December: Great events for Advent, job openings and more

“God walks into your soul with silent step. God comes to you more than you go to Him. Never will his coming be what you expect, and yet never will it disappoint. The more you respond to his gentle pressure, the greater will be your freedom.”

– Ven. Fulton Sheen

Listen below to Archbishop Perez' 4-minute teaching on how a missionary disciple is called to "bear fruit." This is part of the Archbishop's Go Forth texting campaign. You can find full details about Go Forth at phillydisciples.org/goforth.

News, Tips and Ideas

Hope and Light at the End of Life

The Sisters of Life have produced a series of beautiful, short videos offering hope, truth and guidance for those facing the end of their life. Consider watching them in order to be equipped with words of hope and counsel for those we love and consider sharing them with others!

"The end of life can be scary. It is a time that can expose us to new depths of vulnerability, uncertainty, and difficult questions. How do we live it well? Where do we find the peace and security we desire on a road we will all one day travel?

Whether we are facing a terminal diagnosis, discerning end-of-life care, or supporting a loved one in the last chapter of life, we find the strength to live it well by placing our trust in God. Both in life and in death, God has a plan for each of us. God has revealed Himself as Emmanuel, God-with-us. Whatever the end of life may bring, we are never alone. Love Himself will be with us, to strengthen, guide, and light our way forward."

Watch the series at https://sistersoflife.org/end-of-life/

Job Openings

Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation, St. Cecilia Parish, Fox Chase

The Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation is a full time, 12-month position. The person must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, a person of prayer, and one who is committed to personally living and actively sharing the authentic teachings of Jesus and the Church...read full details in the attached job description:

St Cecilia Pastoral Associate_1.pdf

Director of Mission Implementation, St. Norbert Parish, Paoli

The Director of Mission Implementation serves the Parish/Pastor in two primary ways: 1) to free the Pastor of the administrative duties of the Parish so that he may focus on shepherding the Parish as he discerns, and 2) to advance the Parish Mission as informed by the Strategic Anchors through strategic planning and implementation. The Director of Mission Implementation is a full-time position...read full details in the attached job description:

Director of Mission Implementation, St. Norbert.pdf

Coordinator of Religious Education and Director of Parish Outreach Services, St. Matthias, Bala Cynwyd

The Position of Coordinator of Religious Education and Parish Outreach Services is a full-time position. This person must be a practicing Catholic, and in good standing with the Church. In addition, he/she is a person of prayer who is committed to the authentic teaching of the Catholic faith. Read full details in the attached job description:

Coordinator of Religious Educ Job Description.pdf

Pray For My Priest

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Spiritual Motherhood

Adopt a Philadelphia Priest Today!

With the Blessed Virgin Mary as our model, we seek to provide each priest with a Spiritual Mother, who will commit to anonymously adopt him and pray for him and his vocation as long as she lives. In the spirit of holy detachment, the spiritual mother knows who her priest son is; however, he will not know her identity until her death. The spiritual mother will have a hidden, spiritual connection with her priestly son, as Mary had with Jesus. The Philadelphia Commitment Form can be found at: https://stmariagoretti.net/spiritual-motherhood/. Complete the form and submit it for Spiritual Adoption.

Questions? Contact

Rosemary Doyle at rdoylerd@comcast.net ~ 215-368-5875

Maria Richardson at marichar@comcast.net ~ 215-721- 6559

Office for the New Evangelization Events

Go, Make Disciples:
A Mini Course in Missionary Discipleship

Saturdays, January 13, February 17 and March 2, 2024

9am-12pm

Join us for a powerful and practical training in the habits and skills of missionary discipleship. This course will help you deepen your personal friendship with Jesus and acquire relational skills to encounter and accompany others into Christ’s love.

Facilitators:

Meghan Cokeley, Office for the New Evangelization, and
Araminta Brown, St. Raymond of Penafort, Philadelphia

Location:
Our Lady of Hope, Philadelphia

More Info and Registration:

View the flyer

$25.00 includes all 3 sessions, coffee, snacks and guidebook

Visit phillyevang.org/events to register or click here.

This course is also available in Spanish.
Please contact Paola Herrera for details at pherrera@archphila.org

Supporting Those

with Mental Health Struggles

A workshop for parish leaders, family members and friends.

