Lent 2018
"A man who governs his passions is master of his world. We must either command them or be enslaved by them. It is better to be a hammer than an anvil."
Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas
Welcome to the Dominican Friars of the Province of Saint Joseph!
The Dominican Friars of the Province of Saint Joseph will begin service at Saint Patrick Parish in Philadelphia on July 1st, 2018. The Dominicans, also known as the Order of Preachers, most recently served at Holy Name of Jesus Parish (Philadelphia) for nearly a century, leaving the Archdiocese in 1998. The friars also served on the faculty of La Salle University during that time.
Staffing will initially consist of four friars: two of them will work in the parish as the pastor and parochial vicar, one of them will join the faculty of an Archdiocesan high school and the fourth will assist with various ministries. Read more here.
RISE: 30 Day Challenge for Men
In a recent column, Archbishop Chaput encouraged Catholic men to consider the new RISE initiative. He states: "But this week in a special way I want to leave readers and parishes with an invitation to check out the program RISE: A 30-Day Challenge.RISE is the work of co-authors Chris Stefanick and Bill Donaghy — I greatly admire the work of both men — supported by an impressive production team.And in the program’s own words:...RISE is a journey through 30 days of impactful videos and written content. Each day men experience a short and powerful video meditation, inspirational words and quotations, and [they’re] given a [weekly] challenge based on their state-in-life. Men will also be immersed into powerful shortfilms of other men who personify the theme of each week. The goal is to helpall men, wherever they are on their faith journey, to live life to the full as Sons, Brothers, Spouses, and Fathers. Read more about RISE here: https://www.menriseup.org/
What is the Kerygma?
Every Catholic should know the kerygma and be able to share it with others. So what is it and how do you talk about it? Check out this helpful article by Catholic Answers! Here's a clip: "Kerygma" refers to the initial and essential proclamation of the gospel message...If the kerygma is as vitally important to the New Evangelization as St. John Paul II claimed it to be, and if all of the baptized are bound to share the gospel with others, then why are we not devoting more of our energies toward the formation of the lay faithful in this initial proclamation?
After all, we simply cannot assume that all believers know the kerygma. How many Catholics do you know that would be able to comfortably articulate the essential elements of the gospel and lead someone to faith? Read the full article here
Office for the New Evangelization
Upcoming Events
The Cross and the Light
March 8, 9 and 10, 2018
Lent
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and St. John Bosco Parish invite you to a powerful Passion Play event called The Cross and the Light (see 2-minute trailer video). TCTL is an international, critically acclaimed musical and multi-sensory video experience of Jesus’ Death, Resurrection and the Coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. Its purpose is to offer the audience an encounter with the living Christ by boldly proclaiming what He has done for us.
Location:
St. John Bosco Parish, Hatboro, PA
St. John Bosco Parish, Hatboro, PA
Performance Schedule:
Thurs, March 8 at 10 am and 7 pm
Fri, March 9 at 10 am and 7 pm
Sat, March 10 at 1 pm and 7 pm
Fri, March 9 at 10 am and 7 pm
Sat, March 10 at 1 pm and 7 pm
Fraternus Training Conference
It’s the mission of every man to mentor boys into manhood.
Come and be equipped to fulfill this mission.
Come and be equipped to fulfill this mission.
Date/Time:
Saturday, April 14, 2018
9:00am – 2:00pm*
(*See flyer for conference add-ons)
Speaker:
Jason Craig, VP of Program, Fraternus
Jason Craig, VP of Program, Fraternus
Location:
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA
More info:
phillyevang.org/fraternus
phillyevang.org/fraternus
Around the Archdiocese...
If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the newsletter, please email all pertinent information to phillyevang@archphila.org for consideration. Please submit event information in the format used below.
February 25-27, 2018 7:00-8:30pm
Event: Queen of the Universe Forty Hours Devotion
Father Otto will be presenting a series of three talks revolving around the central component of the Eucharist in Catholic prayer life, in conjunction with Adoration and Benediction.
Location: Queen of the Universe Church, 2443 Trenton Rd. Levittown, PA
Speakers include: Fr. James Otto
To learn more: Visit the website: http://www.quparish.com/40-hours-devotion/
Event: Queen of the Universe Forty Hours Devotion
Father Otto will be presenting a series of three talks revolving around the central component of the Eucharist in Catholic prayer life, in conjunction with Adoration and Benediction.
