21st sunday of ordinary time sacraments and devotions · 25/08/2019 · please remember to pray...
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Church and Parish Office: 300 State Road • West Grove, PA 19390
Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am-12 pm, 1-4 pm Email: [email protected]
Web: assumptionbvmwestgrove.org Facebook: ABVM Parish Community, West Grove, PA
Twitter: @ABVM_WestGrove
Weekend Mass Times Saturday: 4:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm Masses
Daily Mass Schedule 6:30 am - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:15 am - Tuesday, Friday
Eucharistic Adoration After morning Mass, Monday through Friday, until 7 pm
ABVM Adoration Chapel No adoration on public holidays or snow days.
21st Sunday of Ordinary Time Sunday, August 25, 2019
Pastor …..….…Reverend Scott D. Brockson [email protected]
Pastor Emeritus…….…..Rev. Msgr. John Graf
In Residence ….…Rev. Msgr. Frank Depman
Deacons ….………..Deacon Thomas Hannan
Deacon Michael DeGrasse Deacon Ronald Lewis
Operations Manager ….……Mary Rose Edmonds
Parish Office Staff ……..……Donna Brumbaugh Ann Caruso
Parish Office (Ph) 610-869-2722, (fax) 610-869-3252 Director of Liturgy & Music Michael Xavier Lundy
School Principal ….……………Danielle White [email protected]
School Development Director…Kristen Sullivan
School Office (Ph) 610-869-9576, (fax) 610-869-4049
Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) ………... Teresa Leszczynski [email protected]
Religious Education Office .…...(Ph) 610-869-8575
Facilities Request……[email protected]
Sacraments and Devotions
Baptism: Sundays at 1:30 pm in Church (bimonthly)
Matrimony: Engaged couples are asked to meet with the parish priest at least six months prior to the wedding and enroll in a marriage-prep program.
Reconciliation: (Church) Saturdays, 11:00 am-12:15 pm
Rosary: Wednesdays, 6:30 pm (Church)
Bulletin: Submit articles by 8:00 am on Thursday for publication the following week. Submit to the Parish Office or email [email protected].
Hearing Assist Devices are available for use at Mass. Please see an usher for details.
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THOUGHTS ON THE DEATH PENALTY
First-degree murder is the intentional killing of a human being that is premeditated or planned. The Bible says, “Whoever sheds the blood of a man, by man shall his blood be shed; for in the image of God has man been made” (Genesis 9:6). The Mosaic Law distinguishes between intentional killing and that which is accidental. The penalty for intentional killing is usually death. However, there are some notable cases in the Old Testament where death was not imposed by God, for example, the case of Cain, the first man to commit murder, who was spared. God also did not exact a life for a life from Moses, who killed an Egyptian who struck a Hebrew slave, or from King David, who arranged the death of the husband of the woman with whom he committed adultery.
In the Jewish Law, capital punishment was prescribed for crimes besides murder, such as for sodomy, blasphemy, and striking one’s parent. However, scholars point out that it was unusual for Jewish courts to actu-ally impose the death penalty for such crimes. When we look at the New Testament, Jesus spares a woman who was guilty of a capital crime. He also pardons his executioners. Consider the Apostle to the Gentiles, the great St. Paul, who before his conversion persecuted the Church and collaborated in the murder of St. Stephen. God did not require his life but eventually brought him to repentance and conversion. The New Testament ex-horts Christians not to repay evil with evil and to not seek vengeance for themselves. In summary, the Bible can be used to support an argument for and against the death penalty. Fortunately we have the Church, the divinely established interpreter of Scripture and Tradition, to guide us on this matter. The Church comes down firmly against capital punishment.
Last week I presented Archbishop Chaput’s argument against the death penalty. This week, with all due humility, I would like to add a few of my own thoughts.
Some people support the death penalty because they are convinced that first-degree murder warrants it. However, both as a citizen and a pastor I think our society needs to look beyond what is strictly deserved and consider whether the imposition of capital punishment causes more harm than good. It seems to me that human life is so precious that lethal force ought to be used only as a last resort to safeguard the public. A person in custody is no longer a threat, as long as he or she is probably secured, and therefore there is no need to exe-cute him or her.
