Celebrating 150 years of God s goodness 1868~2018

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1 Fax: Celebrating 150 years of God s goodness 1868~2018 Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish develops, grows and sustains the Roman Catholic faith by enriching and nourishing the Body of Christ. We strive to fulfill our baptismal call by being the Hands of Christ in sharing our individual time, talents and treasures to grow as sacramental people. Sunday, October 21, 2018 Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

2 Nativity BVM Rectory Office Phone: Fax: Hours: Mon.: 9am-Noon, 1pm-7:30pm, Tues: 9am-Noon, 1pm-4pm, Weds: 9am-Noon, 1pm-7:30pm, Thurs: 9am-Noon, 1pm-7:30pm, Fri: 9am-Noon, 1pm-3pm, Sat: Closed, Sun: 10am-2pm Rev. Edward H. Bell, Pastor Deacon: Dr. William Kussmaul Retired in Residence: Msgr. Joseph McGeown (Phone Ext: 110) Retired in Residence: Rev. John Mulgrew (Phone Ext: 109) Business Manager: Deacon Mike Kubiak (Phone Ext: 114) Parish Services Director: Mr. John Blisard (Phone Ext: 117) Administrative Assistants: Mrs. Terri Benedetti & Mrs. Anne Sweeney (Phone Ext: 100) Financial Assistant: Mrs. Donna Tustin (Phone Ext: 104) Religious Education Coordinator: Mrs. Katie Haraburda (Phone Ext: 105) Music Director: Mrs. Cally Welsh (Phone Ext: 111) Safe Environment Coordinator: Deacon Mike Kubiak (Phone Ext: 114) Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School (PreK3-8): Mrs. Therese Waters New s: We are pleased to welcome new members to our Parish Community. Please come to the Rectory during business hours to register and learn more about our parish. Students must be registered in the Parish before registering in the Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) and/or participating in CYO. Sacraments Sacrament of Baptism (1st and 3rd Sunday at 1:15pm): s should contact the Rectory to arrange for Baptism and PreJordan class. PreJordan is offered on the 2nd Thursdays at 6:30pm. Registration required. Sacrament of Marriage: s are asked to contact the Rectory at least 6 months in advance. Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession: Saturdays 3:30 to 4:30PM and by Appointment. Sacrament of the Sick: s are asked to contact the Rectory for Anointing of the Sick visits. Holy Communion for homebound parishioners may be arranged by calling the Rectory. Mass Schedule Daily Mass 8am (Monday- Saturday) Saturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 10am and Noon Mass Cards: Mass cards are available at the Rectory Office. If you would like to have a Mass celebrated in memory of a deceased loved one, or for special intentions, please come to the Rectory during business hours. Are you receiving our Parish s? We send out updates and announcements to keep you posted on parish events! If you want to sign up, visit our parish website at nativity-bvm.org and Sign Up to stay in touch on the Welcome page. Week Ahead Monday, October 22 Faith Formation 9am PC Children s Choir 5:15-6pm C PREP 6-7:30pm S Faith Formation 6:30pm PC Tuesday, October 23 Rosary Group 7pm CR Charismatic Prayer Group 7:30pm CR Wednesday, October 24 Chorale 7pm C Thursday, October 25 Rosary Makers 6:15pm PC Choir 7pm C Knights of Columbus 7:15pm PC Friday, October 26 Saturday, October 27 Rectory Office Closed Confessions 3:30-4:30pm C Vigil Mass 5pm All Class Reunion 6pm S AC= Adoration Chapel CR=Conference Room PC= Parish Center BB= Brick Building C= Church S= School Building Nativity BVM

3 I grew up in the Oxford Circle section of Northeast Philadelphia in St. Martin of Tours Parish. Two other young men who entered St. Charles Seminary from the parish were Bill Donner and Ed Adams. Some of you know Fr. Bill Dooner who was here at Nativity in the late 70s and 80s. You also may know he is my good friend and golfing buddy. Fr. Ed Adams soon after ordination entered the Diplomatic Corps and is now Archbishop Ed Adams Papal Nuncio for England, Scotland and Wales. On Monday I ll travel with Fr. Dooner to visit Archbishop Adams in London, England. Oh and by the way, the Eagles are playing in Wembley Stadium and we ll all be there! Pope Francis often speaks about the fraternity of the priesthood. He emphasizes the importance of having priest friends who support and encourage one another. I am blessed to have good priest friends (especially one who lives in England)! Nativity BVM Parish Rosary Challenge October Nativity BVM

