A Word from Father Stokely
Christ is risen, Alleluia. He is risen indeed, Alleluia!
Yesterday, I attended the Diaconate Ordination for the seminarians from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia who are now preparing to be ordained to the Priesthood in May 2019. Alessandro Giardini and David O'Brien are among the men who were ordained this weekend - they are both Bishop Shanahan graduates and grew up in our neighbor parishes of St. Joseph and St. Peter, respectively. Please keep Alessandro, David and their classmates in your prayers, as well as those who will be ordained to the Priesthood this Saturday, May 18.
May God bless their ministry and fill their hearts with the love of the heart of his Son, Jesus Christ!
Fr. John P. Stokely
Finding My Path in Stewardship
Do you want to contribute your time and talents to Saint Elizabeth Parish, but you don't know where to start? Let us help find the right fit for you. All you need to do is go to the parish website (www.stelizabethparish.org), click on "Get Involved" and follow the path "offer your Stewardship." When you find the group or ministry that works for you, fill out the form and you will be contacted by the leader of the ministry/committee.
TuitionCare Program
The TuitionCare program, developed by the Foundation for Catholic Education, combines EITC/OSTC tax credits offered by the State of PA with a Tuition Reduction Grant to be provided by the Foundation to local Catholic schools. For more information about TuitionCare, come out for an information night in the social hall on Wednesday, May 23, at 7:00 PM or go to the parish website (stelizabethparish.org).
Memorial Day Holiday
All parish offices will be closed on Sunday, May 27, and Monday, May 28, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. For those who want to start their holiday off in a prayerful way, Mass will be offered in church at 9:00 AM that Monday. Note that we will not have Exposition on Monday, May 28. Happy Memorial Day!
Mass Intentions for the Week
May 12-13: Seventh Sunday of Easter
Saturday, 5:30 PM- John & Dorothy Walunas
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Peter Caruso
Sunday, 9:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Ben & Anna Stabinski & Rita Chapman
Monday, 7:30 AM- Corey Besack (3rd Ann)
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- James McDonald
Wednesday, 7:30 AM- John & Kathleen Kilgallen
Thursday, 7:30 AM- John Cutillo, III
Friday, 7:30 AM- Clifford Niles Beeson
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Lewis Ruppert
May 19-20: Pentecost Sunday
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Mitchell Batt
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Harold Gibson, Jr.
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Eugene O’Malley (11th Ann)
Sunday, 11:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Readings: Acts 2/1-11; Psalm 104;1 Corinthians 12/36-7, 12-13 or Galatians 5/16-25; John 15/26-27 or John 16/12-15.
Prayer Corner
Please pray for all those who are ill, including Paul Carachilo; Joseph Clark; Hannah Deese; Chiara Scotto Di Marco; Gary Gabriele; William Gardner; Barbara Hieber; Jackson Higgins; Frieda Hoffmann; Karen Johnson; Peter Kennedy; Robert Lion; Paul Logue, Jr.; Virginia Luteran; Geraldine Mc Dowell; Catherine Sirhil and Nancy Weaver.
We also remember those who have died, including Danell Halfmann, sister of Douglas Halfmann, and Marilyn Mellor, grandmother of John McKeeta. May all our departed loved ones rest in peace!
Legion of Mary
Rosary on the Green: The Legion of Mary invites all to a "Rosary on the Green" in front of Saint Elizabeth Church today (Sunday, May 13) at 6:00 PM as a public witness to the message of Fatima. This devotion to pray for world peace will continue on the 13th of each month, now through October.
Welcome New Parishioners
Saint Elizabeth parish warmly welcomes the following individuals, couples and families who registered during April: Stephen & Beth Galletta; Jesse & Sarah Garrison; Eugene & Lisa Jacobsen; Matthew & Rebecca Melleady; Jason & Courtney Moore; Joseph & Sharon Osinski; Joseph & Barbara Reisenwitz and Ryan & Courtney Seaver. Welcome to one & all!
Parish School News
Peacemakers: Congratulations to all the students who received the Peacemaker Award for the virtue of peacefulness at the First Friday Mass on May 4. May we all learn from their good example!
Neumann Scholar: Congratulations to Anna Bellafante, who was installed as a Class of 2022 Neumann Scholar on Sunday, May 6. Anna joins 9 other alumni who have been named Neumann scholars over the years since the school’s first graduating class in 2009.
Rosary: All are invited to join our students and staff in praying the Rosary in church this Thursday, May 17, at 2:00 PM and next Monday, May 21, at 8:30 AM.
Don't Miss Out: 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: We have many fun end of the year activities coming up! Check out the latest news, photos and videos on our school's Facebook page: www.facebook. com/SaintElizabethParishSchool.
Pastoral Outreach
Poor Box: Thank you to all who donate to our poor box. During March & April, a total of $2,853.43 was contributed in support of The Saint Agnes Day Room.
The poor box recipient for May & June is Safe Harbor of Greater West Chester, an independent, nonprofit organization providing food, shelter, friendship, counseling and recovery opportunities to homeless men and women in Chester County. Additional information regarding Safe Harbor is provided at the poor boxes.
Casserole Collection: The casserole collection for Saint John's Hospice will continue over the summer on the weekends of June 9-10, July 7-8 and August 11-12. Please remember those who depend on one hot meal per day at Saint John's Hospice. What about your favorite casserole? Pans are available in the narthex.
RCIA News
RCIA Inquiry: "Our hearts are restless until they rest in you." – St. Augustine. All restless hearts are welcome to the RCIA Inquiry meetings. Contact Beth Riordan (
First Holy Communion News
Congratulations to the following children who are receiving First Holy Communion next weekend:
5:30 PM Mass: Tobin Engle; Jack Magee; Jennifer Norwood and Kara Syernick.
11:30 AM Mass: Emma Gangemi; Lindsay Hein; Jonatha Hoyes; Gabriella Lastrina; Patrick Mooney; Gillian Moyer; Jake Pluckhorn and Audrey Scott.
Kudos to one and all!
FORMED - Online Faith Formation
Are you looking to get more out of Mass? Check out the new series: Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist on Formed. Find the biblical roots to the Eucharist and dive deeper into its role in the life of the Church and its members. 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 Presence and other recommended titles.
Elementary Faith Formation
Family Prayer of the Month/Living Rosary: Our prayer for this month, which is dedicated to the Blessed Mother, is the holy rosary. Our EFF closing prayer services will include a "Living Rosary." Complete with paper lantern "beads," our children will form a rosary around the church as they lead us in prayer. Crowning of the Blessed Mother will follow. All are welcome to join us in church on Monday, May 14, 5:00 PM; on Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 PM; or on Wednesday, May 16, 5:00 PM.
Registration for 2018-2019: Families can now register for next year online at the EFF page of the parish website. For details, call 610-646-6545.
We love and thank our EFF volunteers for making the year so amazing! We are now building our 2018-19 team and welcome all gifts and interests for a variety of positions. No experience needed - training is provided. Contact Beth Riordan, DRE (610-646-6545; briordan@ stelizabethparish.org) for more information.
Stewardship Call for Liturgical Ministers
We need you! Please check out the insert in today's bulletin to learn about our liturgical ministries. This is the time of year that we are looking for people to offer their stewardship service in some form during our weekend liturgies. Please consider this opportunity prayerfully. For more information contact Gen Miceli (610-646-6550 or
Baptism News
The next session of Pre-Jordan II: A Call to Christian Parenting, will be held on Saturday, June 9 and the next session of Pre-Jordan I: Your Baby’s Baptism will be held on Saturday, July 14. 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.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
All children ages 4-7 are invited to join the procession during our 9:30 and 11:30 AM Masses and participate in Children's Liturgy of the Word. Adult and teen ministers lead 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, contact Beth Riordan, DRE (610-646-6545;
Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Lunch & Learn: Last Lunch and Learn until September! Don't miss it this Thursday, May 17, at10:30 AM in the ministry center. Learn local history of the farms and homesteads taken by eminent domain from the 1950s to the 1970s to create the present-day Marsh Creek State Park. Catherine Quillman will present her illustrated lecture, Milford Mills: the Lost Village.
Games days will continue on the 4th Thursday of each month at 10:30 AM. Tickets are available for St. Joseph's Prime Time picnic on Wednesday, June 13, at 1:00 PM. Cost of the ticket is $10.00 and are available in the parish office.
If you would like to be put on the SAM mailing list, simply contact the parish services office (
Youth Ministry News
For information about youth ministry at Saint Elizabeth, go to the home page of the parish website (www. stelizabethparish.org) or contact Ryan Schwalm (
High School Youth Group: meets weekly on Tuesday nights, 7:00-8:30 PM in the CLC.
Mission Trip: The HSYG is building homes and building lives this summer with Habitat for Humanity in Fort Wayne, Indiana on July 20-27. Two spots remain for this annual summer mission trip. Contact Ryan Schwalm for more information.
Cornerstone Worship, the Youth Ministry music group, welcomes middle school and high school musicians and singers. We meet on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the CLC.
