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Welcome, Vagabond Missions!
Evangelization ministry to inner-city teens
Teens in the inner-city face a cycle of neglect, violence and broken family life. This destructive environment has dire consequences for them and society. Vagabond Missions intervenes during this time of crisis by inviting them into a relationship with God and others. Through outreach and mentorship, teens experience hope for their lives and a place to call home. When teens tangibly experience Jesus, lives are transformed. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is grateful to welcome a group of Vagabond missionaries who are serving teens in Chester, PA and hope to grow to serve more youth in more of our inner city neighborhoods.
Learn more about Vagabond, how they live and how they minister to teens: https://vagabondmissions.com/philly/
How can you help?
- Volunteers to assist missionaries at events for teens
- Meals needed for "Underground" events on Monday nights: click here for info
- Paint, painting supplies and volunteers to paint gathering spaces
- Potential donors who would like to financially support the Vagabond Philly mission
If you would like to support of Vagabond Philly missionaries in any of these ways, please contact Micah Spader, Philadelphia Area Director, at micahs@vagabondmissions.com.
Office for the New Evangelization Events
The Archbishop wants to text you!
Go Forth:
Deepen Your Discipleship • Grow in Mission
Join Archbishop Pérez in his mission to create a culture of missionary disciples in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia! Subscribe to receive a weekly text from the Archbishop with one action step you can take that week to deepen your friendship with Jesus or grow in your mission to bring Jesus to others. It's a simple and great way to grow in your vocation as a missionary disciple! Full details can be found at the website below. Texts begin on Ash Wednesday, Feb 22, 2023 and continue weekly for one year.
To subscribe to the Archbishop's texts in English:
- Text goforth to 84576 or go to the website: phillydisciples.org/goforth
To subscribe to the Archbishop's texts in Spanish:
- Text vayanpues to 202-765-3441 or go to the website: phillydisciples.org/vayanpues
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Why Confession?
A Panel Discussion on Zoom
Thursday, February 23, 2023 – 7:00-8:30 PM
Join four priests of the Archdiocese for a webinar discussion on the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It's a chance to ask all of your questions about a sacrament that many people want to know more about. Submit your questions in advance or in realtime during the webinar. Questions can include things like:
~ Why do I have to confess my sins to a priest?
~ What is the "seal of confession" and why is it so strict?
~ I have confessed my sins but still can't forgive myself...what do I do?
~ I keep confessing the same sins over and over...why can't I change?
~ Why do I have to confess my sins to a priest?
~ What is the "seal of confession" and why is it so strict?
~ I have confessed my sins but still can't forgive myself...what do I do?
~ I keep confessing the same sins over and over...why can't I change?
Priest panel:
Fr. Eric Banecker, Pastor, St. Francis de Sales, Philadelphia
Fr. Addisalem Mekonnen, Pastor, St. Martin de Porres, Philadelphia
Fr. Mariano Dellagiovanna, Parochial Administrator, St. Barnabas, Philadelphia
Fr. Stephen DeLacy, Vicar, Faith Formation with Youth and Young Adults
To register for the webinar, click here
Around the Archdiocese
Below you will find 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.
Mondays January 23 thru February 27, 7:00 to 8:30 PM OR Wednesdays January 25 thru March 1, 9:15 to 10:45 AM
Event: Winter Bible Study - St Paul's Letter to the Philippians
The Holy Cross Bible Study team will present a FREE 6-week deep-dive into the Book of Philippians. This is St Paul's letter from prison in Rome, written to thank and encourage the Christian community in Philippi. We will concentrate on this single book of the Bible. Workbooks will be provided for this series. There will be short videos and valuable group discussions. Light refreshments will be served.
We will present this at 2 different times, so PICK THE TIME that is best for you. Come a few minutes early to meet others and to get your seat. 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
Thursdays, January 26, February 9, March 23, April 20 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Event: Adoration and Meditation with Father Reuben Nuxoll, LC
Are you searching for peace, connection, order among chaos, join the Women of Regnum Christi Philadelphia for a quiet morning of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.
Location: St. Monica Catholic Church, 63 Main Avenue, Berwyn, PA
More info: Contact Eileen McHugh at emchugh1029@gmail.com or visit rcphilly.org
Saturdays, 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
Sunday, January 29, 2023 (Chester County)
Arise! Evening of Adoration for Youth – Bucks and Chester Counties
The program begins with a welcome, catechesis on the Real Presence, music, and reflection. This is followed by exposition with confessions and Intercessory Prayer Teams. Adoration is followed by a social. Arise! Evening of Adoration is open to teens in 8th through 12th grade. The group must be accompanied by an adult ministry leader or another adult.
