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TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME September 21, 2014

A Note from Fr. Joe…. Now that we’re all back and hopefully settling into a routine, I thought I’d take this opportunity to highlight a few things that you might have missed during the course of the summer. At the Rosemont Chapel property, we updated the air conditioning for the Chapel and Auditorium, as well as resealed the parking lot. Kencrest Day Care closed, as of June 30

th; while we actively search for a new tenant, we’re using the old school building for religious

education classes and other parish-related activities. On the Villanova campus, the University completed a chilled underground piping project that ultimately, among other things, will assist in the updating of air conditioning for the Villanova Church. The Parish Building Subcommittee will be meeting this week to begin a review and update of our 5 year Maintenance and Capital Improvement Plan. Finally, last, but not least, we welcomed a new member to our Parish Staff – Mr. Gregory Stejskal, Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry – at the beginning of August. Although Mrs. Helen Savini planned to retire with Dr. Ernie Sherretta in May, she since agreed to stay on as Religious Education Secretary in this time of transition. Looking ahead, I’d ask you to mark your calendars for the weekend of October 11-12, as we plan to celebrate our patron, St. Thomas of Villanova, at all the parish Masses. There will be an opportunity for fellowship following the liturgies. His actual feast day is Friday, October 10

th, which will be commemorated at the 12:05pm

Mass in the Rosemont Chapel. In addition, in the year ahead, we’ll be hearing and talking a lot about the World Meeting of Families, to be held in Philadelphia from September 22

nd through the 27th, 2015. The hope is that Pope

Francis will be able to join us. Please continue to check the bulletin and website, as more information becomes available. As soon as they’re ready, prayer cards for the event will be placed inside the front cover of the hymnals. We’re encouraged to use the prayer, as we prepare to welcome the world to Philadelphia. Having held our Joint Councils and Staff Meeting this past Monday, I can assure you that we’re looking forward to ministering with you, as we continue to work together to make St. Thomas of Villanova a vibrant and hospitable faith community. Each individual Council – Pastoral, Finance, and Stewardship – will hold its first regular meeting in October. Please remember that there is a suggestion box, staffed by Pastoral Council, on the front page of the parish website. Your ideas and thoughts are always welcome. God Bless! Fr. Joe

Stewardship Thought for the Week “So the last will be first and the first last.” Matthew 20:16 You’ve heard the saying “it’s not where you start but how you finish.” This certainly applies to this Bible passage. We have a responsibility not only for our own lives, but for the lives of others as well. We are called to generously share our gifts with others, not hoard them for our own use. Through our gratitude and generosity we help each other get to heaven!

Thank you for your generosity for the weekend of September 13 and 14, 2014: Number of Envelopes 302 Envelope Amount $15,241.00 Loose Cash: $1,398.55 Electronic Offerings: $1,392.88 Other $260.00 Total $18,092.43 10% Tithe $1,809.24 Income for September 15, 2013 $19,962.16

St. Thomas of Villanova is an Augustinian Roman Catholic Community. As the Body of Christ, we share our time, talent and treasure to fulfill our Baptismal commitment. Following the example of St. Thomas

of Villanova, our patron, we take as our challenge the mission of Jesus and strive to love and experience God through worship, social justice, education and evangelization.

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Mon., Sept. 22nd Weekday; Blessed Josephine of the

Purification 12:05PM-RMCH Tues., Sept. 23rd Saint Pius of Pietrelcina 12:05PM-RMCH Bruce Buchan Wed., Sept. 24th Weekday 12:05PM-RMCH Thurs., Sept. 25th Weekday 12:05PM-RMCH Peace in the Middle East Fri., Sept. 26th Weekday; Saints Cosmos & Damian 12:05PM-RMCH For the Parishioners of St. Thomas Sat., Sept. 27th Saint Vincent de Paul 9:00AM-RMCH Dr. Henry J. Faragalli 5:00PM-RMCH In Thanksgiving to St. John Paul II for Favors Received Sun., Sept. 28th Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary

Time 7:30AM-VNCH Helen & Victor Groh 9:00AM-RMCH Patricia Olexy - Merion Mercy Crew 10:30AM-VNCH Michael Seeds

RCIA OPEN HOUSE

INQUIRY SESSON

Sunday October 5th 11:45am to 1:00pm

Are you interested in becoming a Christian in the Catholic tradition? Are you curious about the Catholic Faith, but not sure you want to make a commitment? Please join us for a Question Session where we will explore the journey of faith within the parish community.

