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33 Conwell Drive Maple Glen, PA 19002
(215) 646-4600 • (215) 646-0180 (Fax)
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Rev. Msgr. Brian P. Hennessy, Pastor
Most Rev. Timothy C. Senior, Assisting
Rev. Keith Chylinski, Assisting
Deacon John Mischler
Deacon James (JT) Toth
Mary Frances Kelly
Parish Services Director
Sandra Lowery
Business Manager
Michele Gordon Director of Religious Education
[email protected] P.R.E.P. (215) 643-7938
Jeffrey Clements
Director of Communications & IT
Fran La Noce
Parish Faith Director
Frank Stieber
Director of Music Ministry
(215) 542-8319
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PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm;
MASS SCHEDULES
Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am, 10:15 am, 12 Noon
Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 am
BAPTISMS
Contact the Rectory
CONFESSIONS
Saturday morning
following 9:00 am Mass
Saturday afternoon 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
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OUR LADY OF MERCY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL
29 Conwell Drive
Maple Glen, PA 19002
(215) 646-0150
Mr. John McGrath, Principal
January 24th, 2021 The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
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A Message from Monsignor Hennessy Dear Parishioners, This past week our nation celebrated the peaceful transfer of power as President Biden became the 46th President of the United States of America. As with all inaugurations, it is a moment of reflection for our nation and an opportunity to recommit our-selves to unity of purpose and, as stated in the Declaration of Independence, to the inalienable rights of “… life, liberty and the pur-suit of happiness for all.” As we pray for our new President and Vice President, that they be true servants of our nation and that they promote the dig-nity of each person, especially the most vulnerable among us, including the unborn, may we make these words of Archbishop John Carroll our own. He composed this prayer for the inauguration of our first President, George Washington. We pray, O almighty and eternal God, who through Jesus Christ has revealed thy glory to all nations, to preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church, being spread through the whole world, may continue with unchanging faith in the confession of your name. We pray Thee, who alone are good and holy, to endow with heavenly knowledge, sincere zeal and sanctity of life, our chief bishop, the Pope, the Vicar of Our Lord Jesus Christ, in the government of his Church; our own Bishop, all other bishops, prelates and pas-tors of the Church; and especially those who are appointed to exercise among us the functions of the holy ministry, and conduct your people into the ways of salvation. We pray O God of might, wisdom and justice, through whom authority is rightly administered, laws are enacted, and judgment de-creed, assist with your Holy Spirit of counsel and fortitude the president of these United States, that his administration may be con-ducted in righteousness and be eminently useful to your people over whom he presides; by encouraging due respect for virtue and religion; by a faithful execution of the laws in justice and mercy; and by restraining vice and immorality. Let the light of your divine wisdom direct the deliberations of Congress, and shine forth in all the proceedings and laws framed for our rule and government, so that they may tend to the preservation of peace, the promotion of national happiness, the increase of industry, sobriety and useful knowledge; and may perpetuate to us the blessing of equal liberty. We pray for the governor of this state, for the members of the assembly, for all judges, magistrates, and other officers who are ap-pointed to guard our political welfare, that they may be enabled, by your powerful protection, to discharge the duties of their respec-tive stations with honesty and ability. We recommend likewise, to your unbounded mercy, all our brethren and fellow citizens throughout the United States, that they may be blessed in the knowledge and sanctified in the observance of your most holy law; that they may be preserved in union, and in that peace which the world cannot give; and after enjoying the blessings of this life, be admitted to those which are eternal. Finally, we pray to you, O Lord of mercy, to remember the souls of your servants departed, who are gone before us with the sign of faith and repose in the sleep of peace; the souls of our parents, relatives and friends; of those who, when living, were members of this congregation, and particularly of such as are lately deceased; of all benefactors who, by their donations or legacies to this Church, witnessed their zeal for the decency of divine worship and proved their claim to our grateful and charitable remembrance. To these, O Lord, and to all that rest in Christ, grant, we beseech you, a place of refreshment, light and everlasting peace, through the same Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.
