crisis.

Speakers: Go to www.nonnatus.org for full list of speakers.

Location: Vimeo.com online. Cost: Free.

To Learn More: www.nonnatus.org; Questions: Email director.srnf@gmail.com.

Thursday – December 8, 2022

Event: Spirit Power - Rock the World with Prayer!

Join us as singer, songwriter evangelist Marty Rotella along with guest speakers Fr. Stephen DeLacey and Anna Iatesta present a day of reflection which includes Mass, Inspiring Music and Uplifting Talks. What a way to move into and celebrate the Advent season.

Location: Malvern Retreat House, St. Joseph’s Hall 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA

More info: Registration is required for this event.

Friday, December 9, 2022 – 7pm-9pm

Event – Multi-Cultural Benefit Concert

Location - Holy Innocents Church - 1337 E. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia

More Information - This free will donation multi-cultural benefit concert will showcase the talents of our diverse parish while raising funds for the Young Adults attending World Youth Day. There will be praise and worship in different languages, raffles, and refreshments! Please see the flyer for more information. Ample free parking available!

Saturday, December 10, 2022 – 9 AM-1 PM
Event: Reform Wellness Advent Retreat: An Invitation to Christ-Centered Wellness
This Advent, Reform Wellness invites you to experience a taste of Reform and explore the nine wellness pillars for whole person wellness. Together with Jackie and Dr. Bridget, they will help you keep your focus on Christ, prepare for His arrival, and live the season as wholly and holy as possible.
Location: St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 371 6th Ave, New York, NY, 10014
More info, flyers and registration: https://www.reformwellness.co/an-invitation-to-christ-centered-wellness-nyc, Retreat Flyer: https://21007194.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21007194/Reform%20NYC%20flyer.pdf

Various dates in 2022-2023

Event: Training Workshops for Extraordinary Ministers, Lectors and Altar Servers

The Eucharistic Revival is a grace-filled time for all of us to rediscover the beauty and reverence that we are called to demonstrate in our liturgical ministries. Our Archdiocesan Office for Divine Worship offers training workshop for liturgical ministers, including extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Altar Servers and more. Please consider attending a workshop!

Location: Various locations in the Archdiocese

More info: Click here for the updated schedule of trainings

Monday Evenings, 8PM

Event: Virtual World Mission Rosary

Join hundreds of people throughout the Archdiocese who have regularly been praying the ROSARY LIVE! United in this most powerful prayer, we ask for the miraculous intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary to hear our intentions and renew our Catholic faith as we pray in unity for our brothers and sisters in mission lands world-wide. On Mission Mondays, we pray the World Mission Rosary, created by Venerable Fulton Sheen, in which we offer each decade for one of five Mission areas, including the US.

Location: Use this Zoom link to join each Monday: https://zoom.us/s/494480541

More Info: Sponsored by the Pontifical Missions Societies (phillymissions.org)

Tuesday Evenings, 9-9:30pm
Event: Weekly Zoom Rosary to Our Lady of Victory for the Conversion of Family Members and Friends
The Diocese of Pittsburgh warmly welcomes people of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to join them to pray the Rosary Tuesday evenings via Zoom for the conversion of loved ones. Fr. Joe Freedy (Diocese of Pittsburgh) will lead the traditional Rosary followed by the Litany to Our Lady of Victory (OLV) which includes a special prayer for conversions. CLICK HERE for the OLV Litany prayer.

Simply log onto Zoom (link below) and feel free to turn off your camera if you prefer.

For Zoom Link: CLICK HERE

For more info: Contact Heidi at: olvrosary@gmail.com

Thursdays, 9 am to 5 pm

Event: Philly Adoration for Vocations

Held each Thursday between 9 am and 5 pm in Sacred Heart Chapel at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Catholics are invited to spend time before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament praying for vocations and ask Him to bless His Church with many holy vocations. We encourage everyone to pray that those whom the Lord is calling will have the courage to respond to His invitation. To sign up for a day/time to pray, visit Heedthecall.org/Phillyadores. Specific details will be emailed to all adorers on the Wednesday before the scheduled prayer time.

Location: Sacred Heart Chapel, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary (100 E. Wynnewood Road, Wynnewood)

More info: https://heedthecall.org/events/phillyadores/ or View Flyer

Second Thursdays from 7-8pm

Event: Praise and Worship – Adoration Night.

Location: Saint Monica Church in Berwyn, PA.

More Info: View Flyer

Every Monday via Zoom, 6:30PM

Event: Monday Evening Prayers (Vespers)

All are invited to pray vespers with the AFIRE community (via Zoom) Monday evenings at 6:30pm (ET). This weekly 20-minute service includes inspiring music, images, and videos for reflection. It’s a peaceful way to start the week.

Location: Online via Zoom

More info: apeopleafire.org/events