For more information call Deacon Donald DiCarlo at 610-525-4801, or go to:

deacon@stvparish.org

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Since the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision, legalizing abortion on demand has killed more than 50 million unborn children over the past four decades — the equivalent of roughly one in six living Americans, an entire generation extinguished. But alongside the killing spree, and despite the contempt of abortion activists and unfriendly media, the prolife counter witness of millions of Americans has also continued. One of the prolife counter witnesses, 40 Days for Life, is the largest internationally coordinated pro-life mobilization in history, helping people in local communities end the injustice of abortion. It has three components: peaceful and prayerful vigil at abortion clinics, daily prayer and fasting and community outreach. I encourage your support of the 40 Days for Life Campaign on September 24—November 2, 2014. Your participation is an opportunity to prove the strength of our convictions; to show to the world what we really believe and about the sanctity of human life. For information about 40 Days for Live, please visit their website http://40daysforlife.com. For the local campaigns in the Archdiocese, please visit www.40daysforlife.com/chestercounty; http://vigilcalendar.com/norristown/main/help or http://40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/philadelphia/ May the Lord give you peace and every blessing. Sincerely yours in Christ. Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Archbishop of Philadelphia

STV PARISH NOTICE:

There will only be a 7:00pm Mass on Sunday, September 28th,

in the Villanova Church. There are no 5:30pm and 9:00pm Masses on this Sunday.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS

In honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, we’re happy to announce that, once again this year, we will be celebrating the blessing of animals on Sunday, October 5th at 1:30pm and on Monday, October 6th at 9:00am, with our Pre-School children. Both times will be in the courtyard between the Rosemont Chapel and the Parish Offices. You are invited to join in either blessing, as we give thanks to God for the love and companionship of our pets. All creatures great and small are welcome, but please remember that dogs should be on leashes; cats and other pets should be in suitable containers. After the communal blessing, the friars will administer individual blessings for those who would like – for themselves and their animals. Wonderful are all God’s works!

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Schedule of Events for the week of: September 21, 2014 Recitation of the Rosary after the daily Liturgy.

Monday, September 22, 2014 Preschool Parents Visit Art Class - PC-1 11:00AM Food Addicts in Recovery - Café 7:00PM ESL Information Night PC1 7:00PM Tuesday, September 23, 2014 Preschool Parents Visit Step Parent Course - PC1 9:15AM-11:00PM Staff Meeting 1:00PM Genesis Bells - Aud 7:00PM Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Toddler Two’s Open House - Preschool Exercise - Aud 10:00AM Honickman Ministry 10:15AM Religious Education Classes 4:45PM Thursday, September 25, 2014 Golden Living Mass 2:00PM Safe Environment Training - Aud 1:00PM Bereavement Evening - PC1 7:00PM Friday, September 26, 2014 Saturday, September 27, 2014 Villanova Day of Service Sunday, September 28, 2014 Baptism-RMCH 9:00AM Religious Education Class 10:10AM Rosemont Village Eucharistic Prayer Service 10:30AM Baptism-VNCH 12:00PM

We extend a warm welcome to the newest members of our parish: Nathan & Maureen Niles & Family of Bryn Mawr Patrick & Jessica Ohlin & Family of Wayne Charles & Sharon Shaver & Family of Villanova Congratulations to the newly Baptized member of our parish: Juliette Elizabeth, daughter of Michael & Eileen Salimbene Resting in Peace: Mr. Robert O. Lewers, Sr. - Father of Joanne Lewers Mrs. Patricia Ann McGhee Remember those in need of our prayers, especially: Julia Barlow, Peggy Caulfield, Mary Ann Dadourian, Bob Ellison, Jack Geraghty, Patricia Ann Harley, Bridget Kelly, Joseph Maiorana, Garrett P. McAleer (baby), Madeleine O’Callaghan, Rita O’Connor, Julia Boland Paparella, Alice Rogers, and Annie Sears.

Please pray for our soldiers assigned in Afghanistan and in other parts of the world. Please also pray for the

soldiers who are returning from their assignments, especially the wounded soldiers.

