Parish Mission: Sunday (3/17), 4:00 PM; Monday (3/18), 7:00 PM; & Tuesday (3/19), 7:00 PM, church
RCIA & Inquiry: Mondays, 7:00 PM, St. John the Baptist
Joseph’s People: Monday (3/18), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Adult Bible Study: Tuesday (3/19), 9:30 AM, St. Matthew
Chosen Fathers: Tuesday (3/19), 7:30 PM, St. Luke
High School Youth Group: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, CLC
Divorced & Separated Program: Tuesdays (thru 4/23), 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Walking with Purpose II: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM, St. Matthew
Middle School & 8th Grade Youth Group: Wednesdays (3/20 & 4/3), 5:30 PM, St. John the Baptist
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM, holy hour, chapel; 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Lenten Confessions: Wednesdays (3/20, 3/27 & 4/3), 6:30-7:00 PM + Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 AM, chapel
Cub Scout Den Meeting: Wednesday (3/20), 6:30 PM, CLC & art room
Elizabeth Ministry: Thursday (3/21), 7:30 PM, St. Matthew
QPR Training: Thursday (3/21), 7:00 PM, social hall, CLC, St. John the Baptist
Women at the Well: Thursdays, 7:00 PM, and Fridays 9:00 AM, St. Mark
Queen of Peace Marian Prayer Group: Fridays, 1:00 PM, chapel
Stations of the Cross & Benediction: Fridays (thru 4/12) 7:00 PM, church hall
Elementary Basketball Recognition: Saturday (3/23), after 5:30 Mass, social hall
Called & Gifted: Monday, (3/25), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Walking with Purpose I: Mondays, 7:00 PM, Holy Family Room
Seam Board Meeting: Monday (3/25), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
SAM Game Day: Thursday (3/28), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew
Lenten Soup Supper: Friday (3/29), 5:00 PM, social hall
Youth Ministry Stations of the Cross: Friday (3/29), 7:00 PM, church
Social Fellowship Committee: Monday (4/1), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Advisory Council for Evangelization (ACE): Tuesday (4/2), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Knights of Columbus: Tuesday (4/2), 7:30 PM, St. Matthew
OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Help Wanted: Saint Joseph parish, Downingtown, is looking for a part-time cook to prepare dinners for the priests at the rectory. The ideal candidate must like to cook, have culinary experience or is a cooking professional interested in some additional hours. This position has a flexible schedule, approximately 8 hours per week. If interested, email Allan Anderson, Business Manager, at
Help Wanted: Malvern Retreat House has an immediate full time position open for a Cook/Utility Worker. The work schedule is 6:30 AM-2:00 PM, weekends required. Please contact Jim Hall, Director of Hospitality at 484-321 2541, for more information and/or to apply.
Help Wanted: St. Mary of Providence Center, Elverson, is looking for PT/FT lifeguards for their pool, especially evenings and weekends. For more information call Kathy (610-942-4168).
Help Wanted: Guiding Star Ministries, a maternity home in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, is seeking candidates to serve as Live-in Resident Assistant in our Maternity Home in Philadelphia. Responsibilities include: support of the residents and overseeing the home. Assistant may work or attend school during the day. Free housing and stipend for live-in position. Forward resume to
Help Wanted: Care-giver needed for two children (ages 2 & 5) beginning in August; Monday-Thursday, 6:30-7:30 AM on a regular basis. If interested email Danielle at
Remain in My Love: This Archdiocesan Initiative to reinvigorate marriage and the family is in its third year and is directed to everyone in the Archdiocese, especially married couples and families. Sessions are planned throughout the Archdiocese to look at marriage as created by God, and what is good about marriage and the family as the domestic church. Visit the Remain in My Love Website at http://archphila.org/remain/, to learn all about the opportunities for you during 2019 and register for the sessions in your area.
Catholic Charities Appeal: Are you ready to start volunteering? The impact you can make on others through volunteering is incredible and you will create a lasting legacy of charity that will be remembered and celebrated for years to come. Visit CatholicCharitiesAppeal.org to learn more about volunteering at various CCC beneficiary sites.
Abbeyfest: Join us on Thursday, March 21, 7:00 PM, at Archbishop Bonner/Prendie High School, Drexel Hill, for an Abbeyfest Kickoff Concert. This will be a wonderful Lenten activity for people of all ages. For more information contact Jim & Lia Gorman (484-716-8194).