May God bless you and may he bless our nation with health and peace! Sincerely in Christ, Monsignor Hennessy
READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK Reading I: Jonah 3: 1-5, 10 The prophet, as God‘s spokesman, brings about a miraculous turnaround by the people of Nineveh. Prior to that, the city was known only for its sinful cruelty and wickedness.
Reading II: I Corinthians 7: 29-31 St. Paul believed in an imminent end of the world, so he recommends detachment from earthly ways. It would be ridiculous to maintain one‘s ―status quo‖ in such cir-cumstances.
The Gospel: Mark 1: 14-20 Jesus calls His first disciples. He was so compelling that they were immediate with their responses. Jesus describes their new life‘s work as their becoming ―fishers of men.‖
ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
(St. Alphonsus Ligouri) My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most
Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I de-sire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritu-
ally into my heart. Iembrace You as if You were already there and unite myself
wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
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PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS Austin Schultz, 2nd Lt., Captain Colleen McIntyre Osborne, Captain Andrew O‘Grady, Sgt. Kyle J. Mullen, 2nd Lt.
Gregory J. Fry, Major Matthew Miller, 1st Lt. Ryan A. Schieber, Andrew J. Urban, Captain Christopher Smith, Ensign Justin Price USN, Sgt. Michael Hiltwine, Captain Sean Milde, Daniel R. Plefka, USAF, Cpl. Mat-thew S. Leonardo, Lt. Christopher M. Boss, Capt. Thomas Nell, USMC, Eric Burns, Anthony Szczurek, Tania Szczurek, Matthew Trimborn, Major Gabriel J. Zinni, Ryan Greene, Michael McDonald, Col. John Sul-livan, Lt. Commander Thomas Luft, Lt. James D. Voter, USN, Commander Frank Walter, Commander J. Milo Sewards, USN, Captain Andrew O‘Grady, USA, Harry Kilpatrick, IV, USMC, Pvt. Joseph T. Donohue, USA Together as a parish we pray for their safety. Contact John Cavanaugh if you would like to add a name or for more information at [email protected] or 215-643-3299.
The Bread and Wine are offered in honor of Joseph Gioia
from Mom & Dad
Deceased Relatives and Friends Arthur Coroniti, Marie Donofrio, George Freeman,
Frederick Browne, Jeanne Sigg,
Maury O‘Neill, Rosemary Thompson,
Florence Finley, John J. Bunkle, George Kirsch, Stanely Weglos, Fr.
Gus Esposito, Carlo Ferraguti, William Devlin, Sr., Louis Cioci &
James Martosella
Sick Relatives, Friends and the Homebound
Marin Baumer Marguerite Bradley Johanna Brown Cathy & Angelo Caggiano Leah Carsello Ellie Chang Matt Cirillo Colleen Coll Anne Marie Davine Ron DiNicola Donnelley Family Mary Eidenshink Louis Farren Annette Feola Joseph Ferla Laura Giampa Joe Gisondi Connor Gravelle Arthur Huie Margaret Jones Mickey Kavanagh Michael & Elizabeth Leddy Edward Lieber Irma MacKenzie Bishop Robert P. Maginnis Patrick Maholland
Donald Mahon Fr. Wilfred Maloney Wendy Lewis Martin Barbara McAleer Julie McCauley Joseph McGuirman Elisabeth McLaughlin Timothy Morgan Edward Morris Jeffrey Moyer Patrick Murphy Elizabeth Anne Noll Mary Parkinson Michael Rafter Pat Reigle Michael Rockwood Edwina Selgrath Joan Schmitt Lisa Shanahan Gerard Taddei Nate Williams
If you would like someone added, returned, or taken off this list, please contact the rectory.
Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, January 23rd: Readings: Heb 9:2-3, 11-14; Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9; Mk 3:20-21 9:00 AM: Spencer Taddei—Murray Family 5:00 PM: Deceased Members of the Kane & Kazana Families—Ed & Betty Kane Sunday, January 24th: Readings: Jon 3:1-5, 10; Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; 1 Cor 7:29-31; Mk 1:14-20 8:00 AM: People of the Parish 10:15 AM: Mary Jo McNamara—Tom & Caroline Maher 12:00 PM: Jack McDonald—McDonald Family Monday, January 25th: Readings: Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18 9:00 AM: No Mass Tuesday, January 26th: Readings: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5; Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 7-8a, 10; Mk 3:31-35 9:00 AM: John Whelan—Peggy Whelan Wednesday, January 27th: Readings: Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4; Mk 4:1-20 9:00 AM: Mary Jo McNamara—Eleanor Fitzpatrick Thursday, January 28th: Readings: Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6; Mk 4:21-25 9:00 AM: Brendan Fitzpatrick—Pat Sears Friday, January 29th: Readings: Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-4, 5-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34 9:00 AM: Salvatore Viola—Frank & Vicky Moio Saturday, January 30th: Readings: Heb 11:1-2, 8 –19; Lk 1:69-70, 71-72, 73-75; Mk 4:35-41 9:00 AM: Joseph ―Joe‖ Romano—Libby Romano & Family 5:00 PM: Mary Jo McNamara—Mary Frances, Patrick, Rob, Austin, Aidan & Grace Kelly Sunday, January 31st: Readings: Dt 18:15-20; Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9; 1 Cor 7:32-35; Mk 1:21-28 8:00 AM: Sadie Smith—Mary Ann & Jerry Smith 10:15 AM: People of the Parish 12:00 PM: Vince Walters—Bob Eileen Fabiszewski
Next Sunday’s Celebrants
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January 30st and January 31st
5:00 PM: Father Keith Chylinski 8:00 AM: Father Keith Chylinski 10:15 AM: Monsignor Brian Hennessy 12:00 PM: Monsignor Brian Hennessy
Celebrants subject to change
Stewardship Report
For the Week Ending: Jan, 2, 2021 Jan 4, 2020
Sunday Collection $9,377 $11,606 Parish Giving (net of fees) 7,305 5,860
Total Weekly Collections* $16,682 $17,466
Fiscal YTD Collections* $481,018 $504,342
Christmas Collection to Date $59,305 $97,102
The generosity and support of our parishioners is
Parish Office Hours Until further notice there will be NO in person business done in the parish office. Please call the office at 215-646-4600 or email [email protected] with any re-quest for forms, Mass cards and any other busi-ness. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Prayer Minus Pizza! This virtual and in-person gathering will resume on Thursday evening, February 4, at 6:30, when Monsignor will discuss our Christmas gift book, The Search.
Saint Alphonsus Census Please remember to mail back your 2020 census form with the provided return envelope. If you have not received a census or have any questions, please contact the rectory.
A New Year Suggestion: Join BSG! What is BSG? It is the Tuesday Morning Bible Study Group. Why join BSG: because it is an opportunity to learn the scriptures without leaving the warmth of your own home. Why now? Two reasons: it is the beginning of a new year and BSG is beginning a new Catholic Bible Study program, First Corinthians: ―The Church and the Christian Community.‖ First Corinthians is an eleven session Ascension Press program that tells of the conflicts of the early Christians that in many ways resemble our struggles today. The message of St. Paul to the early Christian community in Corinth that guides and encourages them amid their problems with divisions, immorality and persecution is a much-needed message for our own times. Our sessions are in-person at 6:30 AM on Tuesday mornings (worth the sacrifice) in the Narthex and remotely on Zoom. For information call Dave White (215-601-3424) ([email protected]).