New Altar Servers

We invite young people in grades 6 and over, to consider the ministry of Altar Server. This ministry assists the people of St. Thomas of Villanova as we gather to celebrate Liturgy. Training sessions are scheduled at the Rosemont Chapel on Thursday, October 9th from 4:00-5:00pm and Tuesday, October 14th from 4:00-5:00pm. You may attend either session. Please contact Alice Obarski in the Parish Office at 610-525-4801, ext. 203, or email liturgy@stvparish.org, if you plan to attend or if you have any questions. We are grateful to those who already serve in this ministry and invite more of our youth to consider this opportunity to share your time and talent with the community of St. Thomas of Villanova. Thank you.

Bible Study at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish will begin on Tuesday morning, October 7th,

At 10:00AM with the Study of the Gospel of Mark.

Our Tuesday night Bible Study will resume on

October 14 at 7:00pm in the parish center.

If you are interested in attending our Bible Study sessions, please RSVP to Kathy at 610-525-4801 or email office@stvparish.org. We look forward

to seeing you at our Bible Study classes.

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK: Monday: Prv 3:27-34; Lk 8:16-18 Tuesday: Prv 21:1-6, 10-13; Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday: Prv 30:5-9; Lk 8:19-21 Thursday: Eccl 1:2-11; Lk 9:7-9 Friday: Eccl 3:1-11; Lk 9:18-22 Saturday: Eccl 11:9—12:8; Lk 9:43b-45 Sunday: Ex 18:25-28; Phil 2:1-11 or 2:1-5; Mt 21:28-32

“Masses in Interpreted American Sign Language”

We have an American Sign Language Interpreter at the 9:00am Mass in the

Rosemont Chapel on the Second and Fourth Sunday of each month. The interpreter will be

here on September 28, 2014.

“Theology on Tap is Back –

For Young Adults 21 and Over”

Theology on Tap, a lecture series geared towards Young Adults, will have its next meeting on Monday evening, September 22nd from 8:00 to 9:30PM. This will be held at the Bryn Mawr Beef and Ale, 610 W. Lancaster Ave in Bryn Mawr (on Lancaster Avenue across from the Acme). Food will be provided with drink specials available from a cash bar. This is the second in the series of talks this Fall exploring the experience of Theology and Faith lived out today. Our speaker this week is Fr. Peter Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D, President of Villanova University. He will explore his experience of the intersection of “Spirituality and the Arts”. Please join us for fellowship and conversation! Villanova University, Our Mother of Good Counsel Parish, and our own St. Thomas of Villanova Parish are sponsoring this event.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18th

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

On Saturday, October 18th during the 5:00pm liturgy in the Rosemont Chapel we will have an Anointing of the Sick. The ANOINTING OF THE SICK “is not a sacrament for those only who are at the point of death. Hence, as soon as any one of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for that person to receive this sacrament has certainly already arrived” (Constitution on the Liturgy, #73). This is an important sacramental celebration for the whole parish community. It is our opportunity to actively support the members of this parish family who are in need of the Church’s Ministry. If you know anyone who might benefit from this sacrament, please bring him/her. Any questions, call Anne Murphy at 610-525-4801 or email service@stvparish.org.

SPECIAL COLLECTION

THIS WEEKEND

At the request of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, there is a special collection this weekend — September 20 and 21. This is a voluntary collection for the aid of persecuted Christians and other innocent victims in the Middle Eastern areas of Iraq, Syria, and Gaza. Please note on the check that this is a Special Collection for the Middle East. Funds will be forwarded to Catholic Relief Services and other Catholic agencies working in partnership with the local Church in the affected Middle Eastern areas to meet the most urgent humanitarian needs facing the people. Special envelopes will be available in the Villanova Church and Rosemont Chapel this weekend. Thank you for your generosity.