4 Thursday, November 1st is All Saints Day and a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses will be at 8am, 12:05pm and 7pm. On Friday, November 2nd at the 7pm Mass, we will remember in a very special way all those who have passed away since October Invitations have been mailed to the next of kin and family members to this special Memorial Mass. If you have not received your invitation, please contact the Rectory Office. After Mass, we will hold a reception in the Conference room. Please call the Rectory Office to let us know if your family will be in attendance; this will help with the planning. Bakers needed: Calling all bakers, baked goods needed for reception following the All Souls Mass on Friday, November 2nd. Drop off at rectory between 9am and 2pmon Friday 11/2. Many thanks! Questions? Contact the Rectory Office at Faith Formation Our parish Book Club will meet Wednesday, November 7th at 7:00pm in the Conference Room. We will be discussing the book Saint Oscar Romero Pastor, Prophet, Martyr. Romero was a Bishop in El Salvador who was murdered while saying Mass. This is a gripping biography of a Christian hero who dared all, risked all and sacrificed all for the sake of love. He was canonized a Saint by Pope Francis on October 14th. Books are available at the Rectory Office for $15. Nativity BVM - Adoration Chapel Chapel Hours: Sunday: 2pm to 11pm Monday-Friday: 7am to 11pm Saturday: Closed Dear s: There are still two weeks left in our Rosary Challenge. May I suggest stopping in the Chapel to say your rosary for the Rosary Challenge. As stated in the information explaining the Rosary Challenge The rosary unites us to Jesus through his mother, Mary. If you have any questions regarding the Adoration Chapel, I can be reached at cabf3029@gmail.com or by calling the rectory and leaving your name and telephone number. God bless, Carol Farnan At times when Christianity itself seemed under threat, its deliverance was attributed to the power of this prayer, and Our Lady of the Rosary was acclaimed as the one whose intercession brought salvation. Pope John Paul II Access Code: JQGN Nativity BVM

5 Social Ministry & Outreach Join us for BINGO on November 10th, Tickets are available now at the Rectory for $30 in advance and $35 at the door. This is the major fundraiser for The Nativity B.V.M. St. Vincent de Paul Society. Doors open at the gym at 5:30pm. Number calling begins at 6:30pm. Parking is available in school lot on Edgemont Ave. ADULTS ONLY HOT SANDWICHES & SNACKS, BEER/WINE DONATION IN KIND! Prizes include: APPLE IPAD, THEATER & MUSEUM TICKETS, BASKET OF CHEER Contact Pat pattiwalton17@gmail.com / or any member of St. Vincent de Paul. Anyone wishing to donate a prize, please contact Marie Thanks to everyone who helps feed and clothe the homeless men at St. John s Hospice in Philadelphia. Casseroles can be dropped off in the freezers in the Priest s Garage on Church St (behind Brick Building). They are in great need of jeans and khakis in sizes 30 to 42, (inseam 30 to 34) and new underwear in sizes L, XL, & 2XL. Now that winter is approaching they could use warm shoes, new socks and winter jackets. They are also in need of large toiletries: deodorant, body wash, powder, soap, lotion, shampoo, razors, or mouthwash. Toiletries may be dropped in the bin in the Church vestibule. Education & Youth Ministry Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School This past week, our PK4 children visited Milky Way Farm, our PK3 children had the Brandywine Zoo visit them at school, and our Kindergarteners went to Highland Orchards. It was a busy week for field trips! It is always great to have enough parents with the mandated clearances to join the children on these trips. Most of our classes will take one or two trips throughout the school year. The field trips are a great way to enrich the learning experience. If you are looking for a small school community for your children and your family, Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School may be for you. We offer small class sizes; certified, caring teachers; Chrome books for all students in grades 3-8; ipads for children in grades PK-2; individualized attention; of course, a faith-based, challenging curriculum. Please do not let finances keep you from applying. We have tuition assistance available for qualifying families. Please visit our website for additional information or call us at Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School is seeking a part-time classroom aide for our PK class. The position is in the mornings Mondays through Fridays on days when school is in session. Qualified candidates must obtain all state and Archdiocesan clearances. If interested, please send your resume to the school principal, Mrs. Therese Waters at twaters@mpregional.org. MPRCS is seeking help with our after school CARES (Children Are Receiving Extended Services) program. Responsible adults will monitor the children who stay after school until parents or guardians pick them up. The hours are 2:45-5:45 Mondays through Fridays on days that school is in session. We are looking for candidates to work one to five afternoons. Qualified candidates must obtain all state and Archdiocesan clearances. If interested, please send your resume to the school principal, Mrs. Therese Waters at twaters@mpregional.org Nativity BVM

