OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Camilla Hall Nursing Home Job Opportunities: RN/LPN - All shifts, FT/PT/Pool; CNA/NA - 7:00 AM-3:30 PM/3:00 PM-11:30 PM, FT/PT/Pool; Food Service Positions-FT/PT various shifts; after school hours also available-great opportunity for high school and college students. Apply online at www.camillahall.org or apply in person Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. For more information call Human Resources (484-321-5630).
St. Joseph Parish, Downingtown: We are seeking an outstanding individual to join our staff as a part-time Parish Ministries Coordinator. Ideal candidate must have completed or is pursuing a graduate-level degree in Catholic Theology, education, or related field and has at least five years’ experience in a Catholic parish/school/organization setting. Sound interpersonal communication and organization skills a must. Please send your resume to Father Leva at
Bishop Shanahan High School: Our Accounting Department is seeking an intern. Flexible part-time hours to meet your class schedule (approximately 10-15 hours a week). Candidates should be seeking a degree in Accounting or similar, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. This is a paid position. Please email resume to Mrs. Linda O’Neill (
Roman Catholic High School Job Openings: Maintenance Position - Full-time, 12 month, 2:00-10:00 PM shift. Candidates should be reliable self-motivated, and possess a familiarity with painting, electric, plumbing, etc. Attention to detail required. Custodial Position - Part-time, 12 month, shift negotiable. Responsibilities include cleaning of classrooms, bathrooms, corridors, etc. Reliable, self-motivated candidates preferred. Interested candidates for either position should forward their resume to Mrs. Ann Vassallo Trost (
St. Joseph Church, Aston: Do you want to learn more about the Mass? Our Adult Faith Formation committee is sponsoring Bishop Barron’s stunning DVD series, “The Mass”. For a preview go to https://stjosephaston.org/adult-faith-formation to view a taste of what will be experienced on this journey. We will meet in the Lower Church hall one Sunday a month beginning on October 21. There are 2 options for your convenience: 8:00-9:15 and 10:30-11:25 AM. This is to allow you to go to Mass/meet or meet/go to Mass. Refreshments will be served and child care will be provided for the later session. There is no cost-just your heart & soul to God! Contact Cathy Maugeri (610-494-4358) for more information.
Villa Maria Academy High School: The Entrance-Scholarship Exam will be administered on Sunday, October 21 and Saturday, October 27. Eighth graders may take the exam on either date. For more information, contact the Admissions Office (610-644-2551) or register online (www.vmahs.org).
St. Jude Parish, Chalfont: Opioid Crisis Workshop, Tuesday, October 23, 7:00-9:00 PM. Learn about the scope of the problem, the visible signs of addiction, what you can do, and find local available resources. For information call 215-738-8893.
Bishop Shanahan High School: 8th grade Scholarship Exam, Saturday, Oct. 27, 8:00 AM-12:00 Noon. Fall Open House, Sunday, November 11, 12:00 - 3:00 PM. All are invited! For more infor-
mation and/or to register visit shanahan.org/whybshs. Questions? Contact
St. Joseph Church, Aston: Join us for a Spiritual Celebration through Song & Prayer on Saturday, October 27, 7:00 PM. Come see Steve Angrisano, ministry leader, musician and composer in concert. Young and old alike embrace the passionate message of faith, hope and love woven throughout his music and storytelling. Check out our website: www.stjosephparish.org or contact Karen Thorpe (610-517-8802 or
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul, Philadelphia: Join us in a Mass for those suffering from addiction, on Saturday, October 27, 12:00 noon. Celebrant is Rev. Gerald Dennis Gill, Rector & 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). Parking lot open, rear of cathedral.
Roman Catholic High School: The Scholarship Entrance Tests will be offered on Saturdays, October 27 & November 17, 9:00 AM-12:00 Noon and Saturday, December 8, 11:00 AM-2:00 PM. The exam is mandatory for admittance into Roman. For details and to register for the Entrance Tests visit www.romancatholichs.com. For any questions call 215-627-1270, ext. 146 or 159 or email
Vigil for Life: Pray as volunteer Helpers of God’s Precious Infants in a vigil for life on Saturday, November 3, 8:00 AM Mass at St. Agnes Church, West Chester followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Paenthood.
Holy Martyrs Catholic Church, Oreland: Exposition of Sacred Relics! Thursday, November 1, Solemnity of All Saints, Mass at 8:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Over 100 Relics of the Lord and the Saints will be displayed. For more information visit www.holymartyrschurch.org or call 215-884-8575.
Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist, Birdsboro: Special weekend retreat November 2-4, presented by Sr. Joan Noreen, Co-founder of OLME and the 1999-2018 EWTN Host of “Eucharistic Journey”. The retreat will be held at the Ava Maria Retreat House in Doylestown. The retreat will include Daily Eucharist, Eucharistic Adoration, conferences on Catholic Spirituality, Prayer with Sacred Scripture, Liturgy of the Hours and much more. For more information call 610-582-3333, email
Malvern Retreat House: Upcoming retreats and days or evenings of reflection: Women’s Tea, Sunday, November 4, 2:00-4:00 PM; St. Teresa of Calcutta Retreat for Women, November 16-18; Ad Lumina Christi Retreat for Men & Women, November 12-16; An Evening of Reflection for Men & Women with Heather Makowicz, Monday, December 3. For more information and or to register, visit www.malvernretreat.com/calendar or call 610-644-0400.
St. Peter Parish, West Brandywine: Agape Praise and Worship, Fridays, November 9, December 14 and January 11, 7:00-9:00 PM. Includes praise, witness, worship & adoration. For more info visit
A Baby’s Breath Silent Auction/Dinner: Are you looking for a fun night? Come to the Crowne Plaza, King of Prussia, November 10, 6:30-10:30 PM. Enjoy a delicious meal, drinks and incredible Silent Auction items, benefitting “A Baby’s Breath” Crisis Pregnancy Center. Tickets are $60 individual, $120 a couple. After October 20, tickets are $70 individual or $140 a couple. For more info and tickets contact Kim Granito (
Miraculous Medal Shrine, Philadelphia: Nine-Day Miraculous Medal Solemn Novena, November 12-20; Feast Day Mass, Wednesday, November 21. Theme is “Eucharist: The Heart of Our Catholic Faith & Practice.” Preacher is Fr. Francis W. Sacks, CM. Anointing of the Sick will be offered at all services on Friday, November 16. For more information and/or to send your intentions visit www.
MiraculousMedal.org/SolemnNovena18.
Daylesford Abbey: Dinner-Dance and Auction, Friday, November 16, Aronomink Golf Club. For more information and tickets contact Jeanne Byrne (
St. Bernadette’s, Drexel Hill: All Class Reunion, Saturday, November 17! All classes age 21+ are invited to attend. Mass at 4:30 PM, followed by “Welcome Back” Reception & school tours at 5:30 PM. Reunion celebration begins at 7:00 PM in O’Brien Hall. Cost is $40 per person by November 1. Tickets:
St. James High School Class of 1968: Join us on Saturday, November 24 (Saturday after Thanksgiving), 7:00-11:00 PM, for our 50th Reunion, at the St. James Alumni Headquarters, the “Doghouse”, 1499 E. 9th Street, Eddystone. Cost is $65 per person which includes buffet dinner from Capozzoli Catering with an open bar. Make checks payable to the St. James Alumni Association-Class of 1968 Reunion and send to the St. James Alumni Association, 1499 E. 9th Street, Eddystone, PA 19022, Attention: Jim Connor, Class of 1969 Reunion. Please include your name, address, telephone, email address and number attending with your check. RSVP by November 19. For additional information , call Conrad (C.J.) Olenik (484-252-5187) or Lou Robinson (610-812-4806).
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). Please note there will not be a healing Mass on November 1 as it is All Saints Day. The next healing Mass will be held on December 6.
Chester County’s Holiday Highlights Best Kept Secrets Tour: Join us for shopping/food/fun - November 24 through December 8. Tickets are $10 each and $1 per ticket will be donated to The Tri-County YMCA. For more information and to purchase tickets visit bestkeptsecretstour.com or call 717-721-9409.
Bishop Shanahan High School: All middle school students are invited to an Ignite retreat! Experience faith, friends and fun! All are welcome. Ignite retreats will be held on February 9 and April 27, 2019. For more information and to register for one of these retreats visit shanahan.org/ignite or email
Save the Date: Daylesford Abbey welcomes back Don Bisson, FMS, for “Healing the Hole in the Heart”, on Saturday, May 5, 2019, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM. General Admission-$60; Religious & Clergy-$45; Students-$15, includes conference & lunch. For more information and/or to register call 610-646-2530, ext. 133 or visit www.daylesfordabbey.org.
Novena for Abuse Crisis: For more information and to pray a Novena for the Abuse Crisis/Accountability, Transparency and Healing, visit PrayMoreNovenas.com.
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