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Announcement
Archbishop Pérez Grants Dispensation from Obligation to Abstain from Meat on Saint Patrick’s Day (Friday, March 17th)
The Memorial of Saint Patrick (March 17th) falls on a Friday during the Season of Lent this year. In accordance with the Code of Canon Law (canon 87), Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez has granted dispensation to all Roman Catholics in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia from the obligation to abstain from meat on Saint Patrick’s Day. Click here for the full announcement.
Little Convent in the Big City:
A New Book Series for Kids
Introducing a new kids’ book series about the beauty and joy of religious life… Little Convent in the Big City, by Mother Clare, CFR
In the new series Little Convent in the Big City, Mother Clare invites readers into the real-life adventures of religious sisters in New York City. In the first book, The Unsolvable Problem, children encounter themes of providence, patriotism, and prayerfulness. They learn about Adoration, service to the poor, and how to run to Jesus with life’s problems. In the second book, The Light in You, children meet Antonio, an unhappy man who lives in a darkened apartment, whose life is brightened by the joy of the sisters. Kids learn about dealing with negative emotions, giving meaningful gifts, and the miracle of midnight Mass.
- Learn more at: http://littleconvent.com/
- Consider sponsoring a classroom of kids so they can have access to the series! Click here for details
Did you get the Archbishop's text?
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 began 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
Office for the New Evangelization Events
Reconciliation Weekend
COME BE RESTORED TO PEACE.
Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11, 2023
No matter how long it's been, Jesus is always waiting to unburden you in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Here, you will make your peace with God, with yourself, and with others. On March 10 and 11, priests will be available to hear your confession at many times and locations in the greater Philadelphia area to make it as easy as possible to go. Even if it's been many years, don't let that stop you; the priest is ready to guide you through the process.
- Examination of Conscience (to help you identify and confess your sins)
- Guide: How to Go to Confession (to refresh your memory on what to do and what to expect when you to go confession)
Location:
Various parishes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
More info:
For locations and confession times, click here for the flyer
Human and Spiritual Integration:
A Workshop on Trauma-Informed Care in Ministry
Mon, Apr 17, 1-5pm and Tues, Apr 18, 1-5pm
(Participants attend both days)
Harvard Public Health Magazine referred to our times as "The Age of Trauma." To make our parishes, schools and institutions places of encounter with the healing love of Jesus Christ, it is essential for staff and ministry leaders to understand trauma and how we heal from those wounds. This trauma-care certification workshop is for all those serving on the front lines of ministry, especially clergy, religious, parish/school staff and volunteer leaders.
Presenter: Margaret Vasquez, LPCC-S, Certified trauma therapist
Location: St. Thomas of Villanova Auditorium, Rosemont
Registration:
$35.00 per person ($20 priests/religious)
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.
DURING LENT
Event: Christ in the City Lent Program - EACH DAY, WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR SOMEONE BY NAME
Each day, you will find a challenge to grow in love for God and your neighbors. Listed below each challenge is the name of one of our homeless friends in Philadelphia or Denver to pray for that day. We need your prayers!
Fridays of Lent, 8-9 PM
Event: Eucharistic Holy Hour with Confessions
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer
Every Monday, February 27th through March 27th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Event: No Greater Love, A Biblical Walk through Christ's Passion
We invite you to join us for a 5 week Lenten Journey and Biblical Pilgrimage, "No Greater Love, A Biblical Walk through Christ's Passion." Filmed on location in the Holy Land, “No Greater Love” is a five-part series that reveals Christ’s amazing love for us.Best-selling author Edward Sri guides you through the last hours of Christ’s life. You will walk step-by-step with Jesus from the garden of Gethsemane to Mount Calvary. Cost is $25 per person for the study guide.
More info: Click here for the flyer Visit www.churchofsaintmary.org to register or call 610.287.8156.
Location: Saint Mary Church, 40 Spring Mount Road in Schwenksville, PA
Tuesdays, February 28, March 7, 14, 21, 28 and April 4– 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Event: Zoom discussion on “Everything You Wanted to Know About the CREED but Were Afraid to Ask!”
Please join St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) as we host four virtual discussions during Lent on the CREED (Part 2). “How do we know Jesus rose? What is an “apostolic” church? Is there more than one baptism?” We will discuss and answer these and other questions you might have regarding the Creed. Join us and our special guest participants via Zoom on the dates and times listed!
Location: St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) via Zoom
More info: Click here for the flyer with speakers, dates and zoom links
Questions? Please email Jacob Marquart, O.F.S. at staugustineparish09@gmail.com or call (215) 627-1838 to submit your questions.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 – 4:00 PM EST
Event: “Ukraine: An Epicenter of Global Change”
Event: “Ukraine: An Epicenter of Global Change”
On February 28, the Eleanor H. McCullen Center for Law, Religion and Public Policy at Villanova University will be hosting a lecture by Archbishop Borys Gudziak, Metropolitan Archbishop of the Archeparchy of Philadelphia of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) and President of the Ukrainian Catholic University. The highest-ranking Ukrainian Catholic prelate in the United States, Archbishop Gudziak will speak about the current state of affairs in Ukraine and how the Church has responded to the war crisis.
Speakers: Archbishop Borys Gudziak
Hosted by: The Eleanor H. McCullen Center for Law, Religion and Public Policy at Villanova University
More info: The event is free and open to the public. Please register here.
Wednesdays during Lent at 8pm ET
Event: Virtual Lenten Small Group for Women
Join our small group with Behold Visio Divina as we pray with art, discuss, and grow in community during Lent. On Wednesday nights at 8EST starting on March 1, we will meet virtually focusing on the theme of the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary. We look forward to having you join us!
Use these links to register:
Saturday, March 1, 2023 – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Event: “Lenten Joy”
a morning program of reflection, prayer, and story-telling that invites us to discover how the Holy Spirit’s gift of joy can lead us on our path to conversion and prepare us for the celebration of the Paschal Mystery. A $35 fee covers a breakfast snack, the program, and lunch.
Speaker: Sister Mary Kay McDonald, MSBT
Location: Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19136
More info: https://msbt.org/event/lenten-joy
Thursday, March 2, 9:15 am – 11:15 am with social/lunch to follow
Event: Hope in the Resurrection
Join the women of Regnum Christi for a morning Lenten retreat with speakers Fr Peter Kim LC and Wendy Stanton, mother of nine and grandmother of 28.
Are you struggling to find hope? Do you want this lent to be different than last years? Wendy will share how she has held onto hope during times of trial. Father Peter Kim LC will speak from a theological perspective – Hope does not disappoint.
Location: St. Isaac Jogues, 50 W. Walker Road, Wayne, PA 19087
More Info: Click here for flyer. Registration is now open.
Thursdays of Lent, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 7-8 pm
Event: INFORMED - A Lenten Offering
Equipping individuals, families, churches and communities in the battle against the pornography epidemic. Join us each week for a video presentation on our weekly topic, discussion and prayer. Facilitated by Deacon Tom & Nicky Verna
Location: St. Andrew the Apostle, 3500 School Ln, Drexel Hill, PA
More info: See the flier for more information; Please RSVP . View Flyer
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)
Friday, March 3, 2023
Event: Feast Day of St. Katharine Drexel
The feast day of Saint Katharine Drexel, is a fitting time for us to recall her enduring heroic virtue. Let us ask our Philadelphia Saint to pray for us to live more profoundly the Gospel of Jesus and to be more generous in our service to others. The Cathedral Basilica is open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM for visits and prayer at the Tomb of Saint Katharine Drexel.
Schedule: 7:15 AM-Feast Day Mass in the Cathedral Chapel; 11:30 AM-Confessions in the Cathedral Basilica; 12:05 PM-Sung Feast Day Mass in the Cathedral Basilica
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul and the Shrine of St. Katharine Drexel, Philadelphia
More info: https://www.saintkatharinedrexelshrine.com/
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
Monthly Rosary Walk with the Sisters of Life (Next walk: Mar 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 (March 4 and May 13)
- Meet at 10:30 AM at Visitation B.V.M., Kensington (April 1)
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, Mark Forrest, internationally famous tenor, and Mark Houck
Location: Cardinal O'Hara High School, 1701 S Sproul Road, Springfield (Delco)
Cost: $60 Registration; $25 Students
More info: Click here for the flyer; For full details, visit Registration – Man Up Philly Conference
Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Event: Global Catholic Literature Seminar: The Ways of Holiness: Caryll Houselander’s The Dry Wood
Join Collegium Institute and Dappled Things for our online Global Catholic Literature Seminar on Cayll Houselander’s The Dry Wood. In this seminar, we will consider diverse expressions of the universal call to holiness and the literary challenge of representing the saints amidst us. In considering the novel we will ask about the role of literature in depicting and fostering holiness. Can literary works be a form of spiritual writing? Can novels successfully portray the holy? What is the role of suffering in a life of holiness? Registration ends February 27.
