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Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas
A Problem Brought to Light...
Over the past few years, many of our parishes have conducted the Disciple Maker Index survey from the the Catholic Leadership Institute in order of gather important information about the spiritual state of our local Church.Looking at the data from over 17,000 survey responses from local ArchPhilly Catholics, a serious problem has been brought to light about our discipleship and the practice of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation here in the Archdiocese.
Please take 18 minutes to watch the video above in which Meghan Cokeley, Director of the Office for the New Evangelization explains the data, what it is telling us and why it is critical for us to address this problem.
Then, take a moment to fill out the survey below, "When is the best time to offer Confession?"
- Survey in English: https://form.jotform.com/91924118712153
- Encuesta en español: https://form.jotform.com/92053396333154
Office for the New Evangelization
Upcoming Events
What Can We Do?
The Role of the Laity in a Time of Crisis
As the Church undergoes this period of profound crisis, many of us feel helpless as we watch a drama unfold that we can do nothing about. But the truth is that we are not powerless. The history of the Church tells us that lay people have a role to play in the Church’s times of turmoil. Join us for an evening of reflection on the mission of the laity in times of ecclesial crisis and learn what you can do to cooperate with Christ’s action to purify and heal His Church.
Dates/Locations:
Tues, Sept 17 at 7 PM - St. Stanislaus, Lansdale
Tues, Sept 24 at 7 PM - St. Catherine of Siena, Horsham
Mon, Oct 7 at 7 PM - St. Andrew Olde Church, Newtown
Mon, Nov 4 at 7 PM - Mother Boniface Ctr, Philadelphia
Tues, Nov 12 at 7:15 PM – Nativity, Warminster
Wed, Nov 20 at 7:00 PM - St. Bede, Holland
Tues, Sept 17 at 7 PM - St. Stanislaus, Lansdale
Tues, Sept 24 at 7 PM - St. Catherine of Siena, Horsham
Mon, Oct 7 at 7 PM - St. Andrew Olde Church, Newtown
Mon, Nov 4 at 7 PM - Mother Boniface Ctr, Philadelphia
Tues, Nov 12 at 7:15 PM – Nativity, Warminster
Wed, Nov 20 at 7:00 PM - St. Bede, Holland
Fruit that Will Last:
Cultivating the Mission of Disciple-Making in Your Parish
Join us for a workshop with internationally-renowned author and speaker, Sherry Weddell, on how to move your parish out of the “business as usual” mentality and into a community that is “on fire for mission.” This workshop is designed for clergy, parish councils, ministry leaders and anyone who desires to see a culture of missionary disciple-making take root in their parish.
Monday, October 14, 2019 – 9 AM-3:30 PM
Check-in & breakfast begin at 8 AM.
Lunch will be served.
Check-in & breakfast begin at 8 AM.
Lunch will be served.
Speaker
Sherry Weddell, author of Forming Intentional Disciples
Location
St. Monica Parish, Berwyn, PA
Registration
$45.00 per person
Around the Archdiocese...
Below you will find great Catholic events taking place 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 phillyevang@archphila.org for consideration. Events must be received by the 23rd of each month.
Tuesday, August 27, 2019 - 7:00-8:30 PM
Event: The Cardinals' Forum - "Empty Pews" and the Future of Catholic Parishes
An annual gathering that advances the academic formation of seminary students and provides continuing education for the lay faithful about a topic of contemporary concern
Speakers: Dr. John Haas, Fr. Thomas Dailey, OSFS, Dr. Nathan Knutson, Archbishop Charles Chaput OFM Cap
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Vianney Hall Auditorium, Wynnewood
More info: View the flyer
Weds September 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2019, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Event: Real Suffering, A Four-Week Study
Why do we suffer so much in this life? What is the purpose and meaning of our trials? How can we find hope and healing amidst our sorrow? This four week study seeks to answer these difficult questions.
