November 26, 2019, 7:00 PM
Event: Catholic Grandparents Association Chapter Meeting
All are welcome to join us for our monthly Catholic grandparents association meeting. This month's topic is "the grace of being a grandparent."
To learn more and to register: Email Marti Rodgers at mrodger49@comcast.net
Location: St. Monica Parish, Berwyn, PA (Hagenbach Room-gym entrance)
Speakers include: Deacon Al and Sue Mauriello
November 28, 2019, 2:00 PM
Event: FREE Thanksgiving Dinner at Nativity Parish in Warminster
A full turkey dinner with all of the trimmings is being prepared by volunteers to share with those who are unable to be with their family or friends at this time. Come and celebrate the joy of giving thanks for all of God’s blessings. Come feast with Our Family!
Location: Nativity of Our Lord Parish Community Center 605 West Street Rd., Warminster, PA 18974
To learn more: Please call ahead to reserve your seat 215-675-1925, as soon as possible since seating is limited, but no later than Nov. 18. There is no charge for this meal. View the Flyer
December 1-3, 2019
Event: Cathedral 40 Hours Eucharistic Devotion
Join us for Mass and Eucharistic adoration during the Cathedral Parish's 40 Hours Devotion. Come and spend quiet time with the Lord and let Him give you His peace! This is a beautiful way to start your Advent.
Preacher: Fr. Giles Dimock, O.P.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: All are welcome; View the flyer
Monday, December 2nd, 6:00 PM
Event: How to Protect Our Kids in the Internet Age by Integrity Restored
Join us for an evening discussion about the pervasiveness of pornography and how you can be better equipped to protect and nurture children of all ages in today's world. Adoration is at 6:00 pm followed by the presentation at 6:30 pm. The evening will conclude at 7:30 with discussion, Q&A and dessert.
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Church, Springfield
To learn more: View the Flyer
Monday, December 2 and Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 7-8 PM
Event: Forty Hours talk with Fr. David O'Brien on "The Question We Ask Along the Way: From Emmaus to the Eucharist"
Join St. Andrew's Parish during its Forty Hours Event for three evenings of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and presentations by Fr. O'Brien on Monday and Tuesday evenings.
Location: St. Andrew Catholic Church, Newtown, PA
Speaker: Rev. David O'Brien
To learn more: Visit the website: http://www.standrewnewtown.com/
Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 7:30 PM
Event: Young Adult International Rosary and Christmas Party
As we begin our Advent journey, let us come together and ask our Blessed Mother to intercede for us and for everyone around the world with a special International rosary. Each decade will be recited in a different language. (If you know how to pray the rosary in a different language and would like to lead a decade of the rosary, please let us know!) We will then meet in the Lower Shrine for a Christmas Party with a “White Elephant” Gift exchange (if you would like to participate, please bring a gift worth at least $10).
Location: The Miraculous Medal Shrine, Philadelphia, PA
To learn more: Visit the website: https://cammonline.org/prayer-ministry/youngadult/
Saturday, December 7th, 8:30-3:00 PM
Event: Advent Day of Reflection
This year's retreat theme is "The People Who Walked in Darkness Have Seen a Great Light." The day will include conferences, quiet time, confession, Daily Mass, lunch and light refreshments throughout the day.
Location: Franciscan Spiritual Center, 609 S. Convent Road, Aston, Pa 19014
Facilitators: Monsignor John Jagodzinski and Dr. Cookie Magee
Saturday, December 7th, 9:45 AM
Event: Our Lady of Guadalupe, Her Message, and the Tilma of St. Juan Diego
Massimo Paris, Shroud and Our Lady of Guadalupe researcher and lecturer, will present a special presentation. A life-size replica of the Tilma and the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe will be displayed.
Location: Assumption B.V.M. Parish, 300 State Road, West Grove, PA 19390.
More Info: There is no entrance fee; a freewill donation will be collected. For any questions, please contact Massimo Paris at 610-356-6778, or at shroud.massimo@yahoo.com
Saturday, December 7, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Event: Women's Advent Reflection: "Am I not Your Mother? Finding Hope in the Beauty of Our Lady"
Join us for a morning of discussion, dance performance, and prayer with original sacred art paintings by Kate Capato. Kate will share about the power of authentic beauty in our lives to discover our identity and calling in Christ, as Our Lady did.