One of the purposes of punishment for crime is to balance the scales of justice by exacting retribution. It seems to me that lifelong incarceration is punishment enough. It is not an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth, but for some it is a living death. From the perspective of faith, we know that perfect justice will only be achieved in the next life, where no one will escape God’s justice. Moreover, there may be some good to come out of a long prison stay, such as repentance, reconciliation and penance. No one in this life is beyond God’s reach for salvation. Why send an unrepentant murderer to hell? If he remains in his sin he will get there on his own. I think of Alessandro Sereneilli, the man who murdered St. Maria Goretti, who reconciled with Maria’s mother and lived the rest of his life living in a monastery and doing penance. His heart was hard, and had he been executed in the first few years after the murder he would have died unrepentant. It is the will of God that even the worst of sinners repent and be saved. As Christians, our first commitment is that God’s will be done. The longer a per-son lives the more opportunities there are for conversion.
One of the negative consequences of capital punishment is its effect on the executioners. Think about it – at the moment of execution, the condemned is helpless. To put a defenseless man to death can sear a per-son’s conscience or make him more callous. Execution is not an act of self-defense. Furthermore, capital pun-ishment as it is applied in our country is a direct attack on the healthcare profession. The presence of a physi-cian or healthcare worker is usually required, especially if the execution is by lethal injection. Also, someone in medicine has to be legally competent to sign the death certificate. The American Medical Association and the American Society of Anesthesiologists have objected to the participation of their members in state executions. I cannot see how it is beneficial to our society to involve professionals who have dedicated their lives to healing to assist at executions.
In the United States of America we have the means of protecting society and administering justice with-out imposing capital punishment. As for its usefulness as a deterrent, it would seem that the possibility of a life sentence for murder is powerful enough. The likelihood of being caught is probably the greatest deterrent to crime. But even if capital punishment were an effective deterrent, this result could not of itself transform an exe-cution into something good.
The appeal to mercy is good enough for many people to oppose capital punishment. But there are rea-sons to oppose it besides an appeal to mercy. The negative effects of capital punishment on those involved in applying it and on our society in general are reason enough to oppose it.
- Father Scott
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Public Prayer Request
Name: _______________________________________
Requester/Phone:______________________________
Requests will be printed in the bulletin for one month and military prayers for six months. You may renew as often as you wish.
Please remember to pray for those in need of hope and healing.
Fabiola Matalonis, Norman Ginsburg, Nellie McGinnis, Terry O’Connell, Ed & Carol Painter, Philip Caruso, Msgr. John Graf, Ryan Coyle, Betty Anne Silva, Tippi Carlino, Tommy Lake, Gert & John Lincoln, Linda & Gene Glomb, Bob Lauer, Phil Budzynski, Santi Ceccotti, Pat Mannion, Joan O’Neill, Scott Cook, G. Furniss, Jennifer Donnelly, Suzann Jaagus, Christopher Busby, Diane Morgan Quigley, Pattie Perry, Deb-orah Ann Scott, Dora Vito, Domenico Ruffini, Carson Coyle, Mary Jo Tate, Nick Gosline, Bill Sauerwine, Bryce Porter, Debbie Robinson, Frankie Knowles, Bruce Barclay, Lorelai Gilbert, Jennifer Keller, Dana & Charles Mitchell, Linda Ca-rango, Matthew, Chayse & Jack Rusnak, Marie O’Donnell, Linda LeNoir, Richard Brimes, Bobby Kane, Anne Pell, Tom & Jane Littleton, Barry Hill, Visitation Prayer Intentions
Readings of the Day Isaiah 66:18-21, Ps 117:1-2, Hebrews 12:5-7,11-13, Luke 13:22-30
Live the Liturgy
"We ate and drank in your company and you taught in our streets!" In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus notes that it requires moral strength to enter the kingdom of God. It's not mere proximity to righteousness that saves. Rubbing elbows with the righteous is not the same as being truly holy ourselves. Unfortunately, we can have this attitude in many areas. It's easy to see who may seem "first" in the eyes of the world. This occurs in our workplaces and among our public figures. It can also happen in our schools, local parishes, and the larger Church. For some of us, the temptation to have the popularity and prestige rub off on us can be fairly strong. If only we are in the right place with the right people, surely others will associate us with what they possess! But salvation is worked out in each individual life. It is our task not merely to show up, but to be transformed. And the truly transformed may not be everyone we expect. "People will come from the east and the west and from the north and the south... some are last who will be first, and some are first who will be last." Some who seem first in reputation now may be last in the kingdom of God. Others who appear now on the furthest fringes of society - but better imitate the lowly holiness of Jesus - will be first in his kingdom. What are your concerns? Proximity and reputation? Or prayerful righteousness?
