Help Wanted: St. Joseph Parish, Downingtown is looking for a part-time cook to prepare dinners for the 4 resident priests at the rectory. We are looking for someone who likes to cook, has culinary experience, or is a cooking professional interested in some additional hours. The chef works independently in the rectory kitchen and would also purchase groceries as needed (using business credit card. Position would occasionally need to cook for large groups/events hosted at the rectory. This position is part-time, approximately three hours on Monday through Thursday evenings (during dinner hours), and approximately 3 hours on Monday afternoon for shopping. Salary is $15-19 per hour depending on experience. If interested, please email Allan Anderson, Business Manager (
Help Wanted: Birthright of West Chester is seeking an Office Director to oversee administration of the pregnancy center, manage social media content and promotion of Birthright in the community. A pro-life, compassionate, and non-judgmental attitude is required. Good verbal, written and collaborative communication skills a plus. Please send resume to
Eagleview Landing Senior Living, Exton: Help Wanted! Eagleview Landing is currently seeking dining room servers and housekeepers - both full and part time positions are available. We are a brand-new senior living community located in the Eagleview Town Center. If interested, please call Sarah at 610-458-2588.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia: The Office for Persons with Disabilities & the Deaf Apostolate is holding this year’s Mass for Persons with Disabilities this Sunday, April 25 at 3:00 PM, at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul. Archbishop Perez will be the Principal Celebrant and Homilist. Archbishop Perez will be presenting ‘One Body in Christ’ awards to individuals in the community for their exemplary work at promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the life of the church. RSVP online at www.opdarchphilly.org or call 215-587-3530 with number of attendees and accommodations needed. Please arrive by 2:45 PM. For safety there will be social distancing and mask wearing. The Mass will be livestreamed at https://vimeo.com/event/17522. April is Autism awareness month, or as the National Catholic Partnership on Disabilities says: Autism Appreciations Month. Be sure to read and share the inspiring stories found on our website, especially the one written by Fr. Nolette, a priest with Autism.
Malvern Retreat House: Year of Saint Joseph - Every 3rd Sunday, there will be Eucharistic Adoration and Procession followed by a presentation and discussion about St. Joseph. Each month we will focus on the wonders of St. Joseph. On Saturday, May 1, Father McGuinn will lead a Day of Reflection on St. Joseph. The theme will be “The Wonders of our Spiritual Father.” Cost: $40 pp onsite; $25 virtual. Program will start at 5:00 PM with Mass with a Consecration to St. Joseph. On Sunday, May 2, there will be a Women’s Tea, 2:00-4:00 PM. Sam Kelley of Fierce Athlete will share reflections of the beauty of women! Join us onsite or virtually for a $25 fee. We will also be having a St. Joseph Retreat on June 11-12. This weekend retreat will focus on St. Joseph. There will be Mass, private prayer time, talks & discussion. This is a wonderful way to celebrate the year of St. Joseph and honor this wonderful Saint. Cost is $250 pp onsite; $75 virtual. Retreat begins at 5:00 PM Friday evening and concludes on Saturday after a 4:00 PM Mass with Consecration to Saint Joseph. For more information and/or to register for any of these upcoming events, please visit www.malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia - Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass: Are you celebrating a special anniversary this year? The Annual Archdiocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday, May 1, at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul at the 5:15 Vigil Mass with Archbishop Nelson Perez presiding. This Mass will be commemorating all married couples who are newlyweds, or celebrating their, 5, 10, 25 or 50 year wedding anniversary milestones. Wedding vows will be renewed. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend. To register or for more information visit www.phillycatholiclife.org or call 215-587-0500.
St. Peter Parish Respect Life Committee: The Respect Life Committee is sponsoring “Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls” from Friday, June 4, 7:00 PM through Sunday, June 6, 11:30:AM. This program has been well received. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served on Saturday & breakfast served on Sunday. Cost is $125 per person (scholarships are available). Retreat Leader is Samantha Kelley of FIERCEAthlete.org. Speaker is Marie CiCecco - “Women’s Health in conformity with Theology of the Body”. For more information, text Eileen Christian (610-716-1840) or email her (
Pope John Paul II High School: Want to have some Panther fun this summer? PJP will be offering summer camps for students entering grades K through 9 as of September 2021. All camps take place from Monday through Thursday. Half-day camps run from 8:30-11:30 AM and 12:30-3:30 PM. Both morning and afternoon sessions for many camps are being offered. To download a camp brochure and/or registration information visit https://secure.acceptive.com/?cst=6205ec. Registration is $150 per camp session ($175 for art camps which includes supplies). Camps will follow health and safety guidelines from the state in regards to the gathering of indoor and outdoor events. Camps must meet a minimum and maximum number of campers to operate. PJP has submitted and received approval from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia of the summer Camp Health & Safety Plan. A signed Participant Release Form is required on the FIRST DAY OF CAMP! The link will be available with your payment receipt.
Shrine of St. Therese, Nesquehonig, PA: Join us for Restore: A Women’s Healing Retreat on May 21-22. Restore: return to its original condition; return what was lost, stolen, or taken away. God longs for us to believe that we indeed are who He says we are: His beloved daughters, carefully created, infinitely loved and valued beyond measure. Yet, here amidst the din of distortion, lie-based beliefs and the darkening caused by sin and trauma, we struggle to experience the Truth of who we are. Our pain and woundedness distort the lens through which we look at ourselves, others and the circumstances of our lives. Come…and let Him Restore you! Retreat talks and experiences will reconnect us with the Truth of our inherent dignity, beauty, and wholeness. Retreat also includes: small groups, individual healing prayer, Mass and Adoration. Retreat leaders are Father Allen Hoffa, De Yarrison of You Are Made New Ministry and Laura Ercolino of Hope's Garden. Join us in-person or virtually! Visit https://youaremadenew.com/restore-womens-retreat or email De at
Daylesford Abbey: Our Spirituality and Retreat Center will be reopening in stages. Beginning on June 4, we will welcome guests for personal, private retreats. On July 1, we reopen for group retreats. Covid-19 protocols are still in place. To inquire about booking a retreat, please call 610-601-8702 or email
Father Chuck’s Challenge: As you recall, in the past, our parish had a collection for Father Chuck’s Challenge, a small local charity, attempting to help clearly identified, desperately poor people in Haiti and Nicaragua with clear definite plans for sheltering the homeless, feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, permanently, fundamentally, economically and immediately. For more information visit fatherchuckschallenge.com. Donations can be made via the website at https://www.fatherchuckschallenge.com or mail to Fr. Chuck’s Challenge, 1020 Lake Lane, Pennsbury, PA 18073-1610.
50th Class Reunion: Save the Date! Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast High School Class of 1970 will gather for a 50th reunion celebration at The Drexelbrook Catering and Event Center, 4700 Drexelbrook Drive, Drexel Hill, on Friday, October 22, 6:00-10:00 PM. For additional information email
Archdiocese of Philadelphia-Voices of Faith: Tune into the Voices of Faith radio program monthly for a powerful message of TRUST and HOPE from Archbishop Perez. The program airs the first Saturday of every month on WPHT/1210 am at 5:00 PM. You can listen to the live broadcast on your Smartphone via the Radio.com app by searching for WPHT. If you miss a show, you can watch it at your convenience on the Voices of Faith YouTube channel.
Flame of Love: Please join our virtual Flame of Love Cenacle-Pray the Rosary-Wherever you Live! The permanent Eastern Time Zone schedule is Sundays-7:00 PM, Mondays-11:00 AM or 9:00 PM; Tuesdays-7:30 or 9:00 PM; Wednesdays–10:00 AM or 8:00 PM; Fridays-1:00 PM and Saurdays-11:00 AM. To join a cenacle visit http://meetjit.si/folpermvc7. Please tune in every Friday from 4:20-5:00 PM to Radio Maria Miami in Spanish with host Patti Schwartz. The link for Radio Maria Spanish is https://www.radiomariasp.org/miami/ for those who want to listen via a computer.
Daylesford Abbey: Spiritual Direction-Companions for the Journey! Spiritual Direction is the contemplative practice of helping others to awaken to the mystery of God in their lives. Even more so in these unprecedented times, our need for our personal connection to God is vital. The Spiritual Direction Ministry at the Daylesford Abbey in Paoli offers trained and experienced Spiritual Directors for those seeking to revitalize their relationship with God and for those who want to deepen their spiritual lives. In person, virtual and phone meetings are available. For more information on how this ministry can enrich your life, contact Daylesford Abbey at 610-647-2530, ext. 1020 or at
Saint Mary of Providence Center, Elverson: Longing to encounter Christ? The Daughters of St. Mary of Providence offer retreat hospitality in the Roman Catholic tradition. There are two facilities available including a beautifully restored mansion that can accommodate up to 110 people. In addition, there are two chapels, a Rosary garden, and an outdoor stations of the cross. Clergy and Religious are welcome to book for individual retreats. To learn more about the Saint Mary of Providence Center visit stmaryofprov-pa.org/ or call 610-942-4166/7.
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 8:00 AM to 5:00 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.
West Chester Food Cupboard: In need of food assistance? Live in Pennsylvania? We are open to serve you! The West Chester Food Cupboard is now serving people who live outside the West Chester Area School District. This means any resident of Pennsylvania can come to the Cupboard and get food. We provide quality non-perishable items, fresh produce, dairy and meat products for you and your family with safe and friendly drive-through service. No appointment is needed– just stop in during our hours of operation: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 8:30 - 11:30 AM. The only required documentation is proof of address, such as PA driver’s license, lease, utility bill, etc. We are located at 431 S. Bolmar Street, West Chester, PA 19382; 610-344-3175, www.wcfood.org.
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