IHM Discernment Retreat: All single, young women, ages 18-35 are invited to experience a weekend retreat, Friday, March 22 (6:00 PM-Sunday, March 24 (1:00 PM), at the IHM Motherhouse. The weekend will consist of prayer, spiritual conferences, meals and times of recreation with the sisters. Daily Mass, Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharistic Adoration are included in this weekend retreat. Contact Sr. Marianne (610-889-1553 or
Martin Saints Classical High School, Oreland: Admissions Open House, March 25, 7:00 PM, on the campus of Holy Martyrs Church, 120 Allison Road, Oreland. We are accepting applications for 9th through 11th grades for the 2019-2020 academic year, our third year. For more information and to register for the Open House contact Adam Dickerson (
Malvern Retreat House: Consider joining us for a Holy Week Quiet Retreat (for men and women), Monday April 15-Easter Sunday, directed by Fr. James McGuinn. The theme is “Divine Transformation: Becoming the Person You Really Want to Be!” Individuals may choose a day, several days or the entire week as part of the “Holy Week Quiet” retreat with or without a mail package. The amenities vary according to the desire of the retreatant. All details are available online at www.malvernretreat.com/events/holy-week-quiet-retreat/ . Register directly by telephone to Joanne Bouvier (484-321-2535). Limited enrollment for this unique retreat. Also please check our website (malvernretreat.com) for many upcoming events including: Father & Daughter Evening of Reflection, Sunday, June 2, 5:00-9:00 PM; a retreat for men and women, June 7-9, conducted by the “Dynamic Deacon”, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. The theme is Encountering the Joy of the Lord; FLOURISH, a retreat for women, June 7-9, presented by Sarah Christmyer and Heather Makowicz on the theme “I Have Chosen You to go and Bear Fruit”; Dr. Mary Healy Healing Retreat for Men and Women, June 21-23. The theme of this powerful retreat is “Healing: Bringing the Gift of God’s Mercy to the World”.
Save the Date: Join us at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club on Tuesday, May 21, for our 11Th Annual Malvern Retreat House Golf Classic, benefitting The Malvern Cares Program. For more information contact Tara (
Bishop Shanahan High School: Seventh Grade Visitation Day, Wednesday, March 20, 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 7th Grade Practice Scholarship Test, Saturday, April 6, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; Spring Open House, Thursday, April 4, 7:00-9:00 PM. Visit shanahan.org/whybshs to register and for more information. Contact Carol Dale (cdale@shanahan, 610-343-6206) with any questions.
Roman Catholic High School: Prospective students for the Class of 2024 are invited to visit the school on Wednesday, March 20 for 7th grade Visitation Day. The 7th grade Practice Entrance ScholarshipTest will be held on Saturday, April 6, from 9:00 AM-12 noon. This is an opportunity for 7th graders to prepare for the test required in Fall of 2019. Spring Open House intended for 6th & 7th grade students and their families will be held on Sunday, March 31, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM. For information and/or to register for any of these events please call 215-627-1270, ext. 146/159 or email
Romauction 2019: Roman Catholic H.S. proudly announces its 2019 Premier Gala and major fundraising event on Saturday, April 13 at the high school. Plan to join us for an entertaining evening featuring a lavish buffet, raffle items, games of chance and silent and live auction. For more information about tickets, sponsorships and advertisements, please call 215-627-1270, ext. 221 or visit our website at
Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist, Birdsboro: Join us on Wednesday, March 20, 7:00-9:00 PM, for a presentation by Kathleen McCarthy. The evening includes the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Eucharistic Adoration, the Holy Sacrifice of Mass, anointing and prayer over individuals and Eucharistic Benediction. Register at
Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries: Post-Abortion Healing Retreat, March 22-24 in Malvern-Frazer, PA. For more information and/or to register call or email Lauren (215-720-5828;
Flame of Love Lenten Retreat: Join us on Saturday, March 23, at Annunciation BVM in Havertown. Day begins with Holy Mass at 8:30 AM and concludes with Benediction at 2:30 PM. Speaker and Homilist is Father James Blount, SOLT. Bring your own lunch! Bring a friend! Free of charge. For more information email or call Annie Myers (
Ss. Simon and Jude, West Chester: Honor Flight Philadelphia presents Designer Bag Bingo, Saturday, March 23. Only 100 tickets available. Doors open at 6:00 PM, Bingo starts at 7:00 PM. 10 games/4specials/extra cards available. Tables of 8 can be reserved. Tickets: $35.00; tables: $250.00. All proceeds benefit our veterans with a day of honor in Washington, D.C. For more information contact: Andrew 610-662-1812;