Pray For Our Military
♦SGT Michael Guerrera
♦SGT James Francis
♦2 LT Nicholas J. Caruso
♦SGT Andrew Wolfe
♦SSGT James McWilliams
♦AB Michael Connelly & FLT277, Lackland AFB
♦SPC Thomas Wolfe
♦SGM Nicolas Relacion
♦CPL Charles Morgan Griffith ♦SSGT Michael Kauffman ♦HM1 Matthew Rosenberg ♦AB Brandon Narkin & FLT 601/602 Lackland AFB
♦2 LT Niccolo Iacovelli
♦Cadet Jacqueline Brattan ♦PFC Daniel Engberg ♦LT Connor Dunleavy
Military Plaque to honor those who are currently serving in the U.S. Military is on display in the Church Vestibule. If you would like to have your loved one’s picture displayed, please send a photo of your active duty military person, in uniform, with their name, rank, and your contact information. Contact Dave Bes-selman at 484-667-0267 or [email protected].
Rest in Peace Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and all the souls
of the faithful departed rest in peace. David Acquesta
Dominick Aufiero Elizabeth Ann Camarota
Eloise Chaga Alfred Eno
Alfredo Silva Michael C. Smith, Sr.
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
From Deacon Ron Lewis….Hello! I hope you stayed cool over the summer! It would seem that this summer, the Lord did indeed set the earth on fire! As the summer comes to an end I would like to remind you that the RCIA program will begin on September 25th. With that in mind, on Wednesday, September 18th there will be a "MEET & GREET" in the Parish Center/Church lower level for all those interested in entering the RCIA program. At the meeting which will begin at 7 PM, we will discuss the program and distribute the schedule for instruction. Please contact me, Deacon Ron Lewis, at either [email protected] or by phone at 302-547-8586 with any questions or if you know someone who would like to register for RCIA before the meeting. Let us be the straw with which the Lord sets the world on fire!
On Sunday, August 18, 2019, the following children were welcomed into our Assumption BVM Parish Family:
Mia Devlin Paoli Lucia Davis Paoli
Celsus Iegbeojai Ebba
LABOR DAY MASS
Monday, September 2nd 9:00 am Mass
Please join us!
Note: There will be no Eucharistic Adoration on Labor Day, no 6:30 am Mass, and the Parish Office will be closed.
Through August 18 the 2019 Annual Parish Appeal is doing well. Our goal is $150,000. In the first forty-two weeks of the 2019 Appeal two hun-dred and eighty-two (283) families have committed more than $142,699 of which $130,109 has been received. The Appeal will support continuing operations of the Parish and will ena-ble us to fund one necessary project. This project is to establish an emer-gency fund for unbudgeted, major expenses for the church; e.g., the ultimate replacement of the church roof. The initial contribution to this emergency fund will be one-third of the moneys collected in the 2019 Parish Appeal. Please complete the Intention Card you received in your letter from Father Scott and place it in the envelope in the collection basket or mail the envelope to the Parish Office. You may also use the Parish Appeal envelope from your packet of envelopes to make your donation. The Finance Council and Father Scott thank you for your generosity.
Collection August 18, 2019 $12,060 Includes estimated $4,750 E-Giving
- 34% Participation
Avg. Weekly Collection 2019/2020
Estimated Wkly Expenses 2019/20
$13,517$13,855
Thank you for your continued support!
The income estimated for our 2019-2020 fiscal year budget has been adjusted to reflect recent historical income numbers. This fiscal year our income goal is $722,000 for the Offer-tory collection. Our beloved church with the associated facilities is ap-proaching 18 years old. As in your home, maintenance costs and operat-ing costs need to be addressed. You have demonstrated your generosity to enable us to fulfill our fiscal re-sponsibilities. Please continue to be as generous as you can.
Who do you say that I am?
Recent polls say that an alarming amount of Catholics don’t
believe in the true presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist.
Don’t be unbelieving, but believe!! If you come before the
Blessed Sacrament for 15 minutes a day, you will believe
and be transformed!!!
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AT ABVM
Monday-Friday, After Morning Mass until 7 pm
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Tuesdays: September 24, 2019 through April, 2020
Lower Level – ABVM Church
You may choose either a morning session at 9 am or an evening session at 7 pm.
Themes: “Opening Your Heart”
for first time participants and “Touching the Divine”
for 2nd year participants.
For information or for a registration form, please contact Joan Patrick at
[email protected] or call 610-999-2216.