Arise! Evening of Adoration for Youth – Bucks and Chester Counties
The program begins with a welcome, catechesis on the Real Presence, music, and reflection. This is followed by exposition with confessions and Intercessory Prayer Teams. Adoration is followed by a social. Arise! Evening of Adoration is open to teens in 8th through 12th grade. The group must be accompanied by an adult ministry leader or another adult.
Note: Parents/Guardians may accompany their youth. They will be directed to the parent/guardian section. Registrations are not required.
Tuesday, Jan 31, 2023, 1:00-2:30 PM
Webinar on the Revised Order of Penance
The Order of Penance (formerly the Rite of Penance) is a revision of the first English translation of the 1973 Latin edition. The revision only affects the translation and not the structure of the rites. Its first use date is Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Its mandatory use date is the Second Sunday of Easter or Divine Mercy Sunday, April 16, 2023. After this date no other English translation may be used. The revised Order of Penance provides a new opportunity to study the various parts of the ritual book and to instruct about the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Join Fr. Gill as he explains the adjustments to the current ritual book and the plan for local implementation. All are welcome to attend.
Presenter: Rev. G. Dennis Gill, Director, Office for Divine Worship
To register, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NkFcflz2TVmyaRXc-EHy0g (Even if you cannot attend the webinar live, please register and a copy of the recording will be emailed to you.)
Presenter: Rev. G. Dennis Gill, Director, Office for Divine Worship
To register, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NkFcflz2TVmyaRXc-EHy0g (Even if you cannot attend the webinar live, please register and a copy of the recording will be emailed to you.)
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 - 7:00 PM
Event: The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass For His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI On the One Month Anniversary—Month’s Mind—of His Death
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia, PA 19103
More info: Click here for details; Parking available; All priests welcome to concelebrate.
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Event: Feast of the Flame of Love
Please join us in celebrating the Flame of Love Feast Day, Candlemas Day, by first reciting the rosary at 6:00 pm, then a talk by Fr. Michael Davis at 7:00 pm and followed by Holy Mass at 8:00 pm, with Msgr. Ralph Chieffo, celebrant. Live Stream is also available: https://www.stmarymagdalen.net/live-stream
Location: St. Mary Madgalen Church, 2400 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063
More info: View the flyer
Friday, February 3 and March 3, 7:30 am
Event: First Friday Mass and Gospel Reflection (in person)
This is a monthly event on the first Friday of each month. Mass is at 7:30 am followed by a continental breakfast and gospel reflection. All are welcome to attend. Lead by Fr. Jim McGuinn, Rector of Malvern Retreat House.
Location: St. Joseph’s Hall, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern PA
More info: For more information; Registration is not required for this event.
Friday, February 3, 2023
Event: The Wounds of Beauty: On the Art of Education
Join Collegium Institute for a lecture by Dr. Margarita Mooney Clayton, professor at Princeton Theological Seminary and author of The Wounds of Beauty: Seven Dialogues on Art and Education. In this lecture, Mooney Clayton will explore the place of beauty in a liberal arts education. Addressing the current tendency in education to favor critiqueover creativity, Mooney Clayton will recover the centrality of stories and images for a genuinely liberating education.
Location: Penn Newman Center, 111S 38th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Learn more and register: https://collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/the-wounds-of-beauty-on-the-art-of-education
Friday, February 3, 6:30-9:00pm
Event: Valentines Dinner for Married and Engaged Couples
On Friday February 3rd St. Stanislaus Parish is hosting a ‘Valentine’s Dinner’ for married and engaged couples. Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with the one you love with a delicious catered dinner, followed by a spiritually enriching talk by Fr. Robert Gross, pastor of Visitation BVM. This event is sure to be a blessing for your marriage or future marriage! Registration is required. The cost per couple is $50. Dinner is BYOB.
