A Sad Word from Father Mullin
For three weeks in a row, the Responsorial Psalm proclaims: “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.”
I expect that many Catholic believers, and the public community at large, are finding it difficult to impossible to see the “goodness of the Lord” in the persons of the ordained ministers of the Church who are responsible for the tragic and horrifying abuse of so many young children across our home state over so many years.
The recently released Grand Jury Report about past abuse in six Pennsylvania dioceses and international accounts from around the globe (Chile to Ireland to Australia...), painfully reopens the deep wounds borne by so many men and women who have suffered sexual abuse in their childhood and/or teenage years.
So once again, as I did in 2005 and 2011, I encourage all of our parishioners to pray for a healing of mind and heart for those who have suffered any form of personal abuse from an ordained minister, religious sister or brother, a teacher or coach, family member or other adult. May God grant them peace!
Let us pray also for those whose faith has been weakened and whose trust in the Church has been shattered by the public disclosure of the sinful behavior and institutional mismanagement of priests, bishops and other church personnel in the abuse of so many young people over the years. May God bring healing to the whole Church as we renew our commitment to care for and protect the most vulnerable of our brothers and sisters in the Body of Christ!
Fr. Tom Mullin
Stewardship Call for Liturgical Ministers
Many of our current liturgical ministers will be completing their terms of service this fall. We are now looking for parishioners to step up to be extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, lectors, parish greeters or hospitality ministers, ushers or sound techs, and team members for the Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW). To offer your stewardship service and/or for more info, stop by the Information Station in the church narthex or contact Gen Miceli (610-646-6550;
Mass Intentions for the Week
August 25-26: 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Ralph Grosso
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Paul Clifford
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Pietro & Carmela Catanese
Sunday, 11:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Monday, 7:30 AM- Louis Martel, Jr.
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- Ed & Jean Linaugh
Wednesday,7:30 AM- Zachary Duval
Thursday, 7:30 AM- Robert Naylor
Friday, 7:30 AM- Angiolina Cellini
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Parish Memorial Mass
Joseph Cizmarik; Dennis Cooney; Mary Jane Ellis Edna Hoelzle; John McGinnis; Rosemary Reitz; Herbert Smith; Robert Schmidt and Charles Stefanski.
September 1-2: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday, 5:30 PM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Lawrence Crowley
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Josephine Gosik
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Abigail Ryan
Readings: Deuteronomy 4/1-2, 6-8; Psalm 15; James 1/17-18, 21b-22, 27; Mark 7/1-8, 14-15, 21-23
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: Exposition closes at 4:30 PM this Monday, August 27. There will be no Exposition on Labor Day, September 3. Beginning on Monday, September 10, 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; Virginia Brown; Peter Ferraro; Paul Geary; Michael Hliwski; Josephine Hughes; Ronald Lassahn; Marguerite McCutcheon; Mary Mulherin; Edward Musuras; Joan Reehil; Diane Schell and William Schell. We also remember those who have died, including Mary Jane Ellis, mother of Mary Ann Hughes and Robert Schmidt, father of William Schmidt. May they rest in peace.
2019 Mass Intention Book
Personal intentions may now be arranged at the parish ministry center 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. A free- will offering is requested when making arrangements.
RCIA News
“O God, you are my God - it is you I seek!” (Psalm 63:1). Those seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith are welcome to our inquiry sessions on Monday evenings. If you have a non-Catholic spouse, another relative, friend or neighbor who might be interested in participating in the RCIA, please encourage them to contact Deacon Kevin Mead (kmead@stelizabeth parish.org) or call the parish office (610-321-1200).
Baptism News
The next presentation of Pre-Jordan I: Your Baby’s Baptism will be held on Saturday, September 8, and the 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
What Our Students Are Saying: You may recall reading some of our parent testimonials in previous bulletins this summer. Now find out what our students are saying about the parish school at www.stelizabethparishschool .org/student-testimonials.
It's Not Too Late: There's still time for your students to join us at Saint Elizabeth Parish School for the 2018-19 school year! Classes begin on Tuesday, September 4. Please contact Liz Oulton in the school office as soon as possible for application materials. Call 610-646-6540.
Back to School Reminder for Our Students: Don’t forget to take time to complete summer reading assignments!
Social Media: Saint Elizabeth Parish School is now on Twitter and Instagram. If you like our page on Facebook (www.facebook.com/SaintElizabethParishSchool), 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! In order to meet the needs of our families, the following positions must be filled:
Monday Afternoon (4:45 to 6:00 PM): catechists for grades 4-5; babysitter support.
Tuesday Afternoon (4:45 to 6:00 PM): catechists for grades 1-2-3.
No experience necessary. Training is provided! Those interested in applying should contact Beth Riordan, DRE,
Registration for 2018-2019: EFF Classes begin the week of September 10! 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 (
Adult Faith Formation
Fall Bible Study: Join us for Wisdom: God's Vision for Life! Learn how the Old Testament Wisdom Literature (Proverbs, Wisdom, Sirach, and Ecclesiastes) can teach you how to actively seek out sound guidance and increase your sense of peace in navigating life.