Location: St. Andrew Olde Church, 135 S. Sycamore St; Newtown PA
Speaker/Sacred Artist: Kate Capato; Meditation Music by Pawel Machura
To learn more: Visit the website: http://www.standrewnewtown.com/
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/
Saturday, December 7, 6:00-8:30 PM
Event: For Married Couples, 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 all married couples. 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, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Location: Annunciation BVM Parish Hall, Havertown
More info: This free presentation is 2 hours including a break and time for Q&A. View the flyer. Please RSVP to Mary Barry at marybarryjmj@gmail.com.
Sunday, December 8, 2019, 1:00-4:00 PM (Tours) 4:00 PM (concert)
Event: 32nd Annual Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Open House and Christmas Concert
The afternoon will begin with seminarian led tours of the campus and art collection including the international Christmas Creche display and Papal artifacts. Tours last one hour and begin at 1:00 p.m. The Christmas Concert, which begins at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Saint Martin of Tours, will feature the musicians and choir of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary. All are welcome to attend. There will be a free-will offering during the concert to benefit a charity selected by the seminarians.
Location: Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, 100 East Wynnewood Road
Wynnewood, PA 19096
Sunday, December 8, 2019, 3:00-5:00 PM
Event: Cathedral Choir Christmas Concert
Come and pause for an afternoon of reflection and prayer in anticipation of the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Repertoire to include “Seek Him that Maketh the Seven Stars,” the riveting “In Splendoribus Sanctorum,” Sir Christemas, the Advent Responsory and much more! As always, we will perform some holiday favorites for all to join in singing. A small chamber ensemble consisting of a full brass, string quartet, organ and timpani will accompany this splendid performance.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: Tickets must be purchased; View the website for tickets and details
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 , 8 PM Procession; 9 PM Mass
Event: Procession and Mass in Honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Join us as we fill the Cathedral to honor the patroness of the Americas, Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Celebrant: Bishop Edward Deliman, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the Save the Date
Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 7:30 PM
Event: “The Spirit of Christmas” starring The New York Tenors at The Miraculous Medal Shrine
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at the Shrine. There's no better way to prepare for Christmas than letting the music and voices of the New York Tenors permeate your heart and soul.
Location: The Miraculous Medal Shrine, Philadelphia, PA
To learn more/for tickets: Visit the website: https://cammonline.org/news-events/newyorktenors/
December 12th at 7:00 PM
Event: The Shroud of Turin and the Tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Two Miraculous Images (Power Point Presentation).
Presenter: Massimo Paris, Shroud and Our Lady of Guadalupe researcher and lecturer.
Location: Annunciation B.V.M. Parish, 401 Brookline Blvd., Havertown, PA 19083.
More information: A life-size replica of the Shroud, and of the Tilma with the Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, will be displayed. There is no entrance fee; a basket will be available for those who may wish to make a freewill donation. For any questions, please contact Massimo Paris at 610-356-6778, or at shroud.massimo@yahoo.com
Various dates/locations
Event: SoulCore
SoulCore is a movement that pairs core strengthening, stretching and functional movement with the prayers of the rosary. A sensory experience combining candlelight, music, scripture and movement to nourish body, mind & soul and encourage deeper reflection on the virtues of the rosary. A beautiful alternative to yoga. Please bring an exercise mat, water and wear comfortable clothing. Classes are free.
Leader: Nicky Verna
Locations and dates: Friday, December 13th - 9:30am - St. Thomas of Villanova, Rosemont Chapel Auditorium and/or Saturday, December 14 - 9am - St. Ann Parish, Phoenixville
Saturday, December 14, 2019, 9:00-3:30 PM
Event: FREE Advent Retreat
All the faithful of the Archdiocese are welcome to attend an Advent retreat and luncheon sponsored by the Office of Consecrated Life. There will be a variety of speakers, mass, time for confession, adoration and benediction. There is no charge for this event.
Speaker: Sr. Sara Butler, MSBT
Topic: The Three Comings of Christ
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul, Philadelphia, PA
To learn more: View the flyer; Questions? Contact sr.gbraccio@archphila.org or 215-587-3795
Saturday December 21st , 6:30 PM
Event: Sisters of Life "Glory Night" Holy Hour with praise and adoration
Please join us every third Saturday of the month for our Glory nights of music and adoration at St. Malachy's Church. Our next Holy Hour will be on Saturday, Dec. 21st at 6:30pm followed by a social. Here in this little corner of Philly, Our God will be loved and worshiped.