Saturday, January 27, 2024 – 9:15am-2:30pm

It is estimated that one in five adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness. Among children and teens, the numbers are increasing dramatically. This means that every parish and church institution has many members who suffer in this way, and often in silence. This workshop is designed to give parish leaders, as well as family members and friends, practical tools to help you support those who experience mental health struggles. See the flyer for workshop topics.

Speaker: Dave Eckert, Intersect Network

Location: St. Cecilia Parish Auditorium, Philadelphia

More info: Click here for the flyer; Click here to register

Sponsored by: Office for the New Evangelization and Office for Persons with Disabilities of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

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 22nd of the month for consideration.

Continuing monthly, Nov 28, Dec 19, 2023, at 6:30 pm

Event: Holy Hour Praise & Worship Series

All are invited to our Holy Hour Praise & Worship Series, with this month's event being on October 17, 2023 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. What better way to celebrate the Eucharistic Revival than with Adoration, Confession, and beautiful praise and worship music. Each monthly holy hour will feature a brief reflection on the 7 "I Am" statements from John's Gospel.

Location: Saint Monica, 63 Main Avenue, Berwyn, PA 19312 (Chester County)

More Information: SaintMonicaChurch.org/holyhour

November 30 and December 4, 2023

Event: Permanent Deacon Information Sessions

A deacon’s ministry entails proclaiming, preaching and teaching God’s Word, assisting the bishop and priest at the Liturgy, and above all, bring the Gospel to the people as a minister of charity, as one conformed to Christ the Servant. Catholic men, and their wives if married, with a deep spiritual life who are between the ages of 29 and 55, are invited to join an in-person panel of clergy for one of three Permanent Diaconate information sessions:

Monday, December 4, 2023, 7:00 PM at Saints Simon and Jude Parish, 8 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA
Thursday, November 30, 2023, 7:00 PM at Immaculate Conception Parish, 604 West Ave., Jenkintown, PA

For more details and registration, visit https://archphila.org/deacon/.

First Friday, December 1, 2023, at 6:45 pm

Event: Mass and Healing Service at Our Lady of Fatima (Delaware County, PA)

All are invited to the First Friday, December 1, 2023, Praise & Worship at 6:45 pm, then 7:00 pm Mass and Healing Service with Our Lady of Fatima's pastor, Rev. Roland Slobogin, as the celebrant. George Isajiw, MD, will be a guest speaker. He will share the story of his grandfather, Blessed Nicholas Konrad, a Ukrainian Catholic priest and holy martyr. His cassock will be exhibited which he wore when he was murdered by the KGB in 1941. Music provided by Martha's House. Prayer teams will be available for individual healing afterwards.

Location: Our Lady of Fatima, 1 Fatima Drive, Secane, PA 19018 (Delaware County)

More Information: Visit the website http://www.archphilaccr.org or view flyer

Friday, December 1, 6:30 pm, Saturday and December 2nd 8:30 am

Event: Encountering Christ in the Eucharist: Adoration for Vocations

Speakers: Father Markus Strehmer, Father Jeffrey Couture, Mary Bea Damico

Vocation Action Network of Philly invites you to participate in a two day empowering event to hear two priestly vocation/conversion stories and be equipped to begin praying for vocations.

Friday evening confessions, Mass, Healing Service with relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis.

Saturday morning begins with Mass followed by free breakfast and Eucharistic Miracle talk and vocation/conversion talk.

Location: St Mary Magdalen Church, Media, PA

More info: View Website

Saturday, December 2, 2023

Event: A PRAYERFUL ADVENT SEASON: AN IMPOSSIBLE DREAM or THE PERFECT GIFT?

To register for the Advent Day of Reflection, please visit Dr. Magee’s website: doctorcookiescorner.org, and download the registration form.

Please complete the registration form and return it by November 30, 2023, to

Dr. Cookie Magee, 14 Cella Drive, Aston, PA 19014

Location: Saint John Fisher Parish, 4225 Chichester Avenue, Boothwyn, Pa 19061, Beginning at 9:00 am and concluding at 2:00pm COST: $35.00

Saturday, December 2^nd 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Event: Women’s Advent Breakfast, Guest Speaker: Sarah Christmyer

Ladies, Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Parish invites you to begin the Advent Season by gathering with other women for an inspiring talk by Sarah Christmyer as you enjoy a hot breakfast buffet. Through Sarah’s talk, we will learn from the shepherds and magi who journeyed to the manger in Bethlehem: "Come and see", "Come as you are", "Come bearing gifts", "Come to the manger", and "Come and find peace". The cost is $45.00 per person (plus fee, if paying by credit card). Grab a friend and join us!

