The Twentieth Sunday

in Ordinary Time

August 20, 2017

Celebration of the Eucharist Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday: 6:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 4:00 p.m.

Monday-Friday: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.

Holy Days of Obligation As Announced

Reconciliation Saturday: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays: 6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Anointing of the Sick Any sick or hospitalized parishioner who is in need of the Sacrament of the Sick should contact the Parish Office.

Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Holy Family Chapel in the Holy Family Center.

Morning Prayer Monday—Friday at 6:30 a.m. in Church.

Devotions The Holy Rosary: Recited before the 9:00 a.m. Mass daily.

Miraculous Medal Devotions: Every Tuesday after the 9 a.m. Mass.

Novena to Saint Joseph: Every Wednesday after the 9 a.m. Mass.

Divine Mercy Chaplet: Every Thursday after the 9 a.m. Mass.

Litany to the Sacred Heart: First Friday of the month after the 9 a.m. Mass.

First Saturday Devotions: The First Saturday of each month at 8:30 a.m.

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www.stjosephrc.org

332 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335

Rev. Msgr. Joseph C. McLoone Pastor

Rev. Anthony T. Rossi Parochial Vicar

Rev. John E. Donia Resident

Rev. Francis J. Mulranen Resident

Rev. Keith J. Chylinski Weekend Ministry

Deacon Jim Bogdan Permanent Deacon

Deacon Edward R. Schiappa Permanent Deacon

Mr. Allen Austin Director of Youth Ministry

Ms. Karen Dawson Parish Services Director/

Adult Faith Formation Coordinator

Mrs. Roe DeRitis Parish Secretary

Mrs. Jo-Ann Funkhouser Bookkeeper

Ms. Lisa Grillo Elder Care Program Manager

Mr. Dennis Luminella Maintenance Supervisor/

St. Joseph Cemetery Supervisor

Mrs. Dodie Milano Receptionist

Ms. Julie Wiant Business Manager

Ms. Jeannine Zack Administrative Assistant

SchoolSchoolSchoolSchool Phone: 610-269-8999 Fax: 610-269-2252

www.stjosephrc.org

Sister Catherine Irene, I.H.M. Principal

Sister Diane Licordare, I.H.M. Vice Principal

Mrs. Julie Fitzgerald Administrative Assistant

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www.stjosephrc.org

Mrs. Kathy Thomas Director of Religious Education

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ANNOUNCED MASSES

NEXT WEEKEND

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19 5:00 PM Edward Dugan

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20 6:00 AM For Our Parishioners 7:30 AM Martha Vincent 9:00 AM Dominic DiEugenio 10:30 AM John Hoffman 12:00 PM George Ciarlone 4:00 PM Susan McConnell

MONDAY, AUGUST 21 7:00 AM Paul A. Korte' (living) 9:00 AM Jack Devenney

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22 7:00 AM Margaret Reid, (living) 9:00 AM Sadie Keane

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23 7:00 AM Ben Rediger 9:00 AM Dolores "Dolly" Simmers

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24 7:00 AM Donald L. Cook 9:00 AM Robert Stabene

FRIDAY, AUGUST 25 7:00 AM Julia and Pat Cardelli 9:00 AM Paul & Anna Failla

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 8:00 AM Anthony DiOttavio

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 5:00 PM Scott Singer

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27

6:00 AM For Our Parishioners 7:30 AM Scott Singer 9:00 AM Denis McBride 10:30 AM Edward Kennedy 12:00 PM Al Shanks 4:00 PM Taciana P. Uy

The Altar Flowers are in memory of Samuel and Barbara Mento.

The Sanctuary Candle burns in memory of Jane and Louis Rambo.

The Chapel Sanctuary Candle burns in memory of

Linda Rose Rambo.

BAPTISMS

Congratulations to the following children baptized last weekend.

GIOVANNI GREGORY GALLINA

FIONA HARPER SHANE

COLE ALEXANDER WEBB

Parents of babies to be baptized are asked to please register for Pre-Jordan, a baptism preparation program at Saint Joseph Parish, recommended by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. You can find the class dates and register either online via our website or by filling out a form in the parish office or the Saint Katharine Drexel Room in church. For more information, contact Karen Dawson at 610-269-8294 or KarenD@stjosephrc.org.

