Word from Father Mullin
Saint Paul’s words to the Ephesians remain apt for our own times, all the more so in this age of social media:
All bitterness, fury, anger, shouting and reviling must be removed from among you. Be kind, to one another, compassionate and forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ.
If all of us took Paul’s words to heart and consistently put them into practice, we might experience a wonderful transformation of our conversations with one another at home, our “water cooler chats” at work and especially the transformation of online emails & blogs, Facebook & Twitter postings and all kinds of civic discourse about political issues and social concerns. Why, we might even enjoy speaking with one another again...
May the Holy Spirit continue to lead us in sustaining a holy and faithful parish community here at Saint Elizabeth, for unless the Lord build the house, they labor in vain who build it.
Fr. Tom Mullin
2018 Mission Cooperation Appeal
This weekend we welcome to Saint Elizabeth, Brother Dennis Lee, FSC, the provincial of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, who is speaking on behalf of the Christian Brothers, the recipient of this year's Mission Cooperation collection. Contributions may be dropped into the regular collection basket at Mass or sent directly to the parish office anytime during the week.
Solemnity of the Assumption Holy Day
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is being celebrated this Wednesday, August 15. This feast is a holy day of obligation for all Catholic believers. Mass will be celebrated in church at 7:30 AM, at 12:00 Noon, and at 7:00 PM. Note: all parish offices will be closed for the holy day.
RCIA News
Those seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith are welcome to our inquiry sessions. For more information, contact Deacon Kevin Mead (kmead@stelizabeth parish.org) or call the parish office (610-321-1200).
Legion of Mary
Rosary on the Green: Please join the Legion of Mary this Monday, August 13, at 6:00 PM for another Rosary on the Green out in front of the Church. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this public witness to our faith and to our love for the Blessed Mother. If is rains, we will meet at the covered front entrance of the church.
Mass Intentions for the Week
August 11-12: 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Pietro Sano
Sunday, 8:00 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Richard Kowalski
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Robert Shannon
Monday, 7:30 AM- Fr. Kevin Kelly
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- Roland & Adele Kalpas
Wednesday,7:30 AM- Ralph Grosso (1st Ann)
12:00 Noon- Mitchell Batt
7:00 PM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Thursday, 7:30 AM- Lloyd Shepps
Friday, 7:30 AM- Helen O’Driscoll
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Marshall & Ann Robison
August 18-19: 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Karen Smith
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Lynn Cugini
Sunday, 9:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Robert Walters
Readings: Proverbs 9/1-6; Psalm 34; Ephesians 5/1-20; John 6:51-58
Sacramental Confession: Individual confessions are heard in the daily Mass chapel on Saturday mornings at 9:00 AM. You can also make a personal appointment for confession by calling the parish office.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Please note that this Monday (8/13) Exposition will extend from 12:00 Noon until 4:30 PM (to accommodate a morning funeral). There will be no Exposition on Labor Day, September 3. Beginning on September 10, Monday Exposition will ordinarily close at 8:30 PM.
To volunteer for this prayer ministry, contact Mary Damian (
Prayer Corner
Please pray for all those who are ill, including Barbara Baig; Lawrence Brescia; Paul Carachilo; Daphne Cooper; Christine Harding; Michael Hliwski; Ronald Lassahn; Linda Malgieri; Marguerite McCutcheon; John McGinnis; Dan Patterson; Joan Reehil; Diane Schell; Josephine Sugg and Nora Wagner.
We also remember those who have died, including parishioner John Cruice, husband of Gertrude Cruice and father of Shawn Cruice; parishioner Dennis Cooney, son of Patrick & Tosca Cooney; and Herbert Smith, father of Kellyanne Patterson. May all our departed loved ones truly rest in peace!
2019 Mass Intention Book
Personal intentions may be arranged for Masses to be celebrated at Saint Elizabeth throughout 2019. One Mass each Sunday and holy day is reserved for the people of the parish. Unannounced intentions may be arranged at the parish office for Masses celebrated by retired priests.
