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. Joseph parish, Downingtown, is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role as Parish Administrative Assistant. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in administrative support, and be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Power Point and Publisher. Must have sound interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and an ability to relate effectively with others. Please email a cover letter and resume to Fr. Stephen Leva at
Room for Rent: Lovely master bedroom in a Glenmoore cul-de-sac available for rent. Lots of privacy, quiet and access to the newly renovated kitchen. The bathroom is shared only occasionally. Laundry next door. Rent is $650 a month and lease terms are negotiable. The owner is an empty-nester journalist and an ordained Protestant pastor. For more information contact Elizabeth (610-590-2179 or
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
Daylesford Abbey: Abbott Domenic is offering a healing Mass every first Thursday at 11:00 AM with anointing of the sick from any kind of mental, physical, emotional need (not just from the Church abuses).
Novena for Abuse Crisis: For more information and to pray a Novena for the Abuse Crisis/Accountability, Transparency and Healing, visit PrayMoreNovenas.com.
St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Media: For Men Only! Introduction to the Flame of Love - 3 Special Thursday Evenings, September 13, 20 & 27, 7:00-8:30 PM. Each evening will have 3 short talks and discussions guided by Msgr. Ralph Chieffo. For more information call 610-622-4257.
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, live 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.
Saint Monica Parish, Berwyn: All are invited to the Catholic ALPHA program on Sundays, September 16 through November 25, from 1:00-2:30 PM. Each session begins with an informal meal. Please register at www.saintmonicachurch.org. For more information contact Fr. Charles Zlock (
https://alphausa.org/catholic.
Social Security Retirement-Is It on Your Horizon?: Come to a free seminar on Wednesday, September 19, 9:00-10:30 AM or 12:00 noon-1:30 PM, at the Tredyffrin Township Municipal Building, Keene Hall, 1100 Duportail Road, Berwyn. To register email
Saint Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother, Stowe: 11th Annual Golf Outing, Friday, September 21, 11:00 AM, Blackwood Golf Course, Douglassville, PA. Rain or Shine. Sponsorships are available. Individual golfer-$85; banquet guest-$25. For more information and/or to register call 610-326-5127 or email
Bishop Shanahan High School Alumni Association: Designer Bag Bingo, Friday, September 21, 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.
Bishop Shanahan High School Band Program is sponsoring their 1st Mattress Fundraiser on September 22, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. The HS gym will be transformed into a 20+ bed showroom filled with all sizes and styles. Name brands like Simmons Beautyrest, Restonic, Malouf, etc are available for up to 50% off retail prices! For more information text BISHOP to 797979.
St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Schwenksville: All are welcome to join us for a Mass in support of all those suffering from addiction on Saturday, September 22. Confessions available at 9:30 AM, followed by Mass at 11:00 AM and Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Celebrant is Rev. Louis P. Bellopede, Pastor. Healing blessing offered after Mass. 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).
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. 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.
St. Mary Polish American Society: 3rd Annual Polish Harvest Festival, Sunday, September 30, 12:00-5:00 PM at the TK Club, 521 East Hanover Street, Conshohocken. Polish music, Polish food, 50/50 drawing, other games of chance, basket raffle and baked goods for sale. Families welcome. Games for children with plenty of prizes. Proceeds benefit maintenance and upkeep costs as St. Mary’s church begins its new life as an apostolate for the Fraternity of St. Peter. Admission is $10 in advance, $15 on day of event; children $7 and under 6 years old is free. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 610-630-0861 or email
IHM Sisters Camilla Hall Bazzar: Saturday, October 6. The “White Elephant Garage Sale” needs adult and high school volunteers to help with sales. If you are interested in helping for a few hours on October 6, or in helping set-up on October 5, please email Sr. Susan Cronin at scronin@
immaculata.edu for additional information about specific times & locations. Donation schedule: Saturday (9/29),10:00 AM-4:00 PM; Sunday (9/30), 12:00-3:00 PM; and Monday through Thursday (10/1-4), 7:30 AM-6:00 PM at the Camilla Garage. No clothes or furniture. Sorters are also needed as you are able from 3:00-6:00 PM on October 2-5.
Daylesford Abbey: 46th Annual Art Show will be held on Friday, October 5, 5:00-8:00 PM with their opening reception, Saturday, October 6, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, and Sunday, October 7, 12:00-5:00 PM. For more information visit www.DaylesfordAbbey.org or call 610-647-2530, ext. 100.
Malvern Retreat House: The Catholic Tent Revival will be on Sunday, October 7, 12:00-7:30 PM on the grounds of Malvern Retreat House. This is a FREE event for individuals and families and is endorsed by Archbishop Chaput. Under a gigantic 1,000 person tent, Mass will be celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Senior, there will be a Rosary, confessions in the field, adoration and a national line-up of speakers. Register at www.malvernretrreat.com or 610-644-0400.
Bishop Shanahan High School: 12th Annual College Fair, Wednesday, October 10, 7:00-9:00 PM. Students from all area high schools are invited and welcome to attend. Contact Mrs. Marie Weyback (610-343-6242) for more information and/or questions.
Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries: Post-Abortion Healing Retreat, October 12, 13, 14, 2018, in Malvern-Frazer, PA. Come experience the mercy and compassion of God. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Financial aid is offered if needed. For more information call Lauren (215-720-5828) or Priscilla (215-906-6337).
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
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.