Location: Saint Maria Goretti Parish Center, Hatfield, PA
More info: Cost is $15.00; View the flyer
Thursday, September 5, 4:00 p.m.
Event: "Liberty in the Things of God: The Christian Origins of Religious Freedom"
One of the leading historians of Christianity, Robert Louis Wilken, will lecture on his recent book, a sweeping reassessment of religious freedom, from the Church Fathers to John Locke.
Lecturer: Robert Louis Wilken, William R. Kenan, Jr. Emeritus Professor, University of Virginia
Location: Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
More information & registration: Click here
Friday, September 6, 2019, 7:00 PM
Event: First Friday Holy Hour: Consoling the Heart of Jesus
Join the Sisters of Life every first Friday for a holy hour of reparation and prayers for healing of the Church.
Location: St. Malachy's Church, 1429 N. 11th Street, Philadelphia
More info: No registration required; all are welcome!
Saturday, September 7, 2019, 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Event: Gender Matters – Fighting for the Integrity of Persons
Please join us as we discover together the compassion and clarity of Jesus for persons facing sexual identity problems. The Father designed us and Jesus redeems us. His redeeming love ushers in the splendid challenge of becoming whole: men and women who are integrating the powers of life and love in our lives, one day at a time.
Speakers: Andrew Comiskey and Desert Stream Ministries
Location: St. Katherine of Siena Parish, Wayne PA
More info: The parish Mass at 8AM is open to participants. Please register at: https://gendermattersphilly.eventbrite.com
Monthly meetings, various times and locations
Event: Nourish for Caregivers meeting
Nourish for Caregivers is for anyone juggling the challenges of everyday life, health, career and caring for a loved one, whether it be a loved one with a disability, an ill or aging parent, spouse, friend or grandparent, in town or at a distance. Nourish for Caregivers provides caregivers a faith perspective, as well as practical and emotional supports, useful tools, and shared experiences. Meeting options:
- First Saturdays, 10:00 AM-11:30 AM at St. John Chrysostom, Wallingford PA
- Second Thursdays, 10 AM-11:30 AM at St. Anastasia in Newtown Square
- Third Saturdays, 10:00 AM-11:30 AM, Nativity BVM, Media
More info: No charge, walk-ins welcome, Questions? Contact Aimee at 610-724-8950 or aimeegustitis@outlook.com
Four Tuesdays beginning September 10, 2019, 7-8:30 PM
Event: Tea with Therese
Learn how to live the Little Way of Spiritual Childhood and have fun at the same time! The evenings include tea, treats, small group discussion, and lots of fun with fellow devotees of the Little Flower! The same course will also be taught on-line on Thursday evenings from 8-9 p.m. beginning Sept 13.
Speaker: Susan Brinkmann, OCDS of the Catholic Life Institute
Location: Fatima House in Bedminster, PA
More info: Visit https://www.catholiclifeinstitute.org/calendar/special-events/ to learn more and to register!
Tuesdays 9:30-11am - September 10, 2019 - November 26, 2019
Event: From Genesis to Jesus (Bible Study)
This 12-week study by the St. Paul Center (Scott Hahn) will guide us through the Bible from Genesis to Jesus. We will trace the story of salvation by delving into the Word of God as we learn to read scripture with the Church.
Location: St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2400 N. Providence Road, Media, Pa 19063
St. Francis Room located under the church. Coffee & light fare at each session
More Info: Workbook Cost: $25 (payable at the first session)
Please contact Nicky Verna - nicky@verna.com (610-639-3816) Reservation is required.
Thursdays beginning September 12, 2019 at 6:30 pm
Event: Discovering Christ
The Evangelization Team of St. Kevin, St. Francis, and Holy Cross Parishes will be presenting the nationally recognized and Archdiocesan approved program, Discovering Christ. The program is designed for all who desire to learn more about the Catholic Faith, whether they are already practicing Catholics, inactive Catholics, or persons seeking to learn more about the Faith. Please join us on this journey!