To make arrangements for personal intentions, please stop in the parish ministry center during regular office hours (8:00 AM-4:00 PM weekdays; 8:45 AM-12:45 PM Sundays). A free will offering is requested when making arrangements.
Welcome New Parishioners
Saint Elizabeth parish warmly welcomes the following individuals, couples and families who registered in July:
Cesar & Loriana Aldama; Patrick & Danielle Boyle; Matthew & Alyssa Buckley; Christopher & Kristin Campanale; Leo & Jean Cognetti; Robert & Victoria Cooper; Eduardo & Cintia Guimaraes; Joseph & Melissa Izykowski; Stephen Kilty; Joseph & Colleen Lombo; Jay & Colleen Lynch; James Magee & Alyssa Marciano; Glen & Jackie Mariani; Andrew & Kimberly Mc Entee; Ricardo & Ana Pinto and Robert & Allison Whitener. Welcome to one & all!
Baptism News
The next presentation of Pre-Jordan I: Your Baby’s Baptism will be held on Saturday, September 8, and next presentation of Pre-Jordan II: A Call to Christian Parenting will be held on Saturday, October 13. Both programs begin at 10:30 AM. To register for a Pre-Jordan Program and/or to arrange for a baptism, call the parish office (610-321-1200).
Parish School News
2018-2019 School Year: There’s still time for your students to join us at Saint Elizabeth Parish School! The application period for next year remains open for all grade levels. For application information, contact Liz Oulton (
Social Media: Saint Elizabeth Parish School is now on Twitter and Instagram. If you like our page on Facebook (www.facebook.com/SaintElizabethParish School), check out the latest news on Twitter and Instagram, too: www.twitter.com/StEParishSchool and www.instagram.com/stelizabethparishschool.
Elementary Faith Formation
Stewardship Call: Joy-filled parishioners wanted! Join the EFF team! All gifts and talents are needed for positions from car line attendant to catechist (teacher). We also welcome teens in grades 7-12 to serve as classroom aides. To volunteer, contact Beth Riordan, DRE (
Registration for 2018-2019: Online registration is open for children in grades K-6. Teens in need of the Sacraments are also most welcome! Look under "Education" on the parish website (stelizabethparish. org) or email Beth (
New Evangelization
Christ Renews His Parish: The next women's overnight renewal will be held on September 28-29, 2018; and the next men's overnight renewal, on October 19-20, 2018. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend. The retreat provides an opportunity to experience personal growth in your faith in a relaxed welcoming environment. Online registration is now open at StElizabethParish.org or registration forms are available in the church narthex.
For more info or questions, women may contact Missey Kalucki (484-886-6739) or Carrie Mengel (484-888-3839); men may contact Greg Gatto (484-883-9997) or Matt Poliski (610-662-2568).
Pastoral Outreach- Sharing Our Bounty
Thank you to all who remembered to donate to this weekend’s collection of school supplies for needy students in our area. Your generous gifts will brighten up the faces of many children as a new school year begins in just a few weeks!
FORMED
Featured this month on our community page: The Ultimate Goal – Sister Raffaella Cavallin shares how at the height of her pro soccer career, she hears the Lord calling her; and The Giant King (grades K-4), a heartwarming story of the power of kindness. To sign up for your free parish Formed membership, go to STE. Formed.org and "register now." Enter your name and email address, create a password and you're in! Be sure to click "community."
Respect Life News
The US Bishops urge all the faithful to participate in a nationwide Novena for the Legal Protection of Human Life on nine Fridays, August 3 through September 28. Sign up at www.usccb.org/pray to receive weekly email or text reminders to pray and fast, and to learn more about the Roe v.Wade Supreme Court decision.
Safe Environment
For the protection of our youth, all adults who volunteer in any activity where children are present are required to have on file at the parish all PA state requirements and all requirements from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia before any service can begin. No one will be permitted to work with children in any capacity until they are in full compliance.