There is a $15 fee for the year.
ww.walkingwithpurpose.com
Women’s Bible Study
2ND ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC
ALL PARISHIONERS. The Stewardship Committee of the Parish Development Council
and Father Scott are pleased to sponsor a picnic to show our appreciation to all our
parishioners. The picnic will be held in the Parish Center and on church grounds on
Sunday, September 15, 2019 after the Noon Mass until 4 PM.
All of our parishioners, and their families, are invited to attend. There will be
hamburgers and hot dogs and other picnic foods with events
for adults and children. Activities include a disc jockey,
miniature golf, story time, volleyball, horse shoes and more.
Sign up at the table in the Church Narthex or e-mail
[email protected]. So we can properly plan
for you, tell us how many adults and children will be coming.
Safe Environment Clearances are needed prior to volunteering for School, CYFF, CYO Sports, and
anything that involves children.
The safety of our children is a priority at our Parish. Offering your time and talents are invaluable and we are so grateful for your help. Thank you for taking the time to complete all the required clearances. A list of clearances needed can be found at www.assumptionbvmwestgrove.org, select Re-sources, then select Safe Environment Clearances. Once clearances and training are completed, certificates and forms need to be given to the Par-ish Office. For questions, please contact the Parish Office at 610-869-2722 or email [email protected]. Volunteers in the Archdiocese of Phil-adelphia are required to complete a one-time class as part of the process of obtaining their clearances. Safe Environment Virtus Training will be held on Monday, August 26th, 6:00 pm, Sacred Heart Church, Oxford. To register or view other class options, visit www.virtus.org.
THE CARDINALS’ FORUM-AUGUST 27 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary (Vianney Hall)
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary * 100 E. Wynnewood Rd., Wynnewood, PA 19096
“Empty Pews” - The Future of Catholic Parishes?
Join us for an annual gathering that advances the academic formation of seminary students and provides continuing education for the lay faithful.
7:00 pm - Welcome by Bishop Timothy Senior (the Rector of the Seminary) 7:05 pm - Introduction to the topic by Rev. Robert Pesarchick. S.T.D. 7:10 pm - Viewpoints given by: Dr. John Haas (John Cardinal Krol Chair of Moral Theology), Fr. Thomas Dailey, O.S.F.S. (John Cardinal Foley Chair of Homiletics & Social Communications), Dr. Nathan Knutson (Lucille Francesco Chair in Sacred Music), Archbishop Charles Chaput, O.F.M., Cap. (Archbishop of Philadelphia) 7:40 pm - Discussion among the presenters 7:50 pm - Discussion with audience 8:30 pm - Conclusion of the event
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ABVM News
Assumption BVM School
As a new school year approaches, please take a moment to pray for all
students including those who are beginning their educational journey in PreK
or Kindergarten, those who are starting middle school, and those who are
matriculating to high school. A special blessing to our ABVM alumni, the Class
of 2015, who are heading off to college for the first time. May God bless you!
Prayer for Students Lord our God, in your wisdom and love you surround us
with the mysteries of the universe. Send your Spirit upon these students and
fill them with your wisdom and blessings. Grant that they may devote
themselves to their studies and draw ever closer to you, the source of all
knowledge. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Source: Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
August 26: First Day of School- Grades 1-8 August 27: First Day of School- PreK and Kindergarten August 30: Labor Day Holiday September 2: Labor Day Holiday September 4: 6 PM Back to School Night
CRAFT FAIR AND CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Vendor applications for the 2019 ABVM Craft Fair and Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 23rd are currently being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Details can be found on the school website at https://abvmschoolwg.us/craft-fair-and-christmas-bazaar.
Religious Education News
Opening Days for Religious Education are:
Tuesday, September 10th from 4:40 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday, September 11th from 4:40 pm - 6 pm
Sunday, September 15th from 11:10 am - 12:30 pm
Confirmation Prep Class Begins:
Thursday, September 5th, 6:30 pm
Re-Registration for the 2019-20 Religious Education
If you have not yet re-registered for the 2019-20 year, please visit assumptionbvmwestgrove.org and click on the Catho-lic Youth Faith Formation tab. We are offering online payment for classes. We request that the printout of the Receipt from this payment be stapled to the Registration Form. Both documents must be received simultaneously in the Reli-gious Education Office for Re-Registration to be complete. New Families are asked to contact the Director of Religious Education, Teresa Leszczynski, at 610-869-8575 or email [email protected], so you can be welcomed and have your questions addressed! If interested in volunteering for the program, please contact Teresa Leszczynski.