Location: Holy Cross Parish Center, Springfield (Delaware County)
To learn more: Registration: email discoveringchristinspringfield@gmail.com Call or text: 484-868-8571 with Name, Phone Number & Parish.
Five Thursdays starting Sept 12, 2019 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Event: We Thirst: Christian Reflections on Addiction
All are invited to experience an inspirational and educational series that fosters mercy, faith, hope and love. Expand your knowledge and your heart through these sessions!
Speaker: Nina Marie Corona
Location: St. Pius X Parish, 220 Lawrence Rd, Broomall, PA
For more information: Cost is $20, inclusive of all 5 sessions; View the flyer
Friday PM, September 13, 2019 to Sunday AM, September 15, 2019
Event: Marian Movement of Priests Lay Retreat
The schedule will follow the format of a cenacle and include the recitation of the Holy Rosary prayed throughout the day, and the reading and meditation on Our Lady’s messages. Daily Mass will be celebrated, and the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for Eucharistic Adoration.
Location: Malvern Retreat House - Malvern, PA
Retreat Master: Fr. Gerry McCloskey Belfast, Ireland - Fr. Gerry hopes to remind us of the light-filled way along which all of us must walk in order to live the consecration which we have made to her Immaculate Heart.
To register, go to: www.malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400; FMI, call MMP Headquarters: (207) 398-3375
September 14 & 15, 2019
Event: Padre Pio Festival
Join us for a weekend of prayer and worship along with music and fun festivities for the whole family in honor of one of the Church's most powerful saints, Padre Pio!
Location: St. Bede the Venerable Parish, Holland, PA
More info: https://padrepiofestivalhollandpa.com/
Sunday, September 15, 2019, 2:00 PM-4:30 PM
Event: Mini-Conference on Marriage
Join us during the third and final year of the Archbishop’s Remain in My Love initiative! At this mini-conference, national Catholic speakers will present the splendor of Christ’s teachings on the high dignity of the vocation of marriage and Christian family life. This event is for everyone!
Speaker: Fr. Dennis Gill, Megan Murphy and Damon Owens
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer here; Free & open to the public; Childcare will be provided; Free parking
Please RSVP at http://archphila.org/remain2019/
Thursday, September 19, 2019, 6:30 PM
Event: Sarah Swafford on Emotional Virtue for a Drama Free Life and Drama Free Relationships
This is a Free women’s event. Sweet treats and beverages will be offered.
Location: St. Agnes Parish Social Hall, Sellersville PA
Contact: Lesia Petrizio for details 215-804-7975
September 20, 2019 — 7:00 PM
Event: Living the Humanities: The Pleasures of the Intellectual Life
Please join the Collegium Institute for an evening conversation with Prof. Zena Hitz of St. John's College, Annapolis. We'll uncover the pleasures of the intellectual life and how to live out a life of the mind in whatever stage of life or field you find yourself in. Prof. Hitz recently received a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Summer Stipend to dive into this topic which she explores in her forthcoming book, Lost In Thought: The Hidden Pleasures of an Intellectual Life, slated for release from Princeton University Press this Spring.
Location: Amado Recital Hall, Irvine Auditorium Rm 110, 3401 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
To RSVP, please visit: https://2019livingthehumanities.eventbrite.com/?aff=archphila
Saturday, September 21, 2019, Noon-9:30 PM
Event: The AbbeyFest: Faith, Music and Family Festival
Join over 4,000 Christians for a day of music, praise, prayer, sacraments and fun at the largest Catholic music festival in the area!
Musicians: Matt Maher, Mac Powell, Hannah Schaefer and more!
