A Word from Father Mullin
In writing to the community of disciples in Corinth, Saint Paul offers some sobering words to us, too:
We all must appear before the judgment seat of Christ.
In his letter to the Romans, Paul gives a similar caution:
Each of us shall have to give an accounting of himself to God.
Who of us wants to hear about divine judgment (unless it’s a judgment against the other guy!)? Nevertheless, even as we rely upon God’s mercy, we would do well to prepare ourselves to meet the Lord by being reconciled to God. Sacramental confession is available every Saturday at 9:00 AM in chapel - the Lord is waiting...
Fr. Tom Mullin
Permanent Diaconate Ordination
Congratulations to parishioners Jonathan Hess and Kevin Mead, who were ordained to the permanent diaconate on Saturday, June 9. We are happy to announce that Archbishop Chaput has assigned Deacon Kevin to our parish, while Deacon Jon will be serving at St. John the Evangelist Church in Morrisville, PA. May God bless their diaconate ministry among the People of God in the years to come!
Parishioners Active in the Armed Services
Parishioners and the family members of parishioners who are currently serving in the Armed Forces will be acknowledged in a Book of Prayer at the 9:00 AM Mass on Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4. Forms are available in the narthex to list the names of loved ones who are serving in the military. Please return the form to the ministry center by Monday, June 25, to have your loved ones included in the roll call at the Mass.
K of C Monument to the Unborn
The Saint Elizabeth Council, Knights of Columbus, has dedicated a stone monument in memory of all unborn children, located in front of the Saint Elizabeth statue outside the front walkway to the church. Please stop by sometime to check out the monument and, if you wish, to offer a prayer for all unborn children.
Mass Intentions for the Week
June 16-17: 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Robert Mc Gonagle
Sunday, 8:00 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Gerald Woltman (4th Ann)
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Paul Mullin (47th Ann)
Monday, 7:30 AM- Intentions of Michael Colgan
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- Daniel Wepryk (1st Ann)
Wednesday, 7:30 AM- Allan & Elizabeth Young
Thursday, 7:30 AM- Janet Church
Friday, 7:30 AM- Timothy McCormick
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Genevieve Mulherin (23rd Ann)
June 23-24: Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Patricia Ostrowski
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Nicholas Sciallo
Sunday, 9:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Paul W. Stokely (4th Ann)
Readings: Isaiah 49/1-6; Psalm 139; Acts of the Apostles 13/22-26; Luke 1/57-66, 80.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Please note that between now and August 27, Exposition will close at 4:30 PM on Monday afternoons. There is no Exposition on Labor Day, September 3.
Prayer Corner
Please pray for all those who are ill, including Theresa Ayo; Lawrence Brescia; Carl Conway; Cristina Duranti; Maureen Bole Gibbons; Beverly Gregor; Christine Harding; Susan Morgan; Andrew Mulherin; Helen Polk and Sarah Wisely.
We also remember those that have died. May all are departed loved ones rest in peace!
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Between this Sunday, June 17, and Sunday, August 27, CLOW will be conducted for both age groups (pre-K & K and grades 1-4) during the 9:30 AM Mass only (not at the 11:30 AM Mass). Thanks to all who offer their service to CLOW throughout the year!
To learn more and/or to volunteer as an adult leader or teen aide, contact CLOW coordinator, Andrea Bell (
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
Class of 2018: Congratulations to the 39 boys and girls who graduated this past Wednesday. Since 2009, a total of 300 students have graduated from our parish school. May God continue to bless all our alumni and their families in the years ahead!
2018-2019 School Year: Have you been considering enrolling your child in our parish school? The application period for next year remains open for all grade levels. For more info and application materials, contact Liz Oulton (
Facebook: We invite you to view photos and videos from our end of the year celebrations and graduation at www.facebook.com/SaintElizabethParishSchool.
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 or Anne Polese at the EFF office (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.
Pre-Cana Program
Are you planning a wedding? Saint Elizabeth will be offering a marriage preparation program, Pre-Cana, on September 21-22. If you are engaged and looking for a program to attend, go to the parish website (www.stelizabethparish.org) for information.
The program will take place on Friday night, 7:00- 8:30 PM, and all day on Saturday, beginning with Mass in the church at 8:30 AM and concluding at 4:00 PM.
You can register by going to the parish website: click on Parish..sacraments..marriage..Pre-Cana program registration. If you would like to become part of the Pre-Cana team or if you have questions, contact Gen Miceli in the parish services office (610-646-6550).
Baptism News
The next presentation of Pre-Jordan I: Your Baby’s Baptism will be held on Saturday, July 14, and the next presentation of Pre-Jordan II: A Call to Christian Parenting will be held on Saturday, August 11. 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.
Pastoral Outreach Events
Here are several opportunities to help those who are in need this summer. Please take a moment to consider these stewardship opportunities to "share our time, talent and treasure in service to the needs of others."
