ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA OFFICE OF THE MODERATOR OF THE CURIA 222 North Seventeenth Street ● Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103-1299 Telephone (215) 587-4507 ● Fax (215) 587-4545

SEPTEMBER PRIESTS’ MAILING FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SEMPTEMBER 2019

a.) Office of the Archbishop Letter from Archbishop Chaput re: World Mission Sunday Collection

b.) Secretariat for Evangelization Pontifical Mission Societies

September 2019 Update Extraordinary Year of Mission Office for the New Evangelization Office for the New Evangelization Guidelines and Goals for Catholic Scouting in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Persons with Disabilities & the Deaf Apostolate Updates for September 2019 Parish Contact Form Brochure: Our Lady of Confidence Retreat for Adults with Disabilities Nourish for Caregivers: Caring for Caregivers Workshop

c.) Office for Clergy Clergy Notes – September 2019 d.) Office for Catechetical Formation

Flyer: Awards Mass

e.) Office for Divine Worship Liturgy Notes – September 2019

Flyer: Remain in My Love Flyer: John Newman Flyer: Blue Mass

f.) St. Charles Borromeo Memo from Aileen Kain, Director of External Affairs and Alumni Relations

g.) Office for Cultural Ministries Flyer: World Day for Migrants and Refugees 2019 Letter from Bishop Deliman

h.) Tribunal Office Flyer: Letter to Pastors

Flyer: Tribunal Procedure Flyer: Do You Know your Tribunal Flyer: RCIA Coordinators

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October 13, 2019

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This year, October 20, 2019 marks a very special World Mission Sunday – our annual, worldwide Eucharistic celebration of our shared call to Mission. It culminates the Archdiocesan Celebration of the Extraordinary Year of Mission and takes place during an international Extraordinary Missionary Month, called for by Pope Francis to emphasize everyone’s participation in the Missionary Call to proclaim the Gospel.

During this month of October, Pope Francis invites us – all the baptized – to a personal encounter with Jesus Christ through prayer, meditation on the Word of God, education and pilgrimage. We move beyond the typical “heroic vision” of missionaries and reinforce the transforming relationship between faith and the world to which we are all called. Pope Francis reminds us that we are each “Baptized and Sent”; we are all the “Church of Christ on Mission in the World.”

I invite all of us, as faithful Catholics in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, to take this opportunity to revitalize our ardor, passion and zeal for the faith with loving Missionary hearts. Please pray and give, as your means allow, to the collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith... one of the Pontifical Mission Societies on World Mission Sunday. Your prayers and support help sustain priests, Religious and lay pastoral leaders in more than 1,111 mission dioceses in Asia, Africa, the Pacific Islands, Europe and remote areas of Latin America, as they proclaim the Gospel, build the Church and serve the poor.

As I thank you for your continuous commitment to mission throughout our Archdiocesan Extraordinary Year of Mission, I share my personal gratitude for your generous response on this special day. Let us join our hearts in the prayer of our Holy Father for this special moment for the Missions: “May the love for the Church’s Mission, which is a passion for Jesus and a passion for His people, grow ever stronger!” Sincerely yours in Christ, +Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.

Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Archbishop of Philadelphia Please communicate the contents of this letter to your parishioners on October 12-13; the collection is to be taken October 19-20. Collection remittal should be made payable to: ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA and sent to: Pontifical Mission Society for the Propagation of the Faith, 222 North Seventeenth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. For more about this important celebration of the universal Church, please visit our local website at www.phillymissions.org.

PONTIFICAL MISSION SOCIETIES

Extraordinary Year of Mission October 2018-2019

For this October, the Extraordinary Year/Month of Mission, plan a Mission Activity for different age groups in your parish. Consider these ideas for the children:

Develop A Parish, School or PREP Children’s Eucharistic Holy Hour for the Missions: Order a parish Children’s Eucharistic Holy Hour for the Missions kit. This kit includes Mission-oriented Holy Hour prayers and Adoration Prayer intention cards. A good date to plan this would be on First Friday [October 4] in conjunction with the a Worldwide Holy Hour that takes place.

Ask the Missionary to Speak! Ask the Mission Speaker who is scheduled for your Mission Sunday Weekend to talk with the children in your parish. This can be done prior to or after one of your Weekend Masses [perfect if you have a regularly scheduled Children’s Mass]. Call our office if you did not schedule a Mission Sunday Speaker– we may be able to have someone speak for you!

Have your Kids Talk about A Mission Saint Work with a Family and ask one of their children to research a Mission Saint and have them present this Saint a few minutes before Mass starts!

PONTIFICAL MISSION SOCIETIES • Monsignor Arthur E. Rodgers • Archdiocesan Director • pofaith@archphila.org

Pray the World Mission Rosary at your Parish in October

† Pray the World Mission Rosary before each Mass each week in October. Contact our office for Free Mission Rosary Brochures with Mission-inspired intentions for each Mystery.

† Place information about Praying the World Mission Rosary in your Parish Bulletin. Provide information about Archbishop Fulton Sheen who developed the Rosary and how to pray it.

† Start a Mission Rosary Prayer group or ask your existing group to pray for Missionaries.

Look for your Parish Announcement Kit for the Extraordinary Year & Month of Mission

World MISSION SUNDAY, 2019

OCTOBER is the Extraordinary MONTH of MISSION, which for all here in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia culminates the Extraordinary Year of Mission.

PLEASE PLAN an Extraordinary Celebration at your parish for the MONTH of MISSION and the Eucharist Mass celebration on October 20 • World Mission Sunday. Here are some idea starters:

† Plan to include Mission reflections regularly for the month of October/Mission and World Mission Sunday in your weekly bulletin. These will be provided regularly to your Bulletin administrator.

† Add a Mission Petition to your Universal Prayer or the Prayer of the Faithful for each of the Sundays in October. These will be provided in the Announcement Kit, on-line and to your Bulletin Administrator.

† Augment Your Homily each week in October. Homily helps will be provided for each Sunday’s Gospel via email to your Mission Contact and in your Announcement Kit.

† Prepare notices of the Extraordinary Month/Year Mission Sunday, 2019 in your weekly bulletin through October. Determine Placement of Archbishop Chaput’s Mission Sunday letter [in this mailing] in the bulletin or read the letter at Mass.

† Begin Planning a Special Procession to Celebrate the Mission Sunday liturgy with a special procession for entrance or offertory. Include Missionaries, visitors or parishioners who have worked as Missionaries.

Display the Extraordinary Year/Month of Mission World Mission Sunday Yard Signs & Posters in your Announcement Kit as soon as its arrives. Look for this Kit early the week of September 23rd. Please keep everything on display at least for the month of October or longer!

Ideas to Inspire Mission for your Parish’s Children

GUIDELINES AND GOALS FOR CATHOLIC SCOUTING

IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA Thank you for your generosity in leading a Catholic scouting group in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Please find below some important guidelines for running your troop as well as the goals of Catholic scouting in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. For more information about Catholic scouting in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, visit archphila.org/catholicscouting.

Catholic Scouting Guidelines

All Archdiocesan Catholic scouting ministries will ensure that everything taking place in the life of the troop is in accord with the teaching of the Catholic Church. Every Catholic scouting unit should make as its own the Goals of Catholic Scouting Ministry set forth below.