Are you a web master? St. Elizabeth HSYG and MSYG are seeking help to create vibrant website for youth ministry. Your talent will help to spread the word about all the amazing opportunities for youth to participate in their faith, the parish family and the wider community.
SEAM
CYO Soccer: Attention grades 5 to 8 soccer players! Registration is now open for CYO girls and boys soccer. Go to seamcyo.com to join the team and represent your parish! For more information, visit seamcyo.com or email
Financial Corner
Thank you for your consistent financial support of our parish community throughout the year.
Regular Collection for April 28-29
Weekend Contributions: $18,247.55
[Amount of Loose Cash: $1,605.05]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $ 8,759.00
Total Regular Collection: $27,006.55
Number of adult envelope contributions: 578
Knights of Columbus News
The Annual clothing drive on behalf of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will be held the weekend of June 2-3. Visit www.gogreendrrop.com for more info.
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
Senior Adult Ministry (SAM) Team: Monday (5/14), 3:00 PM, St. Luke
EFF Closing Prayer Service: Monday (5/14), 5:00 PM; Tuesday (5/15), 6:30 PM, Wednesday (5/16), 5:00 PM, church
RCIA: Mondays (5/14 & 5/21), 7:00 PM, St. John the Baptist
High School Music Ministry: Mondays, 7:00 PM, CLC
CRHP Men’s Team: Monday (5/14), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Pastoral Outreach Committee: Monday (5/14), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Pastoral Plan Implementation Committee: Tuesday (5/15), 7:30 PM, St. Matthew
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
Chosen Fathers: Tuesday (5/15), 7:30 PM, St. Mark
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM, chapel, and 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Middle School & 8th Grade Youth Groups: Wednesday (5/16), 5:30 PM, gym & St. John the Baptist
CRHP Women’s Team: Wednesday (5/16), 7:00 PM, education center library
Faith Formation Advisory Council: Wednesday (5/16), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Interfaith Action Committee: Wednesday (5/16), 7:00 PM, CLC
Walking with Purpose: Wednesdays (through May 30), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew & St. Luke
SAM Lunch & Learn: Thursday (5/17), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew & St. Mark
Women at the Well: Thursdays, 7:00 PM & Fridays, 9:00 AM, St. Mark
Kindergarten Daisies: Monday (5/21), 3:30 PM, art room
Parish Vocations Committee Discernment Program: Monday (5/21), 6:30 PM, chapel and 7:00 PM, priest residence
Joseph’s People: Monday (5/21), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Catholics Coming Home: Monday (5/21), 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Family Life Ministry Team: Monday (5/21), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Finance Council: Tuesday (5/22), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Advisory Council for Evangelization (ACE): Wednesday (5/23), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
CRHP Women’s Team: Wednesday (5/23), 7:00 PM, St. John the Baptist
SAM Game Day: Thursday (5/24), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew
Parish School-Prayer Service for Grandparents Day: Friday (5/25), 2:15 PM, church
1st Grade Daisies: Friday (5/25), 3:00 PM, CLC
Mass for Memorial Day: Monday (5/28), 9:00 AM, church
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
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Glenmoore: Join us for the following Spring Concerts: Friday, May 18, 7:30 PM, “A French Soiree”, music by J. P. Rameau and F. Couperin; Friday, June 1, 7:30 PM, “Music for a Summer Evening”, songs by Samuel Barber, Claude Debussy and Richard Strauss. Rachel Lipson, soprano; John Walthausen, piano. A free-will offering for the musicians will be gratefully accepted.
SS. Philip & James, Exton: We will be offering the Safe Environment, Protecting God’s Children Class on Wednesday, May 23, 6:00-8:30 PM, in the school cafeteria. Anyone interested can go to Virtus.org to register.
Save the Date: Please join us on Friday, June 1, 6:00 PM, at the Springfield County Club to honor Bishop Timothy C. Senior, Auxiliary Bishop and Rector of Saint Charles Seminary. All proceeds benefit Redemptorist Mater Archdiocesan Missionary Seminary of Philadelphia, whose seminarians leave family and country to come to Philadelphia to spread the Gospel and remain here as permanent priests for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. For tickets and table reservations or program ads, please contact Cathy O’Rourke (215-906-1170) or email
Marianist Family Retreat Center, Cape May Point: Gift of Days: Spirituality & Aging Retreat, June 5-7 (mid-week). This retreat is intended for those 55+ and will explore the mystery of aging and God’s desire for our spiritual fulfillment and development. The retreat will consist of input, quiet personal time, prayer rituals, Mass and small group sharing. Cost is $130 per person and includes program, lodging and meals. Sign up on line at www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829 for more information.
