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Camilla Hall Job Opportunities: Recreation Support Leader - FT - 12:00-8:30 PM, M-F, every other Saturday required. Degree in Recreation or Allied Therapy Preferred; Housekeeping Supervisor - FT - 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, M-F; Cook - FT - 10:00 AM-3:30 PM, M-F, every other weekend required; Administrative Assistant - PT; Dietary Aide/Dishwasher - seasonal positions available, great opportunity for high school and college students. For more info on any of these opportunities, please contact Denise Kelly, Director of Human Services (
Pope John Paul II High School Royersford: Open house Sunday, April 15, 12:30-3:00 PM at the school. Students of all ages are welcome! Let the PJP Student Ambassadors show you around, as they share their experiences and answer questions that are important to you and your family. You will have the opportunity to meet our administrators, teachers and coaches. We hope to see you there. For more information visit www.pjphs.org.
Saint Peter Church, West Brandywine: The Saint Peter parish Respect Life Committee is sponsoring a free seminar on the Creighton Model Fertility Care System on Monday, April 16, 7:00-9:00 PM. The Creighton Model uses a far superior treatment for infertility than IVF and more viable alternatives than the birth control pill to avoid pregnancy or treat women's health issues. For questions contact Marie DiCecco (610-202-4751) or visit http:/popepaulvi.com for more information on the Creighton Model System. Come on April 16 to learn about this new Women's Health Science
The Players Club Theater of Swarthmore: PCTS will be presenting “Jesus Christ Superstar” on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, April 26-29 and Thursday, Friday, Saturday, May 3-5. Performance times are 7:30 PM on Thursday, 8:00 PM on Friday & Saturday and 2:00 PM on Sunday. Lobby doors open one hour prior to curtain time. Tickets are $25, students $13. Order on line at www.pcstheater.org or call 866-811-4111. For more information call 610-328-4271. Group rates available for 15 or more people. Email
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 $75. For more information and to register contact De Yarrison at 610-287-2989 or visit www.YouAreMadeNew.com.
Our Lady of Peace Parish, Swarthmore: Dance down memory lane with your family and friends as you listen to the “Sensational Soul Cruisers” on April 28, 7:00-11:00 PM, in Nelson Hall at Notre Dame de Lourdes School, 990 Fairview Road, Swarthmore. Tickets are $35 per person and tables can be reserved. Call the OLP Rectory (610-328-9330) or Debbie Hanna (215-520-2097) for tickets.
Villa Maria Lower School: There will be a Storytime on 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
Matrimony: Rediscovering Its Truth Conference: Saturday, April 21, 10:00 AM-6:15 PM, at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul. Admission is $50 pp which includes lunch. Reservations are required. For more info call 215-247-2585 or visit saintjohnneumannchapter.org.
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
Bishop Shanahan High School: Calling all families of 6th graders. All area 6th graders are invited to BSHS for SEEK 2018 on Saturday, May 12, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. This festival involves an amazing day filled with faith, friends and fun and is completely free! Register your student(s) by Monday, April 30 on line at shanahan.org/seek.
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
Saint Mary of the Assumption, Phoenixville: Come to the AMG Doll Bingo on Sunday, May 6. Doors open at 1:00 PM and Bingo begins at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for kids. For info and tickets call 610-933-2526.
St. Anthony of Padua, Ambler: Flame of Love Easter Retreat, Saturday, May 5. This is a bi-lingual
event and breakfast and lunch will be provided. Celebrant/Homlist is Father Bill McCarthy. For more information contact Annie Myers (
Daylesford Abbey, Paoli: Presents “The Challenges of Living in a Sacramental World” with Sr. Ilia Delio, OSF, on Sunday May 6, 1:00 PM. RSVP by Friday, April 27. $35 with lunch at noon, $25 lecture only at 1:00 PM. For more info and registration email
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.
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 22-23. 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
Warrior Spirit Youth Lacrosse Camps: Boost skill, build character, be a warrior! Our Lacrosse camp runs from Monday, June 18-Thursday, June 21, 8:30 AM-3:00 PM at Great Valley Middle School. $275 for 4 full days (sibling discount available). Open to boys 11-14 years old (grades 5, 6, 7 & 8). Custom strung stick included with registration. Register at warriorspiritlax.com. Camp is run by parishioner Jason Wolensky.
Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood: Brothers of Borromeo Vocation Camp (BBVC) will be held on July 13. Boys in grades 6-8 (rising 6th graders to graduated 8th graders) are invited to gather at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. The day includes games, activities, great talks, powerful prayer & Mass, lunch and dinner. For more information, visit HeedTheCall.org/event/BBVC.
Quo Vadis Days-June 25-28: This 4-day, 3-night camp held at Black Rock Retreat Center, is an annual favorite for high school aged men (incoming freshmen to graduated seniors). The camp includes daily Mass, Liturgy of the Hours, outdoor activities, a ropes course, powerful prayer, great talks, and an opportunity to interact with the Philadelphia seminarians. For more information, visit HeedTheCall.org/event/quovadis. Although both camps are held in English, registration forms are provided in Spanish to assist in registration.
St. Jude Shop, Inc.: The DiCocco Family St. Jude Shop of Havertown invites you to visit their Chester County location on the south side of Our Lady’s Hall at the Malvern Retreat House in Malvern. The store offers a beautiful selection of religious gifts for First Communion, Confirmation and other events. Contact the store at 484-321-2537 for directions and store hours.