MARRIAGE

Couples planning to marry are asked to meet with their parish priest as soon as possible after their engagement and to enroll in a marriage-prep program (Pre-Cana) at least six months prior to the wedding. Our fall Pre-Cana date is November 3 & 4. Registration forms can be found on our website at www.stjosephrc.org. For more information, contact Karen Dawson at 610-269-8294 or karend@stjosephrc.org.

�those who are sick: Frank Baker, Marcia Bukay, David & Connie Bull, Ellen Cassidy, Michael Castaldi, Dolly Colella, Bernadette Constant, Baby Michael Corrigan, Floyd D’Ginto, Jame Dickinson, Mary Doyle, Judy Fazzini, George Forczek, Marie Tavernese Fuda, Carrie Grosso, Ryan Hieb, Mary K. Jordan, Owen Kopko, Father Larry Kozak, Crystal Leff, Sylvia L. Mango James Mascherino, Sr., Jim McGowan, Jenny Moylett, Sr. Mary O’Connor, Anthony Olseski, Florence Popadick, Grayson Pribish, Julian Quiroz, Joseph Renda, Joy Renfrew, Judy Reynolds, Sue Rizzo, Christopher Sauk, Marie Scopa, John Schreiber, Brian Sheehan, Baby Jessica Shue, Ed Shultz, Mike Smith, Geri Talucci & Agnes Timothy.

...those who are serving our country: Brandon W. A’Hara, Sgt. Steve Anderson, Andrew Bowser, Caytie Castells, Specialist Andrew Clauhs, Ensign Morgan S. Dankanich, Capt. Joe DeAngelis, Sarah Debarberie, Lt/Cpl. Shane Desiderio, Staff Sgt. Christopher Deutsch, Staff Sgt. Ian Deutsch, Captain Joseph S. DiBerardinis, Sean Doyle, 1st Lt. Mark Edwards, Danny Fuller, Jeffrey Fuller, 1st Lt. Matthew Glisson, Leslie Harkness, 1st Lt. Jonathan M. Harris, Steven Houser, Jacob Hudson, Victoria Jones, Zachary Kish, Christopher J. Korpics, Peter Kurtz, Andy Landmesser, Lt. Col. Paul D. Lang. PFC. Sgt. Christopher Madden, Krzysztof Malarz, Spc. Nicholas Massari, Major J. Kevin McKittrick, Pvt. Francis Misantone, 2nd Lt. Ryan Misero, Lt. J.G. Brian Muka, Pvt. Ian Donoghue-Neider, PFC Nicholas Odgers, Sgt. Bradley Panichelli, Lt. Ted Pease, Alex Rozon, 1st Lt. Eric F. Satterthwaite, Pvt. 1st Class Matthew Scalia, Cmdr. Christopher Schwarz, Jr., Pvt. Nick Scott, Jeremy Solnosky, Ryan Strehl, LTJG Sean Sweeney, Bryan Williams, Josh Woodward and Vincent Yarch.

PLEASE PRAY FOR:

TODAY’S READINGS

The readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time can be found at #985.

Names will be kept on the sick list for 3 months. Call the parish office to add/remove/re-add names.

Please remember in your prayers all those who have died:

Frank Detweiler and Thuyet PhamFrank Detweiler and Thuyet PhamFrank Detweiler and Thuyet PhamFrank Detweiler and Thuyet Pham

A L e t t e r f r o m t h e P a s t o rA L e t t e r f r o m t h e P a s t o rA L e t t e r f r o m t h e P a s t o rA L e t t e r f r o m t h e P a s t o r August 20, 2017

Dear Friends,

I will take a different tact this week than an examination of the Sunday Scriptures and turn to some more mundane details of parish life.

