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Reverend James Rodia, O. Praem.
Website: www.stpiocatholicschool.org
ST. RICHARD PARISH PHILADELPHIA, PA
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
SUNDAY May 29th
8:00 Mildred Capozzolli requested by
children and grandchildren
10:00 HOLY SPIRIT Edward & Elisa Pascale
requested by daughter
11:30 Anna & Sam Petriganni requested by
Bob & Lorraine Terruso
MONDAY May 30th
9:00 Joseph Campagna requested by Barattini family
TUESDAY May 31st
8:00 Dec’d members of Benckert family
requested by Benckert family
WEDNESDAY June 1st
8:00 Maria, Luigi and Concetta requested by children
THURSDAY June 2nd
8:00 Sister St Bazil Bequest of Gerald J. Ziccardi
FRIDAY June 3rd
8:00 Edith Mastrovito requested by
children & grandchildren
SATURDAY June 4th
8:00 Michael Mancini requested by
Tony Mancini and family
4:30pm Joseph Pasquarella requested by Marie Pasquarella
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Our SANCTUARY CANDLE will be burning this week
In Memory of Biagio Altomare requested by
Zuccarini family
VOTIVE CANDLES
IMO Fred DeBerardimis requested by Rose Lioy
IMO Fred DeBerardimis requested by Millie Mancini
IT for prayers and special intentions answered
IMO Philip Camilari requested by Charles & Joy Camilari
ILM Birthday of Donna Whitcraft requested by Maria
FROM MY HOUSE
TO YOURS
Dear Parishioners,
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! As we gather with family and friends for Bar-B-Ques’ and pool parties, let us not
forget the men and women who gave us this freedom to do so.
Saying a little prayer for these courageous soldiers would truly
be a nice way to begin your holiday weekend.
Dear Heavenly Father,
As we remember those who have made the ultimate
sacrifice for our freedom, we think of how they have
followed in the footsteps of your son, our Savior,
Jesus Christ. May those courageous soldiers who
have fallen fighting for our freedom enjoy eternal
happiness and peace with you in your heavenly king-
dom. We ask you to please hold our service men and
women in your strong arms. Cover them with your
sheltering grace and presence as they stand in the
gap for our protection.
We also remember the families of our troops, and
ask for your unique blessings to fill their homes and
your peace, provision and strength to fill their lives.
May the members of our armed forces be filled with
courage to face each day and may they trust in the
Lord's mighty power to accomplish each task. Let
our military brothers and sisters feel our love and
support.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
May God’s grace shine on you, your families and our
country this weekend!
God Love Ya!
Fr. Reilly
FATHER’S DAY REMEBRANCE ENVELOPES
The weekend masses of June 18th & 19th, 2016
will be offered for all Father’s Living and
Deceased. If you would like to have your father re-
membered in a special way this weekend, please use
the special Father’s Day Remembrance Envelopes
and place them in the collection by the weekend of
June 11th & 12th. Those envelopes will then be
placed on that altar and those Father’s will be
remembered in a very special way at each Mass.
Please note: Monday, May 30th is Memorial Day!
The morning Mass is at 9:00AM
Body and Blood of Christ May 29, 2016
Taking Your Family to Mass
and Liking It By Steve and Sue Givens
Besides the importance (and obligation) of Mass and the
sanctity of Sunday, one of your key responsibilities as a
Catholic parent is to educate and form your children in the
Church. Children learn first by example, and God wants to
help your children come to know and love him through you.
Teaching your children about the gifts of salvation and life
everlasting offers them hope and strength to persevere in
spite of life’s challenges.
While it’s difficult to make a nine-month-old understand
your expectations about their behavior, you can ensure your
own. Commit to weekly attendance, to keeping your cool,
and to prayerful participation. Prepare for Mass by looking
inward. Ask God to give you strength, a joyful disposition,
and the ability to cope with disruptions and fussy children.
Patience is not only a virtue; it’s a skill that takes conscious
effort.
Toddlers and preschoolers Mass is a time to learn about our faith, respect, and listen-
ing. They can begin to understand that something special is
happening.
Teach them to appreciate silence and stillness. Outside of
church, practice being quiet and still. Say, “This is how we
are in church.”
Arrive early and point out the objects, items, and decora-
tions. Explain their purpose and symbolism.
Sit where they can see what’s going on.
Have them emulate worship by genuflecting, standing, sit-
ting, and kneeling. As they become older, you can teach
them the reasons behind the things they do in church.
Bring religious books and soft toys to keep them content.
(Cars, balls, and keys roll, bounce, and make noise.)
Emphasize the importance of your participation. Say, “I
have to pray right now” or, “Father is talking.”
Introduce them to their faith and Church through art, music,
and common prayers. Purchase books and recordings and
use them outside of Mass.
These items are just as important in the “cry room,” which
is not a play area. Children old enough to sit, stand, kneel,
and pay attention should do so just as if they were in the
main church.