Location: Normandy Farm, 1401 Morris Rd, Blue Bell, PA, 19422

More Information: visit https://www.mmredeemer.org/womens-advent-breakfast or contact JoAnne at joannehigg115@gmail.com or view flyer

Saturday, December 2, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Event: "Prepare Your Heart: Advent's Greatest Invitation."

Slow down, even if just for a morning, and be with us as we say yes to Advent's invitation to Prepare Your Heart for the Lord's continual arrival into our lives. Registration: $45.00 includes morning's light snack and beverages, lunch, and program.

Speaker: Stephanie McCarthy
Location: Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Ave., Philadelphia
More info: https://msbt.org/event/advent/ or call 215-335-1830.

December 3, 4 and 5, 2024

Event: 40 Hours Eucharistic Devotion at the Cathedral

The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is privileged to have this Annual Eucharistic Devotion beginning the First Sunday of Advent, the first Forty Hours in the Archdiocese with the beginning of the new Liturgical Year. These three days of prayer encourage us to take time to reflect on the great gift of the Eucharist to the Church, to each of us. Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament is around the clock during the Forty Hours.

Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia

More info: Adoration is around the clock on these days, click here for schedule and sign up link

Tuesdays, December 5^th, 12^th, and 19^th – 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Event: Zoom discussion on “Everything You Wanted to Know About WHY JESUS CAME, but Were Afraid to Ask!” Please join St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) as we host three virtual discussions during Advent on WHY JESUS CAME. “Why did God have to take on our flesh to save us? How can Jesus be both human and divine? Was Jesus actually human like us? We will discuss and answer these and other questions you might have WHY JESUS CAME.” Join us and our special guest participants via Zoom on the dates and times listed! View Flyer

Tuesday, 12/5 - Jesus Came to Give His Life as a Ransom for Many - Rev. John Lydon, O.S.A., Associate Director, Center of Faith and Learning, Villanova University, Click here to register

Tuesday, 12/12 - Jesus Came to Give Eternal Life -

Dr. Janet Haggerty, PhD., Associate Professor of Theology, College Seminary and Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Theological Seminary, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, Click here to register

Tuesday, 12/19 - Jesus Came to Reveal the Father –

Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown (Ohio), Editor of The Priest magazine, Click here to register

Location: St. Augustine Parish (Philadelphia) via Zoom

More info: Please email Jacob Marquart, O.F.S. at staugustineparish09@gmail.com or call (215) 627-1838 to submit your questions.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2023 from 7:00 Pm – 9:00 Pm

Touched by Mercy, Moved by Love

If you or someone you love is hurting from a painful situation or loss, come and experience a Living Scripture Healing Meditation. In the midst of your storm, you can be touched by Mercy and moved by Love. Don’t miss it.

Location: Sacred Heart Church, 120 Jefferson St, Bridgeport, PA 19405 | 610.275.1750 | UnitedInTheSacredHeart.com

More Info: This is a free event from Sacred Heart Church and the Living Scripture Institute, (LivingScriptureInstitute.org), the training outreach of Grief to Grace, Rachel’s Vineyard, and Duty to Heal.

Tuesday, December 5

Parenting Teens – Tips for Navigating Teens in the 21st Century

Speaker: Gian Milles, M.S. will present parents with tools for interacting with their teens or soon-to-be teens. Topics include Fitting in, Day to Day Struggles, Cyberbullying and Relating to Your Teen

Sponsors: Church of St. Joseph, Aston and Holy Family Regional Catholic School

Event: Parent Teens Presentation presented by Gian Milles, M.S. psychotherapist at Integrity Counseling Services
Location: Church of St. Joseph, 3255 Concord Rd., Aston, PA 19014 – Degnan Hall

Time: 6:30 pm with Questions and Answers session at 7:15 pm.

More Info: Visit the parish website https://churchofstjosephaston.org/ for flyer and details. No registration. Event is free.

December 5^th, 6^th, and 7^th 2023, 8-9 p.m.