Location: Queen of the Universe Church, 2443 Trenton Rd. Levittown, PA
Speakers include: Fr. James Otto
To learn more: Visit the website: http://www.quparish.com/40-hours-devotion/
Monday, February 26, 2018, 7pm
Event: Archbishop's Lecture Series
Speaker: Archbishop Wm. Michael Mulvey
Topic: "Christians and Muslims: Love Creates a Dialogue Between Friends"
Location: St. Charles Seminary, Vianney Auditorium, Wynnewood, PA
More info: View the webpage
Tuesdays in Lent, continuing Feb 27, Mar 6, 13, 20 at 7:00pm
Event: Lenten Series hosted by Ridley-area Catholic Parishes
The evening's program consists of Evening Prayer, Benediction, and a talk on the Ten Commandments
Speakers: Faculty members from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
Location: Various Ridley area parishes (Delaware County)
More info: View the announcement
Tuesdays in Lent, continuing Feb 27, Mar 6, 13, 20, 9:30am-11am
Event: Saints for Life: A study of the Saints of the Catholic Reformation
Each week of Lent we will explore the life of a saint who spearheaded the Church’s rebirth after the turbulence and confusion caused by the Protestant Reformation.
Location: St. Maria Goretti Parish Center (lower level), Hatfield, PA
More info: View the flyer; Please register at angela.mcclellan@stmariagoretti.net or 215-721-0199 (ext.202).
Continuing February 28, Mar 14, 21, 2018 (Wednesdays)
Event: We Thirst: Lessons in Mercy, Christian Reflections on Addiction
You are invited to this educational and inspirational four-week series on the epidemic of addiction within the context of the Christian community. This unique series is designed to not only to educate and to raise awareness, but also to offer hope and support, foster mercy, faith, and love and to encourage transformative action. The program is intended for everyone in the community. Each week examines one aspect of the bio-psycho-social-spiritual model of addiction.
Location: St. Margaret's Church, 208 North Narberth Ave., Narberth, Pa 19072
Speaker: Nina Marie Corona MA CRS
More info: Click here
Date: February 28, March 7, 14 & 21, 2018, 7:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Event: Lenten Series "God's Passion is for You"
Come and see the Divine Romance God has always planned for humanity in Jesus! This Lenten series will introduce you to the transformative teachings of St. John Paul II called "theology of the body." (Confessions to follow each talk)
Locations:
Feb 28, Mar 7, 14: Saints Simon and Jude Parish, Rt. 3 & 352, West Chester
Mar 21: Saints Peter and Paul Parish, 1325 Boot Road, West ChesterSpeaker: Bill Donaghy, Theology of the Body Institute
To learn more, view the flyer; Questions? Please email nora@tobinsitute.org
Thursday, March 1, 2018 - 7-8:30pm
Event: The Tech-Wise Family: Building Family Culture and Virtue while Putting Technology in its Proper Place
Please join us for a lecture and discussion as we consider questions such as:
* Who do we want to be as a Christian Family?
* How does our use of a particular technology move us closer to, or further from, that goal?
* How can we develop true wisdom and courage in a culture of "easy everywhere"?
Location: Regina Angelorum Academy, 105 Argyle Road, Ardmore, PA
Speaker: Mr. Andy Crouch, author of The Tech-Wise Family
Speaker: Mr. Andy Crouch, author of The Tech-Wise Family
To learn more and register: https://raa-tech-wise.eventbrite.com; Free and open to the public
Saturday, March 3, 2018, 7:30 AM- 4:30 PM
Event: Man - Up Spirituality Conference "Christ Crucified - the Power and Wisdom of God
This year, we celebrate the 10th Annual Man Up Spirituality Conference in the Archdiocese. The conference provides an opportunity for men to come together in true Christian brotherhood and to hear inspirational talks from fellow men on the journey of faith. The day, which will include time for Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation, will conclude with Mass.
