Saturday, September 30, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Event: 2023 Eucharistic Congress “The Gift of Finest Wheat: This is My Body Given Up for You Although the in-person event is sold out, you can participate virtually in the Archdiocesan Eucharistic Congress by registering below to access the livestream. The day begins with Holy Mass at 9:00 AM celebrated by Archbishop Pérez and concludes with Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament at 4:00 PM. Livestreamed talks by compelling speakers include Most Rev. Michael Burbidge; Mrs. Antonia Acutis (Mother of Blessed Carlo Acutis); Dr. Edward Sri; Sr. Jane Dominic Laurel, OP; Rev. G. Dennis Gill. Full details about the Eucharistic Congress are available at phillyeucharisticrevival.org/congress; Location: Livestream to your preferred device More info: Cost for virtual participation is $20 per household. Please note: only the events/talks for for the Adult English Track will be live-streamed. Click here to register for VIRTUAL participation: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=U7s42v Questions? Email [email protected]

September 10, 11 & 12 - Fr. David A. Cregan, O.S.A., Guest Homilist - Sunday 12:00 PM Mass Opening Liturgy (Fr. Cregan) Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament throughout the day 6:00 PM Mass (Fr. Cregan) - Monday 8:00 AM Mass Exposition following Mass throughout the day 12:00 PM Midday Prayer 7:00 PM Praise & Worship-Benediction (Fr. Cregan) - Tuesday 8:00 AM Morning Prayer-Exposition to follow 12:00 PM Midday Prayer 7:00 PM Closing Liturgy with Eucharistic Procession and Benediction (Fr. Cregan) A visual presentation of Eucharistic Miracles as documented by Blessed Carlo Acutis will be on display in the Parish Ministry Center Hall throughout the Forty Hours. Click here to see flyer

Volunteers are needed for Decision Point! The Decision Point program seeks to help the youth of our parish understand and live their faith as they prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation (7th Grade P.R.E.P. and STC school students). If you are someone who enjoys sharing your faith and helping children grow and live as Catholics in the world today, we are looking for you! No planning is required, all lessons are lead and provided by the Decision Point Coordinator, all you need to do is to be willing to share your faith and experiences. Help is needed on either Sunday (9:00 AM- 10:15 AM) or Monday (6:30 PM - 7:45 PM), we meet roughly every other week in the Parish Ministry Center Hall from September to April. Those interested should contact Zachary Warren at [email protected]

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Going back to High School and in need of a part-time afterschool job? Child Care is looking for High School and Local College students that are 18 years of age and can work for 2 to 3 hours in the afternoons, Monday through Friday. This may transition to a full-time summer job if desired. Please contact Tara Melville in the Child Care office if you are interested (610) 287-2500 Ext. 3 or email [email protected].

The 2024 Mass intention book will open Tuesday, August 15th. There is a limit of 5 Masses per person.

Are you thinking about becoming Catholic or ever wondered what I must do to become Catholic as an adult? Perhaps you were never baptized or you were baptized in another Christian faith. Have your received all of your Catholic Sacraments of Baptism, Penance, Eucharist and Confirmation? Many have learned our faith as children, but we never learned how to apply what we’ve learned into our adult life. Our R.C.I.A. team can help, we’re here for you! It’s never too late to ‘catch up’ and receive sacraments, or just learn more about your faith. Night of Inquiry: Anyone interested in becoming Catholic or needing to complete the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation) are encouraged to attend an informational Night of Inquiry on Thursday, September 21st at 7:00 PM in the Parish Ministry Center. For additional information/registration, please contact Deacon Lou Hoelzle at [email protected] or (215) 882-4136 or contact Shawn Marie Brown, Director of Parish Services at [email protected] or (610) 287-2525 ext. 100. R.C.I.A. Classes: Our classes meet on Sunday mornings in the Parish Ministry Center from 10:30 AM -11:45 PM beginning September 24th. There are no fees for this journey of faith class. Registration for classes is required and being accepted now. Come join our journey of faith with our leaders Deacons Lou, Jim, and Pete, Gail Jude, Mary Thayer, Scott & Kathy Morgan. All are welcome!

Join Catholic women from the greater Philadelphia area for a day of fun, friendship, faith formation and prayer at the Catholic Women’s Conference. The 2023 theme is “Created for Love: Daughter - Sister - Friend - Bride - Mother.” Keynote Speakers are Sr. Mary Madeline Todd, OP and Sarah Swafford. Date: Saturday, October 28th Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (doors open at 7:30 AM) Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA Individual Admission: $60 Group Admission (5 or more): $50 per person For more information see the website at www.catholicwomensconference.org. If you would like to join STC WINGS for the conference Group Admission, please contact Kathy Morgan at [email protected] by Friday, July 14th.

As summer approaches, there will be no meetings at STC. Meetings will resume in September. We will continue Bingo on the Third Tuesday of each month from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM at Arcadia's Independent Living. Enjoy your Summer

PAR-ReCycle Works... E-Cycle Event scheduled for Sunday, May 7th in our lower parking lot from 8:15 AM – 12:15 PM. Recycling electronics, restoring lives; PAR–ReCycle Works is a social enterprise providing transitional employment for formerly incarcerated people seeking to re-enter society as productive citizens. Their work of recycling electronics provides a duel benefit of addressing an environmental problem while serving as the vehicle for individuals to build job skills, reconnect with family and contribute to society. Your contribution of waste electronics helps the effort of rebuilding lives and families in our community. Bring your used electronics! Desktop computer systems, laptop, notebook computers, iPads, other tablets, cell phones, phones, phone systems, iPods, MP3 players, DVD players, VCRs, printers, flat screen monitors, computer peripherals including keyboards, mice, cords, power supplies, AC adaptors & wiring and all software. The following items include a cost to ensure they are properly recycled: Older CRT Monitors and TV's - $35 -$75/each (size varies), Flat screen TV's-$20/each, computer monitors (flat screen LCD's) are $5 each, air conditioners, dehumidifiers & air purifiers - $20, microwaves -$10. No batteries. For more information about this event, contact Sam Whitehouse at [email protected] or (610) 420-7202.

The Pastor's Cup page is live and reading to take registrations for golfers and sponsors.

The children will embark on the coolest adventure of the summer. Stellar, Totally Catholic VBS is filled with incredible Bible learning experiences. Children will experience their faith in real life through Bible adventures, tasty treats, teambuilding games and cool Bible songs.

To sign-up for altar flowers, please email Maureen at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at (610) 287-2525.

The perpetual Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal and the Rosary for the unborn will be said on Mondays after the 8:00 AM Mass. All are welcome.