Villa Maria Academy High School: All 7th graders are invited to take the Practice Exam on Saturdays, March 23 and 30. VMA has also scheduled Preview Breakfasts for 6th & 7th grade families on April 8 & 10. This will offer a “sneak peek” at Villa Maria’s high school life. 7th grade Visit Villa Days will be offered on May 13 & 14. Visitors will receive a preview of our school community by attending classes and having lunch with current students. For more information, please contact the Admissions Office at 610-644-2551 or register online at www.vmahs.org.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas: Join us on Saturday, March 23, at SS. Simon & Jude (Sacred Heart Chapel) for a presentation by Sr. Sheila Galligan, IHM, entitled “Forgiveness: The Name of Love in a Wounded World.” The presentation begins at 9:45 AM following the 9:00 AM Mass. Please contact Martha Schmidt (267-772-3630) for more information. Check out our website on http://cdapa.com/2739/index.html. Regular meetings are held the second Sunday of each month (1:30 PM) at SS. Philip & James (rectory conference room).
SS. Simon & Jude, West Chester: Join us on Sunday, March 24, 2:00 PM for free showing of the movie "Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer", with special guest Detective Jim Wood. For more information or to reserve a seat email
Office for Persons with Disabilities & the Deaf Apostolate: All are welcome to join us on Saturday, March 30, 10:30 AM at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul for our annual Mass for Persons with Disabilities. To RSVP visit www.opdarchphilly.org or call 215-587-3530.
Bishop Shanahan High School News: Join us on Saturday, March 30, 7:00-10:00 PM for “An Evening at Shanahan” for our Annual Auction & Restaurant Fair. You can sample treats from ten restaurants and three bakeries including Whitford Country Club, P.J. Whelihan’s, Bakers of Buffington and Nothing Bundt Cakes and bid on many exciting Silent Auction items. Please register at www.501auctions.com/bshs. Contact Wendy Chapman (
Retrouvaille: Is your marriage hurting? Do you feel helpless? Hopeless? Retrouvaille (retro-VIE) can help and offers hope for a better relationship. Retrouvaille can help heal your marriage. 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. There will be upcoming programs in April and August.
Vigil for Life: Pray as a volunteer Helper of God’s Precious Infants on Saturday, April 6, 8:00 AM Mass at St. Agnes in West Chester, followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood.
Mothers of Children with Disabilities Retreat: Join us on Wednesday, May 1, at Malvern Retreat House for a retreat for mothers and grandmothers who are raising children with disabilities and also those who have adult children with disabilities. For a flyer or registration information, visit www. opdarchphilly.org, call 215-587-3530 or contact Malvern Retreat House directly at 610-644-0400.
Spiritual CPR: A Retreat for All Nurses: Paging all nurses! Come join us for a morning of spiritual reflection, fellowship & fun with other nurses. As nurses, we face unique spiritual challenges that often go unaddressed. Come share a morning with other nurses who share some of the same joys and burdens. Nursing personnel of ALL professional and spiritual backgrounds welcome. Please join us on Saturday, March 30, 8:30 AM-12:00 Noon at Daylesford Abbey, 220 S. Valley Road, Paoli. Breakfast will be served. A donation of $20 is requested. For more information and/or to register, please email Theresa (
Marianist Family Retreat Center, Cape May Point, NJ: Join us on the weekend of March 29-31 for the Spirituality of Knitting & Needle-crafting Retreat. Come explore how the work of your hands is also the work of our Creator’s hands. All who knit, crochet or needle-craft with some experience are welcome. Cost is $140 per person (includes, program, lodging & meals). Sign up on line at www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829 for more information.
Little Sisters of the Poor: Spring Concert, Scythian and McLean Avenue Band. Come and enjoy lively Irish music, March 30, at Villanova University’s Jake Nevin Fieldhouse. Concert benefits the elderly poor of the Holy Family Home. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Bands begin playing at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $50 ($20 for students and $10 children 12 and under). Ticket price includes admission, food and drinks. For reservations please send name, address, phone and check to Sister Veronica, Holy Family Home - Dept. PB, 5300 Chester Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143. For more info, or credit card payment visit www.littlesistersofthepoorphiladelphia.org.