Parish-based scouting troops, along with operating under the authority of the pastor, should also be in contact with the local Catholic committee for the scouting ministry.

All volunteers who are leading or assisting with the scouting troop must be in compliance

with all Archdiocesan policies concerning Child and Youth Protection, including Safe Environment Training and background checks. Visit the Office for Child and Youth Protection for more information (childyouthprotection.org).

Cookie sales and other scouting troop fundraisers may be conducted on parish grounds if the troop is sponsored by the parish. Non-parish-affiliated troops may not conduct cookie sales or other fundraisers on parish grounds.

Goals of Catholic Scouting Ministry*

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia considers Catholic scouting to be a form of youth ministry. It is therefore a part of the Church’s overall mission to bring her children into an ever deeper relationship with Jesus Christ in the heart of the Church. For this reason, the following goals should be the goals of every Catholic scouting ministry in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

1. Personal and Spiritual Growth – Youth ministry works to foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each young person.

2. Full Participation in the Faith Community – Youth ministry seeks to draw young people to responsible participation in the life, mission and work of the faith community.

3. Empowerment & Discipleship – Youth ministry empowers young people to live as

disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today.

When scouting understands itself as part of a parish's ministry for young people, these are some anticipated outcomes:

Scout Leader as Youth Minister: Adult scout leaders understand themselves to be youth ministers as well as scout leaders. They are trained in youth ministry as well as scouting. They bring to their scouting the explicit intention of impacting the faith of young people.

Personal Faith and Spirituality: Unit leaders are themselves growing in their own faith,

availing themselves of the sacraments and attending retreats, workshops, faith formation series, Catholic scouter development offerings, etc. to further develop their own faith and ministry.

Prayer: Prayer is a strong, consistent part of the life of the scouting unit. Meetings begin

and end with prayer. The Church’s traditional prayer practices such as Scripture meditation, Eucharistic adoration and Marian devotion, are incorporated into the life of the troop in creative, developmentally-appropriate ways.

Faith-Sharing: Faith is shared and celebrated on a regular basic. Unit leaders are

comfortable with and well-prepared to share their faith. The scouts know they are in a place of faith not only because of where they may meet, but by the way the adult leaders talk and behave.

The Eucharist: The Eucharist is a normal part of the life of the scouting unit, including

on campouts and other trips and excursions. If the unit leader is Catholic, he or she must

be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. If the unit leader is not Catholic, the leader leads an exemplary life according to his or her own faith tradition.

Religious Recognition Programs: Religious recognition programs are held in high

regard by the unit leaders and it is a priority to assist young people in achieving them. Unit leaders not only encourage Catholic scouts to achieve the Catholic medals and patches, but also encourage scouts of other faiths to achieve their respective recognitions as well.

Parish Participation: The scouting unit is clearly a part of the parish community, visibly

present at parish events and activities, accountable to the pastor and/or parish staff. Unit leaders make efforts to build bridges of cooperation and collaboration with other parish ministries and work hard to help their scouts become fully contributing members of the faith community. Unit leaders establish a healthy, mutually supportive working relationship with the pastor and parish staff. They are active members of their faith community, effectively modeling the kind of faith and participation they are trying to develop in their scouts.

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For troop leaders who wish to pursue in-depth training in youth ministry, contact the Office for Youth and Young Adults (ANTHEM) at 215-587-3760. * We thank the Diocese of Lexington for these Guidelines, which have been revised and edited for use in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES & THE DEAF APOSTOLATE Updates for September 2019 Please see the Parish Contact Form. Each Pastor is asked to appoint or re-appoint a

person to this role. Please complete and return the attached form by September 15th.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE FORM ON LINE.

CHURCH BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS

September

UPCOMING WORKSHOP / UPDATE ON NOURISH FOR CAREGIVERS

PERIODIC BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENT

Attachments: 1. Parish Contact Form for the Office for Persons with Disabilities

2. Our Lady of Confidence Brochure and Registration Form 3. November 2, 2019 Parish Contact Workshop Flyer

OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES & THE DEAF APOSTOLATE

Phone: 215-587-3530; Email: sr.kschipani@archphila.org Web: www.opdarchphilly.org / www.deafcatholicphilly.org

Our Lady of Confidence Christian Retreat for Persons with Disabilities: A three day retreat at Malvern Retreat House has been scheduled for October 8, 9 & 10, 2019 for adults with disabilities. The retreat is geared for adults with intellectual, physical or emotional disabilities. The retreat directors are Fr. Jim McGuinn and Fr. Mike Speziale and the theme is: We All

Belong. For more information email OLCRetreat@gmail.com or call Malvern Retreat Center at 610-644-0400 for a brochure and registration form. The registration form is also on line at www.opdarchphilly.org. If you would like to be a volunteer companion on this retreat contact Jenny Mars at marsfam1@gmail.com.

Xavier Society for the Blind (XSB) assists blind and visually impaired people learn about, develop, and practice their faith. XSB provides inspirational, spiritual and religious reading materials in braille, audio and/or large print to the blind and visually impaired community of faithful free of charge, including: Monthly readings, prayers and responses for the Sunday Mass and selected Feast Days and Solemnities; Faith formation textbooks for children and adults; and Many popular titles related to the Catholic Church, religion, and spiritual themes If you know a family member, friend or fellow parishioner who could benefit from our services, visit our website xaviersocietyfortheblind.org, e-mail us at info@xaviersocietyfortheblind.org or call (800) 637- 9193.

Nourish for Caregivers Workshop. This workshop on Saturday, November 2nd from 9 am to noon will be at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center. Parish Disability Contacts/Advocates, staff and volunteers are invited to learn about this Christ-centered ministry that supports the practical and spiritual needs of parishioners caring for loved ones whether it be a family member with a disability, an aging or ill parent, spouse, friend or grandparent. To register for this informative workshop, please click here or go to www.opdarchphilly.org . For information call 215-587-3530 or email opd@archphila.org. For more about Nourish for Caregivers or to attend a monthly Nourish meeting visit the Archdiocesan webpage: www.phillyevang.org/nourish .

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES & THE DEAF APOSTOLATE PARISH CONTACT FORM

We are asking each Parish to appoint a person to this role.

Please complete and return this form. If you have a Parish Contact for Persons with Disabilities who was previously appointed and is still active,

please fill out this form to assist us in updating our records.

CLICK HERE TO COMLETE THIS FORM ON LINE. The Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) goal is to have a Parish Contact from each parish acting on behalf of persons with disabilities and their families in assisting pastors in their role of inviting people to full participation within the Parish. Contacts are volunteers who serve as liaisons between persons with disabilities and their parishes and between the parish and Archdiocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities. Responsibilities include:

Assisting the pastor in ministry with persons with disabilities and their families Identifying persons with disabilities in the parish/apostolate. Sensitizing the parish to the needs and gifts of persons with disabilities Welcoming and making recommendations for accommodating persons with disabilities

in Church life.