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Liturgical Ministry Renewal Retreat
Saturday, September 14, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Mass for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Blessing of liturgical ministers
Continental Breakfast
Renewal Retreat
Liturgical Ministries
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
Sacristan
Lector
Usher/Greeter
Welcome Committee
Music Ministry
Anyone interested in serving in Liturgical Ministry is welcome to
attend the Renewal Retreat. Please register for the Retreat on the
church website. For more information contact the church office
or email the director of liturgy and music, Michael Xavier Lundy,
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Pray the Rosary for Life (8/25-8/31/19) Sun. T. Leszczynski Thu. N. Kennard/D. Harrison
Mon. E. Barron Fri. J. DeMichiel Tue. C. Sedlak Sat. M. Mueller/C. Lyons Wed. J. Patrick (Sign-up to pray in the church vestibule.)
HopeAfterAbortion.com; afterabortion.org; RachelsVineyard.org 610-354-0555,
Pregnant? Need Help? Call 1-800-CARE-002.
Birthright: 610-436-0773.
Aid for Friends Cooks: Filled, frozen meal trays can be taken to the freezer in the ABVM Parish Life Center, weekdays from 8 am-7 pm. To help prepare
meals or be an AFF driver, call Ann 610-869-8559.
Annulment Proceeding: Metropolitan Tribunal, Archdiocese of Philadelphia (215) 587-3750.
Al-Anon meeting: Held every Monday, 7:30 pm, in the ABVM Church. (https://al-non.org)
Lions Club Hospital Equipment Loan Program: Contact 484-883-0515; www.aglions.com.
Courage: Courage ministers to those with same-sex attractions and their loved ones. A weekly peer support group is offered to homosexual men and women who wish to live according to the teaching of the Catholic Church. Call 215-587-4505. Confidentiality assured.
Disabilities & Autism Help-Line: Do you need help accessing services and supports for someone with an intellectual disability or autism? Call 484-472-5041.
Catholic Men’s Pornography Addiction Group: Call confidentially at 215-490-4660.
Natural Family Planning (Creighton Model) Contact Kaitlyn at 484-889-9519, [email protected].
PrayersUniteTheWorld.org: Send your prayer requests.
Formed.org Free access to Catholic movies, ebooks, programs, & children’s resources. Use code MC8NYZ.
Assumption BVM Parish will be hosting Family
Promise the week of September 1-8, 2019.
We are please to announce that our church has been selected to host homeless families in the Family Promise Program (up to 14 persons in all) for the week of September 1-8, 2019. During the week, we will provide a place for these families in need to eat, relax in the evening and sleep. To volunteer, contact our Parish Coordinator, Sharon Hannan, at [email protected] or call 484-678-2142. Volunteers need to have up-to-date clearances. For a complete list of clearance requirements, visit assumptionbvmwestgrove.org.
Announcements
Prison Ministry Programs
Mary Mother of Captives: Support groups for families coping with a loved one in prison are held the first Thursday of the month at St. Cyprian Parish, Philadelphia and the second Thursday of the month at St. Charles Parish, in Drexel Hill. All attendees remain confidential.
Pen Pal Prison Program: In prison sometimes the only contact with the outside world is in the form of letters. Mail Call is better when you receive a warm and friendly letter from the outside world. Pen Pal Writers are needed.
For information about meetings or the Pen Pal program, call 610-259-3178 or email [email protected].
Catholic Young Adults of
Chester County
Wednesday, August 28th
(SS. Peter & Paul, West Chester, 7 pm)
Join CYACC - Chester County Catholic Young Adults as we welcome Fr. Gismondi, the Pastor of St. Mary’s Church in Conshohocken who will take us back to the basics. He will discuss the various forms of prayer, the difference between prayer and "talking" to God, and why prayer is such an integral part of being Catholic. Wheth-er you are happy with your prayer life or dread spending time in silence, we think Fr. Gismondi will have some insights that will help you to better receive God's graces and grow in peace. All young adults 20-35 are welcome. For infor-mation check www.cyacc.org or find us in Fa-cebook / email us at [email protected]
Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries
Post-Abortion Healing Retreat October 11, 12, 13, 2019
Malvern-Frazer, Pennsylvania
We have an upcoming retreat for healing from abortion. It is de-signed to help you experience the mercy and compassion of God. It will help you focus on the buried emotions of the past and begin heal-ing in a non-judgmental, safe, loving, and confidential environment. It will give you hope for the future and freedom from the pain within your heart and soul. For information, contact Lauren at 215-720-5828 or [email protected]. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Finan-cial aid is offered if needed. Please visit the National website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.