RETROUVAILLE: REDISCOVER THE LOVE IN YOUR MARRIAGE
Metanoia is an active community of Catholic young adults in western Montgomery County, PA. The group supports Catholics in their 20s and 30s who are looking to deepen their faith and meet fellow Catholics in the area. Our upcoming events are listed below and begin at 7:30pm on most Tuesdays unless otherwise noted. The next Retrouvaille program will be held in person February 12 - 14 at the Malvern Retreat House. As the current gathering restrictions in our area are frequently changing, please be sure you are sub-scribed to our newsletter to receive access to our virtual meetings and our latest information by head-ing to http://www.metanoiayoungadults.org. Questions? Contact [email protected] for more in-formation, or visit our Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/users/metanoiayoungadults).
Simplify another thing in your life and sign up for automated Parish Giving. To sign up, go to our website, www.stalphonsusparish.org, and click on the Parish Giving Icon on the sidebar. Have your bank account or credit card information available when you sign up. The program also includes holy days and second collections. Please feel free to call the rectory if you need any help.
Sweetheart Story Hour at the National Center for Padre Pio
Celebrate St. Valentine‘s Day with your favorite little sweetheart (Pre-school through Grade 2)! We‘ll read a few great stories, eat a sweet treat, and complete a fun craft project. Invite your daughter or son, grandchild, Godchild, niece, or nephew for an hour of simple grac-es that help us remember the saint who loved God and others so much that we celebrate God‘s gift of love on his feast day! Sunday, February 14, 2021—1-2PM Location: National Centre for Padre Pio; 111 Barto Road; Barto, PA 19504
FORMED—Now Easier Than Ever! Now Register Easily for FORMED Using a One-step Process: Go to stalphonsusparish.formed.org on any mobile device or computer. No parish code is neces-sary, and no fee is required. Take advantage of the many rich resources available to nurture your faith!
Prep News Confirmation preparation begins in grade 6. If you have a child in a private school who is in 6th grade, please contact Michele Gordon as soon as possible at [email protected] in order to receive important Confirmation information. For families with pre-school aged children, if you would like to receive weekly Shining Stars materials to do at home with your children, please contact Michele Gordon at [email protected].
The Holy Family: An Exemplary Model for Living a Life of Faith
Catholic Updates from Liguori Publications are concise, readable, four-page articles on topics of interest in the Church today. Please take a copy from the wall rack on the right as you leave the church. Look for new up-dates each month.
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Come Share the Word with us! Join us virtually for an opportunity to grow in faith as we share the readings of the upcoming weekend and talk with one another about the meaning and message of those readings in our daily lives. We meet on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:00. To receive a Zoom link, contact Mauri McKee at [email protected]
Young Adult Retreat February 5 - 7, 2021
Marianist Family Retreat Center Cape May Point, NJ 08212
Come join other young adults (ages 22-35) married or single, to take a step back from our busy lives. This will be a time to examine your personal faith and your rela-tionship with God, your family members and yourself. Our time will be filled with prayer experiences, peer group discussions, Eucharist and lots of fun! Cost: $140 per person, single occupancy only due to Covid restrictions Register at: www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829 Some financial aid is available
Online Discernment Retreat Are you discerning religious life? The Missionary Serv-ants of the Most Blessed Trinity will be hosting a virtual discernment retreat January 29th and 30th for single women, ages 18+ that are considering religious life. Join MSBT sisters in prayer, reflection and hear MSBT sisters share their stories on mission. To register go to http://www.msbt.org/rise-up-journey-with-jesus-2021/ or for more information email [email protected]
St. Catherine’s Food Pantry On Saturday January 30, a number of St. Alphonsus parishioners will be assisting at the St. Catherine‘s Food Pantry. This special ministry at St. Catherine‘s feeds scores of needy families especially those hard hit by this pandemic. The work on Saturday begins at 9:00AM and ends around noon. If you would like to help us on Saturday January 30, please contact Dave White at 215-601-3424 or email Dave at [email protected] . No experience necessary. High school and college students welcome.