Location: Daylesford Abbey, Paoli, PA
Tickets and more info: http://www.theabbeyfest.com/
Saturday, September 21, 2019, 5:30 PM
Event: Annunciation Parish Oktoberfest
Join us for an evening of Live Music from "Polkadelphia", German Food, Beer, Games, and Fun for the Whole Family
Location: Annunciation BVM Parish, Havertown
More info: Visit the website
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Event: Masculine Genius Institute Summit
Join us for the 4th annual Summit of the Masculine Genius Institute, which aims to promote serious discussion and research on Christian manliness. This year Summit presentations give an in-depth look at the difficulties shaping “The University Man” and offer positive practices as a man journeys through the academic or apprenticeship phase of adult life.
Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, 222 N 17th Street, Philadelphia
More info: View the website
Sunday, September 22, 2019, 9:30 AM
Event: Blue Mass for Law Enforcement, Firefighters and First Responders
Join us in the celebration of the Blue Mass to pray for local law enforcement officials, firefighters and first responders. We are grateful for their unwavering commitment and selfless dedication to the common good.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer
Sundays beginning September 22, 2019 – 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Event: Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition by Ascension Press, Discovering God’s Plan For Love and Life
This DVD program answers the questions your middle school children may have about sexual morality, relationships, and how they were uniquely created for greatness. This program uses a dynamic mix of stories, real-life examples, activities, prayers, and relevant references to the culture, all packed into eight life-changing lessons. Parent session on 9/22, 6 PM, followed by 8 sessions for middle school students: 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17.
Location: Holy Martyrs Church, Oreland, PA. Room 1, 2nd Floor, flag entrance.
More information: This event is free, please fill out the registration, View the trailer.
To learn more: View the flyer & registration form
Beginning the week of Sept 24, Tuesdays, 10-11:30AM and Thursdays, 7:30-9PM
Event: Foundational Bible Study for Beginners and Beyond
If you want to… • Understand the bible’s context, historicity, and interpretation according to the Catholic Church’s teaching • Be confident about using the bible to deepen your faith • Personalize the bible in your daily life …THEN YOU’VE FOUND THE RIGHT PLACE!
Location: Olde Church of St. Andrew, 135 S. Sycamore St; Newtown, PA 18902
Presenter: Rebecca Dougherty and guests
To learn more: Visit the website: www.stapn.org
Sunday, September 29, 2019, 5:15 PM Holy Hour, 6:30 PM Mass
Event: Forty Days For Life Opening Mass & Holy Hour
All are welcome to attend the Philadelphia Archdiocese’s Respect Life Sunday Celebration. Join the Holy Hour for Life led by the Sisters of Life, followed by Mass. After Mass, there will be opportunities to sign up for 40 Days for Life locations, dates and times.
Location: The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrant: Archbishop Charles Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.
More Info: Free parking available in the parking lot adjacent to the Cathedral, use entrance on 17th St. View flyer and help us to promote this event.
Tuesday Evenings, October 1-November 12, 2019, 6:30-9pm
Event: Discovering Christ (FREE-dinner included! We welcome non-parishioners)
Discovering Christ is a seven-week experience where anyone and everyone, from the baptized in the pews to the unbaptized, is invited to hear the Good News and personally encounter Jesus Christ. Discovering Christ helps people enter into or renew a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, experience the love of God the Father, and be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live as God’s children.
Location: Church of St. Joseph (Lower Church Hall), 3255 Concord Rd., Aston, PA 19014, (Enter lower church through rear, ground floor doors)
More Info: Visit the website for more on Discovering Christ. To register, email: christlife.stjoes@gmail.com
Friday October 4th - Sunday October 6th, 2019
Event: 125th Anniversary Newman Celebration
Did you know the first Newman club in the country was here in Philadelphia? Celebrate Penn Newman's long history as well as the canonization of Cardinal Newman and the inauguration of the new four story Newman Center this Oct. 4-6th! A national conference will host nationally recognized speakers and will have topics on the future of the Church and why Newman still matters, and the Saturday evening gala will be held at the Inn at Penn.