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Sponsored by
Knights of Columbus & Ladies Auxiliary
Saturday, October 5th
Assumption BVM Parish Center
290 State Road, West Grove, PA
6:00 pm—10:30 pm
Entertainment provided by:
Alpenlaenders German Band & Dance Group
TICKETS ON SALE AFTER MASS!
Dinner & Bingo
Thursday, September 5th 6 pm Dinner & 6:30 pm Bingo
ABVM Parish Center
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Atlantic City Bus Trip
September 8th
Call Ray Bunjo at 610-869-9336. —————————————————————————-
Knights Meeting
Thursday, September 19th 6 pm, ABVM Parish Life Center —————————————————————————-
For membership information, contact Ron Calloway at (610) 467-0731
HAPPENING SOON
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting
Monday, September 9th, 7 pm, Parish Life Center All members are encouraged to attend our Member Meeting. If you have any questions or need additional information, contact Terry at 610-291-9938.
Sat., September 21st
7:30 AM—2:30 PM
ABVM Parish Grounds 300 State Road, West Grove
Rain or Shine!
Registration: $15 each space for payments received by September 6th.
Registrations after September 6th are $20 each.
A limited number of 12’ tables are available to rent at $5.00 each. Spaces are approxi-mately 12’ x 12’. The event will be held indoors unless you request to be outdoors. For questions, call Terry at (610) 304-5845. To obtain a registration form, please see the insert in this weekend’s bulletin or visit www.AssumptionBVMWestGrove.org and click on “Hidden Treasures Yard Sale”. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary.
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10 Regular Games Winner receives $30 3 Special Games Winner receives $100 Last Special Game Winner receives 60%
Dinner includes sloppy joes, macaroni salad, chips, salad/coleslaw, dessert, and refreshments for $7. BYOB
$5 for 10 games with 3 cards per game
$5 for each Special with 4 cards per game
Bingo Package listed above - Cost: $25
Proceeds benefit the Charitable Works of the Knights of Columbus. For information, please contact John Brennan 610-869-4100 or
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Unique & Unrepeatable: Your Mission as a Catholic Woman
Saturday, October 26 9 AM - 4:30 PM
National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown
Speakers include: Mary Cruz-Guzman,
De Yarrison, Dr. Monique Ruberu, Meghan Cokeley, Sue Brinkmann
and the Sisters of Life
www.catholicwomensconference.org (A mid-September sellout is expected!)
24 HOUR WOMEN’S RETREAT (September 6/7, 2019, Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA) Kathleen Beckman will be speaking on Woman: God’s Special Weapon against Evil; Intercessory Prayer and Putting on the Armor of God! Register at 610-644-0400 or malvernretreat.com.
PADRE PIO FESTIVAL (Sept. 14/15, 2019, St. Bede Church, Holland, PA) Events include Mass, veneration of Padre Pio relics, healing service, live entertainment, food, games, and more. Call 215-357-5720 or padrepiofestivalhollandpa.com.
REMAIN IN MY LOVE (September 15, 2019, 2-4:30 pm, Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, Philadelphia) National Catholic speakers will present the splen-dor of Christ’s teachings on the dignity of marriage and Christian family life. This mini-conference is free. Visit archphila.org/remain2019/.
PUT ON THE ARMOUR OF GOD CONFERENCE (September 18/19, 2019, The Star Barn Village, Elizabethtown, PA) Learn how to protect yourself and those you love by Putting on the Armor of God. Speakers include Msgr. John Esseff, Sr. Cor Immaculatum, IHM, Fr. Michael Gaitley, Damon & Melanie Owens, Devin Schadt & Brian Gail. Enjoy workshops, Mass, Adoration, Music and ranch activities including horseback rides and wagon rides. Cost: $70 one day, $125 both days. Visit https://stewardshipmission.org/2019-fall-conference/.
ARCHDIOCESAN CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC RENEWAL CONFERENCE (October 5, 2019, Clarion Hotel, Essington, PA, 9 am-8:30 pm) Join us for a day filled with dynamic speakers, praise and worship, prayer teams, Eucharistic Adoration, Benediction and a Healing Service. Vigil Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Sam Jacobs. To register, visit phillyspirit.com or call 215-315-7008.
BONNER PRENDIE CLASS OF 1969 50TH REUNION (October 4, 2019) Visit Fa-cebook “BonnerPrendie1969” or [email protected].