Location: Mater Dei School Cafeteria/Gym 493 E. Main St. Lansdale, PA 19446
Learn more and register: https://www.ststanislaus.com or call 215-939-6732 or 215-527-0269
Monthly Rosary Walk with the Sisters of Life (Next walk: Feb 4 at 10:30 AM)
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 (January 7, March 4 and May 13)
- Meet at 10:30 AM at Visitation B.V.M., Kensington (December 3, February 4, and April 1)
Saturday, February 4, 2023 – 8:30 AM-2:30 PM
Event: The Ars Celebrandi and Liturgical Music: A Necessary Connection
The presentations will demonstrate the what and how of the necessary connection between an artful and careful celebration of the Eucharist and liturgical music. This connection fosters authentic participation in the Mystery and gives renewed vigor to living the Gospel.
Location: Empress Room, St. Helena Parish, Blue Bell
More info: Click here for the flyer
Thursday, February 9, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Event: Valentine’s Twilight Retreat (in person)
Join us as Catholic priest, Fr. Paul Schenck and his wife Becky lead the retreat “The Greatest Virtue: Love in Three Dimensions”, integrating our love for God, our most significant other and for ourselves. Event includes a special dinner, conference and adoration.
Location: Main Dining Hall, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern PA
More info: For more information; Registration is required for this event.
Saturday, February 11, 2023; 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Event: Sensory Friendly Mass Workshop:
Event: Sensory Friendly Mass Workshop:
The 5 steps of implementing Sensory Friendly Masses in your parish will be reviewed and timelines considered. Participants will attend a Sensory Friendly Mass in the Pastoral Center Chapel. During this interactive workshop participants will work together to set goals and become equipped to host Sensory Friendly Masses. Participants are asked to have attended or viewed the previous 3 one-hour training sessions. If your parish is interested in learning the process and desires to send a representative to the February workshop, please email opd@archphila.org to request the link to the 3 one-hour virtual training sessions.
Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, 222 N 17th Street, Phila., PA 19103
More Info: Click for flyer. To register, click here.
Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, 222 N 17th Street, Phila., PA 19103
More Info: Click for flyer. To register, click here.
February 10 - 12, 2023
Event: RETROUVAILLE: Rediscover the love in your marriage
Tens of thousands of couples have healed their marriages through Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-vy).
Couples learn to build communication skills and to increase intimacy.
It provides help for marriage problems, difficulties or crises.
Location: Family Life Center in Malvern, PA.
More information, or to register, visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215-766-3944 or 800-470-2230. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
February 10 - 12, 2023
Event: Worldwide Marriage Encounter: Live your best life in love
Husbands and wives: take a new look at your marriage, priorities, and lifestyle. Learn simple, effective communication techniques.
Enhance the love that you share. Rediscover your hopes and dreams.
There is no group discussion. It’s just about the two of you learning to be the best, most loving and thriving couple you can be.
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Dolyestown, PA.
More information, or to apply, visit www.wwme-philly.org or call 610-449-1859 or email applications@wwme-philly.org
Thursday, February 16, 2023 – 7:00pm
Event: Walking with Purpose LIVE with Lisa Brenninkmeyer
Join us for Walking with Purpose LIVE with Founder and Chief Purpose Officer, Lisa Brennkmeyer as she shares her talk Strong Yet Tender: Building Resilience in an Age of Trauma. Are you tired of feeling untethered and overwhelmed? Most of our families are experiencing anxiety, woundedness, and stress. But that does not need to be your story. Come and see how, through God’s help, you can build resilience in an age of trauma. Every woman is welcome!
Presenter: Lisa Brenninkmeyer, Founder and Chief Purpose Officer, Walking with Purpose
Location: St. Joseph Parish, 340 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335
More info: Registration is now open at: https://walkingwithpurpose.com/event/wwp-live-with-lisa-brenninkmeyer-2/
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Event: A Path of Hope - Retreat for Parents with Children with Disabilities
Event: A Path of Hope - Retreat for Parents with Children with Disabilities
Bilingual retreat which will include sessions for adults and activities for youth. Bishop Bruce Lewandowski, C.Ss.R will be our guest retreat director. While there is
no cost to attend, we ask that you please register your family by February 10th online at www.opdarchphilly.org or call 215-587-0500.
Location: Holy Innocents Parish Hall, 1337 E. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia 19124
More Info: Flyer Link Spanish; Flyer Link English;
Location: Holy Innocents Parish Hall, 1337 E. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia 19124
More Info: Flyer Link Spanish; Flyer Link English;
Sábado, 18 de febrero del 2023; 1:00 pm-6:00 pm
Evento: Un Camino de Esperanza - Retiro para padres con niños con discapacidades es un retiro bilingüe que incluirá sesiones para adultos y actividades para jóvenes y personas con discapacidades. El obispo Bruce Lewandowski, C.Ss.R será nuestro director del retiro. Aunque la asistencia es gratuita, le pedimos que registre a su familia antes del 10 de febrero en línea en www.opdarchphilly.org o llame al 215-587-0500.
