OTHER ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST
Bishop Shanahan High School: BSHS is seeking a Head Field Hockey Coach and Assistant Track Coach (throwing events). Please send resume to
Worldwide Marriage Encounter: Now that the holiday rush is over, married couples have a great opportunity to refresh their marriage relationship by treating each other to a Marriage Encounter Weekend. Why not give yourselves some special time together without stress? The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are being offered at Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA on February 7-9, April 17-19, and July 10-12. For more information, visit our website at: https://www.wwme-philly.org/ or contact Al & Mary Liz at Applications @wwme-philly.org or 610-449-1859.
Malvern Retreat House: Seeking full-time Hospitality Coordinator, Monday thru Friday, evening hours including overnights. Responsibilities include serving as host for assigned retreat groups including registration when needed, handling emergency issues with retreatants and property maintenance, working with retreat directors and set up including refreshments when needed. Event set up and break down which includes moving tables, chairs and supplies. Also responsible for setting up for Mass in the chapels and oratories. Candidates should be able to carry up to 40 lbs., be able stand for longer periods of time and be able to walk campus grounds as needed. If interested, please send resume and salary expectations to
Help Wanted: Busy medical office seeks a part-time Medical Receptionist (10-12 hours per week), Mondays 1:00-7:00 PM and Wednesdays 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Good customer service and people skills a must. Individual must be dependable, able to multitask, be courteous and possess proficient computer skills. Training will be provided for the right candidate. Send resume to
Help Wanted: Immaculate Conception Academy, Douglasville, is seeking a part-time Math Aide and a part-time STEM teacher. If interested, please contact Lisa Forkin at
Part-time Companion Needed: Looking for a parishioner willing to spend a few hours a few times a week with my elderly mother to provide companionship and minimal aide for things she can’t do herself. We are looking for these services in Uwchland Hunt. Compensation will be provided. If interested please contact Toni at 484-797-8213.
Pope John Paul II High School, Royersford: We are accepting transfer students for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. All transfer students will receive a $500 grant towards PJP tuition for the 2019-2020 school year and the $200 application fee will be waived! For more information, contact Sara Cooper, Director of Admissions at 484-975-6500, ext. 3033. All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are invited to the PJP Winter Dance on Friday, February 7, 6:00-8:30 PM in the high school cafeteria. $5 entrance fee with on-line registration required at www.pjphs.org. There will be a DJ, photo booth and complimentary refreshments. Our Panther’s Den will be open for purchases of candy, drinks and spiritwear! Join us for lots of fun! Be a Golden Panther! All 8th graders are encouraged to schedule a Shadow Day by contacting pjphs.org or calling 484-975-6500. Registration for the Class of 2025 Seventh Grade Practice Scholarship Test will be open on February 1 and the test will be held on Saturday, April 25 from 9:00 AM-12:00 noon. This is an optional test to prepare students for the Eighth Grade Scholarship Test. There is a $50 fee to take the practice test. For more information and/or to register visit www.pjphs.org.
Decade to Doorways: Experiencing Homelessness? Sleeping outside or in a vehicle? Fleeing domestic violence? At risk of losing your current housing? Call 2-1-1 for assistance! Chester County has services to help. Emergency services information available 24/7. Intake done 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday-Friday. Text your zip code to 898-211. Se habla Espanol. Hearing impaired? Use 7-1-1 relay service to call 2-1-1.
What Can We Do? The Role of the Laity in a Time of Crisis: As the Church undergoes this period of profound crisis, many of us feel helpless as we watch a drama unfold that we can do nothing about. But the truth is that we are not powerless. The history of the Church tells us that lay people have a role to play in the Church's times of turmoil. Join us for an evening of reflection on the mission of the laity in times of ecclesial crisis and learn what you can do to cooperate with Christ's action to purify and heal His Church, on Monday, January 27, 7:00-8:30 PM at Saints Peter and Paul Church, West Chester. Speaker will be Meghan Cokeley, Office for the New Evangelization. No charge to attend. Please RSVP at phillyevang.org/events or call 484-473-8205 for more information.
The Marianist Family Retreat Center, Cape May Point, NJ: Young Adult Treat (ages 22-35) single or married are invited to join us from February 7-9, 2020. Let’s take a step back from our busy lives and take time to examine your personal faith and your relationship with God, your family members and yourself. Our time will be filled with prayer experiences, peer group discussions, Eucharist and lots of fun. Cost is $135 per person, double occupancy. Register at www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829. Some financial aid is available.
Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls: St. Peter Respect Life Committee is hosting their third Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls on Saturday, February 8, 9:00 AM arrival through Sunday, February 9, 11:30 AM departure. Retreat leader is Samantha Kelley of FIERCEAthlete.org and the speaker is Marie DiCecco on”Women’s Health in conformity with Theology of the Body”. The retreat will be held at St. Mary of Providence Center, Elverson. Cost is $75 per person (scholarships available). For more information text Eileen Christian @ 610-716-1840 or email @
Catholic Daughters of the Americas: Catholic Daughters Court Our Lady of Fatima #2379 invites all Catholic Women over the age of 18 to join the largest Catholic women’s organization in the world. Under the patronage of the Blessed Mother, our mission includes participation in spiritual, educational and charitable programs. For more information contact Michele Byler (484-832-2683) or Roe Fulmer (484-612-2736) or visit our website (http://cdapa.com/2739/index.html). Regular meetings are held the second Saturday of each month at 10:00 AM at SS. Simon & Jude, West Chester. Next meeting is February 8 at 10:00 AM.
Sacred Heart Academy, Bryn Mawr: Join us on Wednesday, February 12, 4:30-6:30 PM for our Winter Open House. Information and registration is available at SHAbrynmar.org or by calling the admissions office at 610-527-3915, ext. 214.
Catholic Charities Appeal Night with the Sixers: Join us on Thursday, February 20, 8:00 PM, at the Wells Fargo Center as the 76ers take on the Brooklyn Nets. A portion of all tickets sold will go to support the Catholic Charities Appeal. For more information and/or to purchase tickets call 215-587-5650 or visit