REBOOT LIVE! (October 10, 2019, 7-9:30 pm, Archbishop Carroll High School, Radnor, PA) Featuring internationally acclaimed speaker, author and TV host Chris Stefanick, REBOOT! is the fun and inspiring experience of applying the beauty and genius of the heart of the Gospel to every aspect of your life from prayer and spirituality, to work, dating, marriage and parenting, health and more (ages 12 and up)! For tickets, visit reallifecatholic.com.
RETREAT FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILTIES (October 8-10, 2019, Malvern Re-treat House, Malvern, PA) This retreat is geared for adults with intellectual, physical or emotional disabilities. Theme: We All Belong. Register at [email protected] or call Malvern Retreat House at 610-644-0400.
COLLEGE FAIR (October 22, 2019, Bishop Shanahan High School, Downing-town, PA) All area students and parents are invited to attend the 14th Annual College Fair. Over 200 colleges will be represented.
Flame of Love of the
Immaculate Heart of Mary Event
Saturday, September 7th
Our Lady of Fatima Church 801 N. Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE
9:30 to 3:00 pm
Speaker:
Fr. Jim Blount
Fr. Blount is a bold, charismatic preacher empowered by the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Come and enjoy this powerful priest!
Spiritual Talks by Father James Blount, SOLT, Rosary, Mass, Bene-
diction Bring your own lunch.
No Registration necessary.
Sat., September 21st Daylesford Abbey, Paoli, PA
Eight-time Grammy Nominee, Matt Maher, will headline this year’s AbbeyFest! Enjoy a wonderful one-of-a-kind local experience celebrating faith, music, and witness for families and individuals!
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SPECIAL MESSAGE TO THOSE OVER 70 ½ WITH AN IRA
When you paid your 2018 Federal Income Tax were you able to itemize your deductions? No! Did you have charitable expens-es which you were unable to deduct? Yes! Did you know an indi-vidual 70½ years old or older may make a charitable contribution from the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA and reduce their taxable income without itemizing? Take ad-vantage of the tax laws in 2019. Talk to your financial adviser, your plan administrator or your tax accountant. Some of your fel-low parishioners are using this part of the federal tax law.
Remember: Individuals and eligible spouses can make an IRA charitable rollover (up to $100,000) to ABVM Parish and not have that transfer count towards their taxable income in the year that they made the charitable gift. Charitable rollover amounts will count toward your required minimum distribution. By avoiding the recognition of taxable income, you may also have less of your Social Security income subject to income tax.
FOOTBALL MANIA 17 Week Game
ABVM Parish Fundraiser
Football Mania begins September 5th. Please mail your score card stubs and money to the ABVM Parish Office (300 State Road, West Grove, PA 19390). Make checks payable to Assumption BVM Church. Winners will be notified by mail. Participants can also visit: www.charitymania.com to view the winning sweepstakes game card numbers each week to see if they’ve won.
Tickets are $25. ($1.47 per week of the Football Mania!) Additional score cards can be picked up in the Church lobby.
PLEASE RETURN YOUR TICKET STUBS BY AUGUST 26TH.
Mission Appeal Weekend—August 24/25
This weekend, we welcome Marianist missionary, Father Da-vid Fleming, S.M. to our parish. The Marianists have been serving the poorest of the poor in India and Eastern Africa for decades. Through education, job training and empowerment programs, they help people out of desperate poverty and into lives of hope and dignity. Archbishop Charles Chaput is hop-ing everyone in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will be remind-ed of their baptismal call to be Missionary in this Extraordi-nary Year of Mission through October 2019. To contribute to the Marianist missionaries, please use the envelope provided in the pews this weekend, or if you give through Faith Direct, add gift under icon for “Summer Missionary Appeal”. Your prayers and your generous support are truly appreciated!
This week we celebrate two saints, a mother and son: St. Monica and St. Augustine. As a young Christian wom-an, St. Monica was married to a pagan. Early in their marriage, he was bitter and critical. After nearly 20 years, Mon-ica's holy example led to his conversion to Christianity. In the meantime, Au-gustine was a teenager beginning to live a wild life of self-indulgent excess. This lifestyle would continue into his adulthood. Like with her husband, Monica prayed and fasted for the con-version of her son. Augustine met an-other future saint, the bishop Ambrose of Milan, who greatly influenced his perspective on life. Augustine was bap-tized a Christian! Augustine later be-came a bishop and one of the most influential thinkers in Christian history. How's that for the power of patience and intercessory prayer?