Nothing seems to fascinate some people more than the LIGHTS in church….. and exactly how many were out! I wonder how some people had the time to count the bulbs that were out while still concentrating on the liturgy. The lighting system like so many things in today’s world is far more complicated than you think. Because of its complexity, it is not so easy to just change a light bulb. Some background to help you understand is that the lights were designed in such a way that some or many could be out and still we would have good lighting. The lights were only meant to be replaced twice a year because we need to rent a lift to do so.

Our recent challenge of many lights being out occurred because the church is now four years old and we were waiting to spend the money on replacing the bulbs until we made sure a larger electronic issue was fixed. We are looking into replacing the bulbs in the future with more costly but longer lasting LED lights, but it was determined that it was best to wait until a study could be completed so that when we do it, we do it correctly.

So what happened the minute we changed all the down lights you seem fascinated with? Within one day, one went out. So what do I say? STOP worrying about the lights and worry about sharing the light of Christ with others. I have far greater things to worry about! Wow! That felt good getting that off my chest.☺

We wish our departing college and university students good luck as they begin another academic year. Our parish family wishes you well and will keep you in our prayers.

I look forward to seeing many of you next Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. for our Annual Cemetery Sunday Mass. We will remember our loved ones bur ied there and after the Mass, Fr . Rossi and I will bless the graves.

Enjoy these last few days of August and may the Lord continue to bless us as a parish family.

Saint Joseph, Pray for Us!

Monsignor McLoone Monsignor McLoone Monsignor McLoone Monsignor McLoone Pastor Pastor Pastor Pastor

Parish RegistrationParish RegistrationParish RegistrationParish Registration

This Sunday, August 20 This Sunday, August 20 This Sunday, August 20 This Sunday, August 20 at 10 a.m. . . .

in the Saint John Neumann Room in Church.

This is a great opportunity to register as a parishioner of Saint Joseph Parish.

Please come and meet our Pastor, School Principal, Director of Religious Education and our Parish Services Director.

Please call the parish office if you have any further questions at 610-269-8294.

2nd Collection2nd Collection2nd Collection2nd Collection Catholic University of America This Weekend, August 19 & 20.

Please make checks payable to St. Joseph Parish.

Please be as generous as possible. Thank you!

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News

Registration Registration is still open for the 2017-2018 school year in all grades. We offer Pre-K 3 classes on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Class sizes are limited to 12 students each. We still have a few openings! Please visit the St. Joseph School website www.stjosephrc.org or call the school office at 610-269-8999.

Office Hours St. Joseph School office hours are as follows: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday- 9 AM to 2 PM. We are always

available by email office@stjosephrc.org.

Dear Jesus, Help me to be a light to the world and a sign

of your unfailing love. Amen.

Parish Religious Education News Office: 610-873-8798

P.R.E.P.

Register for classes now for 2017-2018. Information can be found under PREP on the parish website. For more information or questions call 610-873-8798 or e-mail PREP@stjosephrc.org.

Sacrament News Packets of information will be distributed to school families at their back-to-school nights the week of September 5. These same packets will also be distributed to PREP, homeschool, and private school families on both September 11 and 12 in the school cafeteria during meetings taking place at 5:15 PM and 7 PM. Look for an email to sign up for our Sacrament Parent evenings of faith enrichment. Dates, times, and topics will be listed in the email so you can choose what works best for you. One parent/guardian from each family is asked to attend.

Partners in Faith

Where your help is most needed this year

Without you, we cannot keep class sizes down and some classes will have no teachers at all. Child care is provided for Catechists with younger children. Please consider becoming a Catechist.

Monday 5:00-6:45 PM

Kindergarten 1 co-Catechist Level 1 4 co-Catechists Level 2 2 co-Catechists Level 3 2 co-Catechists Level 4 4 co-catechists Level 6 2 co-Catechists

Monday 6:45-8:00 PM

Level 1 1 co-Catechist Level 2 2 co-Catechists Level 4 4 co-Catechists Level 6 1 co-Catechist

Tuesday 5:00-6:45 PM

Kindergarten 2 co-Catechists Level 1 4 co-Catechists Level 3 2 co-Catechists Level 4 2 co-Catechists

Level 6 1 co-Catechist

Tuesday 6:45-8:00 PM

Level 1 1 co-Catechist Level 2 2 co-Catechists Level 4 1 co-Catechist Level 6 1 co-Catechist

Contact Kathy Thomas or Mary Ann Korpics in the PREP Office for more information. 610-873-8798.