Ubicación: Salón Parroquial de los Santos Inocentes, 1337 E. Hunting Park Avenue, Filadelfia 19124
Más información: enlace volante español; enlace volante inglés; Haga clic aquí para registrarse o vaya a www.opdarchphilly.org
Más información: enlace volante español; enlace volante inglés; Haga clic aquí para registrarse o vaya a www.opdarchphilly.org
Saturday, February 18, 2023-8:30-11:30 AM
Event: Bringing the Power of Christ to Your Sidewalk Witness
Please join us for a special presentation by the Sisters of Life of Philadelphia. SS Philip and James Respect Life Ministry invites all parishioners to learn effective means to address the pressures and fears that underlie why women are seeking abortion so to empower them to choose life for themselves and for their children.
- 8:30 AM Mass followed by the Marian Novena and Recitation of the Rosary
- 9:30 AM Continental Breakfast in the Rectory Meeting Room
- 10:00 AM Presentation by Sisters of Life
- 11:30 AM Dismissal
Location: SS Philip & James Meeting Room, 107 North Ship Road, Exton PA
More info: View the flyer
More info: View the flyer
Tuesday, February 21, 7:00pm
Event: Collegium Institute Annual Newman Lecture: Reading Newman in the Third Reich, featuring Prof. Helena Tomko
Join Collegium Institute for our annual Newman Lecture, cosponsored by the Penn Newman Center. Dr. Helena Tomko, associate professor of Humanities at Villanova, will deliver her lecture, “Reading Newman in the Third Reich: Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the White Rose Student Resistance” on Newman’s birthday.
Location: Penn Newman Center, 111 S. 38 St., Philadelphia, PA 19104
Learn more and register your interest: https://forms.gle/dRJ79XvkiJAi2jhy8
Tuesdays, Feb 21 and 28, 2023 – 7:00-8:30 PM
Event: Book Study, What Happens at Mass
Join Fr. Dennis Gill, Director of the Office for Divine Worship, as we seek to enter into the profound mystery of the Holy Mass and open ourselves to a better understanding of what is happening when we attend.
Location: Neumann Room, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: Click here for the flyer; Free parking available in the Cathedral lot; All are welcome Questions? Contact info@cathedralphila.org
Thursday, February 23, 2023 - 7:00 pm
Event: The Plague of Pornography - A Conversation Starter for Families
Join us as we explore the plague that pornography has caused in our homes, our families, our Church and our world as Jim exposes the truth of what pornography truly is, does and causes. Learn how to start those difficult conversations with those you love, including your spouse, children, co-workers and anyone who has been affected by this plague. Appropriate for children ages 12 and up.
Speaker: Jim O'Day, Integrity Restored, certified life coach, mentor and sex & pornography addiction recovery coach, committed Catholic, husband, father and grandfather.
Location: St. Andrew the Apostle Church, Msgr. McGettigan Hall, 3500 School Lane, Drexel Hill, PA
More Information: No registration required; Questions? Nicky Verna, Director of the New Evangelization, nverna@standrewdh.org
First Friday, March 3, 2023, at 7:00 pm
Event: Mass and Healing Service
All are invited to the First Friday, March 3, 2023, at 7:00 pm, Mass and Healing Service with Our Lady of Fatima's pastor, Rev. Roland Slobogin as the celebrant. Come to praise the Lord through songs with the music ministry, receive the Eucharist, have prayer teams laying on of hands for individual healing after Mass and hear witness stories. "Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise." Jer. 17:14
Location: Our Lady of Fatima, 1 Fatima Drive, Secane, PA 19018 (Delaware County)
MARCH 3 – 5, 2023
RACHEL’S VINEYARD: A PLACE TO HEAL FROM ABORTION
If you or someone you love has been suffering from the emotional and spiritual pains of an abortion – no matter how much time has passed – please know that a Rachel’s Vineyard retreat weekend will help your soul transform that pain into hope for the future. Rachel's Vineyard retreats bring healing and God's forgiveness to the trauma and darkness of abortion for those who think they have committed the unforgivable sin. God's mercy is greater than sin and is waiting for us to reach out for it. Join us for a safe, loving, and confidential weekend to experience the healing power of God’s infinite mercy.
