S J S N D Thursdays following 9AM Mass, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM

Eucharistic Adoration throughout the day. Benediction concludes the evening devotions.

P S Rev. Msgr. Francis W. Beach, Pastor

Rev. Msgr. James P. McCoy, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Jeffrey M. Rott, Parochial Vicar

Deacon Michael J. Cushing Deacon Timothy P. Lynch Deacon John T. Riordan

S . J S Sr. Elizabeth Marley, RSM, Principal

Office: 215-822-9225 Convent: 215-822-2896

P F F Mrs. Lori Rawski, Director 215-822-9225 (ext. 234)

M M Mr. Michael Meade 267-250-1271 Mr. Mark Norman 203 687-5518

P B M Deacon David Mitchell 215-822-0179 (ext. 102)

M S Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12 Noon Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM, 9 AM

Saturday: 9 AM S R

Confessions: Saturday 3:30 - 4:15 PM Sunday 9:15-9:45 AM

S . J P , 321 W. B A ., C , PA 18914 E-M : office@stjudechalfont.org W : www.stjudechalfont.org facebook.com/stjudechalfont

P O : Mon. - Fri. (9:00 - 5:00 PM) P : 215-822-0179 F : 215-822-0638

June 9, 2019 PENTECOST SUNDAY

Live, Love, and Serve in the Image of Christ

And when the days of Pentecost were drawing to a close, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came

a sound from heaven, as of a violent wind coming, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. And there appeared to them parted tongues as of fire,

which settled upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in foreign tongues,

even as the Holy Spirit prompted them to speak (Acts 2, 1-4).

MASS INTENTIONS

June 9, 2019 PENTECOST SUNDAY

PLEASE PRAY for all our sick parishioners, relatives, friends and their caregivers, and all those listed in

Our Lady's Prayer Chain.

Baby Connor Shaffer - Baby Emma Grace - Heather Frisoli Rosemary Fitzgerald - Nancy Cantrell & Friends Terry Kistler - Joseph Gherhart - George Sawyer

PLEASE PRAY for our troops.

4:30 pm Sat. 6/15 – ǁ Music: Jen Pecherek w/ Michael Meade ǁ Altar Servers: Alexa Haidacher, Kira & Luke Kawczynski ǁ Extraordinary Ministers: Kelly Kawczynski, Erik & Katheryn Koonce, Frank Pinzka ǁ Lectors: Joseph & Margaret Fluehr 8am Sun. 6/16 – ǁ Music: Scott Cryder w/ MaryBeth Baker ǁ Altar Servers: Kelly Aita, Molly Maywood, Carla Mortimer ǁ Extraordinary Ministers: Earl Baker, Kate Cunningham ǁ Lectors: Cynthia Doettger, Carol Haile

10am Sun. 6/16 – ǁ Music: Children’s Choir ǁ Altar Servers: Annika & Francis Grasso, Amanda Moreira ǁ Extraordinary Ministers: Julie Formica, Carlos Moreira, Colleen & Jeffery Yukanis ǁ Lectors: Jessica Lelli, Andrew Yukanis

12pm Sun. 6/16 – ǁ Music: Todd Huber & Bob McFillin ǁ Altar Servers: Christopher Chichilitti, Timothy Martinez, Nicholas McGee ǁ Extraordinary Ministers: Lisa Karensky, Barbara Martinez, Michael & Kim McGee ǁ Lectors: Daniel Martinez, Barbara Thelen

We thank all who are contributing on a consistent basis as your “thank you”

back to God for all His blessings.