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CHRISTIAN SERVICE PRAYERLINE The parish prayerline is waiting for your prayer request. This week call Mary Ann Barrow at 610-525-4164 or email mabstv@verizon.net to activate the parish prayerline. Two parish teams are available for your special intentions. If you would like to hear more about this Prayer Ministry, contact Mary Ann. You can pray for the intentions of our parishioners and their family and friends — at any time — from anywhere. PROJECT HOPE This is a transportation ministry for our Parish. If you need a ride to your medical appointments or to food shop this week, please call Mary Ann Deviney at 610-331-2959. Please give at least 3 days notice. DINNERS TO THE DOORSTEP This ministry is for parish families who are in crisis or for parish couples welcoming a new baby. Home-made dinners are delivered. Two parish coordinators keep a list of volunteers who are called as needed. If you are in need of this delicious community support, please call Maria Gunn at 610-291-7205. We are in need of COOKS willing to prepare a dinner and deliver it to the home of a parishioner. (3 hours for each meal — an hour to shop, an hour to cook, and an hour to deliver) You will be on one of two teams and will be called about 6 times in the next year. Contact Maria Gunn for more information at 610-291-7205 or maria.jim@comcast.net. ST. FRANCIS INN We are forming a parish work group to serve the midday meal at the St. Francis Inn in Kensington on Sunday, October 19th. The Inn tries to meet the immediate daily needs of the poor and homeless people they serve with food, clothing and hospitality. This ministry is open to anyone 16 years or older. For more information and to sign up, contact our parish coordinator, Sheila Holst at 610-659-5828 or hagan1126@verizon.net.

A Great Big Thank You to Ruth Reeder who has served as the Coordinator

for the St. Francis Inn Ministry for the past 10 years.

Thank you to the parishioners who cooked meatloaf and sides, made

sandwiches and salads for the Life Center in 69th Street on September 6th. Your delicious gifts served 150 people.

Opportunity to Serve

Assistants are needed to serve several times a year at the Exposition

of the Blessed Sacrament on First Fridays

following the 12:05 Mass at the Rosemont Chapel.

The responsibilities are not difficult and the service

is an opportunity to be a part of the gift of Eucharistic Adoration for St. Thomas of Villanova Parish. For more information, contact Ann Rafferty at 610-687-2764 or raffertyannh@gmail.com.

Anyone who has lost a loved one,

whether buried from St. Thomas of Villanova or not, is invited to join

Fr. Joe for a

Bereavement Evening of Prayer Thursday evening, September 25th

7:00pm in the Rosemont Parish Center

Everyone is welcome. Any questions, call Denise DiCarlo at

610-525-4801 or email p.care@stvparish.org

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR

ADVENT GIVING TREE Advent Angel sellers are need for “Selling” Angels earmarked for gifts of clothing or gift cards for five faith communities in Philadelphia. You are needed for 1/2 hour after the Mass you attend during the Advent season. Please contact Parish Coordinator, Joan Mauriello at camdo@comcast.net.

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YOU ARE INVITED TO A

ST. THOMAS OF VILLANOVA

BROWN BAG LUNCH

Monday, September 29th

12:45pm in the Rosemont Auditorium

TOPIC: PLAN YOUR OWN FUNERAL

Presenters:

Alice Obarski, Director of Liturgy

John McConaghy — McConaghy Funeral Home

Ted Powers — Stretch Funeral Home

This workshop will answer all of your questions about the Mass of Christian Burial, cremation and burial. Liturgy Planners will be available for you to complete for distribution to your children or extended family or to your lawyer.

Drinks and desserts are

provided. Please join us.

Children’s Word of God at

9:00AM Sunday Mass

Could you give twenty minutes on a Sunday morning during 9:00AM Mass to lead young children ages three to five or ages five to seven in their scripture lesson? We are seeking volunteers to assist with the Word of God Program on Sundays at the 9:00AM Mass in the Rosemont Chapel. This is a great way to get active in stewardship. Please consider this opportunity to serve. Contact Alice Obarski at the Parish Office, 610, 525-4801, Ext 203 or email liturgy@stvparish.org with any questions. Thank you!

CYO 2014 Basketball

Programs

CYO Fall Sports signups for boys and girls in grades 4 through 8 is now open and will be handled online at www.wagdogs.com. Use the OMGC Parish for STV and OMGC student athletes. CYO Basketball practice begins in November. You must sign up by October 25, 2014 to be placed on a team. We have a vibrant Boys Program and would like to have Girls Program as well. In the past, we were able to merge Girls teams. All Parishioners MUST sign up at www.wagdogs.com under the OMGC Parish link. You may not play for any other team and we cannot merge with any other team without being released from OMGC/STV parish.

If you have any CYO questions, please contact Beverly Owsik 610-527-3202 or

mbmmbj6@gmail.com.

Brown Bag Lunch

Speakers Needed!!

Brown Bag Lunch Speakers are needed for the upcoming year. We are looking for individuals to speak on various subjects. Please let us know your….. * Area of Expertise * Experience as a Veteran * A topic of Interest for Parish Seniors

Suggestions are welcome.

