A Word from Father Stokely
We learn from the creation story in Genesis that we are made in the image and likeness of God. That means that we are created in the image of the Most Holy Trinity. We are sons and daughters of God the Father; we are brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ; we are temples of the Holy Spirit.
On this Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, we confess that God is one, perfect in unity, and a communion of love. May the mystery we celebrate this weekend inspire us to reflect that same unity and love in our encounters with one another.
Fr. John Stokely
TuitionCare Program
The TuitionCare program, developed by the Foundation for Catholic Education, allows parishioners to redirect their PA state tax dollars in support of Catholic education and contribute to a tuition reduction grant for all Saint Elizabeth Parish School families.
For more information about TuitionCare and the PA EITC/OSTC tax credit programs, visit (www.stelizabeth parish.org) or contact Judi Neeld (jneeld@Foundation forcatholiceducation.org). The deadline for joining this program is Sunday, June 17, 2018.
Update on Parish Landscaping
Have you noticed the extensive planting of new trees, bushes, shrubs and flowers around the parish property in recent weeks? So what’s going on?
The construction of the new Columbia Pipe Line about two years ago entailed significant site disturbances along Fellowship Road and Pottstown Pike. The monies received by the parish in exchange for the right of access for the pipe line are being used to restore the parish landscape along the walking/bike trail, to replace some of the trees in the parking lot islands lost over the years and to add plantings in front of the education center and around the priests’ residence.
No additional parish funds have been spent on this project. Remember, too, that maintenance of the walking/bike trail remains the responsibility of Upper Uwchlan Township (not the parish).
Memorial Day Holiday
All parish offices will be closed this Sunday, May 27, and Monday, May 28, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Stars Rewards cards are not being sold this weekend, and there is no Monday Exposition. For those who want to start their holiday off in a prayerful way, Mass will be offered in church at 9:00 AM on Monday. Happy Memorial Day!
Mass Intentions for the Week
May 26-27: The Most Holy Trinity
Saturday, 5:30 PM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Ralph Nelson (41st Ann)
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Regina & John Mc Cann
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Jim Bold
Monday, 7:30 AM- Andrew Mulherin (18th Ann)
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- Marion Powers (1st Ann)
Wednesday, 7:30 AM- Mary Marino
Thursday, 7:30 AM- Martha Mathis
Friday, 7:30 AM- Catherine Markle
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Parish Memorial Mass
Robert Brady; Carmen Lara Be Butler; Mary Jane Fratel; Olga Hayduk; Joseph & Maureen Kerrigan; Joan King; Mary Ellen Kohri; Lee Layton; Joan O’Brien; Joseph Ortleib; Patricia Ostrowski; Joanne Schuchardt and Lester Shontz
June 2-3: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Mitchell Batt
Sunday, 8:00 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Deceased of Cartelli Family
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Pietro & Domenica Sano
Readings: Exodus 24/3-8; Psalm116; Hebrews 9/11-15; Mark 14/12-16, 22-26
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Please note that there is no Exposition on Memorial Day. Between June 4 and August 27, Exposition will close at 4:30 PM.
Prayer Corner
Please pray for all those who are ill, including Margaret Brown; Paul Carachilo; JoAnn Colletti; Anna DePaol; Cristina Duranti; Stephanie Hasaka; Jeannie Herman; Barbara Hieber; Frieda Hoffmann; Michael Kasper; Edward Killian; Anne Lefebrvre; Virginia Luteran; Pietro Sano; Helen Shekalis and Tea Warner.
We also remember those who have died, including Helen Stec, mother of Robert Stec; Richard Krause Bencker, grandfather of Benjamin & Bradford Bencker; Edmund Curry, son-in-law of Joan Reehil; and Sara Grozinski, mother of Lisa Ferrie. May all our departed loved ones rest in peace!
Memorial Mass for Father’s Day
On Saturday, June 16, the Bereavement Ministry Team invites you and your family to the 8:30 AM Mass in honor of our fathers and grandfathers who have died. We also invite fathers who have suffered the loss of a child. Join us after Mass for coffee and donuts, too.
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:
Parish School News
Grandparents/VIP Day: Thanks to all the grandparents and VIPs for making Friday such a special day for our students! Thanks to all of the stewardship volunteers who made the day possible.
Choral and Band Concert: Congratulations to all of the students who performed in the choral and band concerts this past Tuesday. A special word of thanks to our music directors, Mrs. Louise Shanley and Mrs. Mary Jo Springer, for putting together a great show!
Reading Olympics: Saint Elizabeth's Reading Olympics team participated in the Reading Olympics competition held on Thursday, May 17. They were awarded a Blue Ribbon- the highest level - for their efforts and expertise on a variety of books. Our students competed against teams from other schools throughout Chester County. Congratulations to our team and their mentor, Mrs. Mary Ellen Tomaine.