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2019
4:30 pm Vigil Mass - Timothy Daddario, requested by Mom-Mom Reader 1/Reader 2: Sarah & Helen Leinhauser Deacon: Deacon Lewis, Extraordinary Ministers: Lisa Goldstein, Charlie Humkey, Stephanie Tobin, Jason Chapman, Bernadette Muto Altar Servers: Ethan Goldstein, Kimberli & Neil O’Donnell Music: Anthem Sacristan: Steve Gempp
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2019
8:00 am Mass - Rich Forte, requested by Dawn, Pat and Hunter Sweeney Reader 1/Reader 2: Michael Debes, Mary Ann Schill Deacon: Deacon Lewis, Extraordinary Ministers: Ruder Schill (A), Paul Crowley (B), Donna Brumbagh (C), Mary Wharton (LH) Altar Servers: AJ Gourgoulis, Kiki & Nicolette Murphy Music: Alexandra Laub, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Ray Bunjo
10:00 am Mass - Gloria Hart, requested by Bob and Marge Erling Reader 1/Reader 2: John Colgan, Anthony Taglione Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Ann Barr (D), Linda Lanciano (E), James Fredericksdorf (TP), Lisa Goldstein (JPP), Bruce Michalski (JPR), Kathy Corkadel (PENN) Altar Servers: Hannah Char, Hayden Nunan, Connor Opdenaker Music: Gwen Kull, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Andy Mazzeo
12:00 pm Mass - Helen Perry, requested by The Carroll Family Reader 1/Reader 2: Reader 1 Needed, Jackie Battinieri Deacon: Deacon Hannan, Extraordinary Ministers: Sharon Hannan, Cindy Sciotto, Mary K LaRoe Altar Servers: Aiden Daneker, Landon Staso, Heidi Stumpf Music: Silent Mass (No Music) Sacristan: Jeff Lyons
MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2019
6:30 am Mass - Rose DiSanti, requested by The O’Connor Family
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019
8:15 am Mass - Harriet Zeller, requested by Dennis Shannon
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2019
6:30 am Mass - People of the Parish
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2019
6:30 am Mass - Dr. Gordon Dean, requested by Peter MacEwen and Family
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2019
8:15 am Mass - Shirley Carlson, requested by The Brumbaugh Family
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, 2019
4:30 pm Vigil Mass - Walter Brandenberger, requested by Joe and Denise Nash Reader 1/Reader 2: Mary Ann Schill, Ed Sigda Deacon: No Deacon, Extraordinary Ministers: Kathy Corkadel, Lisa Goldstein, Charlie Humkey, Shawn Murphy, Ruder Schill, Stephanie Tobin Altar Servers: Madeline Flores, Heidi Stumpf, Madelynn Welch Music: Cameron Kuzepski, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Sacristan to be determined
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2019
8:00 am Mass - Rich Forte, requested by Rose Adams Reader 1/Reader 2: Neil Coyne, Jackie Battinieri Deacon: No Deacon, Extraordinary Ministers: Dennis Shannon (A), Nancy Paproth (B), Paul Crowley (C), Mary Wharton (LH), Bob DiMarco Altar Servers: Aiden Daneker, Declan & Nolan Sullivan Music: Ann Wengloski, Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Ray Bunjo
10:00 am Mass - Lucille Broderick, requested by Her Family Reader 1/Reader 2: Ed & Grace Charlton Deacon: No Deacon, Extraordinary Ministers: James Fredericksdorf (D), Donna Lauletta (E), Tom Powell (TP), Jim Kirwin (JPP), Cindy Sciotto (JPR), Ann Barr (PENN), Bruce Michalski Altar Servers: Hannah Char, Rafe Hamilton, Connor Opdenaker Music: Anthem Sacristan: Sacristan to be determined
12:00 pm Mass - David Conforti, requested by The Tobin Family Reader 1/Reader 2: Steve Liberatore, Anthony Taglione Deacon: No Deacon, Extraordinary Ministers: 4 Extraordinary Ministers to be determined Altar Servers: Jacob & Samantha Calabretta, Michael Stemerman Music: Michael Xavier Lundy Sacristan: Jeff Lyons
Please Note: If you are having a Mass offered and would
like to take up the gifts, please contact the Usher 15
minutes before Mass.
Are you new to the Parish and would like to register? We would love to have you!!
You can register every weekend after the 4:30 pm Vigil Mass and after the 10 am Mass. See a Parish Representative at the Registration Desk in the Adoration Chapel. Families may also schedule a baptism for their child.
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