Location: Mirenda Center at Neumann University, Aston PA
Speakers include: Jim Towey, Don Saleski, Mark Forrest, former Eagle Seth Joyner and Brian Gail
To learn more: Visit the website: http://www.manupphilly.com
Saturday, March 3, 2018, 5:15pm (Confessions begin at 4:15pm)
Event: Mass for the Feast Day of Saint Katharine Drexel
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More information: View the flyer
Monday, March 5 at 7:00pm
Event: Maximilian: Saint of Auschwitz
Experience firsthand the story of this heroic priest, Fr. Maximilian Kolbe, who courageously fought the forces of evil, and offered his life for a family man in the concentration camp of Auschwitz during World War II. The program runs 90 minutes, and is suitable for ages 10 and up.
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown
More information: Visit the webpage; Admission will be a free-will offering.
March 5, 6, and 7, 2018 – 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Event: Lenten Mission – “Time for God in a Busy World”
We all strive to create “time for God in our busy world!” Embrace the moment during the Lenten season. Child Care to be offered to families. Pre-registration required.
Presenters: Fr. John Graden, OSFS and Joanne Kinney
Location: Our Mother of Consolation Church, 17 E. Chestnut Hill Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
More Info: Visit the online flyer. Contact Sr. Christine Konopelski, SSJ, christinessj@omcparish.com!
March 8, 9, 10, 2018
Event: The Cross and the Light - Lent 2018!
A Broadway-caliber Passion Play event, The Cross and the Light (see 2-minute trailer video) is an international, critically acclaimed musical and multi-sensory video experience of Jesus’ Death, Resurrection and the Coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. Its purpose is to offer the audience an encounter with the living Christ by boldly proclaiming what He has done for us.
Location: St. John Bosco Parish, Hatboro, PA
Performance Schedule: Thurs, March 8 at 10 am and 7 pm; Fri, March 9 at 10 am and 7 pm; Sat, March 10 at 1 pm and 7 pm
More information: Performances are expected to sell out! Visit crossandlight.org/stjohnbosco to learn more and buy tickets.
Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 2pm Procession; 2:30pm Mass
Event: Cultural Heritage Mass
Native American, Asian, African, European, Caribbean, and Brazilian Catholics welcome all to this celebration!
Principal Celebrant and Homilist: Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer
Sunday, March 18, 2018, 2:30pm
Event: Beethoven's Ode to Joy
Beethoven’s great masterpiece, the Symphony No. 9, rings through the Cathedral Basilica as the Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia joins forces with Symphony in C.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
More info: Concert Details
Tuesday, March 20, 2018, 6pm-9pm
Event: Is Yoga Just Exercise? An Evening of Reflection
Learn the Catholic perspective on the use of yoga as a physical exercise. Learn to Discern: Is It Christian or New Age? Do you know the real purpose behind every yoga position? Do yoga instructors secretly proselytize? You will be surprised at the answers! Encouraging all yoga enthusiasts, pastors and those seeking the truth on this much debated topic to attend.
Presenter: Susan Brinkmann
Location: McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center, Malvern Retreat House
Cost: $35.00 per person – dinner included
To register: Click here or call 610-644-0400; View the flyer
Saturday, March 24, 2018, 10:30am
Event: Mass for Persons with Disabilities and Their Caregivers
Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities, the Deaf Community, Family, Friends and Caregivers; Mass will be followed by a reception
Principal Celebrant and Homilist: Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: Please RSVP; View the flyer
April 13-15, 2018
Event: Retrouvaille for Married Couples
A healing retreat for married couples.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S. Warren Avenue Malvern, PA 19355
More Info: Click here
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Event: Pilgrimage to Saint Patrick's Cathedral & Saint Frances Cabrini Shrine
There is no better way to travel than to travel as a pilgrim! We will first tour Saint Patrick's and then celebrate the noon Mass at the Cathedral. Following Mass, we will depart for the Saint Frances Cabrini Shrine where we will enjoy lunch and a tour. Free time will be allotted for personal prayer and visits to the gift shops at each sacred place. Approximate Return Home: 7:00 PM
Location: Bus Departure: Saint Maria Goretti Church Parking Lot
Cost: $70.00 per person (includes lunch); Register using the form at www.stmariagoretti.net.
Saturday, April 14, 2018 - 9:00am – 2:00pm
Event: Fraternus Training Conference (for men)
It’s the mission of every man to mentor boys into manhood. Come and be equipped to fulfill this mission. This conference is for any man who wants to learn how to mentor the boys in his life into virtuous, Catholic men. It's also a training for men who are launching a Fraternus chapter in their parish.
