A Word from Father Mullin
Christ is risen, Alleluia.
He is risen indeed, Alleluia!
It is with great sadness that I write these words today. The troubling information made public last weekend about the dishonesty and financial mismanagement of my friend and colleague, Msgr. Joseph McLoone, the former pastor of St. Joseph Church in Downingtown, places a painful burden of disappointment, frustration and anger, and deep distrust upon the parishioners there, and upon many other Catholics as well. I encourage you all to remember in prayer today our neighbors in the faith community of Saint Joseph Church!
All too often, we priestly shepherds fall far short in our efforts to represent Jesus, the Good Shepherd, in leading God’s People. Our personal sinfulness and our pastoral failures can seriously undermine the faith of our people.
I myself am made more aware of my own shortcomings as a pastoral leader and humbly ask your forgiveness for the ways I have weakened your faith over the eighteen years I have served as pastor here at St. Elizabeth. In the words of Psalm 69:7: “O Lord, let not the people who hope in you be put to shame through me.”
In this season of Easter hope, may Jesus, the Good Shepherd, bring healing and renewed trust to the people of Saint Joseph Church, and to all who are struggling to believe in the Church and in its pastors.
Fr. Tom Mullin
Dramatic Gospel Presentation
Don’t miss it: Come out tonight, Sunday, April 22, at 7:00 PM for an entertaining and eye-opening evening with Emmy award winning actor Frank Runyeon. He will bring to life the famous parables from Luke's travel narrative during his one-person dramatic performance of Luke: Stories on the Road.
Frank will take us on a journey from Nazareth to Jerusalem while weaving in stories from his own life in order to help us hear the parables as stories about our own lives here in the present. Bring the family and your friends - the presentation and refreshments are free!
Confirmation News
This Saturday, we welcome Bishop John J. McIntyre, who will celebrate Confirmation here at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Candidates and their sponsors should arrive at the church at least 45 minutes in advance of each liturgy. Note that because of the Confirmation liturgies there will be no confessions at 9:00 AM this Saturday.
Confirmation rehearsals: Candidates are reminded of the rehearsals this Wednesday, April 25, at 6:00 PM for the 10:00 AM Confirmation liturgy, and at 7:30 PM for the 2:00 PM liturgy. Rehearsals begin in the social hall and conclude in the church. Questions may be directed to Gen Miceli (610-646-6550).
Mass Intentions for the Week
April 21-22: Fourth Sunday of Easter
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Rev. Kevin Kelly
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Rita Cooke
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Deceased of the Laager Family
Sunday, 11:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Monday, 7:30 AM- Paul Taraschi
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- John Tunnell
Wednesday, 7:30 AM- John Lamkin
Thursday, 7:30 AM- Mark Bradlee
Friday, 7:30 AM- Gerald Murphy
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Richard Sylvester
April 28-29: Fifth Sunday of Easter
Saturday, 5:30 PM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Salvatore D’Uva
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Nora Mc Aleer
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Luci Lynch-Murtha & Martin Mattus
Readings: Acts of the Apostles 9/26-31; Psalm 22; 1 John 3/18-24; John 15/1-8
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Exposition is normally held in the daily Mass chapel on Mondays between 8:00 AM and 8:30 PM.
RCIA News
RCIA Inquiry: Do you know someone who may be interested in the Catholic faith? Please invite them to learn more about the RCIA by contacting DRE Beth Riordan (
Prayer Corner
Please pray for all those who are ill, including Millie Butler; Hannah Deese; Chiara Scotto Di Marco; Stephen Gray; Frieda Hoffmann; Karen Johnson; Maren Kaniewski; David Krzywicki; Claire Lang; Paul Logue, Jr.; Geraldine Mc Dowell; Catherine Micucci; Mary Ann Obyc; Janice Prezuhy; Kathryn Shinn and Marie Sminkey.
We also remember those who have died including parishioner Edward Wysocki, husband of Erica Wysocki; parishioner Catherine Tyas, mother of Lynn O’Leary; Lee Layton, father of Joseph Layton; Patricia Ostrowski, mother of Karen Burkey; Joan O’Brien, mother of Joan Viscuso; Joseph & Maureen Kerrigan, parents of Maureen Mack; Joan King, mother of Lori Mulhall. May all our departed loved ones rest in peace!
Stewardship Day of Service
Thanks to the almost 300 parishioners of all ages who participated in the 2018 SDOS last Saturday, April 14. A word of appreciation to all the site leaders, participating service agencies and our planning team! Watch for pictures on the parish website. Thank you all- We Are God's Hands!
Baptism News
The next session of Pre-Jordan I: Your Baby’s Baptism will be held on Saturday, May 12, and the next session of Pre-Jordan II: A Call to Christian Parenting, will be held on Saturday, June 9. Both programs begin at 10:30 AM. To register for a Pre-Jordan Program and/or to arrange for a baptism, call 610-321-1200.
First Holy Communion News
Congratulations to the following children who are receiving First Holy Communion next weekend:
Saturday, 10:00 AM-Owen Hendricks and Grace Howard.
Saturday, 2:00 PM- Hannah Todd; Ryan Walsh and Madeline Yurick.
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Michael Ardoline; Rebecca Blevins; Matthew Colandene; Riley Coulter; Jack Cruice; Andrew DeAnna; Lorella Dougherty; Nicholas Fioravanti; Alex Jones; Madison Mills; Vivienne Moore; Grayson Stottlemyer and Ryleigh Terefenko.
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Lucas Furbee; Brendan and Madeleine Johnson.
Kudos to one and all!
Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Do you ever wonder why our 4 to 7 year olds are invited to join a procession during our 9:30 and 11:30 AM Masses? These little ones participate in Children's Liturgy of the Word. Adult and teen ministers help them to pray, listen, share and respond to God's Word in a language they can understand.
Perhaps you would like to share your gifts with our children so that they may fully celebrate God's presence in their lives. To learn more about this rewarding ministry, please contact Beth Riordan (610-646-6545;
Legion of Mary News
Marian Consecration: Join the Legion of Mary for a presentation by DRE Beth Riordan on the “Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary” this Thursday, April 26, 7:00 PM in the St. Matthew Conference Room. For more information and/or to register contact Janet Van Alstyne (
Walking with Purpose
All adult women are invited to join WWP’s Spring Scripture Study - "Living in the Father's Love." This 6 week study aims to reveal how deeply relevant the Gospels are to our relationships, both with God and with those we love. The study runs on Wednesdays, April 25 to May 30, 7:00-9:00 PM in the St. Matthew conference room. For more info & registration, contact Ginny Swiatek (
Elementary Faith Formation
With just a few weeks remaining of an amazing year, we look forward to several special events:
Mondays, April 30 & May 7: Food collection and assembly of Aid for Friends Breakfast Bags by our 5th and 6th grades. This project benefits the elderly poor, who often cannot afford both medicine and food.
Thursday, May 3: Make up session for those who have missed three or more weekly sessions this term.
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday, May 14, 15 & 16: Closing Prayer Services for the 2017-2018 EFF year.
We love our EFF volunteers! If you would like to join our EFF team, contact DRE Beth Riordan (briordan @stelizabethparish.org; 610-646-6545).
Family Life Ministry
Evening of Prayer and Addiction Information: All are invited to an evening of prayer, reflection and shared resources on Tuesday, May 1, 7:00 PM, in the church. United in prayer, we will listen and learn what active steps we can take to respond to the opioid crisis and other addictions in our community. For more info about this event, check out the flyer in today’s bulletin and/or call the parish services office (610-646-6550).
Bereavement Ministry
The parish community of Saint Elizabeth along with the Bereavement Ministry invites you and your family to join the celebration of a Mass to honor all our mothers, mothers-in-law and grandmothers who have died. We also invite mothers who have suffered the loss of a child. This liturgy will be celebrated on Saturday, May 12, at 8:30 AM in the church. We will be serving coffee and donuts after Mass and hope to see you there. RSVP to Gen Miceli (
Sister Parish News
All are invited to join the St. Elizabeth Guitar Group for a visit to our sister parish, Visitation BVM, in Philadelphia at the 10:00 AM Mass on Sunday, May 6. For more information, check out the flyer in today’s bulletin and/or contact Susan Brennan at 610-639-1078 or
Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Seniors, come out for Game Day this Thursday, April 26, at 10:30 AM in the ministry center. Join your neighbors and friends from Saint Elizabeth this week and/or on the fourth Thursday of each month (May 24, June 28 and July 26). All are invited - bring a friend!
Lunch & Learn: Thank you to all who came to Jim Murray’s presentation on April 12. The next program will be on Thursday, May 17, when guest speaker Catherine Quillman will speak about "Milford Mills: the Lost Village." Learn about the farms and homesteads taken by eminent domain in the 1950's thru 1970's in order to create the present-day Marsh Creek State Park.
Pastoral Council News
As previously announced, four elected members of the current pastoral council are completing their terms this June. Because only four parishioners were nominated, all four have been “elected by acclamation” and will serve a three-year term July 2018 through June 2021.
They include two returning members (David Guthrie and Marie Martini) and new members (Jeffrey Heary and Laurie-Anne Jones). In addition, Alison Cruice and Marie Hellgoth have accepted appointments to the pastoral council as well. Thanks to all the council members for their generous stewardship service to the parish community!
Youth Ministry News
Get Involved Now! For information about youth ministry at Saint Elizabeth, go to the front page of the parish website (www.stelizabethparish.org) or email Ryan Schwalm (
High School Music Ministry: Meets weekly on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the CLC.
High School Youth Group (Grades 9-12): Meets weekly on Tuesday nights in the CLC, 7:00-8:30 PM.
Middle School & 8th Grade Youth Groups: Both groups will meet on Wednesday, May 2, at 5:30 PM.
Financial Corner
Thank you for your consistent financial support of our parish community throughout the year.
Regular Collection for April 7-8:
Weekend Contributions: $23,581.72
[Amount of Loose Cash: $1,840.22]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $ 6,603.50
Total Regular Collection: $30,185.22
Number of adult envelope contributions: 634
Auto-Giving: Parishioners can contribute to the regular collection on a weekly or monthly basis with direct debits or automatic withdrawals from your checking or savings account. More than 300 parishioners are already using Auto-Giving. To enroll, please call Sam Venuti in the parish business office (610-646-6515).
2018 Catholic Charities Appeal
The 2018 Appeal is being conducted now through May. This year's theme, 60 Years of Giving Hope to All, reflects the broad focus of the Catholic Charities appeal in supporting close to 180 beneficiaries. Brochures and donation envelopes are available in the church narthex.
Upcoming Meetings & Activities
For a complete schedule of upcoming meetings, parish activities and other events, check out the online parish bulletin at www.stelizabethparish.org.
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Frank Runyeon Gospel Presentation: Sunday (4/22), 7:00 PM, church
RCIA: Mondays, 7:00 PM, St. John the Baptist
SEAM: Monday (4/23), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
High School Music Ministry: Mondays, 7:00 PM, CLC
CRHP Men’s Team: Mondays (4/23 & 4/30), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Catholics Coming Home Team: Monday (4/23), 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
Adult Faith Formation Committee: Tuesday (4/24), 7:30 PM, Education Center Board Room
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM, chapel, and 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Confirmation Rehearsals: Wednesday (4/25), 6:00 & 7:30 PM, social hall & church
Walking With Purpose-Coffee Connect: Wednesday (4/25), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Continuation Committee: Wednesday (4/25), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
CRHP Women’s Team: Wednesday (4/25), 7:00 PM, chapel
Parish School Advisory Council: Wednesday (4/25), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
SAM Game Day: Thursday (4/26), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew
Legion of Mary-Consecration to Mary- Speaker: Thursday (4/26), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Women at the Well: Thursdays, 7:00 PM & Fridays, 9:00 AM, St. Mark
1st Grade Daisies: Friday (4/27), 3:00 PM, CLC
Confirmation Liturgies: Saturday (4/28), 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, church
Knights of Columbus Communion Breakfast: Sunday (4/29), 8:00 AM, church and social hall
EITC/OSTC Speakers: Saturday-Sunday (4/28-29), parish Masses in church
Family Life Ministry- Prayer & Addiction Program: Tuesday (5/1), 7:00 PM, church
Knights of Columbus: Tuesday (5/1), 7:30 PM, St. Matthew
Middle School & 8th Grade Youth Groups: Wednesday (5/2), 5:30 PM, gym & St. John the Baptist
Cub Scout Den Meetings: Wednesday (5/2), 6:00 PM, CLC, teacher lounge, art room
Walking with Purpose: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, St. Matthew & St. Luke
Pastoral Plan Implementation Committee: Thursday (5/3), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Parish School- Mass and May Crowning: Friday (5/4), 11:00 AM, church
Scout Mass & Blue & Gold Banquet: Saturday (5/5), 5:30 PM, church, social hall
OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
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 (
Medical Office Assistant Needed: Busy, specialty office seeks a very organized individual to work the front desk. Good customer service and people skills a must. Applicants must be dependable, able to multi-task, have a positive and enthusiastic attitude, and possess professional and courteous phone skills and proficient computer skills. Candidates should live within 30 minutes travel time of Exton and have dependable transportation. Previous experience preferred but will train the right candidate. Please email resume and references along with available start date to
Villa Maria Academy High School: Preview Breakfast for 6th & 7th grade families on April 20. This will offer a “sneak peak” at Villa Maria’s high school life. The 7th grade Practice Exam will be administered on Saturday, April 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.
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 (
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
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.
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: BSHS Fine Arts Department announces annual spring concerts and art expo: Sunday, April 29, 2:00 PM - Spring Jazz and Band Concert; May 11, 7:30 PM - Night of Voices, presented by our 3 choirs as well as Alumni and Faculty/Staff choirs. Works done by the Art students will be on display for the Art Expo on May 11.
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
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.
Volunteer English Program in Chester County: This program is an organization that prepares community members to become volunteer tutors for immigrants and refugees living in Chester County who need to learn English. Our next three day training session will be held at the Chester County Financial Stability Center - PA Career Link Building, located at 479 Thomas Jones Way, Suite 500, in Exton on Tuesday, May 15, Wednesday, Mary 16 and Tuesday, May 22, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM each day. Workshop Fee is $35 for materials and refreshments. For more information call the Volunteer English Program in Chester County (610-918-8222). Register for the training on line at www.volunteerenglish.org.
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.
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
Summer Program at Villa: Villa Maria is offering a summer program for girls K-8 (incoming Kindergarten students are welcome). Each week will center on a common theme. Campers will engage in language arts, religion, science, STEM, art and math activities. Cost is $225/week per camper. The camp is held from 8:30 AM-12:00 noon, at Villa Maria Lower School. Week 1 runs June 18-22 “Full Steam Ahead” & Week 2 runs June 25-29 “Tech THEN and NOW”. Register at https://goo.gl/PG4fgM. For more information contact Katie Bellopede (
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.
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.
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.
Insert to the Parish Bulletin for Sunday, April 22, 2018
Parish School News
Concert of Excellence: Congratulations to the students chosen to perform in the annual Msgr. D'Addezio Concert of Excellence at the Kimmel Center on Tuesday, April 17; they are: Lizzy Bernotas, Abbey Henshall, Hunter Hughes, Kate Kent, Grace Lane and Anne Mesiarik.
Sneak-a-Peeks: We will be holding two more Sneak-a-Peek sessions: this Wednesday, April 25, and next Thursday, May 3, 9:30-11:00 AM. It's a great opportunity to visit with students and teachers during a normal school day. For more information, please call the school office at 610-646-6540.
PSAC Meeting: The next meeting of the Parish School Advisory Council will be held this Wednesday, April 25, at 7:00 PM in the St. Luke conference room.
Applications for 2018-2019: We are already planning for a great 2018-2019 school year and we would like your family to be a part of it! Please contact Mrs. Liz Oulton (610-646-6540) to arrange for a tour and to pick up application materials.
Facebook: There are a lot of activities going on in our school, as we set our sights on the end of the 2017-2018 school year! Be sure to catch the latest updates, photos and videos on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SaintElizabethParishSchool
PA EITC/OSTC Tax Credit Program
This tax credit program benefits both Catholic schools and the individual and corporate donors by redirecting donor tax dollars to a designated school. Individual parishioners can participate in EITC through our Tuition Care Special Purpose Entity (SPE), while businesses can join the EITC/OSTC program and designate Saint Elizabeth Parish School as the recipient of their tax credits. More information about Tuition Care will be communicated shortly.
Next weekend, April 28-29, we will have a short informational presentation at the end of Mass to encourage participation in the EITC/OSTC Tax Credit Program. There will also be an EITC Cocktail Reception sponsored by The Foundation for Catholic Education on Thursday, May 10, 5:30-7:30 PM at Maggiano’s Restaurant in King of Prussia. For more info, call Judi Neeld at 610-793-8503.
FORMED - an Online Platform for Faith Formation
This online portal offers hundreds of opportunities to grow in the faith for adults, children and the whole family together. FORMED is now available to all Saint Elizabeth parishioners at no cost!
Have you ever wondered why intelligent, successful people would give up their careers, alienate some of their friends, and face disapproval from their families ... just to become Catholic? Find out by watching Convinced on Formed.org. To sign up for your free parish membership, go to STE.Formed.org and "register now." Enter your name, email address, create a password and you're in! Go to "Community" page to see Convinced and other recommended titles.
Knights of Columbus News
The Saint Elizabeth Council, Knights of Columbus, will hold their annual Mass & Communion Breakfast next Sunday, April 29, at 8:00 AM. A word of public thanks and appreciation to the K of C for their generous service to Saint Elizabeth parish and to the local community all year long!
Christ is risen, Alleluia! He is risen indeed, Alleluia!
Happy Easter Season to One and All!
Saint Elizabeth Catholic Church
CATHOLICS COMING HOME
No Greater Love
If it has been awhile since you have been with us and you have been wanting to take another look at your Catholic faith…. here is a special opportunity to Come and See.
Begins Monday, April 23
Discussion Series:
Monday, April 23 – Focus on the Mass
Monday, May 7 – Reconciliation
Monday, May 21 - The Creed
Monday, June 4 – A Stewardship Community
7:00-8:30 PM
Holy Family Meeting Room
located inside the main entrance of the church.
For more Information: call Deacon Barry Midwood
at 610-321-1200 or email
All are welcome at one or all of the discussions.
Our parish family is incomplete without you!
Please spread the word!
Join us for...
PRAYER AND UNDERSTANDING
OF
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
in our Chester County Homes
St. Elizabeth Invites the Community to a Prayer and Panel Presentation
TUESDAY, MAY 1 AT 7:00 PM
SAINT ELIZABETH CHURCH
120 SAINT ELIZABETH DRIVE
CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425
WWW.STELIZABETHPARISH.ORG
(610) 321-1200
In Chester County, there were 141 deaths from overdose in 2017 compared to 106 in 2016.
In Chester County in the last three years, 547 people have died of drug overdoses. 69% of those deaths were men.
Of those men, 47% were in the 25-44 age range.
Prescriptions for opioids increased nationally from 76 million in 1991 to 207 million prescriptions in 2013.
According to the CDC, alcohol is linked to 88,000 deaths each year which is more than the 64,000 drug overdose deaths in 2016
These statistics leave many of us feeling frightened, angry, sad, and powerless.
It will take the entire community, strengthened and enlightened by our faith, to tackle what often seems an overwhelming challenge.
On May 1, we will come together as a community to share information and connect with one another.
United in prayer, we will listen andhear what active steps we are called to take to respond to the opioid crisis and other addictions in our community.
St. Elizabeth Parish Church
120 St. Elizabeth Dr.
Chester Springs, PA 19425
(610) 321-1200
News from Saint Elizabeth Sister Parish Planning Team
In 2004 Saint Elizabeth & Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary first initiated a sister parish relationship to share experiences and activities. Over the years we have developed a warm friendship and enjoy activities together such as our October Food Sharing Luncheon, choir exchanges, and our support for the Visitation BVM School with Easter parties, “read alouds”, Advent Giving Tree and the July food collection.
ALL ARE INVITED!
Sunday, May 6
Saint Elizabeth Guitar Group travels to Visitation BVM Parish
2646 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia
and joins the Visitation Celestial Voices Choir at the 10:00 AM Mass.
The music will be both uplifting and spiritual!
An added bonus will be the Vietnamese community’s
Crawfish Festival!!
Carpooling is encouraged.
We will meet in the Saint Elizabeth parking lot at 8:45 AM, leaving for Visitation at 9:00 AM.
On Tuesday, May 8, join us as we share a favorite children’s book with the Pre-K – 3rd grade classrooms at Visitation BVM School.
Please contact Susan Brennan, 610-639-1078 or