Location: The Newman Center at 111 S. 38th St | St. Agatha-St. James Parish at 3728 Chestnut St. | Inn at Penn 3600 Sansom St. - Philadelphia, PA
Speakers include: Dr. Jonathan Reyes, President John Garvey, Fr. Mike Martin, and more!
To learn more: Visit the website: https://newman.upenn.edu/newmancelebration
Saturday, October 5, 2019
Event: Hispanic Heritage Mass and Family Retreat
Retreat speakers: Lucila y Ricardo Luzondo
Location: St. Peter the Apostle Hall, Philadelphia
More info: View the newsletter
Saturday, October 5, 2019, 9 AM-8:30 PM
Event: Philadelphia Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference 2019
We invite you to celebrate with our charismatic family, our annual Catholic Charismatic Conference. Our theme this year is “Did I not tell you that if you believe you will see the glory of God?” You will experience a day of healing, refreshment, joy and empowerment through anointed praise & worship, personal prayer teams, Eucharistic adoration, benediction, & healing service. Music by Martha's House. Vigil Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Bishop Sam Jacobs. Come, praise, worship and receive!
Location: Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Essington, PA
More information: https://phillyspirit.com/philly-ccr-conference-2019broctober-5-2019
October 8, 9 & 10, 2019
Our Lady of Confidence Christian Retreat for Persons with Disabilities
A three day retreat at Malvern Retreat House has been scheduled for for adults with disabilities. The retreat is geared for adults with intellectual, physical or emotional disabilities. The retreat directors are Fr. Jim McGuinn and Fr. Mike Speziale and the theme is: We All Belong. If you or someone you know would enjoy a three day retreat that includes having your faith in God refreshed and strengthened please email OLCRetreat@gmail.com or call Malvern Retreat Center at 610-644-0400 for a brochure and registration form. The registration form is below or also on line at www.opdarchphilly.org. If you would like to be a volunteer companion on this retreat contact Jenny Mars at marsfam1@gmail.com.
More info: OLC brochure / Registration/Medical Profile Form
Thursday, October 10, 2019, 7:00 - 9:30PM
Event: Chris Stefanick - REBOOT! Live!
Featuring internationally acclaimed speaker, author and TV host Chris Stefanick, REBOOT! is the fun, inspiring and practical experience of applying the beauty and genius of the heart of the Gospel to every aspect of your life. From prayer and spirituality, to work, dating, marriage and parenting, health and more! For ages 12 and up! Order tickets online.
Location: Archbishop John Carroll High School, Radnor, PA
Speakers include: Chris Stefanick, Real Life Catholic
To learn more: Visit the website: https://reallifecatholic.com/reboot-live-participants/
Thursday, October 10, 2019, 6:30 PM
Event: Nic Frank on Reclaiming Masculine Identity
This is a free event for men. Food, beverages and desserts will be served
Location: St. Agnes Parish Social Hall, Sellersville PA
Contact: Lesia Petrizio for details 215-804-7975
Friday, October 11, 7-9:30pm
Event: Array of Hope Concert: An Evening of Faith, Hope and Love - A Musical Multimedia Experience. A FAITH- FILLED CONCERT EXPERIENCE!
The Array of Hope concert is a wide-ranging live concert experience that features multiple musical acts, motivational speakers and thought-provoking films. Array of Hope is a journey of faith, hope and love that entertains the audience, touching and transforming hearts through powerful witnessing to God’s love for us.
Location: St. Andrew Catholic Education Center, 51 Wrights Road, Newtown, PA 18940
To learn more: Visit the website: www.arrayofhope.net or www.stapn.org
October 11-12, 2019
Event: ChristLife Regional Training Conference: "Let Down your Nets!"
Learn How to Bring ChristLife Evangelization Ministry to Your Parish. This day and a half conference will provide an immersive training experience in ChristLife’s three-part evangelization process: Discovering Christ, Following Christ, and Sharing Christ. Let Down Your Nets! will help you: revitalize Catholics in the pews, reach fallen away Catholics, and evangelize the "unchurched" to Jesus Christ!