Location: IHM SPIRITUALITY CENTER 210 IHM DRIVE MALVERN, PA 19355
More Info: Contact our team to register or if you have any questions: Susan: 610-716-4795/ Georgeann: 484-955-4278 or View Flyer
Saturday, March 4, 2023 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Event- Man Up Philly 2023 Catholic Men's Spirituality Conference
Event- Man Up Philly 2023 Catholic Men's Spirituality Conference
Come and join your brothers from throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for the 15th Annual Man Up Philly Men's Conference. Besides our dynamic speakers we will have prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, confessions, and a closing Mass with Archbishop Nelson Perez. Our theme this year is The Road to Emmaus- Finding Christ in the Breaking of the Bread. Begin Lent with this powerful day of reflection and brotherhood.
Speakers: Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York, James Wahlberg, Producer of Mother Teresa: No Greater Love, Deacon James Mahoney, permanent deacon at the Miraculous Medal Shrine, and Mark Forrest, internationally famous tenor
Location: Cardinal O'Hara High School, 1701 S Sproul Road, Springfield (Delco)
Cost: $60 Registration; $25 Students
More info: Visit Registration – Man Up Philly Conference
Monday, March 6th, 2023 - 7:00pm, high school open house
Event: Martin Saints Classical High School open house
Description: Why classical? Because the classics are where you reliably find the true, good, and beautiful. Our Catholic high school is accepting applications for grades 9 through 12.
Location: Martin Saints campus, shared with Holy Martyrs parish near Ft. Washington. 121 Allison Road in Oreland, PA.
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
Monday March 13, 2023 7PM-9PM
Event: The Spirituality of Venerable Matt Talbot
Sponsor: AFIRE
Join us as we reflect on the experiences of the Venerable Matt Talbot, an Irish Catholic who relied on his faith to save him from alcoholism. The evening will begin with an informative, reflective, and inspiring talk presented by AFIRE founder Dr. Nina Marie Corona.
The presentation will be followed by a live bagpipe performance by the renowned Dr. Bill Watson of Watson Celtic Pipes and Drums! It’s a perfect way to start off the week of Saint Patrick’s Day!
Location: Malvern Retreat Center, St Josephs Hall, Malvern, PA
More info: https://www.apeopleafire.org/events
Event: Restore: A Women’s Healing Retreat
God longs for us to believe that we indeed are who He says we are: His beloved daughters, carefully created, infinitely loved and valued beyond measure. Through unique, facilitated healing encounters, we listen deeply for the Holy Spirit’s promptings as He reveals the memories, the moments, the circumstances that caused dis-integration within us. With Him, we will untwist distortions, renounce lies, expose the habitual ways we get stuck in anxiety, fear or overwhelm and, most importantly, open to Jesus’ Love, which is the true balm for our wounded hearts. Come…and let Him Restore you!
Retreat Leaders: Father Stephen DeLacy and De Yarrison of You Are Made New Ministry
Location: St. Mary of Providence Retreat Center in Elverson, PA
More info: https://youaremadenew.com/restore-womens-retreat or email De at de@youaremadenew.com.
Friday, March 17 - 19, 2023
Event: Women Finding Peace, Healing, and Hope in Today's World
We are not defined by the many challenges of today nor are we helpless in the midst of these challenges. As Followers of Christ, we have a peace this world cannot give and a faith that inspires us to engage the world and change it.
Retreat Leaders: "4 Real Women" Heather Makowicz, Nicky Verna, Jillian Buhl, and Jeannine Peters
Location: Malvern Retreat House 315 Warren Avenue, Malvern, Pa 19355
More info: View the flyer; Registration is now open at:
https://www.malvernretreat.com/events/women-of-hope/
Event: Women Finding Peace, Healing, and Hope in Today's World
We are not defined by the many challenges of today nor are we helpless in the midst of these challenges. As Followers of Christ, we have a peace this world cannot give and a faith that inspires us to engage the world and change it.
