Masses for the Week
Join In Singing20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Among the most the vital of our responsibilities as a community of faith, is sharing in worship with one another. Our Sunday celebration, the Mass, is best celebrated when we all participate. All hymns are located in the misalette.
Parochial Administrator AppointedThis past week, our Cardinal-Archbishop appointed Father John Oulds Parochial Administrator for St. Joseph's Church. While continuing as Pastor of neighboring St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Father John officially assumes pastoral responsibility for our parish family. Both parishes remain separate and distinct, served by the ministry of one priest. This arrangement then is not a merger of the two Churches. It is hoped, however, that the same fine spirit of cooperation, understanding and patience, so evident during recent months, will prevail as questions are resolved and a way of management is established for our two faith communities. It is a challenging time, yet filled with new possibilities, added strength and undiminished vitality. Pray, please, that God gives us all His grace and love to rise to the many opportunities of growth He provides. AnnouncementsA Second Collection will be taken up next weekend, August 23rd & 24th, for assistance to those affected by the floods in Poland, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Your generosity is deeply appreciated. Youth ChoirRegistration for the Youth Choir will take place at both Masses this weekend, August 16th & 17th, and next weekend, August 23rd & 24th in the church vestibule. Any children between the ages of five and thirteen are encouraged and welcome to join. All returning members and new members are asked to register so that I may get updated information. Our first rehearsal will be Monday, September 15th at 6:30pm. We have some fun and different things planned for this year so please plan on attending our first rehearsal. If you have any questions or would like some information, please contact me. Susan Sandoski, Youth Choir Director |
CCD Organizational MeetingAn organizational meeting for the 1997/1998 CCD year will be held on Sunday, August 17th after the 10:30 Mass. This meeting is to establish teaching assignments, review curriculum and discuss the CCD schedule. All current CCD teachers and anyone else interested in helping in any way with the program are urged to attend this meeting. The meeting will be held in the Rectory. Opening of School
A Family PerspectiveIn today's Gospel Jesus teaches us that only by consuming his flesh and blood will we live. Parents are called to a similar sacrifice. If you feel that your children are consuming your every minute, realize that this is the sacred vocation of parents---to give our lives to our children so that they may live. Parenting is not part-time, it's a total commitment. Bible StudyAs a result of the Cluster Planning Meetings, it was decided to begin, (in the Fall of this Year), a Bilingual Bible Study. Any member of our Cluster Parishes who would be interested in this study, please contact Fr. Lewis at (610)384-0422. Splash PartyA cool event for Catholic Young Adults (20's & 30's, single & married) sponsored by Young Adult Ministry of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Sunday, August 24th, 1997 from 3pm until 9:30pm at Camp Neumann, York Road, Jamison, Pennsylvania. There will be softball, volleyball, basketball, swimming, DJ-Dancing, Barbeque, games and prizes. Children are welcome with adult supervision. The cost is $18 per person which includes activities, food, soft drinks. Paid registration required by August 19th - sorry no walk-ins! To register for the Splash Party, call Sonji at the Youth Adult Ministry Office (610-649-9476). Look for these upcoming events. Women’s Club NewsREMINDER - First Meeting of the Women’s Club of St. Joseph’s Church - Monday, August 25, 1997 at 7:30 PM in the School Hall. Looking forward to seeing all the familiar faces and some new ones. Planning for the upcoming year will be the main topic of discussion. Bring along a calendar to mark down all the events. |