Mass at

Saint Joseph Cemetery Next Sunday, August 27, at 2:30 p.m., Mass

will be celebrated at St. Joseph Cemetery on Glenside Road in Downingtown, to remember all the deceased loved ones buried in our cemetery. All are invited to attend. Please

bring your own lawn chair for seating.

Summer Office Hours Now through Tuesday, September 5.

Summer Office Hours are:

Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Labor Day The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, September 4 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.

There will be one Mass at 8 a.m. on Monday, September 4.

Rite of Christian Initiation of

Adults (R.C.I.A.) Our journey begins again on September 13 for those who want to become a Catholic or complete reception of the Sacraments of Initiation if already baptized a Catholic. Join us in the community meeting room of the Holy Family Center, located behind the parish rectory at 7 PM. Contact Kathy Thomas for information at kathyt@stjosephrc.org or 610-873-8798.

Learn, live, love your faithLearn, live, love your faithLearn, live, love your faithLearn, live, love your faith: To help you learn, live, and love your faith, St. Joseph Parish has purchased a subscription to “Formed,” which gives you free access to dozens of online programs about our Catholic faith.

To access FORMED: Go to www.formed.org

Enter our Parish Code: 13f195

Set up your profile

You can access the programs from your computer, tablet, or phone – anytime, anywhere. There is information and programs on a variety of topics for children, teens, and adults.

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“LIKE” US ON FACEBOOK! “Like” us on Facebook and keep up with all of the latest

Saint Joseph Parish News! https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephdtown

You may also search on Facebook for St Joseph Parish Downingtown.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

(CLOW) This beautiful ministry returns at the 9 AM Mass on September 10. Join us as a Shepherd or Leader for the children – men, women, and teens.

There will be a short meeting at 6:30 p.m. on August 30 in the St. John Neumann room in the church to start off these coming months of ministry.

Please contact Leif Erickson at leife100@gmail.com for more information.

St. Joseph Parish

Knights of Columbus

GOLF OUTING

Monday, September 11, 2017

8 a.m. Registration and 9 a.m. Shotgun Start Applecross Country Club, Downingtown

$125/player or $475/foursome Limited to first 80 golfers!

HOLE IN ONE CAR!

Includes 18 holes, Cart, and Range Balls. We will have Mulligans available, a Putting Competition, Raffles, etc!

Continental Breakfast, Snacks, Beverages and Hot Luncheon included!

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!

To register or for more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact a K of C member or

Joe Cutolo at 610-291-2063.

Looking for a way to

Remember your Loved One? There are still Altar Flowers ($75),

Week Day 7 AM Announced Masses ($20). available for 2017.

To purchase any of these, visit the Parish Office.

Visit our Parish Library Stay cool during the remaining days of summer by borrowing a movie or a book from our Parish Library. There is a wide variety of movies/books perfect for all ages. Our Parish Library is located in the Holy Family Center and is open during office hours.

St. Joseph Elder Care Program Update I would like to take a moment to inform you that a new social worker will begin providing social services for the St. Joseph’s Elder Care Program. Effective 8/23/17, Anna Kozlowska will begin serving the seniors of our parish. She will be available weekly, on Wednesdays, and can be reached at the Elder Care Office located in the Parish Center.

Moreover, I would like to say thank you to the St. Joseph community for your kindness and support. It has been a true blessing to be able to get to know you and serve the seniors and caregivers at St. Joseph. I will continue my mission of providing support and services to seniors through Catholic Health Care Services in Delaware County.

May God bless you all!

Lisa Grillo Lisa Grillo Lisa Grillo Lisa Grillo

St. Joseph Elder Care Program 610-269-7480

Perpetual Adoration

If the Pope himself gave you a special invitation to visit

him in the Vatican, this honor would be nothing in

comparison to the honor and dignity that Jesus himself

bestows upon you with the invitation of spending one hour

with Him in the Blessed Sacrament. "The divine Eucharist

bestows upon the Christian people the incomparable

dignity." (Pope Paul VI, Mysterium Fidei)

If you have never visited our Adoration Chapel, please

avail yourself of this special place that we are so lucky to

have day and night at our parish.