Class of 2027: We are looking forward to meeting the members of the incoming kindergarten class this week! For more info and application materials for next year, contact Mrs. Liz Oulton (610-646-6540 or eoulton @stelizabethparish.org)
Facebook: Our students have been busy with many great activities as our 2017-18 school year is coming to a close. Be sure to check out our school's Facebook page for the latest photos and videos: www.facebook. com/SaintElizabethParishSchool.
Pastoral Outreach
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.
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.
Adult Confirmation
Congratulations and blessings to parishioner Julie La Torre, who received the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul on Pentecost Sunday. May she enjoy the fullness of the gifts of the Spirit. Adults who have not yet received the Sacraments of Holy Eucharist and/or Confirmation are invited to contact DRE Beth Riordan (610-646-6545).
Elementary Faith Formation
EFF Staff: 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, at briordan@ stelizabethparish.org; 610-646-6545.
Registration for 2018-2019: Registration for next year is now open, with a new online option! Go online to stelizabethparish.org or call 610-646-6545.
Parish Prayer Ministry
We are looking for parishioners who can commit a specific 30 minute time slot each Monday or who will be available to substitute as needed to pray before the Blessed Sacrament on behalf of the parish community. You can share a time commitment with a friend!
To offer your stewardship service as a member of the prayer ministry team, contact Mary Ann Nelson (
Legion of Mary
Consecration to Jesus through Mary: The Legion of Mary invites those who wish to make their Total Consecration to Jesus Christ through Mary as a group, to please meet in church this Thursday, May 31, at 7:00 PM. Deacon Jim Mc Avoy will lead us in prayer in front of the Blessed Virgin Mary statue. Any questions, contact Janet Van Alstyne at
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.
Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Fun and Games: Game 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 (gmiceli@ stelizabethparish.org or 610-646-6550).
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 a 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 May 12-13
Weekend Contributions: $21,208.17
[Amount of Loose Cash: $1,847.17]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $26,434.65
Total Regular Collection: $47,642.82
Number of adult envelope contributions: 572
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Testimony Requested: The Historical Commission for the sainthood cause of Fr. Bill Atkinson, OSA (1946-2006), seeks information on him from the general public. We ask anyone who knew Fr. Atkinson to contact us and relate what you know about him. No story or encounter is too small.
Whether you met him at Msgr. Bonner H.S. or Archbishop Prendergast H.S., or at any of the parishes where he celebrated Mass or the Sacraments, we wish to have your written recollections. In particular, we are interested in obtaining personal letters or documents, mementos and unpublished source materials that may be used to foster a greater understanding of his life. Photographs or videos of Fr. Atkinson would also be useful. Please send your contact information to us, the Historical Commission for the Cause of Fr. Bill Atkinson, OSA, by email (atkinson.cause@ gmail.com) or telephone message (610-519-6937).
Knights of Columbus News
The Annual clothing drive on behalf of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will be held next weekend, June 2-3. Visit www.gogreendrop.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
Mass for Memorial Day: Monday (5/28), 9:00 AM, church
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
AFF Bible Study Planning Team: Tuesday (5/29), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Parish Stewardship Council: Tuesday (5/29), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM, chapel, and 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Walking With Purpose-Connect Coffee: Wednesday (5/30), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Women’s Team: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, St. Mark
CRHP Continuation Committee: Wednesday (5/30), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
SEAM Volleyball Clinic for Fourth Graders: Thursday (5/31), 6:00 PM, gym
Pastoral Plan Implementation Committee: Thursday (5/31), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Women at the Well: Thursdays, 7:00 PM & Fridays, 9:00 AM, St Mark
K of C Clothing Drive: Sat./Sun. (6/2-3), before all Masses, church parking lot
Pastoral Outreach Collection for Aquinas Center: Sat.-Sun. (6/2-3), before all Masses, Holy Family Room
Social Fellowship Committee - Donut Social: Sunday (6/3), 8:30-11:00 AM, social hall
Welcome Blessing for Recently Registered Parishioners: Sunday (6/3), 9:30 AM Mass, church
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Mondays, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, chapel
Social Fellowship Committee: Monday (6/4), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
SEAM: Monday (6/4), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Joseph’s People: Monday (6/4), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Knights of Columbus: Tuesday (6/5), 7:30 PM, St. Matthew
Pastoral Council: Tuesday (6/5), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Spirit Newsletter Committee: Tuesday (6/5), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
BSHS Baccalaureate Mass: Wednesday (6/6), 7:00 PM, social hall, church, narthex, chapel
Middle School & 8th Grade Youth Groups: Wednesday (6/6), 5:30 PM, gym & St. John the Baptist
Parish Youth Council: Thursday (6/7), 6:30 PM, CLC
Pre-Jordan II: Saturday (6/9), 10:30 AM, ministry center
Casserole Collection: Saturday/Sunday (6/9-10), before all Masses, social hall kitchen
CRHP Men’s Team: Monday (6/11), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Liturgical Music Planners: Monday (6/11), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Pastoral Plan Workshop for Ministry Leaders: Tuesday (6/12), 7:00 PM, ministry center
8th Grade Graduation Mass & Reception: Wednesday (6/13), 7:00 PM, church & social hall
Mass for Closing of Parish School: Friday (6/15), 10:00 AM, church
OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Re/Max Real Estate, Byers Road, Chester Springs: Join us on Wednesday, May 30, 6:00-7:30 PM, for a free seminar on planning your funeral and cemetery arrangements in advance. Sponsored by Liberty Union Insurance. For more information and to reserve your space call Chris at 610-644-9150. Seating is limited!