Monday June 10, 2019 Blessed Virgin Mary 6:30 AM Ralph Grande—Req. by Lucille Grande 9:00 PM Robert Covaleski—Req. by Ray Starzmann Tuesday June 11, 2019 St. Barnabas 6:30 AM Colleen Caufield—Req. by The Calhoun Family 9:00 AM Salvatore Capozzi—Req. by Stev Capozzi Wednesday June 12, 2019 6:30 AM Virginia Botinger—Req. by The Sawyer Family 9:00 AM Alfio Rossillo—Req. by The Corbett Family 6:00 PM Jack Danchak—Req. by The Danchak Family Thursday June 13, 2019 St. Anthony of Padua 6:30 AM Thelma Rodrigues —Req. by Reeve & Greg Rodrigues 9:00 AM St. Jude Shrine Society Friday June 14, 2019 6:30 AM Daniele Buonopane —Req. by The Hodgdon Family 9:00 AM Michael Fasti—Amy Fasti-Meier

Saturday June 15, 2019 Blessed Virgin Maru 9:00 AM Richard & Dolores Zgoda and Camille Kaczmarek —Req. by Maria Burciaga 4:30 PM Joe & Michael Fasti—Amy Fasti-Meier Sunday June 16, 2019 8:00 AM Trinitarian Priests & Sisters O.SS.T. —Req. by Virginia Yencha 10:00 AM Living & Dec’d Members of St. Jude Parish 12:00 PM Joseph Thelen—Req. by Barbara Thelen

An Interview with Father Jeffrey M. Rott We will soon bid farewell to our Parochial

Vicar, Fr. Jeff Rott, after his five years at St. Jude Church. He will be leaving us on June

16 to become the Administrator of St. Laurence Church in Upper Darby, Delaware County. While we’re excited for him, we will

miss him. Fr. Jeff shared with us some thoughts about his time at St. Jude and his

hopes for the future.

Q: What does it feel like to go to a new parish? A: It always makes you feel a little nervous, but it’s exciting, too. It can be challenging, but you’re there for the people, to pray with them and help them to grow in their faith.

Q: What have you liked about being at St. Jude for the past 5 years? A: I think I’ll miss the special needs community the most. They brought me the greatest joy – there’s a unique sense of love and kindness that flows from them. St. Jude also has a wonderful group of people with deep faith who want to grow closer to the Lord, and that’s really special, as well. And finally, I have to say, I’ve been so impressed by the great talent it took, from Monsignor Beach and Deacon John Riordan, to renovate the church. It wouldn’t have happened without them.

Q: What can you tell us about , St. Laurence Church? A: Well, I’ll certainly know more when I get there, but I do know that it has a very diverse community that speaks three languages. They have a school that supports both Catholic and non-Catholic children in the region, and as Administrator, I’ll have the opportunity to use my financial background as a former CPA to help the parish grow.

Q: Do you have a final message you’d like to share with us. A: Thank you for your faithfulness to the Church during these tough times. Our Lord never promised that it would be easy, but He set the example for us. Love one another as He loves us.

Thank you, Fr. Jeff. We will miss you!

This fund is a necessary income source designed to help ensure the future of our exceptional Parish Center, a critical component of our parish life.

AMOUNT RECEIVED $ 48,521.00 AMOUNT PLEDGED $ 3,500.00 As of 6/3/19 TOTAL $ 52,021.00

Please consider a gift by visiting our websites: stjudechalfont.org or stjudeschool.com.

My Friends in Christ:

PARISH ALTAR SERVERS

As the school year comes to a close, I want to recognize the years of selfless service of our 8 eighth grade Altar Servers. I want to thank them personally for their dedication and faithfulness in serving at the altar of the Lord. I especially applaud those who have chosen to continue in this important ministry into their High School years! Our 8th grade Altar Servers serve as wonderful role models to our younger parish family members. As a result of their example of service, we have 16 new younger boys and girls who have signed up to be Altar Servers. Deacon Tim has completed training them to serve at the altar. With our new recruits, we will have a total of 66 Altar Servers. I should note that I am equally proud of those students who have chosen to transition into the role of Lector. I am greatly encouraged by the increasing number of young people proclaiming the Word of God so joyfully. This is a wonderful way to keep our young people active in their faith and close to God. Congratulations and welcome all to the altar of the Lord!