Shanahan High School: Spring Open House - All are Invited! Thursday, April 4 - 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Featuring tours; academic presentation; classroom demonstrations; Q&A with department chairs, teachers and coaches and refreshments. Visit shanahan.org/whybshs to register and for more information.
Shanahan High School: Seventh Grade practice scholarship test, Saturday, April 6 - 8:00 AM to Noon. Visit shanahan.org/whybshs to register and for more info.
Shanahan High School: All middle school students are invited to an Ignite retreat! Experience faith, friends and fun! All are welcome. The next Ignite retreat will be held on April 27, 2019. For more information and/or to register visit shanahan.org/ignite or email
St. Mary of the Assumption, Phoenixville: All engaged couples planning to marry are invited to our Pre-Cana Program on Saturday, April 12. Program begins at 9:00 AM and ends with 4:00 PM Mass. The day includes talks, lunch, snacks and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This one-day program meets all the requirements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. A certificate is provided upon completion of the day. Call 610-933-2526 or visit www.stmaryassumption.org - click on Forms/PRE-CANA for more information and to register.
John W. Hallahan H.S. Alumnae Association: Join us at our Annual 50 Years & Beyond luncheon on Wednesday, May 1 at Connstater Volkfest-Verein, 9130 Academy Road, Philadelphia for graduates of Hallahan for 50+ years. $35/person - $25 for religious. Please contact Marge West Kiefski ‘66 (215-913-44482 or
Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne: We invite women (ages 19-45) who are discerning a religious vocation to join us for a weekend of sharing in our life of prayer and apostolate. 2019 weekends will be held in Hawthorne, NY on March 8-10, July 26-28 and November 15-17; and in Atlanta, GA, on May 24-26 and September 20-22. Reservations are required. For information and/or reservations please contact Sr. Catherine Marie (845-745-1319 or
Daughters of Mary, Mediatrix of Mercy: We are in the process of forming a new congregation of teaching Sisters, who, by God’s grace, will serve within those Catholic primary and secondary schools that implement a classical curriculum. If you would like more information concerning a vocation of the Daughters of Mary, Mediatrix of Mercy, 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.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish: All are welcome to join us for a Catholic Pilgrimage to Italy, June 2-14, 2019. We will be visiting Venice, Florence, Bologna, Siena, Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo and Rome. Holy Mass will be held daily. Cost if $4,199 per person which include air from Philadelphia and breakfast and dinner daily. For a flyer or more detailed information, please call Cathie or Michael Milano (1-800-773-2660).
Saint Elizabeth Parish is sponsoring
QPR Suicide Prevention Training
QPR is...Questionl Persuade, Refer
Three simple steps that may save a life!
Thursday, March 21, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Training is free and presented by...
PREVENTION
TASK FORCE
Space is limited, please register at www.stelizabethparish.org
Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to Question, persuade, and Refer someone to help.
QPR is nationally recognized, evidence-based suicide prevention training developed by Paul Quinnett, PhD, a clinical psychologist and the founder of QPR Institute (www.qprinstitute.com).
Training is in Saint Elizabeth Social Hall & open to teens and adults.
www.stelizabethparish.org
Chosen Fathers
A ministry of mutual support for fathers of children with special needs
Date: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month
Time: 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Place: St. Elizabeth Parish
St. Mark Room, Mullin Ministry Center
110 Saint Elizabeth Dr., Chester Springs, PA 19425
RSVP: Not required, but an email to Joe Howard (
Being a good dad day-in and day-out is not an easy task. Yet raising children with special needs
can make fatherhood even more challenging.
At St. Elizabeth Parish, there is a group for fathers (and brothers,
uncles, and grandfathers) of children of all ages with special needs in all their many shapes,
forms and sizes.
We invite fathers, relatives
and caregivers of children with
physical, psychological, mental,
or emotional challenges
to attend a meeting of this group aimed at enabling dads to follow
Christ's example of love, patience,
mercy and service in raising and
supporting their children and
families.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Joe Howard (610-458-7831; jchoward72@aoLcom) or
Liam Dempsey (610-390-9076;