The weekly series runs on Tuesdays, September 18 through November 20, 9:30-11:00 AM or 7:00-8:30 PM. Each session includes small group prayer & discussion and a DVD lecture with Jeff Cavins and Thomas Smith of Ascension Press. Cost is $20 for the study guide. Register by September 5, either online at: goo.gl/cjvBnv or call Donna Skinner (610- 873-0508).
FORMED
Featured Movie for August: Restless Heart, the story of St. Augustine. This first full-length feature movie on Augustine uses a historic backdrop to tell the true story of one of the Church's most beloved and well-known saints. Its message of sin, conversion, and redemption is as timely today as it was in the fifth century. To sign up for your free parish Formed membership, go to STE.Formed.org and "register now." Enter your name & email address, and create a password. Be sure to click "Community.”
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).
Called & Gifted Workshop: Have you ever thought about what the Lord is calling you to do? Attending this workshop is a great way to discover your gifts and respond to His call. The four part workshop will be held in the St. Luke Conference Room, 7:00-9:00 PM, on Mondays, September 10 & 24 and October 8 & 22. Sign up at www.stelizabethparish.org or for more info, contact Chris Hill at
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- Protecting 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 is 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)
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. To receive postcard notifications of upcoming events, call the parish services office (610-646-6550) to have your name added to the SAM mailing list.
Youth Ministry News
For information about parish youth group events for 2018-2019, check the parish website or contact Ryan Schwalm (
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 (
Financial Corner
Thank you for your consistent financial support of our parish community throughout the year.
Regular Collection for August 11-12, 2018
Weekend Contributions: $17,079.25
[Amount of Loose Cash: $772.25]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $19,582.00
Total Regular Collection: $36,661.25
Number of adult envelope contributions: 637
Auto-Giving: Some 313 parishioners are contributing to the regular collection on a weekly or monthly basis through Auto-Giving. To enroll, call Sam Venuti in the parish business office (610-646-6515).
Special Collections: Thank you to the 140 donors who contributed a total of $5,996 to the Mission Cooperation Collection in support of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and to the 107 donors who contributed $2,110 to last weekend’s appeal to support the Catholic University of America.
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
SEAM: Monday (8/27), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM, chapel, and 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Women: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Catechist Orientation: Thursday (8/30), 5:30 PM, Social Hall
Elizabeth Ministry: Thursday (8/30), 7:30 PM, St. Luke
Queen of Peace Marian Prayer Group: Fridays, 1:00 PM, chapel
Knights of Columbus Council Meeting: Tuesday (9/4), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
CRHP Continuation Committee: Wednesday (9/5), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Parish Youth Council: Thursday (9/6), 6:30 PM, CLC
Training & Ongoing Formation Workshop for Ministries: Saturday (9/8), church/social hall
Pre-Jordan I-Your Child’s Baptism: Saturday (9/8), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew/St. Mark
Social Fellowship Ice Cream Social: Saturday (9/8), after 5:30 PM Mass, social hall
Casserole Collection: Saturday/Sunday (9/8-9), before all Masses, kitchen bay doors
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)
Please note that there will be no CLOW on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend (September 2). Starting Sunday, September 9, CLOW will be held at 9:30 & 11:30 AM. 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.
Help Wanted: St. Mary’s Franciscan Shelter in Phoenixville is seeking a part-time bookkeeper (5 hours per week) to manage accounts payable/accounts receivable, invoicing, as well as financial record keeping. Knowledge of Excel and Quick Books or similar financial program is required. Person seeking a small part-time commitment or retired persons seeking to continue use of acquired office skills are ideal candidates. For further information or to apply, please contact Sr. Bernadette Dougherty, SSJ at
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.
Vigil for Life: Join Rev. Msgr. Angelo Citino as a volunteer Helper of God’s Precious Infants in a Vigil for Life on Saturday, September 1, 8:00 AM Mass at St. Agnes, West Chester, followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood.
IHM Sisters’ Night: Single women ages 18-35 are invited to spend evening of cookout, fun and prayer with the Immaculate Heart of Mary sisters, novices and postulants on Friday, September 7, 6:00-9:00 PM at the Villa Maria House of Studies, W. King Road, Malvern. This is a great opportunity for young women who may be curious or thinking about a vocation to the religious life to spend some time informally with the IHM sisters.
IHM Discernment Retreat: Experience a weekend retreat at the IHM Motherhouse with the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary sisters, novices and postulants on Friday, September 7 (6:00 PM) through Sunday, September 9 (1:00 PM). 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. For information and/or to register for either the Sisters’ Night or Discernment retreat, please contact 610-889-1553 or
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
Flame of Love Retreat: Our Lady of Fatima Parish, New Castle, Delaware, is holding a Flame of Love Retreat with Fr. James Blunt, SOLT, on Saturday, September 8, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. For more information contact Marlene Dennis (302-322-2987) or Mary Wharton (610-255-0382). Registration is not necessary.