Learn more and register: https://collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/the-ways-of-holiness-caryll-houselanders-the-dry-wood
Monday evenings, March 6 thru April 3, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
OR Wednesday mornings, March 8 - April 5, 9:15 - 10:45 AM
Event: Lenten Bible Study - "Lenten Longings"
Do you want a richer experience of Lent this year?
Join us for a 5-week Bible Study reflecting on the Lenten Sunday Gospels.
This is a FREE series. Workbooks will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. We will present this at 2 different times so PICK THE TIME that is best for you. Come early to meet others, grab a snack and get your seat. Please join us!
Location: Holy Cross (Delaware County) Parish Center, Springfield PA
More Info: To save a seat, or for more information, please contact Pattie Stevens at pattiejstevens@comcast.net or 484.868.8571
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, Oreland, PA
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
Thursday, March 9, 2023, 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 Rayford Emmons/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
Saturday, March 11 at 7 PM
Event: Sermon on the Mount with Frank Runyeon
Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Doylestown invites you to join them for Frank Runyeon Presents: A Dramatic One-Man Show on the Beatitudes.
Location: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Doylestown, PA
More info: Click here for the flyer. Event takes place in the Church. All are welcome. This is not a ticketed event.
March 11, 2023, 8:30am –1pm
Event: Finding God in Loss a Half-Day Retreat
Event: Finding God in Loss a Half-Day Retreat
Have you recently suffered the death of a loved one, a diagnosis, or another loss? With God there is hope and healing. Attend a half-day retreat to reflect on the presence and healing power of God amid grief. Cost is $25 and includes lunch and refreshments.
Location: National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia Center, 1166 Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Speakers include: Friars of the Augustinian Religious Order and Anne DeSantis, MA Theology, Executive Director St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, and Faith.
Location: National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia Center, 1166 Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Speakers include: Friars of the Augustinian Religious Order and Anne DeSantis, MA Theology, Executive Director St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, and Faith.
Registration page: https://www.nonnatus.org/march-2023-retreat.html
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
Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at 6:30 pm
Event: Lenten Praise & Worship Night
All are invited to a Lenten Praise & Worship Night, March 14, 2023, at 6:30 pm, at Saint Monica in Berwyn. This beautiful evening of Adoration and Lenten Praise & Worship will also provide the opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession as we welcome several local priests.
Location: The Church of Saint Monica, 63 Main Avenue, Berwyn, PA 19312 (Chester County)
More Information: https://saintmonicachurch.org/lenten-praise-worship-night
Thursday, March 16th through Wednesday, April 26th, 7:30 PM
Event: Life in the Spirit Seminars
ALL are invited to participate in the Life in the Spirit Seminars, a series of talks and discussions which take place over a period of seven weeks. The Life in the Spirit Seminars are designed to offer help in finding a fuller release of the Holy Spirit to live a deeper Christian life. Come join us! You will be glad you did.
Location: Saint Katharine of Siena Church, 104 S. Aberdeen Avenue, Wayne, PA
More Info: Paul Hayes, 610-687-8835 or temeaus@aol.com
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/
Saturdays, 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
Wed, Mar 22nd – 7:00-8:00 PM
Event: Educational Program: The Wonder of Eve
Location: Online Event
The Wonder of Eve is a fresh and engaging Mother-Daughter program that was developed by the Archdiocese of St. Louis, Office of NFP. Through a Catholic lens, it teaches young women how naturally amazing their bodies are and the impact their choices can have on their future health and fertility.
This program is:
- geared towards high school girls
- aligned with Catholic teaching and values
- presented by a FertilityCare professional
- presented in 60 minutes, including a Q&A session
In keeping with the mission to educate young women, the Gianna Center of Philadelphia is offering the wonder of Eve every three months! A link will be emailed to registrants prior to the event. Note: it is HIGHLY encouraged that this program is attended simultaneously by both Mother and Daughter to ensure ongoing dialogue in these beautiful, yet potentially sensitive topics.