Speaker: Jason Craig, VP of Program, Fraternus
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA
Registration: General admission $35; Priests & Fraternus Chapter Leaders $15
More details: View the flyer or visit phillyevang.org/fraternus
Saturday April 14, 2018, 8:30am-3pm
Event: Diocese of Allentown Marriage Conference
Together in Holiness is a marriage conference inspiring spouses to grow together in holiness and empowering parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Presenters include EWTN host Joy Pinto. Child care is available.
Location: St. Ignatius Loyola Parish in Sinking Spring
More info: Visit the website www.togetherinholiness.org; Questions call 610-289-8900 ext. 2028.
Mon, April 16, 9:30-11am or Wed, April 18, 7-8:30pm
Event: Teams of Our Lady Information Session
TOOL is a Catholic lay movement designed to enrich marriage spirituality and make good marriages better. A team of 5-7 couples meet monthly rotating from home to home, for a simple meal, prayer, study, and sharing on the TOOL “endeavors.” Come and learn about Teams and consider starting a Team in your parish!
Location: April 16 at St. Katharine of Siena Parish, Wayne; April 18 at St. Matthias, Bala Cynwyd
More info: View the flyer; Please RSVP at archphila.org/remain
More info: View the flyer; Please RSVP at archphila.org/remain
Saturday, April 21, 2018 - 10am-6:15pm
Event: Matrimony: Rediscovering Its Truth
Keynote Speaker: His Eminence Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, D.D., J.C.D., Member and Prefect Emeritus, Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura;
Other speakers: Reverend Gerald E. Murray, J.C.D., EWTN Commentator; Reverend Gerald Dennis Gill, S.S.L., M.Div., Director, Office for Divine Worship, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Location: Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul; 18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway; Philadelphia
View the website: https://www.saintjohnneumannchapter.org/ or click here for the flyer and mail-in registration form
Saturday, April 21, 2018 - 9am-6pm
Event: Cassock Classic Ultimate Tournament
The Seminarians of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary invite young adult groups and college/university ministries to participate in a one-day Ultimate Frisbee Tournament.
Location: St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Wynnewood, PA
More info: View the webpage
Sunday, April 22, 2018
Event: Mother-Daughter Tea for 10 to 13 year old girls
The Mother-Daughter Tea is a special program for mothers and daughters to interact in a facilitated group setting while they learn about the gift of fertility and how to care for it. Talks will focus on the sacredness of human life, the physical changes in a girl's body, the importance of modesty and the development of healthy parent and peer relationships.
Location: Meehan Center at Sts Simon and Jude in West Chester.
More information & registration: fertilitycarefriends.org. Questions? Call Helen at (610) 436-8323
April 24, 2018, 8 – 8:30 p.m.
Event: “Facebook LIVE with Father Sean Bransfield and the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation to discuss the annulment process”.
Fr. Sean Bransfield will join us to answer questions live on-line via Facebook regarding the annulment process for divorced Catholics. This presentation will also be shown on YouTube on the “Philly Mercedarian” YouTube Channel.
Location: Facebook LIVE and YouTube at the “Philly Mercedarian” YouTube Channel.
Speakers include: Father Sean Bransfield, Father Matthew Phelan, Anne DeSantis and live questions coming from Facebook viewers.
To learn more: Go to the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation website at www.nonnatus.org; Email: director.srnf@gmail.com, 215-870-9913
Location: Facebook LIVE and YouTube at the “Philly Mercedarian” YouTube Channel.
Speakers include: Father Sean Bransfield, Father Matthew Phelan, Anne DeSantis and live questions coming from Facebook viewers.
To learn more: Go to the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation website at www.nonnatus.org; Email: director.srnf@gmail.com, 215-870-9913
April 27-28, 2018
Event: You Are Made New: A Retreat for Women
We invite you to join us as we encounter Jesus in a personal, powerful way through praise and worship music, inspiring speakers, healing prayer, personal coaching and reflection, and a time of adoration. Come together with other women in Christ and witness healing, restoration, forgiveness, and faith-sharing through God’s presence and grace. The mission of this retreat is to unleash the power of God, through the Holy Spirit, and invite Him to change our hearts and transform our lives! You will leave with tools to help you continue the transformation back home.