Marple Township Police Association: MTPA Horseshoe & Cornhole Tournament, Saturday, June 16, at Cardinal O’Hara High School. Registration begins at 8:00 AM & tournament begins at 9:00 AM. Cost is $60 per team; $500 to each winning team (finals-best of three). Contact Kevin McCaffrey (610-639-4199 or
Bishop Shanahan High School: BSHS and Dr. Richard Fuller offers a summer learning experience in four areas: Algebra I enrichment program (grades 5-9); Math Programs: Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus & Calculus (grades 8-12), Critical Thinking Skills program (grades 8-12) and a PSAT/SAT Program (grades 8-12) with a student-teacher ratio of 8-1. For more information call Dr. Fuller (610-247-5933). All classes begin June 18. Fall PSAT/SAT classes start September 10.
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.
SS. Philip & James, Exton: Summer Grief Sharing Sessions: Wednesdays, June 13 & July 11 and Tuesday, August 21. All sessions are held in the rectory meeting room from 7:00-8:30 PM. For more information and to register, contact Theresa Ferrari (
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.
Knights of Columbus #13141 Upcoming Events
Clothing Drive
WHEN: SATURDAY JUNE 2, 2018 4:30 – 7:00 PM
SUNDAY JUNE 3, 2018 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
WHERE: SAINT ELIZABETH CHURCH
LOOK FOR THE GREENDROP TRAILER IN THE CHURCH PARKING LOT.
There will be an attendant to help you.
THE BENEFICIARY is SOCIETY OF ST.VINCENT de PAUL
Place usable men’s, women’s and children’s clothing in plastic bags or boxes.
Kitchenware, games/toys, small appliances under 50 lbs, electronics, sporting goods, books, CDs & videos WILL BE ACCEPTED. Furniture, LARGE appliances, TVs or computer monitors WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Thank you for your support!
For a full list of accepted items visit: www.gogreendrop.com
Annual Golf Outing & Buffet Dinner
Friday, June 8, 2018
Registration begins at 10 AM. Putting contest begins at 11am.
Tee time will be at 12:30 PM, with a shotgun start.
Kimberton Golf Club
162 Ridge Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460
All Men and Women of the Parish are Welcome!!!
Come for Golf, Come for Dinner, Come for Both!
Prizes for longest drive; straightest drive; low and high net score!
Hole in One, $100,000 Grand Prize!
$30 dinner only (5:30pm);
$95 golf and dinner;
$530 foursome & hole sponsorship
Information, register and pay on-line go to kofc13141.org
make checks payable to:
Knights of Columbus
PO Box 262
Upper Uwchlan, PA 19480
Stewardship Call to Liturgical Service, 2018
Saint Elizabeth Church is a parish community committed to Catholic Stewardship, in which all of us are invited to offer our time, talent and treasure in service to others, both within and beyond our parish community. This stewardship is our way of responding in gratitude for the many gifts and blessings God has provided for us, especially the gifts of life and faith.
We have been very blessed with the active participation of so many parishioners. We are once again conducting a parish-wide stewardship call to liturgical service, so that all parishioners have an opportunity to participate in some form of liturgical service. Can you commit to 1-3 years of service starting in October, 2018? You will be trained! The scheduling program can block out your unavailable dates, schedule you with other family members or limit your service to once or twice a month. Couples can also take turns in sharing a ministry.
We ask that you prayerfully reflect upon becoming involved in a special way by playing an important role in the Mass. If you are already active, consider a personal invitation to someone you know, share your experience! We especially need parents with young children and teenagers to step forward and set an example for our young people.
Liturgical Minister Availability Form (Please print)
[If you already participate in a ministry and plan to continue, there is no need to fill out this form.]
Name:
Address:
City:
Phone: Email:
For scheduling, please list other family members and their ministry:
Check one:
*You must be 16+ years old for Lector and Usher; 18+ years old and a high school graduate for Extraordinary Minister.
☐ SACRISTAN
☐ Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
☐ EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER* (50 new people needed)
☐ LECTOR* (20 new people needed)
☐ LITURGICAL GREETER (many, especially at 11:30 Mass)
☐ USHER* (many, especially at 11:30 Mass)
☐ HOSPITALITY MINISTER (many, especially at 5:30 Mass)
☐ CHOIR MEMBERS & MUSICIANS
Please indicate the Mass times you are not available to serve:
☐ 5:30 PM Saturday ☐ 8:00 AM Sunday ☐ 9:30 AM Sunday ☐ 11:30 AM Sunday
Please drop this form into the box at the hospitality desk in the church narthex or send it to the parish office.
Questions? Contact Gen Miceli (