Location: St. Vincent Basilica Parish, 300 Fraser Purchase Rd., Latrobe, PA 15650.
More info & to register: CLICK HERE.
Saturday, October 12, 2019, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Event: Called and Gifted Workshop
You have received gifts in Baptism and Confirmation through which God intends His love to reach others. Come and discover these charisms in you! The Called & Gifted discernment workshop includes Church teaching on the laity and lay apostleship, the nature of charisms, call and vocation, and how to undertake the process of discerning your charisms (spiritual gifts).
Speakers: Sherry Weddell and Katherine Coolidge, Catherine of Siena Institute
Location: St. John Neumann Hall, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer; Cost is $45; More details & registration at archphila.org/gifts
Saturday, October 12, 2019 - 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Event: Unbound One-Day Conference
Come learn about the Five Keys of Unbound, a simple process of prayer that can help you unlock the power of the Gospel in your life and find greater freedom of heart.
Speakers: Neal, Janet and Matt Lozano, Heart of the Father Ministries
Location: Media Presbyterian Church, Media, PA
More info: Click here
October 12, 2019 – 7:30 pm
Event: Elisabeth von Trapp In Concert
Concert by the granddaughter of Maria and Baron von Trapp whose story inspired “The Sound of Music”
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: https://cathedralphilaconcerts.org/
Tuesday, October 15, 2019 – 7:00 PM
Event: Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter Mass in Celebration of the Canonization of Blessed John Henry Newman
Join us on Oct 15 as we celebrate the (Oct 13) canonization of John Henry Newman. This will be a Solemn Choral Mass in the Ordinariate Use of the Roman Rite with treasures of the Anglican musical patrimony including Darke's Communion in F, the hymns of Newman, and a new anthem composed for the occasion by W. J. B. Gatens.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer
Tuesday, October 22, 2019, 6:00 - 9:00pm
Event: The Gianna Center of Philadelphia Annual Gala
Please join us for a cocktail reception and Awards Presentation honoring Carl Anderson and the Knights of Columbus, The Missionary Sisters of Charity, Norristown, and Liz Parrish of the Friends of FertilityCare. Black Tie optional. The Gianna Center is dedicated to providing general gynecologic care, natural family planning education and infertility services- all while honoring the sanctity of each human life, the dignity of women and the integrity of marriage. All medical treatments are aimed at restoring the reproductive system and work cooperatively with a woman's body.
Location: The Union League of Philadelphia, Philadelphia PA
More info: https://www.phgiannacenter.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/giannaphilly/
Saturday, October 26, 2019, 9 AM-4:30 PM
Event: Catholic Women's Conference
Join over 1300 Catholic women from the greater Philadelphia area for a day of fun, friendship, faith formation and prayer. Through our 2019 theme, "Unique and Unrepeatable: Your Mission as a Catholic Woman," we will explore the amazing truth that God has given each one of us a personal and unique mission, a share in His plan to save the world.
Read the Archbishop's invitation: Column in English / Column in Spanish.
Speakers: Gloria Purvis, Mary Cruz Guzman, De Yarrison, Dr. Monique Ruberu,
Meghan Cokeley, Sue Brinkmann, Sr. Mariae Agnus Dei, S.V. and Sr. Anastasia Chiara Luce, S.V.
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA
More details and registration: www.catholicwomensconference.org
Conference flyer: English / Español
October 28, 29, 30 at 7 PM
Event: Science Tests Faith event (Designed especially for the inactive Catholics in your life - invite them to join you!)
Seeing is believing! From altar boy to party boy, from non-denominational mega church to the Roman Catholic Church, dynamic Lay Evangelist Tim Francis shares the journey that brought him back to the Church with video footage from a documentary examining amazing miracles occurring in the Church today that ultimately convicted him of the Truths of our faith. Tim’s presentation is impacting practicing, lukewarm, and fallen away Catholics of all ages in churches across the country. He will conduct his first-ever live presentation in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia on the following evenings.