Casseroles: Thank you for the 74 casseroles that were sent to St. John's Hospice this past Monday. The next collection weekends are July 7-8 and August 11-12. We also need people to collect the casseroles on these weekends. For details, please contact Angie Fiore (
VBVM Food Collection: We will be collecting food to re-stock the pantry at Visitation BVM on the weekend of July 14-15. Manna bags will be available on the weekend of July 7-8, to be returned on July 14-15.
Collection of School Supplies: On the weekend of August 11-12, we will hold a back to school collection for supplies for local children. If you are away on vacation, you can drop your donation at the parish office between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM any day the week before the collection. To help with collections before Mass, contact Julie and Will Christman (
Transportation Committee: This team drives people to Mass on Sundays and occasionally to medical appointments during the week. If you are going to Mass and have room in your car, please consider picking up someone who otherwise would not be able to make it to church. Contact Gerry Caggiano (
Joseph’s People
If you are unemployed, underemployed or in transition, you are welcome to attend Joseph's People. For the summer months, Joseph's People will meet on the third Monday evening of the month at 7:00 PM in St. Luke. All are welcome. For more information contact Dan Winand (
Stewardship Call for Liturgical Ministers
Don't just GO to church, BE the Church! We need liturgical ministers in all areas: Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Readers of the Word, Liturgical Greeters, Ushers, Hospitality Ministers, Sacristans, Singers and Musicians, Sound Techs and Liturgical Decorators! Please consider offering your stewardship service in some form during our weekend liturgies. For more information contact Gen Miceli (610-646-6550 or
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.
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 Track: Congratulations to the boys and girls teams for winning 1st place in the Regional Championships at Bishop Shanahan HS on May 5!
At the Area Championships at Plymouth Whitemarsh HS on May 20, the boys won 2nd place and the girls won 3rd place. And at the Archdiocesan Championship Meet for 110 teams at Franklin Field on June 2, the boys won 3rd place and the girls won 8th place! Kudos to both teams and all their coaches. Happy summer!
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
Girls Fall CYO Volleyball: Registration is open now through August 10! Girls in grades 4-7 can now register online by going to the parish website and follow the "link" to Saint Elizabeth Athletic Ministry. Practices start before school starts, so register now. Coaches and parents needed! To volunteer, contact Craig Bauhaus (
Knights of Columus
The Saint Elizabeth Knights of Columbus and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul would like to thank all the parishioners who participated in the recent clothing drive. We collected 540 bags and boxes of clothing and household items! Thank you to one and all!
Financial Corner
Thank you for your consistent financial support of our parish community throughout the year.
Regular Collection for June 2-3, 2018
Weekend Contributions: $21,876.50
[Amount of Loose Cash: $1,160.00]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $26,266.09
Total Regular Collection: $48,142.59
Number of adult envelope contributions: 722
The annual Peter's Pence Collection to support the charitable works of the Holy Father around the world will be taken up at all parish Masses next weekend. Those who will be away are most welcome to send their contributions directly to the parish ministry center. Thank you for your generosity.
We encourage parishioners who are out of town on vacation weekends to continue their financial support of Saint Elizabeth during the summer months. Why not consider Auto-Giving all year long?
Summer Hours for Church & Offices
Beginning this Monday, June 18, and continuing through Friday, August 31, the church will be open for personal prayer between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Mondays thru Saturdays, and between 7:30 AM and 1:30 PM (after Baptisms) on Sundays.
Now through Friday, August 31, the parish ministry center offices will be open between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on regular weekdays, and between 8:45 AM and 12:45 PM on Sunday mornings. The education center offices will be open between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM on regular weekdays during the summer.
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.
Congratulations to all our Graduates!
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Mondays, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, chapel
Joseph’s People: Monday (6/18), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
Chosen Fathers: Tuesday (6/19), 7:30 PM, St. Mark
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays (6/20 & 6/27), 6:00 PM, chapel, and 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Cub Scout Parent Meeting: Wednesday (6/20), 6:00 PM, CLC
Parish School Advisory Committee: Wednesday (6/20), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Spirit Newsletter Committee: Wednesday (6/20), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Interfaith Action Committee: Wednesday (6/20), 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Queen of Peace Marian Prayer Group: Fridays, 1:00 PM, chapel
SEAM Board: Monday (6/25), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Men’s Team: Monday (6/25), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Pastoral Plan Implementation Committee: Tuesday (6/26), 7:15 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Women’s Team: Wednesday (6/27), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
CRHP Continuation Committee: Wednesday (6/27), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
SAM Game Day: Thursday (6/28), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew
Liturgical Life Training & Formation Team: Thursday (6/28), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Knights of Columbus Patriotic Rosary: Wednesday (7/4), 8:00 AM, chapel
Independence Mass with Remembrance of Those Serving in Armed Forces: Wednesday (7/4), 9:00 AM, church
Legion of Mary: Saturday (7/7), 9:00 AM, Holy Family Room
Casserole Collection: Saturday/Sunday (7/7-8), before all Masses, social hall kitchen
Summer Hours for Church & Parish Offices
(June 18 through August 31)
Church: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM, Mondays thru Saturdays;
7:30 AM-1:30 PM (after Baptisms) on Sundays.
Ministry Center Offices:
8:00 AM-4:00 PM on weekdays;
8:45 AM-12:45 PM on Sunday mornings.
Education Center Offices:
7:30 AM-3:30 PM on regular summer weekdays.
OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Daylesford Abbey, Paoli: Part-time position available to join the Kitchen Support/Cook Team. For more information, please contact Fr. William Trader (
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
IHM Sister’s Night: The IHM Sisters invite single young women (ages 18-35) to join them on Friday, June 22, 6:00-9:00 PM at the IHM Motherhouse in Immaculata, PA. This is a great opportunity for young women who are curious about religious life to spend some time with the sisters in an informal setting. The evening includes a cookout, wiffle ball and s’mores and concludes with Night Prayer in the Mother House chapel. For more information and/or to RSVP, please contact Sr. Marianne (
IHM Discernment Retreat: Experience a weekend retreat at the IHM Mother House ( Friday, June 22, 6:00 PM through Sunday, June 24, 1:00 PM) with the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary sisters, novices and postulants. Single young women (ages 18-35) are invited to come for a weekend of prayer, spiritual conferences, meals and times of recreation with the sisters. Daily Mass, Liturgy of the Hours, and Eucharistic adoration are included in our weekend retreat. Contact 610-889-1553 or
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).
Mayor’s Opioid Action Task Force: Join us for “Focus on the Family”, an interactive Panel Discussion for Families and Friends Impacted by the Opioid Crisis. This presentation will be held on Tuesday, June 26, 7:00 PM, at the Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center, 1 E. Chestnut Street, West Chester (parking is available in the garage across Chestnut Street). Visit www.opioidactionwc.org for more information.
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.
Charismatic Retreat: Friday, June 29-Sunday, July 1, at Malvern Retreat House. Retreat directors are Sr. Ann Shields of Renewal Ministries and Fr. James Blount, SOLT. Music byFirehill & Mark Griswold. For more information and to register visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400.
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).
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. 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!
Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel: Join the Discalced Carmelite Nuns for the Novena beginning on July 8 and ending on the Feast itself on July 16. The Novena begins each evening at 6:30 PM with the Holy Rosary and the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary followed by Holy Mass at 7:00 PM. Confessions are available between 6:30 and 7:00 PM. The Mass will be celebrated in the Extraordinary Form and the closing Mass on July 16 will be a Solemn High Mass. The Homilist is Fr. Kenneth C. Brabazon, Parochial Vicar at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul, in Philadelphia. Location is the Carmelite Monastery, 66th & Old York Road, Philadelphia.
Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist, Birdsboro: Fatima Evening, July 11, 6:00-8:00 PM, led by Fr. Henry McCreedy. The event will include Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Praying of the Rosary, an Act of Consecration of Our Nation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Eucharistic Benediction, and Mass. For more info and to register,
email
Women of Grace Retreat: July 13-15 at Malvern Retreat House with Johnnette Benkovic, Founder and President of Women of Grace, Fr. Philip Scott, Kathleen Beckman and Susan Brinkmann. For more information and to register visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400.
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.
Saint Monica, Atlantic City: Wedding of the Sea Festival (Aug. 15) Schedule of Events - Feast of the Assumption Mass, Boardwalk Hall, 12:00 Noon, followed by Procession of Blessed Mother & Benediction on the Boardwalk, Blessing and Wreath Toss at the Surf. Festival at St. Michael’s, Georgia Avenue, 1:00-7:00 PM. For more information visit Wedding of the Sea Website. If you are interested in our Wedding of the Sea Bus Program which includes bus transportation from your location, VIP seating for all guests at the Mass at Boardwalk Hall, 3 raffle tickets per guest to be used at the Festival and more, contact Jim Persenda (609-204-1319).
Save the Date: Mothers’ Home First Annual Gala Dinner and Fundraiser on Friday, September 21, at Drexelbrook Ballroom. Please join us for a wonderful night of dinner and dancing in support of the women and children of Mothers’ Home. Meet and congratulate our honoree, Msgr. Ralph Chieffo, pastor of St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Media, for his unwavering support of our program. Ticket and sponsorship information can be found on our website: mothershome.org.
St. Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Church, Yardley, PA: Join the Marian Missionaries of Divine Mercy for an inspiring retreat featuring best selling author and acclaimed speaker, Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC. The retreat begins with one conference on Friday evening, September 21 at 7:15 PM. Saturday will begin with Mass at 7:45 AM and end at 4:30 PM. For more information and to register visit https://events.marianmissionaries.org/events/mercy-mary-retreat-philadelphia-pa.
Visitation BVM, Norristown: Calling all Seniors! Do you like Bingo, Bridge, Pinochle? The Seniors meet Thursdays, 11:30 AM-3:00 PM in the Larkin Center at Visitation BVM, 196 N. Trooper Road, Norristown, PA.