Reverend James Rodia, O. Praem.

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1 Reverend James Rodia, O. Praem.

2 ST. RICHARD PARISH PHILADELPHIA, PA FROM MY HOUSE TO YOURS Fourth Sunday of Lent SUNDAY March 6th 8:00 Elizabeth & Joseph Startare requested by family 10:00 HOLY SPIRIT Marianna D Aversa requested by Michael & Filomena Pilla 11:30 Domenick & Anne Staffieri, and Donald Staffieri requested by Joan Edwards MONDAY 7th 8:00 Maria Rossi requested by Rossi family TUESDAY March 8th 8:00 Jacob Bossing Bequest of Gerald J. Ziccardi WEDNESDAY March 9th 8:00 59th Wedding Anniversary of Margarita & Francesco Sestini requested by Dunn and Sestini families THURSDAY March 10th 8:00 Patricia Ann Marino requested by family FRIDAY March 11th 8:00 Ida Santelli requested by Dora SATURDAY March 12th 8:00 Evelyn Bonafiglia requested by Peck and Baldino families 4:30pm Edith & Ambrogio Gioni requested by Ted Scairato Sr and family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our SANCTUARY CANDLE will be burning this week In Memory of Santina Sunny B. Castiello requested by son. VOTIVE CANDLES Millie Evangelista requested by daughter Biagio Altomare requested by the Gargano family Janice Leonard requested by Josephine Polizzi Votive Candles are available every week with intentions of in memory of your deceased loved ones, IHO in honor of the living, FGH for good health, or IT in thanksgiving. For a donation of $10. the candles will be lit starting with the Saturday 4:30pm mass and will be lit for the entire week at St. Richard Church. Candle intentions may be obtained at the rectory during regular business hours. Dear Parishioners, During the season of Lent, we can all relate to the gospel story of the prodigal son. Sinful though we are, if we convert our lives, God, symbolized by the father, always forgive us and welcome us back. However, what if we focus on the father in this story? What can we learn from him? He already had generously given his younger son the inheritance that he owed him. He must have been brokenhearted when the son rejected his home and family to pursue another lifestyle. When the son saw the error of his ways and returned home, however, the father ran out to greet him with warmth and affection. He gave him a ring, a robe and a party! The father offered forgiveness - not begrudgingly -but freely, lavishly, lovingly. Moreover, he went out again to seek his older son and carefully taught him how to forgive. In this Year of Mercy, whom do we need to forgive? Is there someone in the family with whom we have not spoken? Is there someone at work who has wronged us? A spouse who has betrayed us? Is there a child who has rebelled? Can we be as generous as our merciful God? Is there anything more God-like than forgiveness? Jesus ministry was often about forgiveness - eating with sinners, forgiving sins publicly, gently preaching about his Father s unbounded mercy. In the ultimate act of forgiveness, obedient to his Father, Jesus gave his life for the forgiveness of our sins. This is what salvation history is all about - forgiveness. How can we possibly be grateful enough for such unbounded mercy? Our reading today from second Corinthians reminds us that God has reconciled us to himself through Christ and given us the ministry of reconciliation entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Let us resolve to be ambassadors for Christ and share God s message of love and forgiveness. God Love Ya! Fr. Reilly

3 Fourth Sunday of Lent March 6, 2016 Sacrament of Reconciliation Announcements Saint Joseph Triduum March 15 th 17 th at 7pm During this month of March we celebrate St. Joseph with our Annual Parish Triduum in his honor. Please join us these three nights for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Devotions and Benediction. Our presider and homilist this year is Rev. Anthony DiGuglielmo, Vice Chancellor of the Archdiocese Tribunal Office. Please take some time out of your busy schedule and join us as we honor a truly a great and holy man, St. Joseph. Saint Richard Memorial Brick Garden In order to spruce up and beautify the front of St. Richard Church we are installing a memorial Brick Garden. If you are interested in purchasing a Memorial Brick please see the committee member in the back of church after all Masses to pick up your order form or if you have any questions. This Memorial Brick Garden will only enhance the beauty of St. Richard Church as we honor those family and friends who have returned home to be with God in paradise. Confessions: Saturdays: 3:30 to 4:00pm Before Masses on Sundays and Tuesday Evenings following Benediction (7:00-7:30PM) Stations of The Cross Fridays during Lent at 1:00pm with the school children Friday Evening during Lent at 7:00pm Eucharistic Adoration Tuesdays 8:30 am-7:00 pm with Benediction at 7pm Newly Enrolled in the St. Richard Memorial Society Domenic Pellicciotti Marion Scaltrito John McSorley The following donations have been made to the St. Richard Altar Fund: Catherine DiCicco $100. St. Vincent DePaul Society $100. Eleanor & Dennis DiCicco $ 75. Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Patitucci $ 50. Joseph & Robert Sullivan $ 50. Ronald & Donna Generale $ 50. John & Marianne Vagnozzi $ 40. Janine & Peter Eisler $ 40. Louis Williams $ 30. Grace C. Marchesani $ 25. Mr. & Mrs. John Patitucci $ 25. Joseph & Laura Genovesa $ 25. Helen & Richard Konstance $ 25. Anna & Antonio D Angelo $ 25. Angelina Crescenzo Domenic Giovanetti $50. The Duca Family Carmen Intenzo $20. Len & Eleanor Armstrong Domenic Pellicciotti $50. Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Giorgio and Denise Giorgio Matuski $50. Mr. & Mrs. James McGinty $50. Rita Flood $50 Keith & Patricia Thompson $50. Mr. & Mrs. Joseph DiSalvatore $50. Mr. & Mrs. Patti $25. George & Maria Binck $25. Mr. &Mrs. William Reis $25. Ann Ippolito $20. Dorothy Avicolli $10. Anthony & Betty Bove

4 Fourth Sunday of Lent March 6, 2016 Pre-Jordan Classes In preparation for Baptism Pre-Jordan classes are held the third Monday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Church. The parents of the child are required to attend the class; godparents are also welcome but not required to attend. Please call the rectory to make arrangements for the Baptism and to attend the class. After you have attended the class and acquired certificates of eligibility for your godparents, you may then call the rectory for an appointment to book the date of your choosing. The next scheduled class is : March 14, 2016 April 18, 2016 Pre-Cana Classes In preparation for the sacrament of Marriage, Pre-Cana classes are required for all couples. You must register in advance for this class. For registration and more information visit St. Richard Students Excel at SS. John Neumann and Maria Goretti HS. First Honors Carly E. Scirrotto Dana Albanese Theresa M. Hamilton Ryan J. McGettigan Riabene Troilo 18 Deanna Albanes 19 Lauren Colantuono Savannah Maratea Eric M. Nardini Second Honors Erica N. Brown Gianna Colantuono Gabriella Iannacone Demi L. Thomas Alexandra M. Arrigale Dior Giancaterino Jenna M. Imbesi Alexis D. oakes James F. Gatto Charles H. Sailer St. Joseph s Prepatory First Honors George P. Novelli Roman Catholic High School First Honors Patrick Ryan Cavalieri PREP Registration March 1 April 30, 2016 Registration for PREP for the year will begin March 1. Saint Richard PREP is a one week, full day, summer program for students in grades 1 through 6. The program will be held June from 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. The summer program will be supplemented with five Sunday Family Formation Sessions during the school year along with spiritual and service activities for the family. Participation in ALL aspects is necessary to be in the program. Family must be registered with Saint Richard Parish. Because we no longer offer a weekly program, please inform anyone that you know with an eligible child entering first to sixth grade next September to register for the summer program before April 30, Registration forms for current PREP families will be mailed home. New registration forms will be available beginning March 1 online at at the rectory during business hours or by calling Maryellen Carroll at For more information, please Maryellen at dre@strichardchurch.org or call the number above. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sacrament Calendar March 12 Confirmation Formation Session 4 (Confirmandi only) 9 11:30 a.m. April 4 & 11 First Eucharist Formation Session Children only) 4-5 p.m. Lent and you! We are asked during the penitential season of Lent to: PRAY FAST GIVE Please take advantage of what Saint Richard s Parish offers. Our Lenten Schedule can be found in the back of church and on our website. The mite cans to sacrifice and save and give to those in need can be found in church.

5 WORLD SODALITY DAY SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2016-MASS AT 2 PM St. Richard s Church will be the location for the 2016 celebration of the World Sodality Mass sponsored by the Sodalities of Our Lady. Celebrant and Homilist will be Father Michael S. Olivere. All ARE WELCOME! Social/Refreshments will be served after the Mass in the school hall. For more information contact: Linda Coffea Roman Catholic High School 7 th Grade Practice Test Saturday, March 12 th 9:00 AM Noon. This is an opportunity for 7 th graders to prepare for the Scholarship Entrance Test required in the Fall of Registration forms are available at Roman- CatholicHS.com. For additional information or questions regarding Roman Catholic High School s admissions process call (215) ext. 146 or admissions@romancatholichs.com SS. John Neumann and Maria Goretti High School Presents Saints Got Talent March 10 th, 2016, Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7pm till 9pm. Tickets will be available for purchase prior to this event. This fundraiser helps support our students activities and athletic programs. All proceeds from this event directly benefit the students of Neumann-Goretti High, affording each the opportunity to become involved in extracurricular activities Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia CARDIOLOGY CONSULTANTS OF PHILADELPHIA 1703 S. Broad Street Pasquale M. Procacci, M.D. Mark F. Victor, M.D. Veronica A. Covalesky, M.D. Dean G. Karalis, M.D. Santosh Gupta - Bala, M.D. Salvatore P. Girardo, M.D. Barry A. Bravette, M.D Oregon Avenue Pasquale F. Nestico, M.D Oregon Ave. 2nd Flr Howard Rosner, D.O. Mingroni s Rhino Roofing 2335 So. 12th Street Phila, Pa Frank Fax S. Broad Street Samuel J. Monti Founder - Supervisor Mark J. Rago Funeral Director Nicholas A. DiValentino Free Implant Consultations Free Periodontal Evaluation (Gum Evaluation) 2546 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA West Moyamensing Avenue Philadelphia, PA Phone: (215) Fax: (215) Hours: Mon.Fri.: 6:30am-7pm Sat. & Sun. 8:00am-5:00pm TN Homemade The family which experiences the joy of faith communicates it naturally. That family is the salt of the earth and the light of the world; it is the leaven of society. Pope Francis, FRANK R. LAMANTIA, Supervisor 2501 S. Camac St. (215) FEBRUARY 29, :26 AM Agent Michael DeCarlo Home Life Auto ST. RICHARDS, PHILADELPHIA, PA

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