Did you know: More than half of people 65+ years of age report having at least one disability; one in twelve children are diagnosed with a physical or intellectual disability; one in ten of those sitting in pews every Sunday has a serious mental illness. Surveys indicate that there are 14 million of our Catholic brothers and sisters that live with a disability. The Office provides Parish Contacts with support, resources and workshops through Parish Contact Meetings that are held twice a year at accessible locations throughout the Archdiocese. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Sr. Kathleen Schipani, IHM @ 215-587-3530 or email: sr.kschipani@archphila.org.

Office for Persons with Disabilities & the Deaf Apostolate PARISH CONTACT - APPOINTMENT FORM

Name of Parish: ________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________ Parish Email: _______________________________

_________________________________________

Name of contact person recommended: ____________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________________ Email address: _____________________________

Signature of Pastor: __________________________________________ Date: _______________

Please fax, mail or email to: OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES & THE DEAF APOSTOLATE

222 North 17th Street-8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103

215-587-3530 (phone), 267-507-1215 (video phone for Deaf), 215-587-3561 (fax), sr.kschipani@archphila.org CLICK HERE TO COMLETE THIS FORM ON LINE.

G Newly Appointed G Continuing Service

OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH

DISABILITIES & THE DEAF APOSTOLATE

The Office for Persons with Disabilities

(OPD) serves as a pastoral resource for

parishes, inst itut ions, famil ies and

individuals in providing access and

welcome to persons with disabilities. If we

can be of assistance to you contact Sr.

Kathleen Schipani @215-587-3530, 267-

507-1215 (Video Phone for the deaf), or

e m a i l : s r . k s c h i p an i@ archp h i l a . o r g .

CATHOLIC LEAGUE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (CLPD)

The League's primary purpose is to

address the pastoral concerns of persons

with disabilities. CLPD has 6 meetings

throughout the year and sponsors an

annual Communion Mass Luncheon, Day

of Recollection and various socials. For

additional information or to become a

member, contact: Theresa Breward,

President, 215-333-8507.

ANNUAL MASS WITH PERSONS WITH

DISABILITIES & THE DEAF COMMUNITY on Saturday, March 21, 2020 You are cordially

invited to attend the Mass and Reception

Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities,

the Deaf Community, Family Friends, and

Caregivers, at the Cathedral Basilica of SS.

Peter & Paul, 18th Street and Benjamin Franklin

Pkwy. All are welcome. Info contact:

sr .kschipani@archphi la .org or v is i t :

www.opdarchphilly.org to RSVP.

www.opdarchphilly.org

“I have called you by name, you are mine. You are precious in my sight, and honored,

and I love you.”... Isaiah 43: 1,4

Malvern Retreat House Our Lady’s Hall

Malvern, PA 19355

OUR LADY of CONFIDENCE

RETREAT

RETREAT FOR ADULTS

WITH DISABILITIES

October 8, 9, 10, 2019

Tuesday, Wednesday-

Thursday

WE ALL BELONG

To register complete the

Registration / Medical Profile Form.

To request a Registration Form call or

email Malvern Retreat House or visit: www.opdarchphilly.org

If you have questions or concerns call

Tom Mahon (215) 421-4826

SEND REGISTRATION FORMS TO: Margie Ortlieb

Our Lady of Confidence Retreat 2402 Country Circle

Norristown, PA 19403 Email: OLCRetreat@gmail.com

Malvern Retreat House Our Lady of Confidence Retreat

315 S Warren Avenue Malvern, PA 19355-0315

Phone: 610-644-0400 Fax: 610-644-4363

Email: mail@malvernretreat.com Web: www.malvernretreat.com

BRIEF HISTORY

Our Lady of Confidence Retreat Group

made their first retreat in 1964 at Malvern

Retreat House in Malvern, PA. The retreat

has been held every year since then.

MISSION STATEMENT

To conduct an annual three day, two night

Christian Retreat that will give men and

woman the opportunity to discover, renew

or increase their faith in our Lord and Savior

Jesus Christ through the intercession of his

Blessed Mother ‘Our Lady of Confidence.’

The goal is to provide a meaningful retreat

experience for adults with disabilities. This

retreat is geared for adults with intellectual,

physical, emotional, social or economic disa-

bilities. Various religious, spiritual, and social

activities will be conducted in a serene envi-

ronment within comfortable, accessible facili-

ties.

Friends will be available to assist and monitor

physical needs and accommodations. At least

one, usually two or three, Registered Nurses

will be on site throughout the entire retreat.

Located on 125 acres of

wooded countryside, the

Malvern Retreat House is a

Catholic retreat center for

men, women, families, mar-

ried couples, religious and clergy. It is also a

place where Christian people strengthen and

renew their relationship with Jesus Christ,

self and others.

COST

The Laymen’s Retreat League has supported

Our Lady of Confidence (OLC) Retreat by

granting a substantial subsidy. An anonymous

free will donation is requested during the re-

treat. Any other contribution for the OLC Re-

treat will be sincerely appreciated. No one is,

or ever has been, denied the opportunity to at-

tend due to an inability to contribute financially.

VOLUNTEER/CONTRIBUTE

To volunteer to assist at this retreat or to finan-

cially sponsor a retreatant, contact Jenny Mars

at marsfam1@gmail.com or call Tom Mahon at

(215) 421-4826 .

Retreat Directors

Father James McGuinn Father Mike Speziale Malvern Retreat Center Archbishop Carroll HS

Retreat Chaplains

Msgr. Richard Bolger Deacon Chris Mar Regina Coeli Residence St. David Parish

Retreat Co-Captains

Jenny Mars Jen Falsone St. David Parish St. David Parish

Yes, I will attend the November 2, 2019 Parish Contact Workshop.

Name:_____________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

Phone #: ________________ Email: _____________________________

Parish: ____________________________________________________

Please fax: 215-587-3561 or mail to: Office for Pastoral Care for Persons with Disabilities Archdiocese of Philadelphia 222 North 17th Street-8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103

Phone: 215-587-3530 (phone)/ 267-507-1215 (video phone for the Deaf) Email RSVP to : cdoughty@archphila.org / RSVP on line: www.opdarchphilly.org

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Office for Persons with Disabilities & the Deaf Apostolate

Office for the New Evangelization

2019 Parish Contact/Advocate Meeting

Presented by Aimee Gustitis, BSN, RN, JD

Saturday, Nov 2, 2019 9:30 am - Noon

(Doors open at 9 am for registration and refreshments)

Archdiocesan Pastoral Center

222 N. 17th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19103

(Parking is available) For more information about Nourish please visit: www.phillyevang.org/nourish/

(Pew Research Center)

Accommodations: ____ ASL _____ ALD _____ Braille Other ________________________

Caring for Caregivers Workshop C o me a n d l e a r n h o w t o c a r e f o r t h e c a r e g i v e r s i n y o u r p a r i s h

Click to Register

OFFICE FOR CLERGY MSGR. DANIEL J. SULLIVAN PHONE: 215 587-4532 FAX: 215 587-3807 VICAR FOR CLERGY EMAIL: seclergy@archphila.org SEPTEMBER 2019 NOTICES____________________________________________

►►RETIREMENT – A Pastor is requested to submit to the Archbishop his letter of resignation by September 15 of the year prior to when he will complete his seventy-fifth (75) year of age. A Parochial Vicar or priest serving in a non-parochial assignment may request retirement at the age of 75; he also should address to the Archbishop his letter of resignation from assigned pastoral duties/responsibilities by September 15 of the year prior to when he will complete his seventy-fifth (75) year of age. 🚗🚗 PRIESTS WHO ARE 75 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER 📝📝 AUTO INSURANCE REQUIREMENT - Effective since July 1, 2016, within 90 days of a priest reaching the age of 75 and annually thereafter, you must provide a doctor’s note confirming continued fitness to drive. The note need only to state that you can drive or cannot drive; no medical details are required. If you have not already done so, kindly visit your doctor to obtain the required documentation and submit to the Office for Clergy.

PASTORS/PAROCHIAL ADMINISTRATORS WITH PERMANENT DEACONS: PARISH CONTRACT – 📝📝 Reminder: A Parish Contract should be completed by you and your Deacon(s) and a copy of the contract(s) sent to

the Office for Clergy for the deacon’s personnel file. The Parish Contract can be found on the Priests’ Portal. ☛⚰ PRIESTS PERSONAL PLANNING RECORD – If you, or someone you know has ever had to make funeral arrangements for someone, you can understand how having accurate information for contacting their beneficiary and/or executor, as well as any information on pre-arrangements or other wishes, greatly facilitates in the process going smoothly. Now is an opportune time to update (especially if it’s been more than five years since your last update), OR fill out for the first time, your Priests Personal Planning Record for your Personnel File. The form is available on-line in the Priests’ Portal or by calling or e-mailing the Clergy Office. Your considerate cooperation with this request is most sincerely appreciated. ►📝📝 UPDATE YOUR DESIGNATED BENEFICIARY - The PRIESTS’ GROUP LIFE INSURANCE BENEFIT is intended to pay for funeral and burial expenses. Unless your burial expenses have already been arranged, the Executor of your Estate should be listed as the primary beneficiary and the benefit designated for your funeral and burial expenses. It is important to have an up-to-date Beneficiary Enrollment/Change Form on file to ensure a smooth claim process when the time comes. The most current signed and dated beneficiary form from each priest will be the prevailing document by CIGNA when the claim for Life Insurance benefits is submitted. The life insurance benefit is not taxable to a named (and living) beneficiary; however, if there is no living beneficiary, the life insurance benefit must be paid to your estate and may be subject to probate tax. For a Beneficiary Enrollment/Change Form, questions or inquiries about this benefit, contact the Office for Insurance Services through their Call Center at 1-877-852-5246, where their customer service staff is prepared to assist you. A Beneficiary Enrollment/Change Form may also be downloaded from the Priests’ Portal under Benefits Information.

REMINDER: UPCOMING EVENTS

Sep 11 Newly Ordained and Pastors Luncheon Gathering Archdiocesan Pastoral Center

Sep 18 - 19 Overnight Retreat, Retired/Senior Priests

Malvern Retreat House

Oct 17 and 18 Fall Workshop Saint Helena Parish, Blue Bell

Oct 24 Recently Appointed Pastors /Parochial Administrators

Luncheon Workshop, Pt II Archdiocesan Pastoral Center

Nov 14 Newly Ordained 2019, Fall Day of Recollection (Session 2)

IHM Conference Center, Bryn Mawr

Dec 2 Day of Sanctification Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary

Clergy Notes page 2 SEPTEMBER 2019

PORTER & CURTIS manages the insurance program for Priest owned or leased vehicles insured through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Auto Program. Please be sure that your Auto ID Insurance Card is in your possession and up to date;

• All motor vehicle owners are required by state law to maintain vehicle liability insurance on a currently registered vehicle.

• A lapse in insurance coverage results in the suspension of your vehicle registration privilege for three months. • Any new ownership or lease must be added to the plan at the time of possession of the vehicle.

If you need to report Vehicle or Address Changes, an Accident or Damage, or have any other questions about your auto insurance through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, please contact Porter & Curtis;

• Email RiskServicesAOP@portercurtis.com, or • Call 877-852-5246

ONGOING FORMATION____________________________________________________________________________

♦ OVERNIGHT RETREAT, RETIRED/SENIOR PRIESTS, Family Life Center Malvern Retreat House, September 18 – 19, 2019 ♦ NEWLY ORDAINED PRIESTS, CLASS OF 2019 - The Office for Clergy will sponsor four continuing formation sessions for our newly ordained priests to support them in their transition to full time pastoral ministry. The first session will be held at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This will be a gathering for both the newly ordained and their pastors. Transitional issues will be discussed. Please remember our six new priest-brothers in your prayers. ♦ SAVE THE DATE – FALL WORKSHOP, OCTOBER 17 & 18, 2019 – Saint Helena Parish, Blue Bell. ♦ RECENTLY APPOINTED PASTORS/PAROCHIAL ADMINISTRATORS – Part II will be held at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center on Thursday, October 24, 2018. This gathering will afford the newly appointed pastors/parochial administrators an opportunity to become more acquainted with pastoral issues. Both first-time pastors and those experienced pastors who have moved to a new parish community are encouraged to participate in this continuing formation program as it is designed to accommodate the interests of both groups. ♦ SAVE THE DATE - DAY OF SANCTIFICATION – December 2, 2019, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary.

☛Reminder☜ ARCHDIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION in Washington DC, Saturday, October 19, 2019. This Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to honor Our Blessed Mother is a principal event in the life of the Archdiocese. Please mark the date on your calendars now

so to avoid any unnecessary scheduling conflicts. ONGOING FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE THE ARCHDIOCESE_________________________________ SAINT MEINRAD SEMINARY AND SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY’S INSTITUTE FOR PRIESTS AND PRESBYTERATES offers several programs to assist priests with their ongoing formation needs: www.saintmeinrad.edu. The 2019-2020 IPP calendar of programs follows: Sept. 16 - 20, 2019/The Newly Appointed Pastor; Oct. 14 – 18, 2019/World Priest; Nov. 4 – 8, 2019/The Newly Appointed Pastor; Dec. 2 – 5, 2019/Encore Priest Pre-retirement workshop; Feb. 10 – 14, 2020/The Associate Pastor. Check out the IPP Calendar (click on link)

ONGOING FORMATION AND SABBATICAL PROGRAMS FOR PRIEST RENEWAL IN ROME – Information and forms for Philadelphia priests who desire a sabbatical in Rome: https://www.pnac.org/icte/about-icte/ “Institute for Continuing Theological Education”.

JESUIT RETREAT CENTER - See their brand new website! www.jesuitretreatcenter.org Explore their upcoming Retreats & Programs. Jesuit Retreat House of Cleveland – Parma, OH 44134 | (440) 884-9300

Clergy Notes page 3 SEPTEMBER 2019

＊🙏🙏＊ THE UPPER ROOM CRISIS HOTLINE - is a pastoral service available to priests, deacons, and men religious. The program reaches out to those living alone or in small groups and may be especially appealing to those who have retired from active ministry, who are isolated from their peers, or who are dealing with health issues. The program is staffed by trained volunteers and operates in a strictly confidential fashion. For additional information, you may visit their website at: www.theupperroomcrisishotline.org or contact the Office for Clergy at 215-587-4532. 📂📂 CLERGY DATABASE 📂📂 Please help us maintain accurate contact information for all our priests and deacons. Whenever there is a change to your email address and/or phone/cell phone numbers, please notify the Clergy Office: seclergy@archphila.org or 215-587-4532

PERMANENT DEACONS DEACON MICHAEL PASCARELLA, JR. ASSOCIATE TO THE VICAR FOR CLERGY FOR PERMANENT DEACONS

Our Liturgical Family Tree

By Deacon Jack Hasson Assistant to the Associate to the Vicar for Clergy for Permanent Deacons

Many people and families today are tracing their family trees with the help of the internet and advanced genetic test. Many people are surprised at the results of their investigations, some have found new family members. We as a people have an interest in our past and in many ways it helps to shape our life today as well as our future. During a recent trip we attend Mass at the local Parish and in the bulletin found an article on the Church’s Liturgical Family Tree. “Worship has a family tree as well, and the way we celebrate today has been influenced by various styles and customs through the centuries. We are Western Christians of the Latin Rite. By far, we are the most numerous Western Christians, but there are other ritual families as well. The Archdiocese of Milan in Italy follows the Ambrosian Rite, Toledo in Spain preserves the Mozarabic Rite and the Arab language, and Lyons in France is home to the Gallican Rite. Other liturgical families, such as the Celtic in Ireland and the Sarum in England, faded away after the Reformation. Until recent times, members of some ancient religious orders such as Carmelites and Trappists followed a pattern of Mass that varied slightly from the plan observed in Latin Rite parishes.” Doing a little internet search uncovered more information. The Ambrosian Rite, named after St. Ambrose has several notable differences in the Mass. The principal celebrant blesses all the readers, not only the deacon. The Rite of Peace comes at the beginning of the Liturgy of the Eucharist, before the Presentation of the Gifts. And the Agnus Dei is not said. The Liturgical year has a few differences as well: Advent has six weeks, not four and Lent starts four days later. On Fridays in Lent, Mass is not celebrated and, with a few exceptions, Communion is not distributed. The article concludes with the question. “Isn’t the Catholic Church the same everywhere? Not at all. It never has been! The existence of so many liturgical families in the West reminds us that unity, not uniformity, is what the Church seeks to achieve among her children. We are united in faith, but wonderfully diverse in rituals, ceremonies, languages, customs, and spirituality.”

Please remember in your prayers the relatives of our brother priests and deacons who have died.

SHEILA ZANDONA, sister of Reverend Dennis J. Carbonaro

FERNANDA FERREIRA, sister of Deacon Joao Ferreira MARY E. McANDREWS, wife of +Deacon George F. McAndrews

LAWRENCE A. KORNACKI, father of Reverend Mathew J. Kornacki BARTHOLOMEW J. BROWNHOLTZ, SR., father of Reverend Andrew C. Brownholtz

Clergy Notes page 4 SEPTEMBER 2019

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HELPING THE PINK SISTERS - The Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters ("Pink Sisters") located at 2212 Green St., Philadelphia, are in need of assistance with Evening Prayer and Benediction. For the last several years, five of our deacons have assisted at various times, as the presider/celebrant for Evening Vespers and benediction. Some of

the deacons who have assisted are no longer able to do so, and more help is needed. We are looking for at least five deacons who can help serve the sisters in the celebration of Evening prayers (sung by the sisters) and Benediction. Vespers and Benediction are held every day at 5PM in the chapel. So far, one deacon has volunteered, and training will take place this summer. If any deacon would be interested in helping on a fixed schedule (1 or 2 days per week, or even once per month), please contact Deacon Michael Pascarella by e-mail (mpascarella@archphila.org). FBI AND PA CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE RENEWALS - All members of the clergy are required to have a new FBI fingerprint records check and a PA Child Abuse Clearance every five years. Three months prior to the expiration of your current clearances, you will be notified by the Office for Clergy with instructions as to how to go about obtaining these documents. Once received, copies should be sent to the Office for Clergy. ANNUAL ONGOING FORMATION AND RETREAT RECORD FORM - The Annual Ongoing Formation and Retreat Record Form for 2019 has been revised and was distributed via email with the last issue of the Clergy Notes. A section has been added to capture work done annually in specific ministries, both paid and unpaid. This information is being requested by the USCCB’s research division for statistical purposes. FOCCUS FACILITATORS - Any deacon interested in becoming a FOCCUS facilitator and assisting the Office of Life and Family with their marriage preparation program, please contact Deacon Patrick Kennedy at pkennedy@archphila.org. SPIRITUAL DIRECTION - Please contact the Office for Clergy for more information about finding an approved spiritual director. REMINDER ABOUT THE DEATH OF A DEACON OR A DEACON’S WIFE - In the event of the death of a deacon or spouse, families should notify the Office for Clergy as soon as possible, and before final funeral arrangements are made. As the funeral of a deacon is an Archdiocesan event, the music selection needs to be reviewed by the Office for Divine Worship. This should be done by having the parish music director contact the Office for Divine Worship directly. Also, when possible, the Archbishop would prefer to be the principal celebrant at the funeral of a deacon or spouse of a deacon. In his absence, an auxiliary bishop may be the principal celebrant, based on availability. Any questions should be directed to Deacon Michael Pascarella at mpascarella@archphila.org. DEACON RELATED FORMS - For those in need of Deacon related forms, please email Laura Nimmons at lnimmons@archphila.org.

• Funeral Guidelines • Database Information Form • Commitment to Ministry • Parish Contract • 2019 Ongoing Formation/Retreat Reporting

Form - Info is requested by the USCCB for statistical purposes

Priests can access most of these forms on the Priest’s Portal under the documents tab.

WORKSHOP, RETREAT, AND EVENT CALENDAR/ INFORMATION Saturday Rite of Lector September 14, 2019 Location: Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary 10:00 AM Saint Martin’s Chapel Friday thru Sunday Deacon Retreat September 20-22, 2019 Location: Saint Mary of Providence in Elverson Saturday Rite of Candidacy October 2, 2019 Location: Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary 10:00 AM Immaculate Conception Chapel Friday thru Sunday Deacon Retreat October 4-6, 2019 Location: Ave Maria Retreat House, Our Lady

of Czestochowa National Shrine, Doylestown, PA

Saturday Fall Workshop and Memorial Mass November 2, 2019 Location: St. Helena Parish, Blue Bell 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM Topic: How to Promote NFP to Young Couples Through Ministry

SAVE THE DATE

Mass for

Religious Education &

Presentation of

Anniversary Awards

Most Reverend Michael J. Fitzgerald, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, is the celebrant for the annual Mass. The presentation of anniversary awards which recognizes the ministry of Directors and Catechists of Parish Religious Education immediately follows the Mass. The Paul VI Award, the highest award of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for work in the field of catech-esis, locally and nationally. Most Reverend Michael J. Fitzgerald, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia and Catholic Education, is pleased to announce that the 2020 Paul VI award will be presented to:

ANN MENNA

Deputy Secretary for Catechetical Formation

Clergy are invited to concelebrate.

Please contact the Office for Catechetical Formation at 215-587-3720 to arrange for parking.

Sunday, January 19, 2020 (2:00PM)

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

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OFFICE FOR DIVINE WORSHIP

SEPTEMBER 2019

Website for the Office for Divine Worship

Website: www.odwphiladelphia.org

Contact information for the Office for Divine Worship

Phone: 215-587-3537 Fax: 215-644-3940

Email: worship@archphila.org

Reverend Gerald Dennis Gill, Director

fr.dgill@archphila.org

Ms. Charlene Angelini, Director of Liturgical Music for the Cathedral Parish

With Archdiocesan Responsibilities

cangelini@archphila.org

Mrs. Mary Ann Johnson, Executive Secretary

majohnson@archphila.org

Mrs. Barbara Chandler, Project Support Coordinator

bchandler@archphila.org

LITURGICAL and CIVIC CALENDAR ITEMS

THE PRAYER TO SAINT MICHAEL, THE ARCHANGEL

Many parishes and institutions within the Archdiocese have responded positively to

pray the prayer to Saint Michael in conjunction with the celebration of Mass. You are

reminded that this devotional prayer is to take place outside of Mass. It is not to be

prayed as the concluding prayer of the Universal Prayer nor as part of the Communion

Rite.

THE TIME FOR VIGIL MASSES AND ANTICIPATED MASSES

The time for Vigil Masses and Anticipated Masses in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is

no earlier than 4:00 PM. This applies to Holy Days of Obligation as well, including

Christmas.

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THE MASS SCHEDULE FOR HOLY DAYS WHEN THE OBLIGATION IS

SUSPENDED

In the United States, there are three Holy Days, Solemnities, when the obligation to

participate in Mass is suspended when the observance falls on a Monday or a

Saturday—the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God (January 1), the Solemnity of

the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15), and the Solemnity of All Saints

(November 1). In these instances, the Mass schedule certainly can be modified.

However, there should at least be the celebration of one Mass for the benefit of the

faithful who desire to attend Mass.

MASS FOR THE OPENING OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR

A votive Mass of the Holy Spirit may be scheduled for the opening of the academic year on

weekdays when there is no liturgical impediment. The Roman Missal provides three options for

this Votive Mass. One of the prefaces of the Holy Spirit is used and red vestments are worn.

The Lectionary texts for the day are preferable.

Also, see the options in the Book of Blessings, Chapter 5: Order for the Blessing of Students and

Teachers, for another way to liturgically celebrate the opening of the academic year.

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER FOR CHILDREN

FOR USE WITH THE ROMAN MISSAL, THIRD EDITION

The three Eucharistic Prayers for Masses with Children for use with the Roman Missal are

now available as a supplement to the Missal. Copies of these prayers can be obtained

from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Publishing:

http://www.usccbpublishing.org/showproducts.cfm?WPCID=1270

The introduction to the Eucharistic Prayers for Children highlights several significant

pastoral and ritual issues. The Eucharistic Prayers for Children are strictly limited to

Masses celebrated with children (no. 14). Emphasis is to be given to singing the

responses and acclamations proper to the Prayers. Catechetical instruction on “internal

participation” in the saving event of the Eucharistic Prayer should precede celebrations

with children and the use of the Eucharistic Prayers for Children.

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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE CARE OF CREATION

TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sunday, September 1, 2019

Pope Francis established this observance in September 2015 following a similar observance in

the Eastern Church. The homily on this day, as well as an intention in the Universal Prayer,

should call to mind this observance.

Additional resources for Prayers to Care of Creation can be found on the website of the United

States Conference of Catholic Bishops: http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-

and-devotions/prayers/prayers-to-care-for-creation.cfm.

CATECHETICAL SUNDAY

TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sunday, September 15, 2019

STAY WITH US

This year, the Church will celebrate Catechetical Sunday on September 15, 2019. The 2019

theme will be "Stay with Us." Those who the Community has designated to serve as catechists

will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry. Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful

opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on

the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to

rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.

Resources in English and Spanish for the observance of Catechetical Sunday can be found at:

http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-teach/catechesis/catechetical-sunday/

COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED

ALL SOULS DAY

Saturday, November 2, 2019

The Celebration of Marriage: Only the Order of Celebrating Matrimony without Mass can take

place on All Souls Day.

The evening Mass on Saturday, November 2, 2019, is for Sunday, the Thirty-First Sunday in

Ordinary Time.

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PLEASE ANNOUNCE

Archdiocesan Pilgrimage

to the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Washington, DC

Saturday, October 19, 2019

All Parishes, Schools and Institutions are encouraged to participate.

Father Michael Olivere will send details for participation following Labor Day.

CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

The Office for Divine Worship has the responsibility for direction, guidance and support of

pastors and those who collaborate with them in the formation of adults for Christian Initiation.

Additional information on Christian Initiation for adults can be found on the website for the

Office for Divine Worship, under the heading Christian Initiation.

Full Initiation—Baptism, Confirmation and the first reception of Communion—apart from

the Easter Vigil, outside the immediate danger of death, requires the permission of the

Archbishop (see RCIA, no. 331). Archbishop Chaput delegates the Office for Divine Worship

to give this permission. Please contact the Office for Divine Worship for such circumstances.

PARISH BULLETIN INQUIRY ANNOUNCEMENT

The following is provided as a guide for parish bulletin announcements for the Inquiry Period

of Christian Initiation. This announcement respects the various groupings of adults who are

seeking information on the Sacraments of Christian Initiation:

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS

ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH

Saint N. Parish offers year round opportunities for people seeking more information about the

Catholic Faith, the Sacraments and living the Christian Life. These opportunities are for adults

who would like to inquire about following Jesus and becoming a member of the Catholic

Church, or, if you are already a baptized Christian, would like to become a Catholic, or, if you

are already a baptized Catholic, would like to receive Confirmation and Holy Communion.

There are many people like yourself inquiring and we are ready to answer your questions.

Please contact the Parish Office for more information.

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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOPS FOR LITURGICAL MINISTERS

The calendar for 2019--2020 workshops for liturgical ministers can be found on the website for the

Office for Divine Worship. Register for these workshops at worship@archphila.org.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Thursday, October 10, 2019

Saint Joseph Parish, Downingtown

7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Main Church

Please register at: worship@archphila.org

Thursday, January 16, 2020

Cathedral Chapel

7:00 to 9:00 PM

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Parking Available

Please register at worship@archphila.org

Thursday, March 26, 2020

Cathedral Chapel

7:00 to 9:00 PM

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Parking Available

Please register at worship@archphila.org

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Lectors

Tuesday, October 24, 2019

National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown

7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Chapel of the lower Church

Please register by calling 215-345-0600

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Saint Joseph Parish, Downingtown

7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Main Church

Please register at: worship@archphila.org

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Cathedral Chapel

7:00 to 9:00 PM

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Parking Available

Please register at worship@archphila.org

____________________________________________________________________________________ Workshop in Spanish

For Parish Lectors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Saturday, November 16, 2019

10:00 AM to Noon / 12:05 PM Mass to follow

Cathedral Chapel

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Parking Available

Please register at worship@archphila.org

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Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion of the Sick

Saturday, February 8, 2020

Cathedral Chapel

10:00 AM to Noon

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Parking Available

Please register at worship@archphila.org

Parish Ministry Retreat

Presented by Father Dennis Gill, Director of the Office for Divine Worship

Saint John the Baptist Church, Ottsville, PA

Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 9:00 AM to Noon

Lector Workshop, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Workshop and the Elements

of a Divine Worship Mass

All are Welcome!

Please register by email at: executivesecretary@stjohnsottsville.org

Or call: 610-847-5521

If any parish or institution would like a workshop for liturgical ministers, especially Extraordinary

Ministers of Holy Communion, please contact the Office for Divine Worship. EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

All Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are to have an appointment letter

from the Archbishop.

Candidates are to be fully initiated practicing Catholics, high school graduates, validly

married (if married), recognized for faith and devotion to the Holy Eucharist as well as

for service in the parish/institution.

Pastors and chaplains are encouraged to send new Extraordinary Ministers of Holy

Communion to the archdiocesan formation sessions. Current Extraordinary Ministers

of Holy Communion are also welcome to attend.

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Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion typically serve for three years.

Pastors/chaplains may renew terms, if agreeable and in consultation with the minister.

Pastors and chaplains are reminded to inform the Office for Divine Worship if they

conduct their own formation and to send to this office their request for new

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.

Request forms can be found on the Office for Divine Worship website. Letters of

Appointment from the Archbishop will then follow.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are appointed for a three-year term and

for the place where they are commissioned. Terms may be renewed if agreeable to both

the pastor/chaplain and the minister.

All records of active Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are maintained by

the parish/institution.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are commissioned after participation in

a training session, according to the form found in the Book of Blessings, Chapter 63,

“Order for the Commissioning of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.”

• Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion only serve in the parishes/institutions for

which they are commissioned.

LINKS TO HELPFUL INFORMATION

FOR THE MOST RECENT NEWSLETTER FROM THE USCCB

Individual issues of the Newsletter are posted online around the fifteenth of the month

approximately three months after they have been released to subscribers.

For information on subscribing to the newsletter, visit:

http://www.usccb.org/about/divine-worship/newsletter/

FOR PAST MONTHLY MAILINGS OF THE OFFICE FOR DIVINE WORSHIP visit:

http://www.odwphiladelphia.org/sacred-liturgy/monthly-mailings/

Father Dennis GillHe Saw That It Was Very Good

The Goods of Marriage

Megan MurphyMarriage: Created by God, for God

The Sacramentality of Marriage

REMAIN IN MY LOVE

INITIATIVE FOR THE RENEWAL OF CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE

Mini-Conference on Marriage

• Childcare will be provided.

• Free parking is available.

• The conference will include national

speakers, a couple’s personal witness,

prayer & time for Q&A

• No charge to attend, but please RSVP at the

website below.

Join us during the third and final year of the Archbishop’s Remain in My Love initiative! At this mini-

conference, national Catholic speakers will present the splendor of Christ’s teachings on the high dignity

of the vocation of marriage and Christian family life. This event is for everyone! Married and engaged

couples, individuals and families are most welcome. We also invite parish leaders, especially those who

are active in marriage and family ministry in their parish.

archphila.org/remain2019

Sunday, September 15, 2019

2:00 PM-4:30 PM

Damon OwensFamilies, Become What You Are!The Family as the Domestic Church

Cathedral Basilica

of Saints Peter and Paul Chapel

17th & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Speakers & Topics

More details

More information, speaker bios and online registration can be found at

ABOUT REMAIN IN MY LOVEIn 2017, Archbishop Charles J. Chaput announced a three year project, Remain in My Love, directed to every member of the clergy and lay faithful, to every parish and institution and to the families of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Its goal is to reinvigorate our understanding, practices and celebrations of Christian marriage and family life.

Year 1 (2017) was addressed to the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center and Year 2 (2018) was for parish staffs. This third and final year (2019) brings the Church’s good news about marriage and family life to all of the people of the Archdiocese. The three key topics of Years 1 and 2 will be presented in a mini-conference format and are open to everyone. The conference will immerse all of us in the splendor of Christ’s teachings about marriage and family and provide a way for married couples and families to meet and support one another. There is no more urgent time than now to bring marriage and family to new life and to work to protect this most precious institution created by God.

The 2019 Remain in My Love Mini-Conference will take place on Sunday, September 15. Families are encouraged to “make a day of it”, attending Mass at the Cathedral, perhaps going out to eat together and then attending the event. All are asked to register for the conference at archphila.org/remain2019.

The Plenary Sessions will include: • Keynote addresses by three national Catholic speakers• A personal witness from a married couple• Discussion, Q & A and a call to action on the topic • Childcare and free parking will be available.

NOTE FOR PARISH STAFFMany parishes of the Archdiocese participated in Year 2 of the Remain in My Love initiative. If for some reason your parish was not able to do so, you can do so this year by following the Guidebook for Parish Staff, which can be found on the website, archphila.org/remain2019.

Pastors and Parish Staffs that did participate in Year 2 are invited to share observations, suggestions and plans from the parish discussions to strengthen married life and the family. These comments will be published for the benefit of everyone on the Remain in My Love website and will also aid the presenters throughout 2019. Pastors are asked to forward these comments to Donna Huddell at dhuddell@archphila.org.

QUESTIONS ABOUT YEAR 3If you have any questions about Year 3, please contact Father Dennis Gill at worship@archphila.org.

SOLEMN

CHORAL MASS

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15

7 PM

CATHEDRAL BASILICA

OF SS. PETER & PAUL1723 RACE STREET

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103

St. John the Baptist Catholic ChurchPersonal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter | Bridgeport, PA

invites you to

DIVINE WORSHIP - THE ORDINARIATE USE

OF THE ROMAN RITE

Celebrant & Homilist: Very Rev. Timothy Perkins

Vicar General, Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter

Reception to follow.

All are welcome to attend.

For more information, visit

www.sjbbridgeport.org

or call 215-247-1092

CELEBRATING THE

CANONIZATION OF

JOHN HENRY NEWMAN

with treasures of

the Anglican musical patrimony

including Darke's Communion in F,

the hymns of Newman,

and a new anthem composed for the

occasion by W. J. B. Gatens

BLUE MASS �for Police, Firefighters and First Responders

Join us in the celebration of the Blue Mass to pray for local law enforcement officials, firefighters and first responders. We are grateful for their unwavering commitment and selfless dedication to the common good.

All are welcome. Parking is available in the Cathedral parking lot, accessed via the 17th Street gate.

Sunday, September 22, 2019, 9:30 AM

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul�18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA

Principal Celebrant and Homilist�Rev. G. Dennis Gill, Rector and Pastor of the Cathedral

St.MichaeltheArchangel,patronsaintofpoliceandfirstresponders

OurHolyGuardianAngels,protectus!

St.Florian,patronsaintoffirefighters

Sponsored by the League of the Sacred Heart, which provides spiritual and fraternal support for Catholic police, firefighters, EMTs and other peace officers. To learn more, contact Tom Smith at 215-685-3261 or Thomas.Smith@phila.gov. Follow us on Twitter @PhlSacredHeart.

For more information visit cathedralphila.org/bluemass.

SAINT CHARLES BORROMEO SEMINARY, OVERBROOK

100 East Wynnewood Road Wynnewood, PA 19096 Director of External Affairs and Alumni Relations 610-785-6530 Fax 610-617-8737

MEMORANDUM

TO: All Priests FROM: Aileen Kain Director of External Affairs and Alumni Relations DATE: August 22, 2019 RE: News from Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Saturday, September 14, 2019, Mass with Institution of Lectors, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 10:00 a.m. November 1-3, 2019, Forty Hours Sunday, November 3, 2019, Solemn Closing of Forty Hours with reception to follow, 7:00 p.m., Immaculate Conception Chapel Monday, November 4, 2019, Pastoral Feast of Saint Charles of Borromeo, Mass with Admission to Candidacy for Holy Orders, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 10:00 a.m. Sunday, December 8, 2019, Annual Christmas Concert, 4:00 p.m., Saint Martin of Tours Chapel Monday, January 27, 2020, Cardinal Foley Lecture, Vianney Hall, 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 30, 2020, Spring Philosophy Lecture, “Aquinas on What Philosophy Can Tell Us About Angels” presented by Gregory T. Doolan, Ph.D., professor, The Catholic University of America, Vianney Hall, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2020, Alumni Jubilee Mass, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 4:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2020, Mass with Institution of Acolytes, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2020, Transitional Diaconate Ordination, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, 2020, Baccalaureate Mass, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2020, Concursus, Saint Martin of Tours Chapel, 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 2020, Ordination to the Priesthood, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Cardinal Foley Symposium, Vianney Hall, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, Permanent Diaconate Ordination, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31, 2020 – Alumni Priest Retreat The 2020 Alumni Priest Retreat will be held at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary on July 27-July 31, 2020. The retreat master for 2020 will be Reverend Frederick L. Miller, S.T.D. from the College Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Seton Hall University. The retreat will begin on Monday July 27, 2020, with 4:30 p.m. Evening Prayer, followed by dinner; and will conclude on Friday, July 31, 2020 after lunch. For more information, please contact Aileen Kain, Director of External Affairs and Alumni Relations at 610-785-6530 or akain@scs.edu.

PRAYER VIGIL FOR WORLD DAYOF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 20197:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.SAINT THOMAS AQUINAS PARISH1719 MORRIS STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145

M O S T R E V E R E N D E D W A R D M . D E L I M A NA U X I L I A R Y B I S H O P O F P H I L A D E L P H I A

CELEBRANT

" I T ' S N O T � U S T A B O U T M I G R A N T S , I T I S A B O U T A L L O F U S . "

L I G H T R E F R E S H M E N T S T O F O L L O W . F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N , P L E A S E C O N T A C T2 1 5 - 6 6 7 - 2 8 2 0 | W W W . C U L T U R A L M I N I S T R I E S . O R G    

S P O N S O R E D B Y T H EA R C H D I O C E S E O F P H I L A D E L P H I A :

- O F F I C E F O R C U L T U R A L M I N I S T R I E S- O F F I C E F O R F O R M I G R A N T S & R E F U G E E S- C A T H O L I C S O C I A L S E R V I C E S ( C S S )

F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N O N T H E W O R L D D A Y O F M I G R A N T S A N D

R E F U G E E S , P L E A S E V I S I T :

H T T P S : / / M I G R A N T S � R E F U G E E S . V A /

WHEN: WHERE:

VIGILIA DE ORACIÓN POR EL DÍA MUNDIALDE LOS MIGRANTES Y REFUGIADOS

LUNES 23 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 20197:00 PM. - 8:00 PM.PARROQUIA SANTO TOMAS DE AQUINO1719 MORRIS STREETPHILADELPHIA, PA 19145

R E V E R E N D Í S I M O E D W A R D M . D E L I M A NO B I S P O A U X I L I A R D E F I L A D E L F I A

CELEBRANTE

" N O S E T R A T A S O L O D E M I G R A N T E S ,S E T R A T A D E T O D O S N O S O T R O S . "

R E F R I G E R I O S L I G E R O S A S E G U I R .P A R A M Á S I N F O R M A C I Ó N , C O N T A C T E :2 1 5 - 6 6 7 - 2 8 2 0 | W W W . C U L T U R A L M I N I S T R I E S . O R G    

P A T R O C I N A D O P O RA R � U I D I Ó C E S I S D E F I L A D E L F I A :

- L A O F I C I N A D E M I N I S T E R I O S C U L T U R A L E S - L A O F I C I N A P A R A M I G R A N T E S & R E F U G I A D O S- S E R V I C I O S S O C I A L E S C A T Ó L I C O S ( C S S )

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Metropolitan Tribunal - Archdiocese of Philadelphia - 222 N. 17th Street - Philadelphia, PA 19103-1299 - (215) 587-3750

PROCEDURE FOR INVESTIGATING A DECLARATION OF NULLITY

Anyone who had a marriage that ended in divorce can petition the Tribunal for a Declaration of Nullity. The Tribunal is looking to see if something was lacking in the intentions of the parties in regards to children, fidelity and permanence, and/or in their understanding of marriage, and/or in their ability to enter into and fulfill marriage.

1. To begin, go to the website of the Archdiocese, www.archphila.org, and download the forms. At the top of the webpage, under the heading, “How Do I”, click the tab “Start the Annulment Process.” Follow the instructions, fill out the form on your computer, print out the form, obtain the proper documents, and send everything to the Tribunal. When your application is received you will be contacted to begin your case with formal testimony.

2. Once your formal testimony has been taken, your former spouse, known as the

Respondent, will be cited by the Tribunal. The Respondent will be notified of the grounds and reasons for the Petition and will be given the opportunity of providing written or oral testimony in the case. If you do not have an address for your former spouse, you need to provide the Tribunal with an explanation as to why that is so and what steps you took to locate your former spouse. Your former spouse may agree to or oppose a Declaration of Nullity, choose to not participate, or may be unable to be located. Regardless, the case may continue to proceed.

3. Pope Francis facilitated this process by permitting Tribunals to accept the case of anyone

who lives within their local diocese, no matter where the marriage took place (even if in a foreign country) or no matter where their former spouse lives (even if in a foreign country). Also, if the Tribunal arrives at granting a Declaration of Nullity and if the other person is not opposed to it and does not appeal it, then the Declaration becomes immediately effective, without need for anything further. The process usually takes about four to six months.

4. The administrative cost of the Tribunal is $800.00 per case. However, for those initiating

a case who live in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia there are no longer court fees as of 2016. In these cases Pope Francis encourages those who are able to make a contribution to do so in order to offset the expenses of the Tribunal. Any contribution toward this cost is greatly appreciated after your case has been completed.

Metropolitan Tribunal - Archdiocese of Philadelphia - 222 N. 17th Street - Philadelphia, PA 19103-1299 - (215) 587-3750

DO YOU KNOW YOUR

TRIBUNAL? The Tribunal is available to help people who have experienced divorce

and who may wish to remarry in the Catholic Church.

When a divorce occurs, the Catholic Church always seeks to balance two

realities. One is the durable bond of marriage. This is God's law. On the

other hand, the Church is concerned about the spiritual welfare of the

people involved. Whether a Catholic marriage or a marriage between two non-

Catholics was celebrated, perhaps there was some deficiency in the consent of

the parties involved regarding intentions, understanding, or ability. The

annulment procedure addresses these circumstances.

Whether you are divorced and want to marry in the Catholic Church or are

remarried outside the Church, please visit our website:

archphila.org/archdiocesan-offices/metropolitan-tribunal