Location: St. Malachy's Church, 1429 N. 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
More inf0: Free and open to the public. All are welcome!
December 30, 2019-January 3, 2020
Event: FOCUS Making Missionary Disciples Conference
At SLS20, you’ll meet Catholics who have accepted the challenge of missionary discipleship themselves. You’ll learn from them how to take the next step in your faith journey while accompanying others in theirs. Throughout this five-day event, you’ll spend time in prayer and fellowship, experience top-notch entertainment and come away with a game plan for bringing yourself, your campus, your parish, your ministry and your community closer to Christ.
Speakers: Father Michael Gaitley, Sister Miriam James, Curtis Martin, Damon Owens and many more!
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Friday, January 10 – Saturday Jan 11, 2020
Event: Hope Blooms Healing Retreat
This retreat is for any woman healing from betrayal, trauma, abuse or emotional wounding. Come, as we walk on sacred ground together to share our stories, strengthen spiritually, and immerse ourselves in the healing love of our Lord. The retreat includes opportunities for individual healing work, teachings on the 5 Keys of Unbound, personal reflection time, Mass, Adoration, Confession and more.
Speakers: Retreat leaders: Father Allen Hoffa, De Yarrison of You Are Made New Ministry and Laura Ercolino of Bloom for Catholic Women.
Location: Mariawald Renewal Center in Reading PA
Wednesday, January 22, 2020 9:15-10:45 AM or 7:00-8:30 PM
Event: Bishop Barron's Letter to a Suffering Church Discussion Group
Feeling hurt, angry, or demoralized about the sexual abuse crisis plaguing the Catholic Church? Join us for a discussion of the book, "Letter to a Suffering Church" by Bishop Robert Barron. All those registering for this book club receive a free copy of the book (while supplies last).
Location: Saint Maria Goretti Parish Center, 1601 Derstine Road Hatfield, PA 19440
To Register: Contact Angela.McClellan@stmariagoretti.net or 215-721-0199 (ext. 202) or fill out the form attached to the flyer; View the Flyer
Thursday Evenings, January 23-February 27, 2020, 7:00-8:30 PM
Event: Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) Discovery Facilitator Training
This course is for parish representatives who are making the decision to move forward with CCO at their parish.
Location: Church of St. Joseph (Lower Church Hall), 3255 Concord Rd., Aston, PA (enter lower hurch through rear, ground floor doors)
Cost: $10 for participant guide only; $22 for Leader's Guide and participant guide
RSVP: By Jan. 3, 2020 to Gina Mesko, Disciplship Coordinator, Office for the New Evanglization, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, gmesko@archphila.org
Saturday, February 1, 2020, 9:00-12:00 PM
Event: Chosen: Daughters, Sisters, Warriors Retreat
We can get caught up in the noise of our hurried, unfulfilling and hyper-sexualized culture, becoming disconnected from the truth of who God says we are: beloved and chosen, of infinite value and undeniable dignity. Come spend the day with us as we: remember our feminine genius, understand common spiritual obstacles we encounter as women, talk about our Blessed Mother’s role in protecting and strengthening us and gain tools to stand and stay in the Father’s blessing.
Conference team: Father Stephen DeLacy, De Yarrison, Jenn Lozano and Megan Murphy
Location: Pope John Paul II High School in Royersford, PA
Friday-Sunday, Feb 21-23, 2020
Event: Retrouvaille for Stressed or Troubled Marriages
A healing program that offers a welcoming and loving space to married couples who have been living with the misery of a failing marriage. Retrouvaille offers hope that it is not too late for a different and better marriage.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center, 315 S. Warren Avenue Malvern, PA 19355
More info: https://www.helpourmarriage.org/
First Thursdays of the Month through May 7, 2020, 6:30-8:30 PM
Event: FREE! Women's Evenings of Reflection (Mini-Retreats)
Women's Evenings of Reflection with retreat director, Father Scott Reilly, will be offered the first Thursdays of the month through May 2020 (no meeting in January).Come refresh your soul each month by setting aside a few hours with Christ. The theme for the year is the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Evenings begin with Mass, followed by supper, reflection and a personal testimony. Come to just one evening or as many as you choose. All are welcome!
Retreat Director: Fr. Scott Reilly, Legionaires of Christ
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.
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