More info: For more information, click HERE. Questions? Contact admin@phgiannacenter.com
Thursdays, 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
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - 8 AM-2:45 PM
Event: 2023 Catechetical Convocation (Click here for the invitational video)
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/
Saturday, March 25, 9:00am-3:30pm
Event: Modern Science and Catholic Faith: A St. Albert Initiative for Teachers and Students
The St. Albert Initiative is a half-day program on science and faith for Catholic high school students, teachers, and parents as well as interested members of the general public (high school age and above). It will feature short talks by Catholic scientists and the opportunity to meet, eat with, and ask questions of Catholic scientists in many fields and at various stages of their careers.
Location: St. Joseph’s Preparatory, 1733 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
Learn more and register: https://collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/76qmyuzv29yk5xlvtxy8lfa4768ebe
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, Oreland, PA
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
More info: Ms. Laura Lindmeier, admissions counselor, llindmeier@martinsaintsclassical.org
March 31, 2023 from 8:00 -9:15 pm
Event: EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: PRAISE & WORSHIP
Cathedral Chapel, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
All are welcome to participate in the worship of our Lord in the Eucharist
More Info: Confession will be available | Parking available in the Cathedral lot
Cathedral Chapel, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
All are welcome to participate in the worship of our Lord in the Eucharist
More Info: Confession will be available | Parking available in the Cathedral lot
March 31 – April 2, 2023 - Arrival time is Friday at 7:00 p.m. and ends Sunday at 1:00 pm
Event: Theology of the Body - Spring Retreat for High School Boys
We will talk about what it means to be a young, dynamic, Catholic man in today’s world. The overnight retreat will introduce you to John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and what it means for your life! Tough cultural topics will be discussed in a safe format. Retreat will include talks, small groups, Mass, Adoration and time for confession.
Retreat Leader: Brendan McCauley, Certified speaker for the Theology of the Body Institute with Peter DeMaio, President, and Pennsylvanians for Human Life.
Priests: Fr. David O’Brien and Fr. Steve Delacy
Location: St. Mary of Providence Center, 227 Isabella Rd, Elverson, PA
More Info: Tracy Phillips tracymphillips@yahoo.com or 610-220-4346 or Register at http://lifelovesexuality.com/ or view flyer. Sponsored by St. Peter Respect Life Committee
Saturday, April 1, 2023 – 4AM-8AM
Event: Sonrise Festival
The Office for Ministry with Young Adults (OMYA) alongside PEAK Encounter and the Czestochowa Young Adult's are hosting a 'Sonrise Festival'. As we enter into Holy Week come join us outdoors in procession and adoration, spending time with the Son as the sun rises. Then finish the morning with us in fellowship while enjoying some Polish breakfast!
The Office for Ministry with Young Adults (OMYA) alongside PEAK Encounter and the Czestochowa Young Adult's are hosting a 'Sonrise Festival'. As we enter into Holy Week come join us outdoors in procession and adoration, spending time with the Son as the sun rises. Then finish the morning with us in fellowship while enjoying some Polish breakfast!
Location: The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown
More info: Advance Registration Required. Click here to RSVP
Friday, April 14-Sunday, April 16TH
Event: 17th Annual Divine Mercy Retreat at Malvern Retreat House with Fr. Stephan De Lacy and Fr. Dermot Roache.
UPDATE: Since Fr. Roache had emergency back surgery we are planning for him to join us remotely at this time. Kathleen McKarthy will be joining us in person with Fr. DeLacy!
Check-in will begin on Friday at 4PM in the Dining Hall & the retreat will close after the 3PM Divine Mercy Sunday devotions. The weekend will offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Spiritual Conferences, Reconciliation, quiet time to walk the beautiful retreat grounds & Devotions such as the Rosary, Divine Mercy chaplet & Novena. It will culminate with the Feast of Divine Mercy Sunday! In addition, since this is also the CRUCIAL First Year of the THREE-YEAR EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL being celebrated throughout the Universal Church, we are excited to have a new permanent exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles created by Blessed Carlo Acutis now is Lower McShain.
Saturday, April 15, 2023 – 9:30 AM-4:15 PM
Event: Healing & Freedom in Christ Conference with Fr. Giuseppe, CFR
Come and learn the Five Keys of Unbound, a model of prayer for receiving healing and freedom in Christ.
Event: Healing & Freedom in Christ Conference with Fr. Giuseppe, CFR
Come and learn the Five Keys of Unbound, a model of prayer for receiving healing and freedom in Christ.
Location: St. Michael Catholic Church, Atlantic City, NJ
More info: Click here to register
More info: Click here to register
April 16th
Event: Divine Mercy Sunday Celebration
The World Needs Peace. The World Needs the Feast of Mercy!
