St. Francis Xavier Church The Oratory

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1 St. Francis Xavier Church The Oratory 24th and Green Streets Philadelphia, Pennsylvania THE PARISH MINISTRY Father Paul C. Convery, C.O., Parish Priest Father Brian R. Gaffney, C.O., Parochial Vicar Deacon Vincent J. Thompson Ms. Dolores M. Butler, School Principal Mr. Nick Lyons, Organist and Choir Director Parish House: School: School Website: Parish Website: THE PHILADELPHIA CONGREGATION OF THE ORATOR TORY OF ST.. PHILIP NERI Father Georges G. Thiers, C.O., Provost Father Paul C. Convery, C.O., Vicar Father Brian R. Gaffney, C.O. ORATOR TORY PRAYER Join the Oratory Community each Monday through Friday from 5:10 to 6:00 P.M. in Church for this holy hour of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Oratory Prayer includes time for meditation on the Sacred Scripture, intercessory prayers and litanies, as well as hymns and silent prayer. You may submit intentions to be remembered during Oratory Prayer by printing them on the intention sheet in the vesitbule, or by calling the parish house. SECULAR ORATOR TORY This group of young adults meets every Tuesday at 7:30 P.M., for prayers, reflection on the scriptures, and fellowship. Its orgins are in the group of young people who met daily with St. Philip Neri, who founded the Congregation of the Oratory. All Catholic young adults are welcome to attend the Secular Oratory. Enter by the front door of the Parish House (2319 Green Street). Additional information and a schedule of events are available at secularoratory/ MASSES: Sundays: the 5:30 P.M. Vigil on Saturday, 8:00, 9:30, and 11:30 on Sunday morning. Holy Days: 6:30, 8:00, 10:00 A.M., & 7:30 P.M. Saturdays: 8:00 A.M. Weekdays: 6:30 and 8:00 A.M., September thru June Weekdays: 8:00 A.M. only July and August CONFESSIONS: Confessions will be heard on Saturday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00. Confessions will be heard on Sunday morning immediately after the 8:00 A.M. Mass and immediately after the 9:30 A.M. Mass. Confessions may also be heard by appointment with one of the priests. BAPTISMS: The Sacrament of Baptism will be administered after the 11:30 A.M. Mass on every Sunday, with the occasional exception of some Sundays in the year. Parents with sponsors should be at Church by 12:45 P.M. All registered parents of St. Francis Xavier Parish who wish to present a child for Baptism are required to attend a Pre Jordan class. Pre Jordan classes are held one Friday evening per month (usually the first Friday of the month but not always) Parents must call the parish office during weekday business hours to check upcoming dates for Pre Jordan classes and to pre-register for the Pre Jordan session they will attend. For the benefit of all attending these sessions, parents should make arrangements for a baby sitter for the time period they as parents will be present at the session. After having fulfilled the Pre Jordan class requirement, Baptism arrangements can be made. These arrangements must be made at least two weeks prior to the Baptism date. MARRIAGES: Archdiocesan policy requires that couples planning to marry contact the parish at least six months before the intended marriage date. All couples are now required to attend the Archdiocesan pre-marital instructions in preparation for marriage. PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: We of St. Francis Xavier Parish - The Oratory in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia accept and proclaim that Jesus is the Word of the Father sent into the world to be our Saviour and is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Jesus has overcome the world and been given full authority on earth, so that we may have eternal life. Eternal Life is to know the only true God and the One whom He has sent, Jesus Christ. We have been chosen to have faith in God, the Father, in His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the love which exists between them, the Holy Spirit. We are called to glorify the Father by loving one another as God has loved us, and so bear fruit that will remain. We pray that we may be one by the presence of the Holy Trinity dwelling in us, so that the world will believe in Jesus. Trusting in the Mercy of God and relying upon the Sacraments, we pray to remain in God s love, keep His commandments, and seek to do His will. Led by the Spirit of Truth, called to be one in the Body of Christ, we praise and worship the Father. COMMUNION CALLS: Holy Communion is distributed to sick and shut-in parishioners once a month. Any sick and shut-in parishioner who wishes to receive communion, please call the parish house. MEETINGS: CCD Program: Wednesdays from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the school. For information call Pat Schuyler, Coordinator of Religious Education, at Confraternity of the Holy Rosary: Daily before the 8:00 A.M. Mass except Sunday. Choir Rehearsal: Sunday Mornings at 10:30 A.M. in the Organ loft except during the month of August. Knights of Columbus - La Rabida Council 1191: Meets 3rd Thursday of the month at 8:00 P.M. in the Parish Center. BOUNDARIES: Thompson St., south (even) side, to 20th St.; 20th St., west (even) side, to Benjamin Franklin Parkway; Parkway to Schuylkill River at Spring Garden St. Bridge; River to Thompson St. SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD Luke 2:16-21 January 1, 2017 The shepherds went to Bethlehem to see Jesus and immediately understood all that they had been told about him. They praised God for what they had seen, and Jesus was given the name that the angel had chosen for him.