Please contact Parish Coordinators, Anne Iacobucci at miacob109@gmail.com or

Helen Gruber at 610-382-6382.

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PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR

STV WOMEN’S SPEAKER SERIES

Wednesday, October 8th at 7:00pm

in the Rosemont Auditorium

Topic: Then and Now: The Role of Nuns in the Catholic Church Award-winning author, Margaret M. McGuiness, PhD, will talk about her new much-acclaimed book, Called to Serve: A History of Nuns in the United States. Dr. McGuinness - Professor of Religion and Vice President of Mission at LaSalle University - will share the extraordinary stories of women who helped shape American Catholicism, and discuss the evolving role of women in the 21st Century Church. One book reviewer had this to say about Called to Serve. “For generations of American Catholics, the face of their church was, quite literally, a woman’s face. McGuinness recovers the compelling story of these sisters and puts them back at the center of American Catholic history.“ Please join us for a fascinating evening. There will be wine and cheese and a chance to socialize. Bring a friend. Please RSVP to Kathy at 610-525-4801 or office@stvparish.org.

MAIN LINE SINGLES DINNER CLUB (AGES 52-64) CATHOLIC men and women are cordially invited to join "The Main Line Singles Dinner Club" to share common interests & dine together 2 to 3 times a month. Our next scheduled event is: (Sun) Sept 28, 2014, 6:45 P.M. a restaurant event @ "Asiana Garden" located @ 232 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne, PA 19087. Ask about our once a month Fri. night Bowling/Lite Bite. More info call Barb (610) 896-6542. Catholic men are encouraged to participate.

PROCEDURE FOR INVESTIGATING A

CHURCH DECLARATION OF NULLITY

1) PRELIMINARY STEPS Contact the Tribunal directly or talk with your parish priest about your marriage situation to see whether you need an annulment. Before a case is initiated at the Tribunal, you must have already obtained a civil divorce. If you are already divorced and wish to begin annulment proceedings, call the Tribunal at (215) 587-3750. You will be sent a questionnaire to fill out. Complete this questionnaire, which will ask for the basic facts and a brief explanation of the events of your marriage, and return it to the Tribunal. You will then be scheduled for an initial hearing held in the Tribunal office. During this interview, you will be asked about your family background, the courtship, the marriage itself and its termination.

2) THE TRIBUNAL PROCESS The other party, your ex-husband or ex-wife, is sent a letter by the Tribunal asking his/her participation and testimony. If he/she refuses, the case continues on its own merit without his/her cooperation. Four witness questionnaires are given to you for family, friends, or anyone else who can verify your basic testimony or add additional information about your marriage. These forms are notarized by a priest or civil notary and returned by mail to the Tribunal by the individual witnesses. The length of the whole procedure is about nine to twelve months and the present cost is $800.00. In cases of true need, verified by your parish priest, requests for reductions in these court costs can be made to the Tribunal. In some cases, as part of the final decision in the case, the person receiving the annulment and the person he/she would like to marry in the Catholic Church are asked to meet with a counselor to evaluate their readiness for remarriage in the Catholic Church. 3) THE ROLE OF THE TRIBUNAL The Tribunal process does not put you in the role of placing blame on the other party. The Decree of Nullity has no effect on the legitimacy of children or other matters such as custody or property settlements which are decided by civil law. An affirmative decision allows the parties to marry in the Catholic Church and to receive the Eucharist.

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Walking with Purpose Enabling Women to Know God

Attention All Women of St. Thomas! Do you feel God calling you to know him better but are not sure how? Do you feel yourself knowing there is more for you spiritually but are not sure what it is? Then WWP may be just what you are looking for. WALKING WITH PURPOSE is a weekly Bible study that aims to bring women to a deeper, personal relationship with Jesus Christ by offering personal study and small group discussion that link our everyday challenges and struggles with the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. Beginning October 2, 2014, we will be meeting at St. Thomas of Villanova, Rosemont Auditorium on Thursday mornings from 9:15 – 11:15am or Thursday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm. Come and see what God has in store for you! Free Childcare is available for the morning session. We would love to see you. For more information go to Walking with Purpose.com or email or call : Maria O’Malley, Chapter Coordinator Mariaomalley@comcast.net 215-740-6742

All are Welcome!

