OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
10th Annual ManUp Philly: Come out on Saturday, March 3, at Neumann University, Aston, PA. For more information and registration, visit www.manupphilly.com.
Group Tour of St. John Paul II Shrine and Washington Basilica: All members of the parish are invited to participate in a group pilgrimage, sponsored by the St. Elizabeth Knights of Columbus, on Saturday, April 21. The cost of the group tour is $45 per person, which includes transportation, admission to the shrines and a boxed lunch. Go online to www.kofc13141.org and follow the link for the pilgrimage details to sign up for the tour. All reservations must be made by March 10.
Part-Time Office Assistant Needed: Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist in Birdsboro is looking for a part-time office assistant, 2-3 days per week, 8:30 AM-3:00 PM; and 1-2 days per week during the summer. If interested, email
Holy Martyrs, Oreland: Come pray in the presence of more than 100 Sacred Relics on Wednesday, February 21, beginning with 8:30 AM Mass until 6:30 PM. For more information call 215-884-8575, email
Weight Loss Program: The Trevose Behavior Modification Program (TBMP) is starting a new class in Exton on February 22. TBMP has no charges or membership fees. A voluntary contribution provides funds for expenses and supplies. Learn about your eating habits and activities and how to substitute good habits for bad habits. For more information and an application, contact Joanne Force (610-873-6148 or
Pope John Paul II High School, Royersford: Everyone is invited to attend a social media safety presentation on Thursday, February 22, at 6:30 PM. Josh Ochs, a nationally recognized presenter and author will speak on how parents can become involved in promoting the safe use of social media. The program is free. For more info and/or to register visit www.pjphs.org.
St. Isaac Jogues Parish, Wayne: Please join us on Saturday, February 24, for a light reception and presentation immediately following the 5:00 PM Mass. Presenters will be Dr. Theresa Burke, founder of The Living Scripture Institute, King of Prussia, and Fr. Dominic Allain, from London, International Pastoral Director for Grief to Grace. Come and learn about a local initiative with a national and international outreach which helps survivors of trauma to open their histories to a profound experience of healing in a fully integrated spiritual and psychological process. RSVP to
Celebrate Life Banquet 2018: All are invited to this Respect Life event on Sunday, February 25 at the Springfield Country Club. Speaker will be Ann McElhinney, the investigative journalist and film maker of a movie about abortionist Kermit Goosnell of Philadelphia and the effort to prosecute him. Tickets are $75 per person and available at
Alan Ames International Ministry: Come hear Alan Ames, Catholic Evangelist and Mystic with the Gift of Healing on Monday, February 26, at St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Media; Tuesday, February 27, at St. Isidore’s Catholic Church, Quakertown; or Wednesday, February 28, at SS. Simon & Jude Parish, West Chester. All three programs begin with Mass at 7:00 PM, followed by a talk and a healing service. For more info, visit www.alanames.org or contact one of the parishes directly.
Vigil for Life: Pray as volunteer Helpers of God's Precious Infants in a Vigil for Life on Saturday, March 3, 8:00 AM Mass at Saint Agnes, West Chester, followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood.
Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, Philadelphia: Come to the center on the weekend of March 9-11 for a retreat entitled “Journey of a Celtic Heart”. Carmel Boyle will invite us to pray with Celtic themes through song and reflection. Fee: $175 for the weekend (includes a $40 non-refundable deposit); $90 for commuters (includes a $25 non-refundable deposit). For more information and/or to register, call 267-350-1830 or 1831 or email
25th Annual Marian Day: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary’s Legion of Mary: Mary, Mother of the Blessed Sacrament Praesidium, cordially invites you to the 25th Annual Marian Day on Saturday, March 17, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. Speaker is Tim Staples from Catholic Answers. Please RSVP by March 1 by email (
Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries: Post-Abortion Healing Retreat, March 9-11 in Malvern-Frazer, PA. For more information and/or to register call Lauren (215-720-5828) or Priscilla (215-906-6337). All inquiries are strictly confidential. Financial aid is offered if needed.
Bishop Shanahan High School: 7th grade Visitation Day, Wednesday, March 14, at 8:30 AM; 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Open House, Wednesday, March 21, 7:00 PM; and 7th Grade Practice Test, Saturday, April 7, 8:00 AM. Tours and Shadow Days are available year round. For more information and to register for events visit shanahan.org/admissions or call 610-343-6206.
Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth: “Who Cares for the Caregiver” Weekend Retreat, March 16-18. This weekend retreat is for personal and professional caregivers and offers space for rest, reflection and renewal. For more information and/or to register, visit www.jesuitcenter.org or email Melinda at
Annunciation BVM, Havertown: Flame of Love Lenten Retreat, Saturday, March 24, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Speaker/Homilist is Monsignor John Esseff. Free of Charge. Bring your own lunch. For more information contact Annie Myers at
St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, Phoenixville: Pre Cana Program on Saturday, April 14, beginning at 9:00 AM and ending after the 4:00 PM Mass. This one-day program meets all the requirements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. A certificate is provided upon completion. Call the Parish Office for an application (610-933-2526) or visit the website (www.stmaryassumption.org) and click on Forms/Pre Cana.
You Are Made New Ministry: Calling Catholic women of all ages to the Spring 2018 Freedom Retreat, Friday evening April 27 and Saturday, April 28, at the Pope John Paul II High School in Royersford. Registration is $65 before March 15 and $75 afterward. For more information and to register visit www.YouAreMadeNew.com or contact De Yarrison at 610-287-2989.