ST. JUDE SCHOOL EIGHTH GRADE GRADUATION

One of the proudest moments for parents, teachers, principals and clergy is to celebrate the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement Exercises for our elementary school graduates. This Wednesday, June 12th, the class of 2019 will graduate from St. Jude School. The Church will shine with pride and happiness of family and friends. The evening will be filled with gratitude to God for the blessings that our graduates received during their time at St. Jude School. During the commencement exercises, our graduates will receive recognition for their academic, athletic and service accomplishments. They leave behind a rich legacy as they look forward with hope, enthusiasm and great anticipation for all that lies ahead. Please join with me as we congratulate and rejoice with the following members of the St. Jude Class of 2019:

God bless! Monsignor Francis W. Beach, Pastor

Pastor’s Column June 9, 2019

Caroline G. Alegado Catherine Mary Beveridge

Emily Marie Bruni Nicholas Rocco Cipolla

Alexandra Amelia Coffey Kevin Reese Corso

Kevin Thomas Coulter Margaret Rita Danchak

Meghan G. Duffner Brynn Elizabeth Ferns

Mark Fusca Ma hew Joseph Giordano

Gianna C. Guerrelli Sean H. Hansell

Danny Hernandez Ma hew J. Hopkins

Owen J. Huy Elizabeth Anne James Delaney Marie King Nolan Ryan Lauer Ruan M. Mahoney

Trinity Katelyn Meehan Kalie Grace Mogg

Charles Thomas Murgia

Ryan John Perre Gianna Claire Selya Alessandro J. Tarsi

Luke Dominic Varillo Aidan J. Zakarewicz

Our annual Maroon and Gold day events were held last Friday, making for a very

happy ending to the merry month of May at St. Jude School! Students from Preschool to 8th grade enjoyed a day of games and fun with classmates as we near the end of another happy school year. Thank you to Mrs. Walck, our faculty and staff, parent volunteers, and our 8th graders for a job well done!

Our Preschool, Pre K, and Kindergarten children joyfully celebrated their closing ceremonies last week. As always, our St. Jude School family enjoyed our youngest members and all the happiness they shared with us this year. May God continue to bless them and help them remember that they are precious in God's eyes and ever close to His loving heart. Wishing a happy and safe summer season to our little ones and their families!

Our entire school community lined the hallways to wish a fond farewell to our eighth graders as they took their traditional "FINAL WALK" through St. Jude School Friday, June 7th. The name of each member of the Class of 2019 was announced and students, faculty, and staff greeted them with our good wishes, high fives, hugs, gratitude, and prayers, sending them on their way out the doors of SJS onto a bright and hope-filled future. Family members waited for them outside to congratulate them and encourage them to continue onward and upward to success in High School. All the best to the Class of 2019!

Planning for summer fun at Dorney Park? Hurry and get your discounted tickets being sold through the St. Jude Home and SchoolAssociation. They can be used at any time throughout the summer season. Contact Becky Wood at becky418@verizon.net.

St. Jude School, 2018 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

Monsignor Beach will be the chaplain for an 11 day Danube River Cruise July 10—20, 2020 with an optional extension to witness the Oberammergau Passion Play July 19-21. The cruise includes a pilgrimage to Oberammergau to witness the Passion Play. For those who may consider joining Monsignor on this unforgettable experience contact: Select International Tours 800-842-4842 selectinternationaltours.com/philadelphia

PREP REGISTRATION PREP information has been emailed to all PREP families.

Please register soon to take advantage of the early

registration pricing. All children in grades 1-6 may sign up.

All forms are on ww.stjudechalfont.org. This year there is a new Sunday Family Faith Program. Contact Mrs. Rawski to meet to learn more about the Sunday program. 215-822-9225 x 234 or lrawski@stjudechalfont.org.

Jesse Tree VBS June 17-21 (9 am to Noon) Pre-K to Grade 5

$40 per child, $120 max per family. Children will meet Old Testament

heroes, Joseph, David, Jonah and more when they embark on a perfect

journey exploring the Jesse Tree. Who do children meet at the end of

this journey? Join to find out. See sign up form at

stjudechalfont.org/vacation-bible-school

Saint Jude Summer Theater Camp June 24 - July 11, 10am - 3pm Daily

Open to St. Jude Parish children ( 4th grade through the 8th grade as of Sept. 2019). The children will experience acting, singing, stage presence, diction, movement, set design, sound,

costume design, as well as other skills associated with performing in a production. We will be doing the School House Rock Live MTI Production. The cost for this year’s camp is $375.00. For registration information contact Mr. Meade at: mmeade@stjudeschool.com, or 267-250-1271.

Change a child’s life for good. St. Jude School

Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC)

You’re already paying PA state taxes. Now you can redirect your taxes to enable a child to receive a Catholic education at St. Jude School while receiving up to 90% tax credit. This exciting program is now available for businesses and individuals at no additional cost to you.

Call today and learn about this beneficial program. There is no obligation, just call and learn how you can help provide a student receive a Catholic Education and receive 90% tax credit! Contact Pat Kerwin at 215-822-9225, ext. 251 or email at pkerwin@stjudeschool.com

Please take advantage of this opportunity before it comes to an end – the deadline to submit your

application is Friday, June 28. Thank you for your Support!

ST. JUDE SENIORS

MONTHLY LUNCHEON: June 4 - Zoto's Restaurant 12-3:00 PM. Doors open at Noon/Lunch served at 12:30 PM.

LUNCH BUNCH: 12:30 PM June 19, 2019 will be at Red Lobster. Please call Rachela Player 215-822-8061 if you would like to attend as the restaurant requires a reservation for our group.

TRIPS: Our next trip will be on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 to Doolan's Atlantic Shore Club for the "Radio City Tribute Holiday" show. Cost is $84 and includes transportation, show, meal, 1 hour open bar and gratuities. We are looking for new members to join so we can plan more trips. Dues are only $6.00 a year and age 50 or older. For more info, call Sheila Cunningham at 215-822-3959.

Parish receptions will run more smoothly and be even more welcoming with this new kitchenette! With a sink, refrigerator, microwave, and cabinets, the new kitchenette will help our hospitality group provide food and drinks for social events in the Narthex and meeting room. The beautiful oak doors from the old Narthex have been renovated to enclose the kitchenette. Read our Memorial Booklet on our Renovations Page for more details about this memorial and some of the other memorial options. Please go to stjudechalfont.org/renovations for details. “Nothing can be too beautiful for God.” Pope Benedict XVI

Give a Gift of Hope Since the year 2000, Bethlehem has been getting worse due to the unstable political situation causing poverty among Christians still living in the Holy Land. People have turned to rely heavily on the Olive Wood Business

and it is now the main income of many Bethlehem families. What once was a heavy tourist area is not anymore due to fear. So now we must travel to keep our income afloat.

On The 29th and 30th June, the Shepherds will display carvings after all Masses at St. Jude Parish.

The revenue generated helps to restore justice to an oppressed Palestinian Christian minority, supports over 300 families of skilled carvers and helps in keeping a Christian presence in the Holy Land. Your purchase, however small or big, will be an act of social justice as well as provide an opportunity to own or give as gifts original folk art from Bethlehem.

www.shepherds-bethlehem.com https://www.facebook.com/

Doylestown Hospital is seeking volunteers who are willing to be trained to serve as lay chaplains for

patients, families and staff at the Pine Run or Lakeview Communities. The training class is scheduled to begin in the fall. If you are interested in exploring this type of volunteer ministry, please call the Pastoral Care Department at Doylestown Hospital, 215-345-2269

Saturday, June 15, 2019 Be Not Afraid! Family Vocation Day

Please join us as we welcome keynote speaker Leah Dar-row for a day for families and individuals of all ages as we explore the possibilities for vocations in the Church. Bish-op Timothy Senior, the Pauline Fathers & Brothers, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and members of several reli-gious communities will share with you their way of life, with talks for all ages: children, teens, adults--indeed, eve-ryone who supports and prays for religious vocations. May we heed the call of our beloved St. John Paul II as he en-courages us to "Be Not Afraid!" which is the theme of this day of prayerful reflection. Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA czestochowa.us/calendar/be-not-afraid-family-vocation-day

If you have not yet registered for FORMED: go to stjudechalfont.formed.org. From there log in, or

register by entering your name and email address."