Saint Thomas of Villanova Parishioners are

invited to join

Villanova University’s Day of Service

(Adults, High School Teens, Middle School teens with a parent)

Saturday, September 27th Saint Thomas of Villanova was known for his great charity to the poor and marginalized. This day of service honors Saint Thomas of Villanova, the 16

th

century Augustinian bishop of Valencia, Spain. Patron of the Parish and University.

Your Commitment (choose one)

Cook Breakfast for families of the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. We will leave by van at 7:30am from the Pavilion and return by 11:30am. Contact Anne Murphy at service@stvparish.org.

Work with fellow parishioners to clean up the Rosemont Parish Campus. Join together at the 9:00am Mass at the Rosemont Chapel and work onsite through the early afternoon. Please contact Dean Miller at dmiller@novitascapital.com.

MERION MERCY ACADEMY You are welcomed to join us at Merion Mercy

Academy’s Open House to be held on Sunday, October 5th from 1:00 to 4:00pm. The Scholarship

and Entrance Exam will be given on Saturday, October 25th, from 9:00am to 12:30pm. The Application/Test Registration is required by

October 22nd and can be completed online at www.merion-mercy.com.

39TH ANNUAL IMMACULATA UNIVERSITY

GOLF INVITATIONAL AND AUCTION

Event Presented by M&T Bank

The 39th Annual Immaculata University Golf Invitational and Auction, presented by M&T Bank, will be held Tuesday, September 30, at RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve in Phoenixville, PA. The golf course features a superbly conditioned links-style layout combined with a variety of undulating putting surfaces that challenge players at every tee. The day begins at 10:00am with check-in, followed by driving range practice time, lunch, and shotgun start at 12:00 p.m. After a day on the course, golfers will enjoy a cocktail reception and dinner. Golfers can also participate in a silent auction during the evening. All proceeds from the Immaculata Invitational benefit the Immaculata Scholarship Fund.

For more information, call 610-854-2433.

MALVERN RETREAT HOUSE

Day of Reflection for Recent Widows & Widowers September 25, 2014

Those who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one are invited to a Day of Reflection at Malvern Retreat House with hope and healing as we continue our journey in life. Includes inspiring talks, prayer time, Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Private Adoration, Confession, and quiet time. Led by Deacon David Schaffer from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Also includes continental breakfast and sit-down lunch. To register for this retreat, please call 610-644-0400 or visit www.MalvernRetreat.com.

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WELCOME VISITORS Thank you for worshiping with us today. If you are visiting our beautiful church or chapel, please know you are most welcome! If you have questions or are interested in joining our parish community, please call the parish office at 610-525-4801.

St. Thomas of Villanova Parish — MOM’S GROUP FALL EVENTS

October

Friday - October 17th - Family Movie & Pizza Night at 6:00pm in the Rosemont Auditorium

Tuesday - October 21st - Pumpkin Decorating at Clem Macrone Park at 4:30pm Raindate: October 23rd

November

Tuesday - November 11th - Mom’s Meeting - 7:30pm in Cafeteria (enter Rosemont Auditorium) Saturday - November 15th - Family Casserole Making For St. John’s Hospice - 10-11am Rosemont Auditorium Friday - November 21st - Family Movie and Pizza Night at 6:00pm in the Rosemont Auditorium

December

Tuesday - December 9th - Gingerbread Decorating — from 4:30-5:30pm in the Rosemont Auditorium

Saturday - December 20th - Breakfast with Santa - 10:00am in the Rosemont Auditorium

Any Moms or Dads interested joining the group

should contact us: Email: stvmoms@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/

stvmoms/

Calling All

St. Thomas of Villanova

Empty Nesters, Widows and Widowers,

Singles and Couples and friends of yours!!

Please join us for an Autumn “Dine-Out”

Monday, September 29th at 6:00PM

at Yang Ming

1051 Conestoga Road Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Enjoy a three course Chinese Banquet

(Variety of Entrees served Family Style) $33.00 which includes the gratuity

plus a Cash Bar Please join us for this evening meal

and an opportunity to meet other parishioners and friends.

RSVP a MUST by September 25th,

contact Kathy at office@stvparish.org or call 610-525-4801.

Hosted by the STV Day Trippers!

URGENT! Substitute Ding-A-Ling Needed!

Desperately seeking sub! Do you read music? If so, the bell choir needs you! No handbell experience

required; we can teach you. And no long-term commitment; we just need help getting through the holiday season. Please call Joyce Klinck, director

at 610-405-9444, for more information.