Do you already visit? Our chapel has a steady stream of

visitors both day and night. However, there are many hours

without a committed adorer, and almost all hours are in

need of co-adorers.

Please prayerfully consider committing to an hour

or sign up to be a co-adorer.

Contact Peg Cassidy at ptcassidy1980@gmail.com

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Update Your Information! Have you moved, been married recently, changed your phone number or email address, or made any other changes in your household? Please call the parish office or email roed@stjosephrc.org to update your records. Thank you for your kind assistance.

Join us for the 2017-2018

Walking with Purpose A Women's Bible Study

For the woman who desires to grow in her Catholic faith, seeking connection.

For the woman who feels she is doing so much, but none of it very well.

For the woman who silently asks, “Isn’t there something more to life than this?”

Discover something more: Walking with Purpose is a Catholic women’s bible study program that aims to bring women of all ages to a deeper relationship with Christ through scripture. We have 140 participants and growing!

OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday, September, 19 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 20, 9-10 a.m.

Located in the Parish Meeting Center. Children Welcome.

Share in dynamic discussions of spiritual truths and connect with other women to build meaningful friendships as we learn, pray and serve together. This year we will be offering the courses Opening your Heart and Keeping in Balance.

For more information, go to

www.walkingwithpurpose.com or email

meigankelly@yahoo.com.

St. Joseph Parish Magazine

A St. Joseph Parish magazine is in the works! “Faith and Family” will be a high-quality magazine sent to every parishioner monthly. The magazine will feature:

• Parish and school news.

• Local events.

• Family and ministry spotlights.

• Monthly scripture reflections.

• Uplifting articles for the entire family.

• And much more!

We want to partner with local businesses! We are looking for 5-6 more businesses partners to help us get “Faith and Family” to print. Through the support of sponsoring advertisers, the magazine will be sent at no cost to 4,700 families each month. This presents a great marketing opportunity to promote your business or organization’s message to our active community each month.

Interested in learning more? Call Mike Fontecchio at 484-612-5033 to set up an appointment & visit faithandfamily.pub to learn more.

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Electronic Giving Options

If you need a convenient way to make your contribution, we encourage you to check out our electronic giving options.

To set up a one-time donation, visit us online at http://stjosephrc.org and locate the Online Giving button which can be found under the RESOURCES tab “Give to St. Joseph Parish.”

Helping Other People Everyday

(H.O.P.E.) HOPE is a transportation ministry which provides rides to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, the pharmacy, and other necessary errands. Rides require 48 hours notice.

For the week of 8/21, please contact Diane Sweeney at 610-269-3438 or

Meredith DiPietro at 267-481-3873.

For the week of 8/28, please Call Ann McLaughlin at 610-269-8550.

HOPE is experiencing over a 30% increase in ridership over

the same period last year, with fewer driver volunteers. We

need your help! You may drive on a regular or occasional

basis according to your preference and availability. For

more information, contact Helen Lyons at 610-873-8041 or

helenmlyons@yahoo.com.

August Mercy Hospice Schedule

Group 3 - Mock Stroganoff Group 4 - Chinese Chicken and Noodles

Please call Gail for more info at 610-269-9574.

In today’s first reading, the Lord speaks through the prophet Isaiah during a time of political dissolution and moral decline. The prophet had warned of God’s judgment against people for the feelings of self-importance they found in their possessions, and condemned them for various forms of economic injustice such as exploiting the poor and immigrants. Good stewards know that Isaiah’s message is as compelling today as it was in the time of the kingdom of Judah: Do the right thing. Offer justice and compassion toward others. Be honest in all your dealings. And remember to observe the day of the Lord.