Downingtown Area Recreation Consortium (DARC): DARC is sponsoring a bus trip to Washington, DC, on Sunday, September 9. The bus will depart behind Ashbridge Manor at 7:30 AM and will return to Downingtown at approximately 8:00 PM. Cost is $75 per person. Spend 8 hours in the city visiting all the sites and restaurants. Bus will depart the National Mall around 5:00 PM. For more information and/or to register for the trip, contact DARC at 610-269-9260.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shroud Encounter will be hosted at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in West Chester on Saturday September 29 at 1:30 pm. This highly acclaimed dramatic visual experience examines the mystery of the Shroud of Turin like a CSI investigation; presented by Russ Breault an internationally recognized expert on the Shroud. Experience this fast paced 90 minute big screen encounter revealing and examining clues, exploring the science, history and mystery of the Shroud. Suitable for ages 12 and up. Admission is $10/ person on-line, $15 at the door, under 16 free. A self-guided tour of the Man of The Shroud Exhibit featuring a full size replica of the Shroud, and a 90 panel display of scientific and historical information will be open for free public viewing, see flyer for details. For tickets and additional information visit www.kofc11319.org or contact St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Office at 610-399-6936.
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 about this position and other available positions visit ascensionpress.com/pages/about_us/careers.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia-Office for Persons with Disabilities & Deaf Apostolate: Intellectual Disabilities & Autism Help-Line is available to assist families connect to disabilities services provided by the Archdiocese. To reach the Help-Line email
Lily’s Gift is a network of concerned parents & professionals who have experienced or worked closely with issues surrounding poor prenatal diagnosis. For support call 215-587-3530 or email
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.
Poor Box Recipient – September and October 2018
It is difficult to imagine, living in the relative comfort we have, that hunger and famine are the every day experience in many parts of the world. Many of our brothers and sisters go hungry every day and some die of starvation and malnutrition. One of the places where hunger is prevalent is Burkina Faso, a country slightly larger than Colorado, located in northwest Africa, with a population of over 18,000,000. 80 % of the working population relies on agriculture and livestock rearing to make their living. Most farmers operate at a subsistence level, and thus remain vulnerable to changes in rainfall (flooding and droughts) and challenges including low levels of education (for all children but especially girls), poor healthcare, and weak, uneven levels of economic development which often exclude women and the poor.
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been active in Burkina Faso since 1960 working with the government, local partners and other agencies to address major development challenges through improving agriculture, livelihoods, nutrition, and education.
In response, CRS has developed a program to involve US Catholics in a hands on project to help the people of Burkina Faso. CRS in partnership with Stop Hunger Now delivers bulk food including rice, soy protein and dehydrated vegetables to the participating parishes where volunteers repackage the food into portions serving four people. CRS combines these packages with those produced by other organizations and ships them to Burkina Faso for distribution to the neediest. The cost to produce and ship each bag is $3.00 which feeds a family of 6. In 2017 at Saint Elizabeth, a group of 100 volunteers packaged 14,000 meals in approximately 2 hours at a cost of $7,000 raised through the parish poor box.
CRS will be bringing the food packing program to St. Elizabeth on Saturday, December 1. The poor box collection for September and October will be used to fund this effort. The more money that is contributed, the more meals we can package and ship. This is a unique opportunity to share our time, talent and treasure with those most in need. Please help by putting your donation into the poor box and marking December 1 on your calendar for this service activity.
For more information visit: http://www.crs.org/countries/burkina-faso
“For I was hungry, and you gave Me something to eat…
To the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of
Mine, even the least of them, you did it to Me.”
Matthew 25/35, 40
Don’t Just Go to Church….Be the Church!
Liturgical Ministers for Sunday liturgies are needed.
Please consider offering your stewardship for any of the ministries…
Greeters, Hospitality, Ushers, Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Sound Techs, Musicians, Singers.
There is a place for everyone to participate somewhere in the Mass.
The scheduling program is friendly and can group family members together and
block out unavailable dates.
Service times can be requested from one time per month to every weekend.
Complete the form below and drop in the box in the narthex.
Please contact the Parish Services office for more info at 610-646-6550 or
email:
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: ________________________________________________________________
Phone: Email: _______________________
Check one:
☐ SACRISTAN ☐ Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) ☐ LECTOR*
☐ EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER* ☐ USHER* ☐ LITURGICAL GREETER
☐ HOSPITALITY MINISTER ☐ CHOIR MEMBERS; MUSICIANS; SOUND
☐ One-year trial ☐ Three-year term
*You must be 16+ years old for Lector and Usher; 18+ years old and a high school graduate for Extraordinary Minister.
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
For scheduling, please list other family members and their ministry: