OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Vigil for Life: Join Rev. Maurice C. Avicolli, O.Praem, as a volunteer Helper of God's Precious Infants in a Vigil for Life on Saturday, April 7, 8:00 AM Mass at Saint Agnes, West Chester, followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood.
TV Mass for the Homebound: Is someone you love unable to join us at church during this holy time of Lent and Easter. For the faithful at home or in healthcare settings, the Heart of the Nation Sunday TV Mass brings spiritual comfort and the blessings of joy-filled hope in our Risen Savior. Please invite anyone you know who cannot get out to church to tune in Catholic Mass on TV or watch online: Palm Sunday and Easter TV Mass is broadcast on KJWP channel 2 at 7:00 AM and WMCN channel 44 at 8:30 AM. For the online video visit www.HeartoftheNation.org. For those who are able to get to church, the TV or online liturgy does not fulfill the Sunday Mass obligation.
Bishop Shanahan High School: 7th Grade Practice Test, Saturday, April 7, 8:00 AM. Tours and Shadow Days are available year round. The 6th, 7th & 8th grade Spring Open House has been re-scheduled for Wednesday, April 11. For more information and to register for these events call 610-343-6206 or visit shanahan.org/admissions.
Saint Elizabeth Knights of Columbus: The Group Tour of St. John Paul II Shrine and the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, scheduled for Saturday, April 21, has been cancelled due to lack of response. All monies paid by those who already signed up for the tour will be refunded in the near future.
A Baby’s Breath Run for Life 2018: Join us on April 7 at the Norristown Farm Park, East Norriton, for a 1 Mile Fun Run at 9:00 AM; 5K run at 9:30 AM. Please register on line (http://www.ababys
breath.org/events/NOR_RFL.html). This will be an enjoyable morning for the family supporting moms and their babies! For more information contact Dorothy Swedkowski, Race Director (610-316-6281).
Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharistic, Birdsboro: Join us on Sunday April 8, 11:00 AM-2:00 PM, for our Divine Mercy Conference. Principal Celebrant for Holy Mass and Homilist is The Most Reverend Alfred A. Schlert, Bishop of Allentown. Conference Presenter is Sr. Joan Noreen, Co-Founder and Director OLME and the EWTN Host of “Eucharistic Journey”. Divine Mercy Sunday will include Conference, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Divine Mercy Devotions, Sacrament of Reconciliation, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament and Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. For more info and/or to register contact
Malvern Retreat House: Join us for a 24-hour healing retreat “From Defiance to Reliance: Navi-
gating Your Spiritual Life Amidst the Chaos of Addictions” on June 23-24. This retreat is sponsored by Malvern Retreat House and Gethsemani Way and is for men and women seeking help for themselves, loved ones, spouse or family. It is an ecumenical retreat. Register online at malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400. For more information about this retreat, contact Mark
Christmyer at
Pope John Paul II High School, Royersford: Are you thinking of the cool breezes of summer? Have you had enough snow? Come experience “Panthers in the Sand” - Savor the Flavor”, on Saturday, April 14, 7:00-11:00 PM at the school. Join us for our annual restaurant faire, auction and basket raffle! Tickets on sale now! For more information visit www.pjphs.org>Alumni>Special Events>Savor the Flavor.
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.
Villa Maria Academy High School: Preview Breakfast for 6th & 7th grade families on April 17 & 20. This will offer a “sneak peak” at Villa Maria’s high school life. The 7th grade Practice Exam will be administered on Saturdays, April 21 & 28. 7th grade visit days will be held on May 14 & 15. Visitors will receive a preview of our school community by attending classes and having lunch with students. For more info, call the Admissions office at 610-644-2551 or register at www.vmahs.org.
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.
Villa Maria Lower School: There will be Storytimes on April 12 & May 3 at 10:00 AM at the school for children ages 2-5 and a parent or caregiver. The event is free. RSVP at www.villamaria.org or email Erin at
Immaculate University’s Spirituality Under the Dome: Join us for our 12th Annual Spirituality Day on Saturday, April 7, 9:00 AM-12:00 noon. Visit www.immaculata.edu/spirituality for details or call S. Mary Henrich IHM (484-323-3434) or email (
Villa Maria Free Parent Speaker: Join us on Thursday, April 26, 7:00 PM, at the VMA Lower School Auditorium for our last speaker of the school year. Sr. Patricia McCormick, IHM, Ed.D., will speak on “Raising Christian Children in Today’s World”. This talk is open to all interested parents and educators. RSVP on the website (www.villamaria.org). Please contact Erin Tomambe (
Holy Martyrs, Oreland, PA: Explore the “Wines and Shrines of Portugal” with host Diana von Glahn, The Faithful Traveler (as seen on EWTN & Catholic TV) on Saturday, April 28, 6:00-9:00 PM. Cost is $50 per person. For tickets email
John W. Hallanhan CGHS Alumnae Association: Annual “50 years and Beyond” luncheon, Wednesday, May 2, at Constatter Volksfest-Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Cost $35 per person and $20 for religious. For more information and/or to purchase tickets contact Chairperson, Marge West Kiefski ‘66 (215-913-4482 or
One Run Together’s Creamery Hustle Fun Walk and 5K Race: Join us at 9:00 AM on Saturday, May 12 at Penn State Berks, 1801 Broadcasting Road, Reading, for the 1 Mile Fun Walk and 5K Race benefitting local cancer patients in need. All runners and walkers that register receive two scoops of Penn State Berkey Creamery Ice Cream. Families are welcome! For registration information, please call 484-844-1249 or visit www.oneruntogether.org.