In the 1930's, Jesus revealed to St. Maria Faustina that He wishes to pour His mercy upon the whole world. He told her, "I do not want to punish aching mankind, but I desire to heal it, pressing it to My Merciful Heart. My daughter, tell the whole world about My inconceivable mercy". Prepare to take full advantage of the great graces available on the Feast of Mercy for yourself, your family, and the whole world.
In the 1930's, Jesus revealed to St. Maria Faustina that He wishes to pour His mercy upon the whole world. He told her, "I do not want to punish aching mankind, but I desire to heal it, pressing it to My Merciful Heart. My daughter, tell the whole world about My inconceivable mercy". Prepare to take full advantage of the great graces available on the Feast of Mercy for yourself, your family, and the whole world.
11:00 a.m. Mass followed by the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Chaplet in Song; Consecration of the family to Divine Mercy & Benediction - All are welcome!
Location: St. Peter Catholic Church, 2835 Manor Road, West Brandywine, PA
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.
Saturday, April 22, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Event: Brothers of Borromeo Vocation Camp (B.B.V.C.)
Calling all young men in grades 6, 7, and 8! The Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood and Philadelphia seminarians are hosting this awesome one-day camp. Held at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, the day includes great activities, talks, opportunity for confession, prayer, and lunch. With our theme, Dearest God, Give Me Holiness, young men are invited to learn about the life of Saint John Neumann and what it means to be holy. We will also explore other saints and how their lives can inspire us to get to heaven!
More info: The registration fee of $25 includes t-shirt and lunch/snacks, and the deadline to register is March 31st. For more information or questions, please visit HeedtheCall.org/BBVC or contact Jillian Minnich at jminnich@archphila.org.
Thursday, April 23, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Event: God and the Multiverse
Join Collegium Institute for this Magi Project conversation with Dr. Deborah Haarsma, Astronomer and President of BioLogos. Dr. Haarsma will lead us through a fascinating tour of the universe as it is currently understood, exploring the spiritual and scientific implications of recent discoveries.
Learn more and register: https://collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/god-the-multiverse
Friday, April 28, 7-11 PM
Event: Beef ‘n’ Beer Fundraiser
Join Our Lady of Consolation parish in Tacony for a Beef ‘n’ Beer (BYOB) night to raise money for the parish convent and an elevator for the Church.
More info: To purchase tickets ($40), view the flyer
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Event: Cassock Classic (Young Adults)
Young adults are invited to gather at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary for the Annual CASSOCK CLASSIC! This event gathers young adult groups and Catholic campus ministry programs from across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for a day of fun & faith with the seminarians. Teams (men and women, minimum of 12 people) will come together for a day of ultimate frisbee. Sponsored by the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, the day begins with Mass and concludes with Evening Prayer. The registration fee of $15/participant (players & spectators) includes lunch and a T-shirt.
More info: To register your team for this event, visit heedthecall.org/cassockclassic or contact Jillian Minnich (jminnich@archphila.org) or Sue Matour (smatour@archphila.org).
Friday, May 5-6
Event: Serenity Retreat for Women
This is a weekend retreat for women who are recovering from or affected by addiction led by Ken Johnston, Exec Director of Our House Ministries. The weekend will include talks, Mass, Faith Sharing and more while getting to spend time on the beautiful grounds of Malvern Retreat House.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern PA – Family Life Center
More info: Registration is required for this event, see website for cost and registration.
Event: The Fourth African National Eucharistic Congress (ANEC)
The theme for the 2023 Eucharistic Congress; "That They May All Be One" A response to The Lord's Prayer and has its roots in Jesus' prayer. African Catholics come together to celebrate the presence of Jesus in the Eucharistic and in the Church, and to uplift and renew their faith as Catholics and also celebrate their rich cultural heritage. FREE accommodation, registration and transportation for the youth and young adults going from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Register NOW!
Location for the Eucharistic Congress: Catholic University of America, Washington, DC
Location for the Mass: The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC
More Info: Email sr.fenechukwu@archphila.org or call 267-282-3487
Young Adult Registration: https://cvent.me/80e27A
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)
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...
June 26-29, 2023 - Quo Vadis Discernment Camp, Quarryville
July 5-14, 2023 - Philadelphia Catholic Scholars Program, Wynnewood
July 29-August 7, 2023 - World Youth Day, Portugal
September 30, 2023 - Archdiocesan Eucharistic Congress, 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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