God the Father Online Summit: unconditional love

God the Father Online Summit is a three-evening online event featuring fifteen Catholic authors and speakers on the topic of the unfailing and unconditional love of God. The event will be held on YouTube, and registration is required. Speakers will offer catechesis, stories of the saints, personal reflections, and more.

Speakers include William Hemsworth, MA, Catholic Theologian; Christian Semmens, MA, Catholic Spiritual Director; Bill Snyder, Founder of Patchwork Heart Ministry; Charbel Raish, Founder of Parousia Media in Australia; Anne DeSantis, MA, Executive Director of the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation, and more.

Cost: Free

Registration link: https://www.nonnatus.org/god-the-father-summit.html

Questions: Email director.srnf@gmail.com or view flyer

December 8th - Friday 5:00 pm – Sunday 1:00 pm

Event: Joy in the Waiting: Experience Advent with an Open Heart

Does your heart yearn to re-experience joy, peace and wonder this season? The waiting of Advent is a beautiful opportunity to allow your heart to be open to these virtues. Join us at Malvern Retreat House for a weekend women's retreat which will allow your feminine heart to experience the Advent Season with JOY in the peace and love of Christ. The weekend will include daily Mass (including the December 8th Solemnity), confession, music, uplifting and encouraging talks, time for Adoration and prayer and the fellowship of women. What a beautiful way to begin Advent! Retreat facilitators: Heather Makowicz, Jeannine Peters, Jillian Buhl & Nicky Verna

Cost: $275 (includes meals, lodging & lots of surprises!)

Location: Malvern Retreat House, McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center, Malvern, PA 19355

More Information: Visit malvernretreat.com

Saturday, December 9 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Event: Marian Apparitions Day

Our Blessed Mother has appeared on many occasions throughout the centuries. Do you know when and where a group of shepherds found her weeping? Or which appearance resulted in the conversion of France, increasing daily prayer and Mass attendance in that country? Or which visit was an apparition without words? The day will begin with Mass at 10:00 a.m. From 10:30 - 2:30 an exhibit of Marian Apparitions -- a display planned by Blessed Carlo Acutis -- will be open to the public in the church hall while Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the church. The Holy Rosary will be recited at noon and The Walsingham Chaplet of the Five Wounds will be prayed at 2:30. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is a Catholic parish in the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter.

Location: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 502 Ford St., Bridgeport, PA 19405

Learn more: r.edel.lukens@gmail.com or 610-256-7125 FLYER IS ATTACHED

December 10th, 7:00 PM

Event: Advent Lessons and Carols

Enrich your Advent and prepare for Christmas by joining us as the Schola Cantorum of St. Joseph Parish presents an evening of scripture and music.

Free admission. Light refreshments will be served.

Location: St. Joseph Parish Church, 338 Manor Ave., Downingtown PA 19335

To learn more: Email DeaconMurtha@stjosephrc.org

Sunday, December 10, 2023 - 6:00 PM

Event: Arise! Youth Evening of Adoration

The program begins at 6:00 pm with music and reflection and concludes at 8:00 pm with a social; Open to teens in 8th through 12th grade. Teens must be accompanied by an adult ministry leader or another adult.

Location: St. Andrew Parish, Newtown, PA (Bucks County)

More info: Visit the Office for Ministry with Youth webpage

Sunday, December 10

Event: Festival of Lessons and Carols – An Advent Prayer Service of Nine Lessons through Scripture & Music

In this service, we listen to nine Scripture lessons which recount the Fall, the promise of a Messiah, the Incarnation, and the Great Commission to preach the Good News. Each lesson is followed by a carol or other song that reflects on the lesson's message and a brief prayer.

Time: 7:00 pm

Location: Church of St. Joseph, 3255 Concord Rd., Aston, PA 19014 – Degnan Hall

More Info: Visit the parish website https://churchofstjosephaston.org/ for flyer.

Sunday December 10 at 4 pm

Event: “Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols”

Holy Cross Parish and Choir will present our second annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols. In the spirit of Christmas, gospel readings about our Savior Jesus Christ will alternate with seasonal carols, some of which you will be invited to sing along with the choir. The festival will take place in the church, and afterwards light refreshments will be served in the gym. The event is FREE and ALL ARE WELCOME. Please join us and bring a friend!