(International Catholic Stewardship Council’s

August Newsletter)

Aid for Friends Meals

Needed

Meals are needed throughout the summer for our local homebound neighbors. Please pick up pan packets from the St. Katharine Drexel room at church or next to the AFF freezer closet in the church office. Return the frozen meals

Sunday, August 13 Collection Total

Due to an early publication deadline,

the Collection Total for August 13 will appear in the

August 27 bulletin. Thank you!

Poor Box Collection

Total to Date: $503.00

Due to an early publication deadline, the Poor Box Total

for August 13 will appear in the August 27 bulletin.

Thank you!

The Poor Box for August benefits Mother of Mercy House.

Use Shopwithscrip.com to

Shop for Back-to-School

Supplies! Believe it or not, it is time to start back to school shopping!

Why not shop using shopwithscrip cards and give a

percentage your order to St. Joseph Parish or towards your tuition at St. Joseph School, Bishop Shanahan,

Devon Prep, Malvern PREP and Villa Maria Academy.

Shopwithscrip.com also offers Scripnow which allows you to print gift cards in seconds which are perfect for any last

minute shopping trips!

Please visit http://stjosephrc.org/school/support-sjs/fundraising-programs/

to sign up with shop with scrip today!

The Loaves and Fishes Project

With the Loaves and Fishes Project, giving is as easy as 1-2-3:

• Grab a can of soup, a box of pasta, or any non-

perishable item from your cupboard as you dash out the door to Mass.

• Drop off your donation in the “Loaves and Fishes” closet on your right as you come into church.

• Enter the church with the warm feeling of a nourished soul!

The Loaves and Fishes team delivers the items to the Lord’s Pantry in Downingtown. Feel free to contribute to this “ongoing food drive” once a week, once a month, once a year - anytime.

As a church family, we can make a much appreciated contribution and a significant impact to a charity that helps over 700 families every week.

Please contact Nancy Farrington at nmfarrington@gmail.com or 610-620-3619 for more info.

The King’s Men (18 & over) offers a time with other men to engage, discuss and challenge you into living a full Christian life.

Every meeting starts with a rosary, a 15- minute spiritual exercise, 30 minutes for discussion and 15 minutes of challenges among your peers.

The next King’s Men meeting will take place on Thursday, August 24 at 7:30 PM in the Par ish Meeting Center .

Feed the Hungry: Lend a hand to help Safe Harbor

On the first Friday of every month, St. Joseph parishioners prepare, deliver, and serve dinner to 25 women residents at Safe Harbor in West Chester. Would you like to be part of this fulfilling – and needed – outreach?

We need volunteers to: • Prepare one of the components of the meal – a main

dish, a vegetable, a starch, a salad, and a dessert. • Be part of the team that delivers and serves the meal.

We arrive at Safe Harbor at 4 p.m., serve between 4:30 and 5 p.m., then go home.

If you are interested in volunteering on a rotating schedule or if you would like to learn more, please contact parishioner Elizabeth Sokol at ebsokol47@gmail.com

Our next meal day is Friday, September 1. Thank you.

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Legion of Mary The Legion of Mary meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in

the Church’s Saint John Neumann Room. Is Our Blessed

Mother calling you? Everyone is welcome. For more information please call Jim McGowan at 610-812-4160.

Bridge of Hope In this ministry, parishioners form teams to sponsor a single

mother facing homelessness.

The team provides friendship to the woman and her family by taking turns calling her, spending time together, and being a reliable support structure at a time when she most

needs encouragement.

Contact Cheryl Miles at cherylm@BridgeofHopeLCC.org

Charismatic Prayer Group

Charismatic prayer group meets on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

Please join us in the chapel as we deepen our prayer life, deepen our relationship with the Lord, and worship as a community.

For info, call Joe McCahon at 610-716-3084.

YOUTH GROUP NEWS LIFE TEEN is back!

On September 10, St. Joseph Par ish is once again, a Life Teen parish. Starting that Sunday, we will begin alternating LIFE Nights and EDGE nights every Sunday night.

We will begin with dinner in the cafeteria at 5 p.m. and then move to the Parish Meeting Center.

LIFE Nights will be High School Youth and EDGE Nights will be Middle School Youth. Stay tuned for more details.