2 GOD S PLAN FOR GIVING - DECEMBER 24 & 25 Sunday Collection this year $9, Sunday Collection last year $6, Christmas $13, SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD JANUARY 1, 2017 MASSES FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, JANUARY 2, :30 A.M. Rosaline & Frederick Donahue 8:00 A.M. Robert N. Walker TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, :30 A.M. James McLaughlin & Rosemarie Slinger - Anniversary 8:00 A.M. Walter Zubeck 13 th Anniversary WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, :30 A.M. Msgr. Hugh P. Campell 8:00 A.M. Frances Mangravete Anniversary THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, :30 A.M. Spiritual Contribution to the Arrival of God s Kingdom on Earth 8:00 A.M. Rev. Stephen J. Dougherty 4 th Anniversary FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, :30 A.M. In Honor of St. Francis Xavier 8:00 A.M. Beverly McMullin SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, :00 A.M. Eleanor & Linda Imperatore 5:30 P.M. Living and Deceased Members of the Saint Francis Xavier Sanctuary Fund PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH Madeline Mc Laughlin, Joan Powers, Daniel Mooney, Rita Paynter, Thomas Fisher, Rita McKeown, Robert Coyle, Marialynn Vacca, Rosa Santos, Susan Harrison, Marcus Morris, Jim & Gail Ruck, Michael Venditto, Joan Battistelli, Margaret Mary Hearn, Veronica Carney, Marie J., Ann Britt, Ron and Gail Petrofsky, Eleanor McKeage, Joan Greskowiak, Bob McKage, Neal Hebert, Wayne Lechleitman, Lisa Haffner, Rex Dearing Sr., Michael Santiago, Tom Connelly, Helen Farrell, Josephine Aiello, and all who are hospitalized, confined to their homes and those suffering from physical, mental or psychological illness. OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY The Priests and Parishioners of St. Francis Xavier Church extend their sincere sympathy to the family of Julia Petrella. May she rest in peace. The cost of basic parish services, staff and utility bills, may only be maintained with a Sunday offering of $8, Our ability to meet ordinary financial obligations depends on your support for St. Francis Xavier Parish. MASS ATTENDANCE DECEMBER 24 & 25 5:30 P.M :00 A.M. 82 9:30 A.M :30 A.M. 108 TOTAL 783 FORTHCOMING COLLECTIONS January 1 Solemnity of Mary January 14 & 15 Utility Fund January 21 & 22 Catholic Relief UTILITY COLLECTION We will be having a second collection on January 14 & 15 to help with the cost of utilities for all the parish buildings. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated. RING OF LIGHT CAMPAIGN REVISED EMERGENCY CAMPAIGN GOAL $210, TOTAL GIFTS AND PLEDGES $192, TOTAL GIFTS RECEIVED $186, BALANCE OF PLEDGES DUE $6, NUMBER OF GIFTS 281 Dear Parishioners and Friends of Saint Francis Xavier Church, Sincere thanks to the 252 parishioners and friends who have brought this campaign beyond its original goal of $160, Your loyalty to our parish, your love for our beautiful historic church and your faithful support are deeply appreciated. God and all His saints have protected us because the workmen were able to discover dry rot in the church roof that could easily have caused a collapse of the nave roof and the clerestory wall on 24 th Street. Trusting in the same Divine Providence, our campaign goal has had to be increased and we turn to you to respond generously to this emergency appeal. We know that the same loyalty, love and faith that brought us to our first goal will now do so again in this extraordinary need. There are Ring of Light Campaign envelopes in the back of church. Please take one so that you may respond to this appeal. Our beloved church is open today to serve the needs of us all because of your prayerful support. We know that you will generously respond to this emergency appeal. The Ring of Light Committee

3 SAVE THE DATE: MARCH 4, 2017 MUSIC JANUARY 1 11:30 A.M. MASS Processional Hymn: O Little Town of Bethlehem #129, Black Hymnal Mass Setting: Gregorian Chant Latin Mass #s 81, 82, 83 and 86 Missa De Angelis Black Hymnal, and Blue Booklet Proper Mass Parts: Harmonic Psalm Tones Cyr de Brant Offertory Anthem: When Blossoms Flowered Pietro A. Yon, 1917 Mid the Snows (Gesu Bambino) Communion Motet: Come, Thou Dear Redeemer Cesar Franck Recessional Hymn: Joy to the World #124, Black Hymnal THE 2017 ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL LOTTERY CALENDAR The Lottery Calendar is a 365-day cash prize calendar running from January 1 st through December 31 st, Every calendar has a unique 3-digit number on its front cover, from Every day of the year, there is a dollar prize listed. If your lucky number matches the PA Evening Daily Number Straight, then you win the dollar amount listed on that day! No need to call if you win: St. Francis automatically mails out checks to the winners at the end of the month. Although the year has begun, calendars will still be available for purchase in the Parish House between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. in the Parish House, and at the school during school hours. ST. FRANCIS XAVIER HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION COMMUNITY SHRED EVENT January 16, :00-10:00 A.M. St. Francis Xavier School Public is welcome - Donation $5.00 per box VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Men and women volunteers are needed to help at the Philadelphia Nursing Home Mass, which takes place once a month. Please call Father Brian at if you are interested in volunteering. SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER-THE ORATORY PARENT SOCIAL GATHERING The next gathering will be Sunday morning, January 8, following the 9:30 A.M. Mass in the school hall. Muffins, bagels, coffee, and juice will be served. If you would like more information or if you have any questions, please call Kristen Wilson at ST. PATRICK DINNER AND DANCE ST. FRANCIS XAVIER GRADE SCHOOL TUITION Tuition will be collected next Monday, January 9, 2017, at the school from 8:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. There is a $25.00 late fee if tuition is not paid on the collection date. If you are unable to make your tuition payment on January 9, please call our parish secretary, Christine Powell, at on or before the tuition due date to avoid the late fee. You may also drop your tuition payment in the Sunday collection basket or mail it to 2319 Green Street. THE CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF SS. PETER & PAUL CATHEDRAL STORE The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul invites you to visit the Cathedral Store. The store is open year round on Saturdays from 11:00 A.M. to 5:15 P.M. and on Sundays from 10:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. (the store is closed during Masses inside the Cathedral). It is located inside the Cathedral to the right of the altar and through the double doors. Inspirational gifts for the sacraments of Communion, Confirmation and Baptism, as well as a variety of other religious articles are available. A PRAYER FOR STAYING SPIRITUALLY CENTERED Gracious God, it seems that what most holds my attention are those things and people that I can see, touch, hear and feel. Yet, in the moments of my day when my mind is still, my soul is still, my soul is quiet and my breath is slow and even, I can almost detect a whiff of Your presence. These precious times are all too fleeting; they slip away almost as quickly as they come. The phone rings, my child cries, a colleague needs my assistance, or my mind just simply gets distracted. Help me know, O God, that You are still present with me, even in my distractions and interruptions. But also help me savor those spiritually centered moments so much that I will make room in my life for more of them. When I am impatient because I can t see, touch, hear, or feel You, let Your love seep surely into me until my heart turns back to You in surprise and delight. Amen. FEAST OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD God Our Father, may we always profit by the prayers of the Virgin Mother Mary, for she brings us life and salvation through Jesus Christ her Son Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen. ST. FRANNY X 50/50 The December 50/50 to date is $ Remember to drop your ST. FRANNY X envelope in the collection basket at any weekend Mass during the month. The drawing will be held on Tuesday, January 3 rd.

4 The 2017 St Francis Xavier School Lottery Calendar THE COST OF THE CALENDAR IS $25.00 FOR THE YEAR How it Works The Lottery Calendar is a 365-day cash prize calendar running from January 1 st through December 31 st, Every calendar has a unique 3-digit number on its front cover, from Every day of the year, there is a dollar prize listed. If your number matches the PA Evening Daily Number straight, you win the dollar amount listed on that day! No need to call if you win: St. Francis Xavier automatically mails out checks to the winners at the end of the month. How to purchase You will be able to purchase calendars by filling in the box below and placing it with your payment in an envelope marked LOTTERY CALENDAR. Mail it to St. Francis Xavier Parish House, 2319 Green Street, Philadelphia, Pa or put it in the collection basket over the weekend. We will mail the calendar or you can come to the Parish House Monday through Friday between 9:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. to pick it up. Why purchase the calendar? It is an important fundraiser for the St. Francis Xavier School Roof Repair Fund, so we are depending on all families to participate. It is a great way to give a gift that gives all year - the perfect stocking stuffer! NAME: SELLER: ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER:

5 Sponsor a Student Program The value of Catholic education is a forever opportunity that a student takes with them throughout the rest of their lives. Catholic education is a blessing, a blessing not all can afford! Therefore, the Saint Francis Xavier School Advisory Board started a new Sponsor a Student program in order to help those who may not otherwise be able to afford this opportunity. Your tuition contribution will go directly to a qualifying child in need, allowing them to begin, or continue their Catholic education. Your gift will also help to keep enrollment at sustainable levels, helping to keep alive one of the oldest continually operated Catholic parish schools in the Western Hemisphere! Those students who want the advantage of Catholic education, but who need financial assistance will benefit directly from your contribution. Indirectly, the entire Catholic education system, our communities, and our families will all share the positive impact. In addition, of course, you will benefit with the satisfaction of knowing your compassion has made a real difference in a child s life. To contribute please complete this form and send your tax deductible donation to St. Francis Xavier School or place in the Sunday collection basket (envelopes are available in the back of church). Sponsor a Student Program, 641 N. 24 th St., Philadelphia, PA Please contact Principal Dolores Butler (215) for additional information Saint Francis Xavier School Sponsor a Student Program 641 N. 24 th St., Philadelphia, PA Full Tuition - $5,390 Sponsor Name: Half Tuition - $2,695 Address: Other Amount - $ Phone:

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