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

Second Monday of each Month @ 7:00 pm on December 11

Event: SoulCore Live Classes

SoulCore is an invitation to integrate body & soul in prayer, fully orienting the heart & mind toward Christ, while discovering the beauty of the Rosary. Join Nicky Verna, SoulCore leader for these free classes. No fitness or Rosary experience necessary. These classes offer a beautiful way to incorporate simple, functional movements with the prayers of Rosary... an invitational way to elevate the heart, mind and body towards God, together with Our Lady Who always brings us to Her Son. Please dress comfortably and bring an exercise mat and water.

Location: Malvern Retreat House; St. Joseph's Library, 315 S. Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355

More Information: Nicky Verna, SoulCore Leader; nicky@soulcore.com or 610-639-3816. Visit www.soulcorephilly.com . Classes are FREE to join and all are welcome!

Thursday, December 14th, 2023, 7:00pm

Event: Advent Lessons and Carols at Martin Saints

Each year, the Martin Saints community joins together for an evening of scripture, prayer, and music. This beautiful, time-honored tradition is the perfect way to celebrate Advent well and prepare for the Christmas season. This year's event will be held at our new school location on the campus of St. Titus parish in East Norriton. Your family is cordially invited.

Location: 3006 Keenwood Road, East Norriton, PA 19403

December 14th, 7:00 PM
Event: Festival of Lessons and Carols
Join us for a heartwarming hour of Christmas and Advent carols and readings about the birth of Christ. The evening will feature moving selections brought to us by our four vocalists, accompanied by organ, piano, violin and brass. A wine and cheese social will follow in the vestibule. Consider this your personal invitation to escape from rushing around and join us in a candlelit setting.
Location: Saint Anastasia Church, 3301 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073
Music Director: Joe Holden
To learn more: Email Theresa Haggerty, thaggerty@saintannies.org

Saturday, December 16, 2023 7:00-9:00pm

Living Drive-thru Nativity

Come experience the miracle of the Christmas story presented with live characters and animals. Plus receive a bag of homebaked Christmas cookies! This is a free event.

Location: Grounds of Nativity of Our Lord Parish. 605 West Street Rd., Warminster, PA 18974.

More info contact: Ann Marie Gervino, agervino@noolp.org

Saturday, December 16, 2023 – 9am-3:30pm

Event: Advent Day of Recollection, “The O Antiphons”

This day of recollection includes Mass, Confessions, personal prayer time, Eucharistic Adoration and spiritual conferences.

Retreat Director: Mother Maria Catherine of the Parish Visitors of Mary Immaculate

Location: Drexel Hall, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia (free parking available)

More info: View the flyer; All are welcome, lay, religious and clergy; Contact Sr. Gabrielle Mary to register at sr.gbraccio@archphila.org or 215-587-3795

Sunday, December 17, 2023 (12:30 PM to 2:00 PM)

Event: Children’s Advent Celebration

Celebrate the Third Sunday of Advent with some fun and faith-filled activities at the National Centre for Padre Pio. Invite your young children, grandchildren, Godchildren, or nieces and nephews. Older siblings are welcome to join their younger siblings to act as their Guardian Angel. We’ll view a movie on the big screen, read a story, enjoy a “Meet and Greet” with Saint Nicholas, complete a simple Advent craft project, and eat a sweet treat! There is no cost to attend this Advent Celebration for Children; however, it is a ticketed event. Register at www.padrepio.org by clicking on the event calendar for December 17^th. Registration opens on November 17^th.

Location: National Centre for Padre Pio – 111 Barto Road – Barto, PA

More Information: Contact angela@padrepio.org

Tuesday, December 19 - 12:45-1:45 p.m. (business meeting and speaker on Zoom)

Event: Serra Club of Philadelphia Zoom Meeting

Join the Serra Club of Philadelphia for its monthly meeting with an inspirational Catholic guest speaker.

Topic: “Living the 800-Year Nativity Message: St. Francis of Assisi, Our Holy Family, and Christ’s Coming.”

Speaker: Rev. Michael Della Penna, OFM, Ph.D., Pastor, St. Leonard of Port Maurice Parish (Boston, North End) and Spiritual Director, Silent Children’s Mission;

Franciscan Friar Michael Della Penna will speak from St. Leonard’s Church about the annual Christmas tradition created in Greccio, Italy, in 1223 by the founder of his religious order and of the religious community represented by our Serra Club patron, St. Junipero Serra.

Note: Special meeting time beginning at 12:45 p.m., speaker immediately following at approximately 1:00 p.m.

More Information: Contact communications@serraclubphilly.org or visit website at serraclubphilly.org. Zoom link will be sent to existing distribution list, with access also offered for this meeting to any additional visitors by email request to patricia.canning@comcast.net. All are invited and encouraged to attend this Advent-inspired meeting.

December 29^th-31^st Friday 5:00 pm – Sunday 1:00 pm

Event: New Years Young Adult Retreat with CFRs

Young Adults in their 20s & 30s are all welcome to Malvern Retreat House for a weekend retreat with the CFR Brothers and Sisters to close out 2023 with praise and thanksgiving and prepare for a new year with the aid of prayer, fellowship, reflection and divine grace. The weekend will include talks, testimonies and music from the CFR Franciscans, Holy Mass, Confession, Eucharistic Adoration, group discussion, a bonfire, and time for silence and solitude amidst the peaceful grounds and beauty of Malvern Retreat House. Come, be filled anew with the Holy Spirit and enjoy the company of friends during the final days of Christmas and 2023!

Cost: $175 (includes meals & lodging; scholarship is available)

Location: St. Joseph’s Hall, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA 19355

More Information: Visit malvernretreat.com/calendar or contact at pland@malvernretreat.com or 484-321-2538 - View Flyer

Begins January 2024
Event: The Institute for Christian Formation
The Institute for Christian Formation (ICF) at the School of Theological Studies at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary seeks to provide participants with an opportunity to enhance their understanding of Catholic doctrine as found in the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” and is an invitation to ongoing conversion of heart in the company of brothers and sisters sharing a desire to grow in faith. ICF has in-person sessions on eight Thursday evenings each Spring and Fall. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of all four seasons. A new group will begin in January 2024.
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, 100 E. Wynnewood Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096
More info: Registration is now open. Please visit:
https://www.scs.edu/school-of-theological-studies/institute-for-christian-formation/to register. Please contact the School of Theological Studies at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary at 610-785-6287 or by email at sts@scs.edu with any questions or for more information. The cost is $260.00 per season.

January 1 Sunday, New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2023

11:00 PM Holy Hour with Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament in the Cathedral Basilica

Monday, New Year’s Day, January 1, 2024

12:00 AM Midnight, Solemn Mass in the Cathedral Basilica

Celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God -

ALL YOUNG ADULTS WELCOME

New Year’s Party follows Mass in Drexel Hall

Thursday, January 11, 2024 – 6-9pm

Event: Missionary Disciple Skill Series: How to Pray with Someone

Every missionary disciple needs to be equipped with skills that will help us more intentionally accompany others into personal friendship with Jesus. One of those skills is the readiness to pray spontaneously with someone for their needs and intentions. Instead of saying, “I’ll pray for you,” we want to be ready to say, “Can I pray with you right now for that?” Join us for a training that will teach you this skill and give you a greater comfort level with praying with others. Sponsored by: Office for Ministry with Youth and Office for the New Evangelization

Facilitator: Meghan Cokeley, Office for the New Evangelization

Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center Auditorium, 222 N. 17^th Street, Philadelphia 19103

More info: For more details about the workshop, view the flyer; No cost to attend, but please click here to register or visit https://phillyomy.org/event/intercessory-prayer-training/

Date: Sunday, January 14 to Monday, January 22, 2024 (Following the 3:00 PM Chaplet of Divine Mercy)

Event: Novena to Three American Saints for Life

Saints Elizabeth Ann Seton, Frances Cabrini, and John Neumann are powerful witnesses to the Gospel of Life, each in their own time. This novena suggests three days of prayer to each of the saints for the promotion of life in our country and our Church today. Pray this novena along with us either in person at the National Centre for Padre Pio or via livestream on Facebook or YouTube.

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PadrePioInc

YouTube: https://YouTube.com/@PadrePioInc

Location: National Centre for Padre Pio – 111 Barto Road – Barto, PA

More Information: Flyer Attached

Sunday, January 28th, 2024, 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Event: Martin Saints Classical High School Open House

Kick off Catholic Schools' Week with a visit to Martin Saints at our new location!