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Glenmoore: Join us for a Spring Concert on 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.
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
Vigil for Life: Join Rev. Denis G. Wilde, OSA, as a volunteer Helper of God’s Precious Infants on Saturday, June 2, 8:00 AM Mass at Saint Agnes, West Chester, followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood.
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.
Holy Martyrs Parish, Oreland: Join us for our Belmont Stakes Gift Card Bingo on Saturday, June 9, 5:30-8:30 PM. $20 per person admission includes 5 bingo games, Nathan’s Hot Dogs, salads, condiments, soda & water. BYOB! 50/50 Raffle. Watch the Preakness Race live on a 65 inch TV, and bet on the horses. For more info email
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 (
St. James High School Alumni Association: “Keeping the Spirit Alive at 25" Mass & Luncheon on Wednesday, June 13 at St. Rose of Lima Church, followed by an All-Class Luncheon at the Doghouse. This is a catered affair and reservations must be made by calling The Doghouse at 610-876-2006 no later than Monday, June 11. For more info contact the Doghouse at stjdoghouse@
comcast.net.
The Culture Project Banquet: The Culture Project, a non-profit educational initiative endorsed by Archbishop Chaput, will hold a banquet on Saturday, June 16, 6:30 PM, at the Meehan Center at SS. Simon & Jude, West Chester. Learn more and RSVP by June 9 at thecultureproject.org/banquet2018.
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.
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 (
Coatesville VA Medical Center: Spirituality & Suffering: Sustaining Hope in the Darkness, Thursday, June 21, 8:30 AM-4:00 PM. There is no fee for the workshop and refreshments and lunch will be provided. For more information and to register email
West Catholic Alumni Association: 31st Annual “Burrs at the Beach” celebration will be held rain or shine, on Saturday, June 24, 1:00-9:00 PM, at The Inlet on Olde (formerly Westy’s Irish Pub), North Wildwood, NJ. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 day of affair. For tickets and/or information please contact any of the following: Tom Dorrian ‘61 (484-431-0781), Mary Moran ‘56 (610-356-6072), George Light ‘58 (610-996-2015) or Peg (Sheffield) Panichelli ‘65 (610-420-0987).
St. Joseph, Spring City: Join us on Saturday, June 30, 11:00 AM for a Mass in support of those suffering from addiction. All are welcome! Celebrant is Reverend Charles R. O’Hara, Pastor. Addiction has touched far too many families and taken far too many of our loved ones. Join us that we may draw strength from one another in the power of our faith. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).
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. Mary Polish American Society: 3rd Annual Polka Fest at the TK Club (521 E. Hector Street, Conshohocken), Sunday, June 24, 12:00-5:00 PM. Event will feature live Polka music, delicious Polish food, 50-50 drawing and other games of chance, a basket raffle, and baked goods sale. Families welcome. There will be games for children with plenty of prizes. Admission is $10 in advance ($15 day of event) for adults, $7 for children and free for children under age 6. Purchase tickets by June 13. For more information and tickets email
Flame of Love-School of Catholic Spirituality: Join us for “When the Saints Coming Marching In” on Saturday, June 23, Annunciation BVM Parish, Havertown, 8:30 AM-2:00 PM. For more information and to register call 610-622-4257. Event is free of charge. Bring your own lunch!
Retrouvaille: Does the distance between you and your spouse seem wide? Are you already separated? Are you looking for a better way? Retrouvaille can help and offers hope for a better relationship. Retrouvaille is Christian-based and Catholic in origin, but welcomes couples of all faiths as well as non-religious couples. The program can help you get your relationship back on track. Our next weekend will be help at the Family Life Center in Malvern, August 17-19. For more information or to register for one of our weekends, visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 1-800-
470-2230. All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.