For specific information regarding requirements and to get the forms to be submitted, go to www.stelizabeth parish.org and use the drop down "Get Involved" then click on "Volunteers-Safe Environment Requirements." All forms must be sent to the Parish Services Office for processing. Questions may be directed to Gen Miceli (
Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Game Day: Seniors, come out on Thursday, August 23, to join neighbors and friends from Saint Elizabeth for an enjoyable morning starting at 10:30 AM in the parish ministry center. Game Day is held on the fourth Thursday of each month. All are invited; bring a friend!
Lunch and Learn: The next gathering will be held on Thursday, September 13, at 10:30 AM. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Diane Greco, principal of Saint Elizabeth Parish School, who will offer an insider’s view on today’s elementary Catholic education. Seniors can receive postcard notifications of upcoming events by calling the parish services office (610-646-6550) to have your name added to the SAM mailing list.
Joseph’s People
If you are unemployed, underemployed or in transition, you are welcome to attend Joseph's People. The next meeting will be held on Monday, August 20, at 7:00 PM in St. Luke. All are welcome. For more info, contact Dan Winand (
Youth Ministry News
For information about parish youth group events for 2018-2019, check the parish website or contact Ryan Schwalm (
High School Youth Group: meets weekly on Tuesday nights, 7:00-8:30 PM in the CLC.
SEAM
Cross Country: Registration for Cross Country is now open! Visit the SEAM website by following the link on the drop down "links" on the parish website.
Girls Fall CYO Volleyball: Coaches and parents are needed to help with this year’s program! To volunteer, email Craig Bauhaus (
CYO Cheer: Registration is open on the SEAM website (check the parish website for the link), now through August 31. Cheer is a 2-season sport, running from September through February. The mini-squad is open to grades 3-4; the varsity team is open to grades 5-8. All pertinent information and important dates are on the SEAM website under the Cheer tab.
Financial Corner
Thank you for your consistent financial support of our parish community throughout the year.
Regular Collection for July 28-29, 2018
Weekend Contributions: $17,769.70
[Amount of Loose Cash: $1216.10]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $ 8,189.55
Total Regular Collection: $25,959.25
Number of adult envelope contributions: 553
Thanks for your generous support of this year’s Mission Cooperation Collection for the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The annual appeal to support the Catholic University of America will be taken up next weekend, August 18-19.
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
Back to School Collection: Sat./Sun. (8/11-12), before all Masses, Holy Family Room
Casserole Collection: Sat./Sun. (8/11-12), before all Masses, Kitchen Bay Doors
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Monday (8/13), 12:00-4:30 PM, chapel
EFF Fifth Grade Catechists Meeting: Monday (8/13), 6:30 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Men’s Team: Mondays (8/13 & 8/20), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
Finance Council: Tuesday (8/14), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM, chapel, and 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Holy Day of the Assumption: Wednesday (8/15), Mass at 7:30 AM, 12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM. All parish offices closed.
Pastoral Plan Implementation Committee: Wednesday (8/15), 7:45 PM, St. Matthew
Joseph’s People: Monday (8/20), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
EFF 6th Grade Catechists Meeting: Wednesday (8/22), 6:30 PM, St. Luke
SAM Game Day: Thursday (8/23), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew
SEAM: Monday (8/27), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Catechist Orientation: Wednesday (8/29), 5:30 PM, Social Hall
CRHP Women: Wednesday (8/29), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Elizabeth Ministry: Thursday (8/30), 7:30 PM, St. Luke
Queen of Peace Marian Prayer Group: Fridays, 1:00 PM, chapel
Summer Hours for Church & Parish Offices [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.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
From now through Sunday, August 26, 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). Please note that there will be no CLOW on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend (September 2). To learn more and/or to volunteer as an adult leader or teen aide, contact CLOW coordinator, Andrea Bell (
OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Elder Care Needed: Looking for mature, reliable female to help care for elderly lady 3 mornings a week in her Chester Springs home. Please call Kim at 610-256-6462 for more information.
Bishop Shanahan High School: 12th Annual Endowment Fund Golf Outing is selling raffle tickets for a $10,000 prize! Tickets are $100 each, with only 200 tickets being sold. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Wendy Chapman (610-343-6238 or
Bishop Shanahan High School Alumni Association: Designer Bag Bingo, Friday, September 12, 7:00-9:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM). $25 in advance/$30 at the door for 10 games of Bingo, Special Raffles & 50/50 available. Light refreshments provided, BYOB! Reserve your space at www.shanahan.org. Proceeds benefit students in need of financial aid.
Volunteers Needed: Birthright of Pottstown has been helping pregnant moms and babies in need since 1980. We are in need of volunteers to continue our life-affirming mission. Anyone interested in helping us continue our mission can stop in to visit at 327 King Street, Pottstown, or call one of the co-directors: Carole (484-366-2065) or Lori (610-731-7012). A training session is scheduled for Wednesday, August 8.
SS. Simon & Jude, West Chester: Fourth Anniversary Retreat Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Saturday, August 18. The day begins with Holy Mass at 9:00 AM, celebrated by Msgr. Joseph Marino. Please bring your own lunch. For more info contact Annie Myers (610-322-1940 or
Weight Loss Program: The Trevose Behavior Modification Program (TBMP) is starting a new class in Exton on August 23. TBMP has no charges or membership fees. A voluntary contribution provides funds for expenses and supplies. Learn about your eating habits and activities and how to substitute good habits for bad habits. For more information and an application contact Joanne Force (
Pope John Paul II High School: Kick off the football season with a PJP Tailgate, Friday, August 24, 5:00 PM at St. Matthew’s Parish Center, Conshohocken. Food & drink, giveaways, legacy school merchandise & more. PJP vs. Kutztown at the A Field to follow at 7:00 PM. For more information visit pjphs.org or email Molly at
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul, Philadelphia: A very important work of the Cathedral Parish is the hospitality and information provided to our visitors every day. Our Cathedral Ambassadors provide a wonderful service in this way. The Cathedral Ambassadors answers questions and offer assistance to our visitors and provide a personal presence in the Basilica and put a face on the Church. The Cathedral Ambassadors are assigned 4 hours shifts. The schedule is flexible with assignments of one day or more a month. Training and materials are provided to support this evangelization ministry. For more information and/or to become a Cathedral Ambassador, please contact Martha Ortiz, at
Chester County Women’s Services: Join us on Saturday, September 15, for our annual Family 5K Run/Walk for Life. Proceeds enable us to continue to provide free services and support to our clients. Our goal this year is $15,000. Help us to reach our goal! For more information and to register go to runsignup.com/CCWS.
Holy Martyrs Fall Carnival: Tuesday, September 18 through Friday, September 21, 6:00-10:00 PM and Saturday, September 22, 3:00-10:00 PM (times are weather permitting). Enjoy rides, games and fantastic food! Play bingo, take a chance on the Raffle and nightly 50/50, enjoy live music, be entertained by a magician and much more! Craft beer and wine garden, doggie bar (bring your furry friends), food specials each night. Wednesday night is ride wrist band night. For more info call 215-884-8575 or holymartyrschurch.org.
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.
AbbeyFest2018: The 5th Annual AbbeyFest: Faith, Music & Family Festival will be held on Saturday, September 22. Save almost 20% on the base price ticket if purchased by midnight on August 31. Returning to headline this year’s AbbeyFest for the fifth time is Matt Maher joined by Building 429 and Oscar Rivera our Keynote Speaker, with more artists to be announced shortly. All ages are welcome. Close to 5,000 are expected. In addition to the great music, there will be crafts, games and fun for kids; religious items, food, Confessions, Vigil Mass and Candlelight Adoration. The event runs from 1:00 - 9:30 PM, at Daylesford Abbey in Paoli. Tickets are available online at TheAbbeyFest.com.