Retreat Leaders: "4 Real Women" Heather Makowicz, Nicky Verna, Jillian Buhl, and Jeannine Peters
Location: Malvern Retreat House 315 Warren Avenue, Malvern, Pa 19355
More info: View the flyer; Registration is now open at:
https://www.malvernretreat.com/events/women-of-hope/
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - 8 AM-2:45 PM
Event: 2023 Catechetical Convocation
Join us for the 2023 Catechetical Convocation, OPEN to anyone over 18 years of age serving the Church and seeking to grow in their faith. This year, the Archdiocese is providing workshops on the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist in both English and Spanish. The opening Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Pérez followed by a keynote address:
- ·This is My Body Given for You - English Track
- Rev. Msgr. Michael K. Magee: Dean, School of Theological Studies; Chair of Systematic Theology Department & Full Professor of Systematic Theology and Sacred Scripture
- Eucaristía, presencia real de Cristo - Presentación en español
- Reverendo Eder Estrada, FM; Pastor, Saint Joseph Parish, Coatesville
More info: Click here for the Convocation booklet; Cost is $45 per person and by credit card only
For full details and registration, visit https://phillyocf.org/d-cres/
Sunday, March 26, 2023; 3:00 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 Philadelphia Catholic Mass Gospel Choir. 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.
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 Philadelphia Catholic Mass Gospel Choir. 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.
Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 - 8:30am - 2:15pm, high school visitation day
Event: 7th grade visitation at Martin Saints Classical High School
Description: Why classical? Because the classics are where you reliably find the true, good, and beautiful. Our Catholic high school is accepting applications for grades 9 through 12.
Location: Martin Saints campus, shared with Holy Martyrs parish near Ft. Washington. 121 Allison Road in Oreland, PA.
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with Sunday Vigil Mass at 4 PM
Event: Marriage Enrichment Day
Come with your Spouse or Fiance and listen to dynamic Catholic speakers who will inspire you to live out your Marriage with greater fever, love, and joy.
Location: St. Helena’s Church -1489 Dekalb Pike Blue Bell, PA.
First Thursdays of each Month, 7pm
Event: Rosary for Addictions
Rejoice in your hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12; I can do all things in Him who strengthens me. Phil 4:13
Please join our AFIRE group as we pray for those who are struggling with addiction. We all know someone affected by the epidemic of addiction and prayer is a powerful way we can support those who are struggling.
Location: St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 51 Lansdale Ave., Lansdale PA, meet in the Chapel in the Parish Center
Every Wednesday night from 7pm-8pm
Event: Mission of the H.E.A.R.T.T. Candlelit Adoration
Come for peace, silence, and prayerful reflection. Mission of the H.E.A.R.T.T. is a parish reach out program that is focused on a parish holy hour. Every Wednesday night, people are encouraged to come and bring their intentions, place them in a prayer box and then light a candle to be placed on the steps of the altar during Adoration. The night is amplified in reverence and beauty with being a candlelit service and live music leading the peacefulness. Come and rest with our Lord
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 136 Saxer Ave, Springfield, PA 19064
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 136 Saxer Ave, Springfield, PA 19064
More info: Kindly reach out to LukeL@Stewardshipmission.org
First Fridays-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/
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown More info: https://czestochowa.us/newsevents/upcoming-events/
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)
Various dates throughout 2023
Event: Events for Developing Your Personal Relationship with Jesus
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Doylestown invites you to join them for powerful Christ-centered events that will help you know Jesus more fully and grow in your love for him. Events include Bible studies, The Chosen, Lenten faith formation, the OLMC Novena and more. See the flyer below for the list!
Location: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Doylestown, PA
More info: Click here for the 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
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
Select weekends through March, 2023
Event: Come and See Weekends for Men Discerning a Call to the Priesthood
Come & See Weekends offer men (high school age and above) who are discerning a call to the priesthood a chance to get away, meet other men on a similar journey, and find a place of quiet to listen to God speak. If you are discerning the priesthood, or know someone who is discerning, these are ideal opportunities to visit the seminary, to get to know the seminarians, to listen to great talks on discernment, and to spend time listening for God's voice. There is no cost to attend these weekends, which include a single room and all meals.
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA
More info: Visit https://heedthecall.org/comeandsee/ or contact Fr. Friel at fr.dfriel@archphila.org.
Various dates in 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: https://www.odwphiladelphia.org/workshops/
LOOKING AHEAD...
July 29-August 7, 2023 - World Youth Day, Portugal
September 30, 2023 - Save the Date! Archdiocesan Eucharistic Congress, Doylestown
October 28, 2023 - Catholic Women's Conference, Doylestown
ONGOING...
- Eucharistic Revival: phillyeucharisticrevival.org
- Young Adult Groups & Events: phillyyam.org/events
- 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
- Institute for Christian Formation - Click here for website
- Pro-Life Pregnancy Care Resources - Click here for the free guidebook
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