Dates/Locations (same event each night):
- Monday, October 28 at 7 PM – Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Morton
- Tuesday, October 29 at 7 PM - Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Morton
- Wednesday, October 30 at 7 PM - Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Morton
Saturday, November 2, 2019, 9 AM-Noon
Event: Nourish for Caregivers Workshop
Parish Disability Contacts/Advocates, ministry leaders and interested individuals are invited to learn about Nourish for Caregivers, a Christ-centered ministry that supports the practical and spiritual needs of parishioners caring for loved ones whether it be a family member with a disability, an aging or ill parent, spouse, friend or grandparent.
Speaker: Archdiocesan Nourish coordinator, Aimee Gustitis, BSN, RN, JD
More info: Nourish Workshop Flyer / Nourish Workshop Registration; Questions? Call 215-587-3530 or email opd@archphila.org
Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 - 2:30 pm
Event: Duruflé Requiem Mass
The Cathedral Parish invites you to gather in communal remembrance of our loved ones who have gone before us. The liturgical music ministry wishes to remember and pray for our deceased loved ones with Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem, to be sung as part of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. In addition to inviting people to come to this Mass, we are also offering the opportunity for people to add the name(s) of deceased loved ones to the In Memoriam section of the Liturgy Guide for this Mass by making a donation towards to the music for this Mass.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: http://cathedralphila.org/music/durufle-requiem-mass/
Wednesday, November 6, 2019, 7-9 PM
Event: Five Keys to Freedom: Unlocking the Power of the Gospel in Your Life
Come learn about the Five Keys of Unbound, a simple process of prayer that will help you unleash the liberating power of the Gospel into your life and find greater freedom. This presentation is for everyone. It can be especially helpful for situations such as: relationship problems, habitual sin, chronic anger, fear, sadness, or other areas of life where you feel "stuck" and unable to move forward.
Speaker: Meghan Cokeley, Director, Office for the New Evangelization & Archdiocesan Unbound Ministry, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
More info and RSVP: phillyevang.org/events; This free presentation is 2 hours including a break and time for Q&A. View the flyer
Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Event: PURIFIED - a Life Changing Event for Families with Jason Evert
Teens and parents, are you looking for answers? JASON EVERT HAS BROUGHT HIS MESSAGE TO OVER A MILLION TEENAGERS ON SIX CONTINENTS.
Come to a family-based event for parents and teens ages 13+ to learn about God’s plan for human sexuality. The presentation will be followed by a time of praise and worship, adoration and the sacrament of reconciliation if desired. Free resources will be distributed to every attendee. This kind of opportunity does not come along often so spread the word and get your tickets soon!
Location: Saints Simon and Jude Church, 8 Cavanaugh Court (Rt. 3 and 352), West Chester, PA 19382
More Info: Visit https://chastity.formstack.com/forms/west_chester for tickets or email: email@simonandjude.org
Saturday, December 7, 2019, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Event: The Seasons of Infertility: A Retreat for Women
Join other women experiencing infertility for a day of talks, personal reflection and sharing as we walk together in hope and the confidence that God is calling us to a unique fruitfulness.
Location: Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, Philadelphia, PA
Speakers include: Kimberly Henkel, PhD, Alexandra Kleineck, Ann M. Koshute, MTS, Andrea Mahoney
To learn more: Visit the website: https://springsinthedesert.org/the-seasons-of-infertility/
LOOKING AHEAD...
Nov 6, 7:30 PM - C. S. Lewis On Stage: University of PennsylvaniaDec 30-Jan 3 - FOCUS Making Missionary Disciples Conference, Phoenix, AZ
- Hope in Christ: Spiritual Support for Addiction events: archphila.org/hope
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