St. Bede the Venerable, Holland, PA: Third Annual Padre Pio Festival, Friday-Sunday, September 14-16. Date was changed in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the death of St. Pio of Pietrelcina. There will be special Masses on Saturday evening and again Sunday. A street procession and healing service, with confessions and blessing with relics, will follow the Sunday Mass. Buses are welcome. There will be plenty of free parking, food vendors, lives entertainment, tents and tables. For more information visit padrepiofestivalhollandpa.com or call 215-357-5720.
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.
Marianist Family Retreat Center, Cape May Point, NJ: Join us for the “Celebration of Marriage” Retreat, September 28-30. The weekend is intended for couples married at least 10 years. It honors and celebrates the commitment of marriage. We strike a deliberate balance among participation/reflection, liturgy, free time, fun activities and plenty of “couple time” for walks on the nearby beaches. Cost is $270 per couple which includes all meals, room and program. Sign up on line at www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829 for more information.
St. Mary of the Assumption, Phoenixville: Pre-Cana Program, Saturday, September 29, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (after the 4:00 PM Mass). This one-day program meets all the requirements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and a certificate is provided upon completion. The day includes lunch, snacks and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Call the parish office for an application (610-933-2526) or register online at www.stmaryassumption.org - click on Forms/Pre Cana.
Pilgrimage to Italy: The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is sponsoring a pilgrimage to Italy for the canonization of Pope Paul VI and Archbishop Oscar Romero from October 12-22, 2018. Trip will include Rome, Orvieto, Assisi, San Giovanni, St Maria Goretti Shrine and Frascati. For more information contact Select International Tours (800-842-4842, selectinternationaltours.com or
Help Wanted: Ascension Press, an Exton-based Catholic media company, has need for a full-time accounting clerk with AP/AR experience to assist in day-to-day accounting tasks. Excellent organizational and accuracy skills required. Prior experience preferred. For more information visit ascensionpress.com/pages/about_us/careers.
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.
Piano Lessons: St. Elizabeth parishioner seeking students interested in learning piano. Teaching since 1996. BA in Music/Audio Recording. $20 per half hour lesson. If interested contact Kathy (484-569-2996 or
Tutor Available for K-6: Parishioner and certified elementary education teacher with M.ED degree is available for tutoring sessions at an hourly rate in most elementary school subjects. If your child needs to brush up their skills in preparation for September, please contact Marcella at marcelladi
@hotmail.com.
Saint Elizabeth Parish Fall Bible Study
An Eight-Part Study from Ascension Press Featuring Jeff Cavins
Scripture and the Tradition of the Catholic Church provide an abundance of wisdom, though it can often be challenging to apply it to our lives. In this study, Jeff Cavins and Thomas Smith examine biblical wisdom as it relates to daily life. Drawing on the wisdom literature of the Bible – Proverbs, Wisdom, Sirach, and Ecclesiastes – Wisdom will teach you how to actively seek out sound guidance and increase your sense of peace in navigating life. In everything from friendships to finances, from making decisions to attaining peace of mind, Scripture offers a vision for happiness and well-being. With this program, you will learn how to gather, gain, and grow in wisdom, and you will experience the joy it brings to your life.
“Wisdom is seeing with God’s eyes.”
Pope Francis
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Dates, Times, Location: Cost/Registration:
Tuesdays, September 18 through November 20 $20
Mornings (9:30 – 11:00 AM) or Online Registration: goo.gl/cjvBnv
Evenings (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Please register by Sept. 5, 2018.
St. Matthew Conference Room, Mullin Ministry Center
For More Information:
Please contact:
Beth Riordan at
Donna Skinner at
Please visit AscensionPress.com to learn more.