St. Catherine’s Young Adult Group, Intentional Disciples
Join us 2/4/2021 as we welcome Deacon Mario Mira-belli to discuss ―The importance of humility – Hav-ing the heart of Jesus‖. We'll explore this topic and discuss how we can use the upcoming Lenten season to move toward obtaining a humble heart; the heart of Jesus. We will have mass at 7pm in the Church fol-lowed by social hour, then Deacon Mirabelli‘s presenta-tion and lively discussion in the Parish Hall. If you have any questions or would like to attend, please contact us at [email protected]. Walk-ins are always wel-come. We meet the first Thursday of each month if you cannot attend this month. Please wear a mask in ac-cordance with CDC guidelines.
Make a Lenten Retreat with St. Therese of Lisieux!
―The Science of Weakness: A Lenten Journey with St. Therese of Lisieux‖ is a 3-day retreat with Susan Brink-mann, OCDS, that will reveal just how wounded and weak was the Little Flower of Lisieux, and how God taught her to turn those weaknesses into the strength she needed to become the ―greatest saint of modern time‖ and to leave a legacy of hope for millions of ―little souls.‖ Scheduled for March 12-14 on the beautiful grounds of St. Mary of Providence Center in Elverson, PA, single and double occupancy rooms are available. Visit https://www.catholiclifeinstitute.org/calendar/special-events/ for more information and to register.
Healing Mass and Prayer Service Join for Holy Mass, exposition of the Blessed Sacra-ment, praise and worship music and healing prayers. Friday, February 5th, 2021—7:00PM Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901
Mass for the World Day of Consecrated Life Consecrated men and women of the Archdiocese are invited to celebrate the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass with Archbishop Perez as we rejoice in our consecration to Jesus Christ and petition His grace for ever-deeper sanctification. A light reception in Drexel Hall will follow after Mass. Sunday, February 7, 2021—11:00AM Mass Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
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Our Lady of Mercy Regional Catholic School
29 Conwell Drive, Maple Glen
215-646-0150
―OLM Rooted in God…. And growing in Mercy.‖
‘21-’22 OLM Enrollment NOW Open!
Enrollment for the 21-22 School Year is NOW Open for grades PreK to 8th. Seats are very lim-ited. Due to COVID19 restrictions, we are unable to conduct personal tours, however, we can put you in touch with a current family to ask questions or you can contact Julie Bebey for more infor-mation or to receive an application. Julie can be reached at OLM at [email protected] or at school, 215-646-0150 x113. We look forward to speaking with you!
Martin Saints Classical High School Open House: November 10, 2020 at 7 PM 8
th Grade Visitation: November 17, 2020 7
th Grade Visitation: March 30, 2021
Guest Student Visit: Contact our admissions counselor, Ms. Lindmeier, to schedule a visit during the day. Location: On the campus of Holy Martyrs Church,
120 Allison Road, Oreland PA 19075. www.whymsc.org
Come be ―fully alive‖ with us! Any questions? Contact Ms. Laura Lindmeier, Admissions Counselor at [email protected] or Mr. Adam Dickerson, Headmaster at [email protected]
Support OLM when You Shop At Amazon Are You Shopping on Amazon? Please Partici-pate in the AmazonSmile Program. It’s simple and OLM will receive a % back to support school programs. If you are not already an AmazonSmile member, sign up on your web browser at https://smile.amazon.com. Simply select OLMrcs to start generating donations at no cost to you. New this year: You can now support OLM on iPhone & An-droid phones too! Open the app and find ‗Settings‘ in the Main Menu. Tap on ‗Amazon Smile‘ and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on Ama-zonSmile on your phone. OLM thanks you!
When: Every Wednesday at 7pm Where: OLM Live Facebook Join OLM Principal, Mr. John McGrath (OLM Fa-vorite Penguin Principal) each Wed at 7pm for a special story. Questions, contact Julie Bebey at [email protected].
OLM Invites families to join for OLM Story Time
Visit the OLM Facebook & Instagram page to learn more about OLM!