Location: Pope John Paul II High School, Royersford, PA
Presenters: Father Stephen DeLacy, Megan Mastrioanni of Anthem Philly, De Yarrison, CPCC, Mark Griswold, Worship Leader
More info: Visit the website: https://youaremadenew.com/made-new-freedom-retreat/ or call De Yarrison at 610.287.2989
Sunday, April 29, 2018 -- 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Event: Find Your Greatness: Four Habits That Will Transform Your Life
What are your habits? Are they helping you become the best version of yourself? Come learn about four simple habits you can develop that will lead you to becoming the person God created you to be. Based on Matthew Kelly's book "The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic" this half-day event will help you reach your full potential. Come join us for a very special experience that will be spiritually enriching and entertaining.
Location: Saint Stanislaus Parish, 51 Lansdale Ave., Lansdale, PA
Speaker: Dr. Allen Hunt from Dynamic Catholic
To learn more and to purchase tickets: Visit the website: www.DynamicCatholic.com/Lansdale or call 859-980-7900
Tuesday, May 1, 2018, 9:30am-2pm
Event: Mothers of Children with Disabilities Retreat
A retreat for mothers and grandmothers who are raising children with disabilities and also those who have adult children with disabilities. There will be time to pray, reflect, and chat with other mothers.
Location: Malvern Retreat House
Speakers: Sr. Suzanne Mayer, IHM, retreat director; Fr. Jim Olson, Mass celebrant
To register, visit www.opdarchphilly.com
More information: View the flyer; Please contact Malvern Retreat House at 610-644-0400 or the Office for Persons with Disabilities at 215-587-3530.
Friday, June 8, 2018 at 6:00pm to Saturday, June 9 at 6:00pm
Event: Be A Man: A 24-hour Men's Retreat with Father Larry Richards
Father Larry Richards has been a priest since 1989 for the Diocese of Erie, PA. He is the author of “Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be”, a #1 best seller for Ignatius Press, having sold over 100,000 copies. Be sure to register early as we expect an early full-house.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, Main Retreat House
Cost: $160.00 per person – single occupancy
To register: Please click here or call 610-644-0400; view the flyer
June 9-10, 2018, 6:30pm to Sunday, June 10 at 2:30pm
Event: The Catholic Alternative to Mindfulness - A 24 Hour Retreat
Mindfulness has come a long way from its days as an obscure Buddhist meditation technique known only to monks and a few New Age enthusiasts to what it is now—one of the hottest new spiritual practices of our day. Do We Need Mindfulness to be Mindful? Sue Brinkmann answers! As a Third Order Carmelite and researcher of that which is New Age, Brinkmann presents a compelling, authentic teaching from a Christian perspective. You will be surprised and encouraged by this powerful presentation by a world-renowned author, lecturer, radio and TV host.
Location: Our Lady’s Hall, Malvern Retreat House
Cost: $150.00 per person includes accommodations and all meals
To register: Click here or call 610-644-0400; view the flyer
July 27-29, 2018
Event: Casting Nets Evangelization InstitutePlace: Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA
This is a bilingual retreat (English and Spanish) for all catechists, DRE’s, pastors, those involved in evangelization in the parish and neighborhood.
Retreat Directors: Hector Molino, Chris Stewart and Tony Brandt
For more information: Click here or call 610-644-0400
September 5-15, 2018
Event: All Around Ireland in 11 Days ~ Saints and Legends of Ireland ~ Pilgrimage Tour
“Walk in the Footsteps of St. Patrick and the legends that made Ireland great!”
Pilgrimage Tour Includes: Daily Mass, round-trip airfare, accommodations in centrally located 4-star hotels, daily breakfast, six hotel dinners, a Medieval Banquet and an Irish evening with dinner and a show.
Information Meeting Locations: St. Thomas Aquinas Rectory (Croydon, PA) and St. Gabriel Rectory (Norwood, PA). Meetings are held Thursdays at 7PM. First meeting March 15th, St. Gabriel’s in Norwood, 19074.
For brochure and to learn more: Contact New Horizons @ 610-213-4141 or helenshorizons@gmail.com
LOOKING AHEAD...
June 16, 2018 - The Culture Project International Spring Banquet, SS. Simon and Jude Parish, West Chester, PA.
October 13, 2018 - Humanae Vitae Conference, Aston, PAOctober 27, 2018 - Catholic Women's Conference, Doylestown
January 24-30, 2018 - World Youth Day (trip for young adults), Panama