6 Extending our 150th Anniversary celebration, we are planning a pilgrimage to the three National Shrines in Philadelphia - The Miraculous Medal, St. John Neumann and St Rita of Cascia on Wednesday, November 28, Sign up sheets are available in the back of Church and due by 10/26. Save these Dates for Upcoming 150th Parish Anniversary Events! Saturday, October 27, 5pm: All-Class School Alumni Memorial Mass followed by Reunion in Gym Friday, November 2, 7pm: Mass of Remembrance in Church Debbie Fitzgerald, Nancy Healey, Beatrice Finegan, Steve Lerario, Donna Doyle, Chris Shannon, John Woyurka, Jr., Bob Rosko, Celine O Brien, Judi Dellaratta, Frank DiGilio, Mike Sweeney, Dorothy Kussmaul, Sam Geffrey, Christine Cavaliere, Sherry Brooks, Janelle Leib, Jack Louden, Christian VanDam, Victoria Valenti God s Plan for Giving October 14, 2018: $11,340 Envelopes: 267 How shall I make a return to the Lord for all the good He has done for me? -Psalm 116:12 Liturgical Ministries DO YOU LIKE TO SING? Why not join one of our choirs? Just try one rehearsal. Perhaps you ll return! Adult Choir: Rehearsals are on Thursdays, 7 to 9pm. Three new members just joined us, but they are all women. We really need some men to balance the sound. Please consider joining. Children s Choir (Grades 2-8): Rehearsals are in Church on Mondays, 5:15 to 6pm. PREP students are walked to school after rehearsal by an adult. First graders may join in January. Guitar Group and Singers: 12 Noon Mass on the 2 nd Sunday of the month; one rehearsal a month. Instruments other than guitar are welcome. For information on our Music Ministry, please contact Cally Welsh at or nativitybvm@comcast.net Music Schedule for October liturgies: Oct. 20 Guitar Group 5pm Oct. 21 Children s Choir at 10AM, Guitar Group Noon Monday, October 22 8:00 George Hudson by Pat & Rich Walton Tuesday, October 23 8:00 Naomi Collins by Priscilla Fortune Bell Wednesday, October 24 8:00 Salvatore DiNubile by Mary & Robert VanDam Thursday, October 25 8:00 James J. Mack by Til Mack Friday, October 26 8:00 John J. Dougherty by Patrick Brady Saturday, October 27 8:00 Francis Joyce by Mary Joyce 5:00 Nativity BVM Reunion by Alice Pearson 5pm 7am 8am 10am Noon Altar Servers for October 27-28, 2018 P Bonanto, H Pyle S Buchanan, D Tustin A Convery, E Rigby D Kennedy, F O Loughlin K & F Ackroyd Communion Ministers for October 27-28, pm M Dooley 7am C Tustin 8am R Gatta (CM for 8am Mass) Rose Tree: R Gatta 10am (CM for 10am Mass) Sterling: T Dorricott, A Mendis Home Visits: R McElvogue, J McGlinn Noon K McDevitt 5pm 7am 8am 10am Noon Lectors for October 27-28, 2018 T Dooley M Dotts C O Donnell J Haraburda T O Brien Nativity BVM

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