If you know someone who is interested in attending LIFE Teen or wants to stay informed of happenings, encourage them to sign up by texting "stjyouth" to the number 84576.

Malvern Retreat House

Family Retreats Malvern Retreat House will hold two family retreats this fall - the Family Labor Day Retreat from September 1-3 & the Our Lady of the Rosary & St. David's Family Retreat from October 20-22. These retreats will give families the opportunity to renew their relationship with God and their loved ones. These retreats include activities for children, family meals, special liturgies and much more. All families are welcome, including those who would like to attend with young children, teens and grandparents. For more information or to register, please visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400.

Dorothy Day Retreat This unique mid-week retreat for men and women will be held September 26-28 at Malvern Retreat House. It will offer an experience of the Benedictine spirituality of Dorothy Day, who in her life integrated her love of God, neighbor, and nature. Retreatants will experience this integration through spiritual talks, quiet time, and some light hands-on work (if interested - spinning wool fleece into yarn) - the “ora et labora” of St. Benedict. The themes of the retreat include simplicity of life, hospitality, and appreciation for God’s creation. Participants will be given resources for incorporating Benedictine spirituality into their busy lives. For more information or to register, please visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400.

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

News

Catholic Grandparents Association Conference Catholic Grandparents Association Conference Catholic Grandparents Association Conference Catholic Grandparents Association Conference Saturday, August 26 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary

Registration 8:30 AM and Holy Mass at 4:15 PM $35/person and $65/couple

Key Note Speakers Jim & Joy Pinto - EWTN’s “At Home with Jim and Joy” Catherine Wiley - Catholic Grandparents Association

Topics include Your Biblical Mandate at Grandparents, The Importance of Grandparents to the Church, The Family and Society & Grandparenting in secular times.

Register online at Eventbrite.com & search Philadelphia Catholic Grandparents Association Conference or call 888-510-5006. Visit www.catholicgrandparentsassociation.org

State of Vocations Address State of Vocations Address State of Vocations Address State of Vocations Address All are invited to tune into Facebook LIVE to view the State of Vocations Address on Tuesday, August 22 at 7 PM. This event will be broadcast on the Vocation Office Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/phillypriest). View this event, hosted by the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, to see how you and your parish, school, family, and community can help create a culture of vocations in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia! HEED YOUR CALL! Questions? Contact Sue Matour at 610-667-5778 or smatour@archphila.org.

CYACC

Have you ever wondered about prayer? Please join CYACC this Wednesday August 23 at 7:30 PM at

Saints Peter and Paul par ish in West Chester . We will have Sister Mary Henrich, from the Immaculate Heart of Mary speak to us about prayer. We look forward to seeing you! For more details check www.cyacc.org or follow us on facebook.

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Bishop Shanahan News

11th Annual Endowment Fund Golf-Outing Bishop Shanahan High School's 11th Annual Endowment Fund Golf Outing takes place on September 12. Enter to win the $10,000 raffle-ticket; cost is $100. Need not be present to win on 9/12. A limited number of tickets are available! Contact 610-343-6238 for more information.

Class of 1967 Reunion

Bishop Shanahan Class of 1967 is planning our 50th Reunion on October 14, 2017 at TECA Restaurant in West Chester Please go to https://shanahan67.wixsite.com/50th for more

information!

A Place for Support When you're facing a terminal prenatal diagnosis, the decision to carry a pregnancy to term is often accompanied by a range of questions and emotions. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to helping you gather the support, tools, and resources necessary to navigate the months ahead—all while embracing and celebrating precious memories with your baby. For more information contact Christina Gamez at 703-587-

8004 or visit http://carryingtoterm.org/ Volunteers Wanted

St. Martha Center is looking for volunteers to help with crafts, transporting residents, assist with bingo and to help with socials. Please call Jeremy Miller to match your interest and needs. Call at 610-873-8490 Ext 26112 or email jmiller@chg.org.

Vigil for Life

Saturday, September 2, 2017

8:00 A.M. Mass Saint Agnes Church

231 West Gay Street, West Chester followed by Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood