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212 Meredith Street • Kennett Square, PA 19348
www.stpatrickkennettsquare.org
MASSES Saturday Vigil: 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM and
12 Noon
Weekday Mass: 7:30 AM Monday
through Friday, 8:00 AM Saturday
CONFESSIONS Saturday: 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Holy Days of Obligation - See
Sunday bulletin.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Mondays 8 AM to 7 PM
Parish Office
205 Lafayette Street
Telephone: 610-444-4364
Fax: 610-444-2129
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday through Friday
Religious Ed. Center
210 Meredith St.
Buffington House
227 Lafayette Street
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Clergy
Rev. Christopher B. Rogers, Pastor
Rev. Victor F. Sharrett, Pastor Emeritus
Rev. Andres Garcia, In Residence
Oblates of St. Francis DeSales, Sunday
Assistance
Deacons James K. Madonna and James J. Elliott
May 21, 2017
Sixth Sunday of Easter
MISSION STATEMENT St. Patrick Church, in the process of strengthening its Catholic Community, seeks
to make the gospel of Jesus Christ better known and loved through prayer,
stewardship and good works
I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Ad-
vocate to be with you always, the Spirit of Truth,
whom the world cannot accept. (Gospel)
Monday, May 22, St. Rita of Cascia
7:30AM Joseph Pecherski
r/o Bobbie Tuesday, May 23, Weekday
7:30AM Chickie Dunlap
r/o Clara Dunlap & Family Wednesday, May 24, Easter Weekday
7:30AM Francis X. McNelis
r/o C. Szablewski
5:00PM Helen Citino
r/o Matilda Bronson Thursday, May 25, The Ascension of the Lord
7:30AM Christina E. Murphy
r/o Catherine Borten
9:00AM Anthony Basilio, Sr.
r/o Tony & Ginny Basilio
12:00PM Special Intention
7:00PM Special Intention Friday, May 26, St. Philip Neri
7:30AM Alice Regester
r/o Linda Moscardelli
Saturday, May 27, St. Augustine of Canterbury
8:00AM Special Intention Vigil, Seventh Sunday of Easter
5:00PM Michael DiPietro
r/o Teresa & Lisa Sunday, May 28, Seventh Sunday of Easter
7:30AM Mass for Parishioners
9:00AM Eugene DiFilippo
r/o Carolyn Peppernick
10:30AM Rosaria DiGuglielmo
r/o The Moustafa Family
12:00PM Jennie Toner
r/o Jane Fida & Family
ST. PATRICK CHURCH, KENNETT SQUARE, PA PRAYER INTENTIONS
Good and loving Father,
watch over and protect
all who serve in the
Armed Forces of our
nation. Surround them
with your love and care
and bring them safely home.
SSGT Richard Baffa
SGT Raymond Burke III
LT Michael Crawford
1st Lt Dominic Paul DellaPelle, USMC
PFC Ben Farrell, USMC
Chief Petty Ofcr 1st Cl Shauna McNeely
SFC Tyler Nellens
E1 Airman 1st Cl Andrew Szonntag
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All praise and glory is yours, Lord our God, for
You have called us to serve You in love. Bless
our sick: Helen Scotese, Jeanne Harkins, Ro
Teel, James Killias, Ray Patterson, William Adair,
Joshua Brown, Neal Reynolds, Gweneth Mal-
chione, Bill Ewell, Ronald Hall, Frank Reck, Mi-
chael Odorisio, Sr., Mario Lorenzut, Ginny Basilio,
Pastor Dan Nicewonger, Steve Briley, Ana Teresa
Encarnacion, Robert “Mack” Marc-Aurele, Dennis
Kelleher, Adriano D’Angelo, Judy Fritz, Clara
Dunlap, Phil Morehead, Rosemary F. Madrigale,
Tim Ewell, Ida DiNorscia, so that they bear this
illness in union with Your Son’s obedient suffering,
restore them to health, and lead them to glory.
Amen.
OUR FAITHFUL DEPARTED: Anne Wil-
liams& Edward Zunino. May the souls of all the
faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in
peace. Amen.
Ascension Thursday Mass
Schedule
Wednesday, May 24 at
5:00PM
Thursday, May 25 at
7:30AM, 9:00AM,
12:00PM & 7:00PM
Holy Day of Obligation
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 21, 2017
FROM THE PASTOR
My Dear Parishioners,
Praised be Jesus Christ! Happy Sunday! This weekend we welcome back to our parish the Little
Sisters of the Poor. The Little Sisters are tremendous witnesses to the simple love of Jesus
Christ and the power of that love which makes a difference. The Little Sisters have local homes
in Newark, DE and Philadelphia, PA where they care for the elderly poor. May God bless and
prosper the Little Sisters and may their witness inspire us to serve Jesus generously with simple and total hearts.
At this time of year, we welcome too all our college young people who have made it home for the summer months.
I’ve noticed their presence over the past two weeks and it’s good to have them back in the pews. Their presence
with us is warmly welcomed. One of the college campuses where St. Patrick’s is represented is Catholic Universi-
ty of America in Washington, DE. Sitting in the Brookland section of Washington DC, CUA is home to the largest
Catholic Church in North America, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. In recent
years, the basilica has undergone extensive renovations and improvements, the last of which is now underway.
Namely, the creation of the Trinity Dome. It is a site to see, believe me. This month, the Bishops of the United
States are inviting all parishes across the country to contribute to this marvelous project and individual parishioners
may want to do the same. This is a neat opportunity to give a dollar or two or even more to such an historic and
lasting part of American Church History. It might be worth considering. Collection envelopes are available in the
back of Church and they can be dropped in the collection basket here at St. Patrick’s. The parish will send a check
to the Shrine in mid-June with the offering. More information is available on the Basilica’s Website.
While on the theme of collections, we are still collecting nominations for our 2017-18 Pastoral Council. Please
consider nominating yourself or another parishioner for this service. Finally, the most important collection of all,
the collection of ourselves. This week, please do everything you can to join us for our Forty Hours Devotion.
We welcome to the parish Fr. Mike Fitzpatrick. He is a fine priest and excellent preacher. Church will be open all
day Sunday thru Tuesday and we will have Evening Prayer each evening at 7PM at which Father will offer a re-
flection. The service each evening will take 45 minutes.
It is no news to any of us that we live in scattered times and it affects us deeply, it’s affecting our families and
homes. What may be news to us is that Jesus Christ is in the business of gathering His People. He does so not just
at 45 minute Sunday Masses. He does so all the time, in and through the Eucharist. In the Eucharist, and specifi-
cally in prayer before the Eucharist, God collects, gathers, heals and strengthens His People-you and me! I dare
each and every one of you, to attend at least one night of our Forty Hours and to spend 15 minutes before Jesus in
Silent Prayer before the Eucharist. Then, report back to me what happens...if in any way you are not blessed, talk
to me. The Eucharist is that powerful, God is that Good! Receive His Goodness.
Peace,
Fr. Rogers
40 Hours
Sunday, May 21
Monday, May 22
Tuesday, May 23
at 7:00PM
Come and spend time with the Lord. Plan to join us on
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday as we gather together
before Jesus to pray, to worship and to invoke His
blessings on us. Fr. Mike Fitzpatrick will lead us in
prayer and preaching each evening and our Church will
be open through the day for Adoration.
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In all your actions seek in the first place the Kingdom
of God and his glory. 236
THIS WEEK AT ST.
PATRICK PARISH
Sunday, May 21
Forty Hours Adoration all day after Noon Mass
Evening Prayer 7:00PM C
Monday, May 22
La Comunidad ESL Class 6:30-9:00PM S
Forty Hours Adoration all day following 7:30AM
Mass
Evening Prayer 7:00PM C
Tuesday, May 23
Forty Hours Adoration all day following 7:30AM
Mass
Evening Prayer 7:00PM C
Wednesday, May 24
Adult Choir Practice 7:00PM C
La Comunidad ESL Class 6:30-9:00PM S
Ascension Thursday Vigil
Mass 5:00PM C
Thursday, May 25-Ascension Thursday
Mass at 7:30AM, 9:00AM, 12:00PM & 7:00PM
Friday, May 26
Saturday, May 27
Rosary 8:30AM & 4:30PM C
C-Church
S-School
ST. PATRICK CHURCH, KENNETT SQUARE, PA PARISH NEWS AND EVENTS
In this 100th Anniversary Year of the
Apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, a
Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady of Fatima
is traveling through the homes of our
parish for devotion and family pray-
er. Participating families will have
the statue from Sunday to Sunday.
To sign up go to the St. Patrick web-
site or call Susan at 610-388-6334.
May 21-Luis Encarnacion
May 28-Barbara Kitching
June 4-Dolores Kalman
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Catholic Young Adults of Chester County
Young Adults: “Mother Mary Comes to Me’-Join us
for a candlelight rosary walk to the Our Lady of Fati-
ma Shrine at the Malvern Retreat House. We’ll meet
this Wednesday, May 24 at 7:30PM in the St. Joe’s
parking lot at the Retreat House to begin our night.
We’ll end the night with food, drinks, and fellowship
at the Flying Pig in Malvern. Please note: while at
the Retreat House, we will be outdoors (rain or shine),
dress accordingly. See www.cyacc.org.
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St. Cornelius School in Chadds Ford is hiring an
Administrative Assistant. Requirements are:
Proficiency with MS Office including Word &
Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must possess all PA clearances
Email resume to [email protected]
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Bishop Shanahan Class Reunion-Bishop Shanahan Class of
1967 is planning a 50th Class Reunion on October 14,
2017 at TECA Restaurant in West Chester. Visit https://
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St. Pat’s cleaning teams need you!
Cleaning angels are needed for
one hour once a month. Every
Thursday morning after daily
Mass.
Please call the parish office at 610-444-4364.
Thank you for your consideration.
FAITH FORMATION SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Registration 2017-2018
Registration for the new year is now open. Families
can obtain a registration form on the church web-
site. Registration deadline for returning families is
June 15, 2017. All new families are asked to in-
clude a copy of their child’s Baptismal certificate
with their registration. Please note there has been a
slight time change in our Sunday/Monday classes.
If you need to contact the Office of Religious Edu-
cation, the new email address is stpat-
[email protected] or you can call 610-444-2214.
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Quo Vadis Days, June 26-29, 2017
Black Rock Retreat Center
$35.00 per person/Register by Friday, June 9
This is a retreat for young men graduating 8th-12th
grade. Gather with the Philadelphia Seminarians
and other high school men for 4 days of dynamic
talks, small group discussions and other activities.
To register, visit: www.heedthecall.org. 236
Parish Registration
New families should visit the Parish Office to register
in the Parish. Members of the parish who reach the
age of 18 should register separately as adults. If you
have recently changed your status, married, moved
out of your parents home or graduated from college,
you need to re-register. If you move, we would also
appreciate a call to the Parish Office so that our rec-
ords will be in order.
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
Come out to cheer for the Blue Rocks alongside St.
Patrick’s parishioners and see Father Rogers throw
out the first pitch!
When: Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 6:35PM
Where: 801 Shipyard Drive, Wilmington, DE
19801
Cost: $11.00 per ticket
The first 20 kids to sign up get to go onto the field
during the National Anthem!
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Please put this form and cash or check (made out to
St. Patrick’s Parish) in a sealed envelope and give
to your child’s PREP teacher or to the parish office.
Family Name: _____________________________
Family email: _____________________________
Number of tickets ($11.00 per ticket) __________
Total: ____________
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News & Announcements
Pentecost Vigil Mass for the Archdiocesan
Charismatic Renewal-Saturday, June 3, 2017 at
the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul in Phil-
adelphia. Praise & Worship at 7:30PM, Vigil
Mass at 8:00PM. Rev Denis Gill will be the cele-
brant. Visit www.PhillySpirit.com for infor-
mation.
The 30th Annual “Burrs at the Beach” celebra-
tion, presented by the Alumni and Friends of West
Philadelphia Catholic High School, will be held,
rain or shine, on Sunday, June 25 from 1PM-7PM
at Westy’s Irish Pub in North Wildwood, NJ. For
tickets contact Peg Panichelli (610-420-0987).
SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION
Baptism: celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each Month. Pre-Jordan class is
required and held on the 1st Monday of each month. Please call the parish office to
schedule.
Confirmation: celebrated annually at the Parish with our Bishop. For more infor-
mation, please contact Religious Education office.
Matrimony: celebrated regularly throughout the year. Engaged couples must
meet with the pastor at least six months prior to the wedding, to arrange for the
Sacrament.
Anointing of the Sick: celebrated regularly throughout the year in hospitals,
homes or after Mass. Please contact the Parish Office to arrange for the Sacrament
in times of sickness, prior to surgery or in emergency.
Holy Orders: Please visit www.HeedTheCall.org for information about priestly
vocations
RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. For information about becoming
Catholic, please contact the Religious Education Office.
PARISH REGISTRATION
Registration is held on the First Sunday of Each Month or at the parish office. Ro-
man Catholics who live within the boundaries of the parish should register in the
parish. This will regularize one’s status and allow for the issuance of certificates and
make possible the arrangements for Baptism, Weddings and Confirmations.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Formal Religious Education and Sacramental Preparation is provided for children grades 1 thru 6. Classes are held on Sunday Mornings and Monday Evenings. Con-tact Marianne Kane for more information at 610-444-2214.
Parish Staff
Candace Malchione
Secretary
Marie Elliott
Business Manager
Marianne Kane
Dir. of Religious Education
Dave Cavanaugh Cemetery Coordinator
Annemarie McCarthy
Music Director
Kurt Smith
Parish Facilities
Pastoral Council:
Fr. Christopher Rogers
Deacon Jim Madonna
Deacon Jim Elliott
Marie Elliott
Marianne Kane
Horace Scherer
Jim Jennings
Marlene McDonough
Megan Cascarelli
Anne Marie Gillinger
Michael Curry
Robert Bertrando
Jeffrey Pysher
Brian Raffety
Clint Norris
Finance Council
Fr. Christopher Rogers
Marie Elliott
Doug Singo
Bill Teel
Arlene Schock
Michael Piergalline
Building & Grounds
Michael Miller
Kurt Smith
John LaPelusa
Ray Gamble
Sunday Celebrant Schedule Sunday Collection Fr. Rogers’ homilies are
Subject to Change May 13-14, 2017 available online:
May 27-28, 2017 Regular-$12,478.51 www.cbr.podbean.com
5:00 Fr. Rogers Last year-$11,151.00
7:30 Fr. Mokluk
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10:30 Fr. Rogers in a timely and convenient way. Sign up by visiting www.
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