Grades 1–5
As children near their first Communion, Mass attendance
needs to move beyond good behavior to active participa-
tion. They need to know what the Mass is and why it’s im-
portant.
Remind them that Mass is a weekly obligation. (They can
remind you.)
Help them follow along in the missalette. Teach them the
“flow” of Mass. For younger ones, try purchasing an illus-
trated book about Mass.
Quiz them after Mass to see what they remember. Make it
fun—not a punishment—and praise them for good behavior
and responses.
Read the readings together before Mass, or discuss them
and the homily afterward.
Get them involved through participation in a children’s
liturgy, children’s choir, and altar servers.
Grades 6–8 Adolescents develop opinions and identities. If they see
Mass is important to you, they will at least be curious.
Help them prepare for Mass by previewing the readings,
doing an examination of conscience, going to reconcilia-
tion, and fasting.
Continue the quizzes to reinforce the messages and themes.
Let older siblings come up with questions for young ones.
Discuss ideas of how to apply the readings to daily life. En-
courage them to give examples of how Christian values are
(and are not) present around them. †
A Word From
Pope Francis
We can meet [Jesus] in our
time when we listen to his
word and when we are
uniquely close to him in the
Eucharist....May Holy Mass
never slip into a superficial
routine for us! May we draw
increasingly from its depths! It is Mass itself which inte-
grates us into Christ’s immense work of salvation, which
hones our spiritual vision so that we can perceive his
love: his “prophecy in action.” With this he initiated in
the Upper Room the gift of himself on the Cross, his de-
finitive victory over sin and death, which we proudly and
joyfully proclaim.
Newly Enrolled in the
St. Richard Memorial Society
Pauline Terranova
Gerald F. Grover, Jr
Body and blood of Christ May 29, 2016
Children's Liturgy of the Word Attention all children: During the Liturgy of
the Word (First Reading through the General
Intercessions), we invite children ages 3-9 to
hear the Word of God and participate in an
interactive homily. We offer this ministry
during the 4:30 Vigil Mass. Please consider
coming to this Mass and allowing your child
to learn about this part of the Mass at his/her
level.
RCIA Forming the Catholic Faith ! Do you or someone you know want to learn about the
Catholic Faith? Were you Baptized another faith and de-
sire to become Catholic or Catholic and never received
First Communion or Confirmation?
If the answer is YES, then we invite you to become part of
the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) process at
Saint Richard Parish. The journey will allow you to
deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ and learn about
the Roman Catholic Faith. If interested or if you have any
questions as, please call Maryellen at the Rectory.
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 informa-
tion visit www.philamarriageprep.com .
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 appoint-
ment to book the date of your choosing. The next
scheduled classes are:
June 20, 2016
July 18, 2016
• How often do we
share a family meal?
How often do we at-
tend Mass and receive
the Eucharist?
• How do I educate and
evangelize those
around me in the
faith?
Lord, you love me and an-
swer all my needs. Help me
to be less self-focused in life
and more attentive to the
needs of others. —From Hopeful Meditations for Every Day of Easter
Through Pentecost, Rev. Warren J. Savage and Mary Ann
McSweeny
Sunday Readings Genesis 14:18–20
“Being a priest of God Most High, [Melchizedek]
blessed Abram with these words...”
1 Corinthians 11:23–26“Jesus, on the night he was
handed over, took bread, and, after he had given
thanks, broke it and said...”
Luke 9:11b–17“Taking the five loaves and the two
fish…, [Jesus] said the blessing over them, broke
them, and gave them to the disciples…
A Note of Thanks St. Richard’s St. Vincent de Paul Society
wants to share with you the letters of thanks
we have received for the many acts of kindness bestowed on
those who were in need.
*St. Gabriel Church Food Cupboard 3/11/16 Dear Parishioners, Thank you for donating food for the poor and bringing it to St. Gabriel Food Cupboard. We are most grateful. It helps very much. God Bless you. Gratefully, Sr. Arleen McCann, I.H.M. *Church of the Holy Child
1/25/16 On behalf of our Pastor, Rev. Efren V. Esmilla, all the bene-ficiaries of your Christmas donations and I, express our gratitude to all your parish community for their love and generosity to us. Your continued support allows us to reach out to those less fortunate in our parish. Sincerely in Christ, Maria V. Fontanez Director Ministry *St. Mary’s Franciscan Shelter
3/1/16 Dear Friends, I write with great gratitude to you for your generous gift of $75.00 received in February. Your donation will help us to keep our home open to the many families who seek shelter with us each day. Thank you for joining with us in this mission. To you and your loved ones, our prayers, gratitude and blessings, Sister Bernadette Dougherty SSJ *The Greater Philadelphia Diaper Bank
As always– Thank you so much! It is such a help. Most truly, Pat
Memorial Day
Monday, May 30th!
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