Live in the Power of the Holy Spirit Fr. Shannon Collins explains the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit and the dynamic ways the third Person of the Trinity wants to work in and through you.

Listen now on FORMED

St. Jude

St. Vincent de Paul Society assists our neighbors who have urgent financial need. If you know of any local individuals, regardless of their religion, who require assistance please contact us by leaving a message at 267-903-4884. Someone will return calls within 24 hours. Please help fund this worthy cause by contributing regularly to the Poor Boxes in Church.

St. Jude Conference

Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

National Conference July 26, 27, 28

Malvern Retreat House, Malvern PA COST: $265.00 per person

Call: 610-644-0400 Register Online:

malvernretreat.com/events/flame-of-love-2/ ___________________________

When The Saints Go Marching In 12 short talks will get you Marching!

Saturday June 15, 2019 — 8:30 Mass - 2 PM (Bring your own Lunch)

Annunciation BVM Parish, Havertown, PA Free of charge - Register: 610-622-4257

Flameoflove.us

Saturday, October 26, 2019 (9 AM - 4:30 PM) National Shrine of

Our Lady of Czestochowa 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA

Join over 1300 Catholic women from the greater Philadelphia area for a day of fun, friendship, faith formation and prayer at the Catholic Women’s Conference. The 2019 theme is “Unique and Unrepeatable: Your Mission as a Catholic Woman,” in which we 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. The conference is designed to help you discover this reality in your own life, hear God’s deeply personal call for you, and relish the joy of being a participant in so great a mission. Welcome! The contact person for St. Jude is Mary Ellen Glenn: maryellenglenn@yahoo.com, 215-407-8758

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Spend the Summer with the Vocation Office

This summer, the Vocation Office is offering three exciting camps for

high school men.

1. Quo Vadis is a 4-day camp of faith and fun for men entering 9th grade through graduating 12th graders. Join us at Black Rock Retreat in Quarryville this June 24-27.

2. Philadelphia Catholic Scholars is an exciting exploration into Catholic spiritual and philosophical tradition. High school juniors and seniors earn three college credits from July 8-18 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.

3. Going Deeper allows high school juniors and seniors to gather for a service-oriented 4-day camp. Dive into faith and fellowship at the Spiritual Year House at St. Matthew’s in Conshohocken (July 28 through August 1).

To register for any of these events or learn more information, visit HeedTheCall.org/summer or call the

June 28-29 • 18-35 (single or married) Theme: Jesus began to walk with them (Lk24:15)

RETREAT PRIESTS: Fr. Jim Otto and Fr. John Wacherman

COST: $100 • PLACE: Malvern Retreat House REGISTER: malvernretreat.com/register

610-644-0400 So many Young Adults love the Church. Some attend Mass but have no Catholic Young Adult Friends. Others have abandoned church practice, but still iden-tify themselves as Catholics. This overnight retreat will bless All Young Adults.

Treasures From Our Tradition

Today we are at the fiftieth day of the Easter celebration: seven weeks of seven days, a week of weeks, now culminating in a festival fiftieth day. While the liturgical color of the Easter season is gold, on this last day we have red. For the fir st thousand years of the church, there were no firm rules for using colors. Only wealthy churches could afford a full array of colors, and most places used the best vestments, no matter the color, for the greatest feasts. The Church spelled out an exact plan for color, including red for Pentecost, only in 1570, but local differences held on until the 1800s. Color experts tell us that red is a hot color, best used for fast-paced, upbeat, active experiences. It is hard to be neutral before red, as any matador will tell you. It invites commitment, draws you in. It is a stimulating color, engaging the eye, stirring hunger. It is the most fitting color for this day when we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit into our lives, a dynamic presence overturning neutrality in favor of passion and commitment.