Martin Saints is a private Catholic high school currently located in Oreland, PA and moving to the campus of St. Titus parish in East Norriton in Summer 2024. As a member of the Chesterton Schools Network, MSC provides a rigorous, integrated curriculum taught through the lens of the Catholic faith. Our mission is to pass the Catholic faith to the next generation. Our goal is not merely academic excellence, but to cultivate love for all that is good, true, and beautiful. Daily worship and the classical liberal arts are at the core, centering everything we do. Additionally, our curriculum integrates craftsmanship, service learning, the fine arts, and outdoor adventure. Come and visit us to learn more -- you are most welcome!

Location: 3006 Keenwood Road, East Norriton, PA 19403

Register: www.whymsc.org/admission/#events

January - March 2024

Event: Come and See Weekends for Men Discerning a Call to the Priesthood

Come & See events offer men (high school and post-high school) considering a vocation the opportunity to visit the St. Charles Borromeo Seminary to see what seminary life is like and explore a possible call to the priesthood.

Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood

More info: Visit https://heedthecall.org/comeandsee/ or contact Fr. David Friel, Vocations Director, fr.dfriel@archphila.org

February 16 - 18, 2024

Event: Retrouvaille: Rediscover the Love in Your Marriage

Some couples feel lonely, frustrated, or angry in their marriage, often feeling shut off from one another. Other couples experience severe conflict and never-ending arguments. Retrouvaille offers hope for all these marriages by teaching couples to communicate in a deeper, more meaningful way, healing hurts and rebuilding trust and intimacy. No relationship is beyond help.

Location: Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA

More Information: Visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215 766 3944 or 800 470 2230. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

2024 Spring Semester
Event: The School of Theological Studies Online MA Course Moral Theology
The Graduate Program at the School of Theological Studies (STS) at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary consists of 36 credits in Catholic theology plus comprehensive examinations. Once accepted into the program students can work at their own pace to complete the required 36 credits consisting of ten (10) required courses and two (2) elective courses. Up to three (3) graduate courses may be taken through our Single Course Application before officially applying to the MA program.
Location: Online
More info: Please visit
https://www.scs.edu/school-of-theological-studies/master-of-arts-in-theology/online-ma-program/ to apply to the MA Online Program or to complete the Single Course Application. Please contact the School of Theological Studies at 610-785-6287 or by email at sts@scs.edu with any questions. The tuition per online graduate course is $1,500.00 plus $105.00 student fee per semester.

2023 Workshops for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Lectors

Presented by: Rev. G. Dennis Gill, Office for Divine Worship, Archdiocese of Philadelphia

More info: For the current schedule, click here; Please register by sending an email to worship@archphila.org. In your message, please include your name, home parish and the workshop/date for which you would like to register.

Every Wednesday and Second Saturday, 12-1 PM

Event: Lunch in the Park with Christ in the City

Join Christ in the City missionaries as we serve over 50+ men and women experiencing homelessness, building relationships while enjoying lunch.

Every Wednesday, 12-1 PM on the lawn next to the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia (required training for new volunteers begins at 11:15 AM)
Second Saturdays, 12-1 PM on Logan Square (required training for new volunteers begins at 10 AM)

More info: Registration is required and all new volunteers must attend a training prior to the event. Full details and registration available at: https://christinthecity.org/philadelphia-lunch-in-the-park/

Ongoing Event: Exposition of Sacred Relics

Pray in the presence of over 200 Sacred Relics, such as The True Cross of Our Lord, The Cloak of St. Joseph, St. Augustine, St. Teresa of Calcutta, Pope John Paul II, Ven, Fulton Sheen and many others.

Location: Holy Martyrs Catholic Church, 120 Allison Road, Oreland, PA 19075
More Information: Contact the parish office, 215-884-8575 or holymartyrschurch@gmail.com to arrange for your group, parish or school.

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)

First Fridays at 7:00PM

Event: Mass and Healing Service @ the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA

Description: Following Mass, there will be Praise & Worship, Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, and Healing Prayer Service. This is a special opportunity to encounter Jesus and invite the Holy Spirit to touch you deeply and heal those emotional, mental, physical, relational, or spiritual places that are in need of God’s healing graces. All are welcome!

Questions: Email rafal@czestochowa.us Call: 215-345-0600 or Flyer