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Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas
Evangelization 101: Implicit and Explicit Evangelization
Evangelization 101 is a short teaching on one of the fundamentals of Catholic evangelization, drawn from the Church's documents and applied to life.The Church identifies two dimensions of evangelization, implicit and explicit, both of which are necessary for complete and effective evangelizing. In the words of Pope St. Paul VI, “…even the finest witness will prove ineffective in the long run if it is not…made explicit by a clear and unequivocal proclamation of the Lord Jesus. The Good News proclaimed by the witness of life sooner or later has to be... Read the full article here
Relic of St. John Vianney's Incorrupt Heart
The relic of St. John Vianney's incorrupt heart is coming to the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia on Feb 2 and 3, 2019. All are welcome to come to the Cathedral for a time of prayer before the incorrupt heart of this saintliest of priests, patron saint of diocesan priests. It is a unique time to intercede for the healing of the Church, the healing of the priesthood, the sanctity of priests and holy vocations to the priesthood. For more information view the flyer or visit the Cathedral website cathedralphila.org/sjv.
A Two-Pronged Response to the Addiction Crisis
You are not alone! The Church desires to be close to her children who are struggling with addiction and to bring them the healing power of Jesus Christ’s love. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia offers a two-pronged response to the addiction crisis, which aims to attend to the needs of the whole person, body, mind and spirit. The resources below are for those struggling with an addiction and/or their family and loved ones:- (New Resource!) For clinical and social service resources such as local treatment facilities, AA, NA and Al-Anon groups, insurance information, crisis support, and other services, visit RecoveryAndHope.org
- For Catholic spiritual support for addiction offered by our local Catholic community, please explore the Hope in Christ website at archphila.org/hope.
Office for the New Evangelization
Upcoming Events
Five Keys to Freedom
Unlocking the Power of the Gospel in Your Life
Come learn about the Five Keys of Unbound, a simple process of prayer that will help you unleash the liberating power of the Gospel into your life and find greater freedom. This presentation is for everyone. It can be especially helpful for situations such as: relationship problems, habitual sin, chronic anger, fear, sadness, or other areas of life where you feel "stuck" and unable to move forward.
Speaker:
Meghan Cokeley, Director, Office for the New Evangelization & Archdiocesan Unbound Ministry, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
This free presentation is 2 hours including a break and time for Q&A. It will be offered at the following times/locations:
- Sun, Feb 24, 2-4 PM, Our Lady of Peace, Milmont Park
- Tues, Feb 26, 7-9 PM, Cathedral Basilica of SS Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
- Tues, Mar 12, 7-9 PM, Visitation BVM, Norristown
- Tues, March 26, 7-9 PM, St. Genevieve, Flourtown
- Fri, May 24, 9:30-11:30 AM (Moms only), St. Pius X Moms Group, Broomall
More info and RSVP:
Spiritual Multiplication
Workshop
Friday, April 5, 2019, 9 AM-12 PM
Come learn what it takes to form disciples who are equipped to form other disciples, igniting a chain reaction of disciple-making in your parish. This workshop, presented by the experienced evangelizers from Catholic Christian Outreach, is relevant for clergy, religious, parish leaders and interested individuals. It will cover topics such as:
- How to foster parish growth by cultivating a climate of spiritual multiplication
- Shifting from investing in programs to investing in people
- The art of intentional accompaniment
- The five spiritual thresholds and how to engage people who are living in a post-Christian culture
Location:
St. Thomas of Villanova Auditorium, Bryn Mawr
Speaker:
Amber Zolc, Coordinator of Parish Outreach, Catholic Christian Outreach
More info:
Cost is $25
Around the Archdiocese...
Below you will find great Catholic events taking place in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the newsletter, please email all pertinent information in the format used below to phillyevang@archphila.org for consideration. Events must be received by the 23rd of each month.
Wednesdays From 9:30-10:30am
Event: SoulCore
SoulCore is a movement that pairs core strengthening, stretching and functional movement with the prayers of the Rosary. A sensory experience combining candlelight, music, scripture and movement to nourish body, mind & soul and encourage deeper reflection on the virtues of the Rosary. SoulCore is a great Catholic alternative to yoga.
Location: Saint Mary Magdalen Church, St. Francis Room (lower church conference room) 2400 N Providence Road, Media, PA 19063
More Info: Visit www.soulcore.com for a sample class. Contact Leader Nicky Verna - nicky@verna.com or 610-639-3816. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring an exercise mat or towel to lie on. All fitness and prayer levels are welcome!
Monday, January 28, 2019 - 7:00 PM
Event: "From Anger to Renewal: Communications and the Crisis in the Church" Lecture
Please join us for a very special evening by guest speaker Kim Daniels, Associate Director Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life at Georgetown University! Admission is free, but registration is kindly requested.
Location: St. John Vianney Auditorium, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, 100 East Wynnewood Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096
More Information: Visit here for more info, and Click here to RSVP. Please contact Sharon Presta at 610-785-6287 or by email at spresta@scs.edu for any questions.
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Thursday, January 31, 2019, 7:00PM
Event: Are Your Children SAFE on the INTERNET?
Learn how to protect your children from the dangers of online predators, cyberbullying, the dark web, and more for Police Detective Jeff Cummins
Location: St. Jude Church, Chalfont, PA
Speaker: Detective Cpl. Jeff Cummins, New Britain Police
To learn more: Visit https://stjudechalfont.org/news/internet-safety-for-kids-january-31-at-7pm
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Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 8:00 PM-9:00 PM
Event: On-line LIVE Support Group for Adult Children of Divorce (Must be 18 or Older)
Join us monthly on the Last Thursday of Every Month for a LIVE support group for adult children of divorce. Participants must be 18 years or older.
Location: On-line via Laptop or Call-in with Phone
Speakers: Presented by the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, and Faith. Prayer, Reflection, Sharing in a Safe Setting. Guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church.
To Learn More/Sign-up: Email director.srnf@gmail.com and type THURSDAY in the title to receive sign-in link. Call/Text 215-870-9913 for more information. www.nonnatus.org
Thursday, January 31, 2019, 7:00PM
Event: Are Your Children SAFE on the INTERNET?
Learn how to protect your children from the dangers of online predators, cyberbullying, the dark web, and more for Police Detective Jeff Cummins
Location: St. Jude Church, Chalfont, PA
Speaker: Detective Cpl. Jeff Cummins, New Britain Police
To learn more: Visit https://stjudechalfont.org/news/internet-safety-for-kids-january-31-at-7pm
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Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 8:00 PM-9:00 PM
Event: On-line LIVE Support Group for Adult Children of Divorce (Must be 18 or Older)
Join us monthly on the Last Thursday of Every Month for a LIVE support group for adult children of divorce. Participants must be 18 years or older.
Location: On-line via Laptop or Call-in with Phone
Speakers: Presented by the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, and Faith. Prayer, Reflection, Sharing in a Safe Setting. Guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church.
To Learn More/Sign-up: Email director.srnf@gmail.com and type THURSDAY in the title to receive sign-in link. Call/Text 215-870-9913 for more information. www.nonnatus.org
Continuing first Saturdays, February 2, 2019 after the 8 AM Mass
Event: St. Patrick's Rosary Walk
All parishes are welcome! Join us for a walk around our parish and breakfast in the Rittenhouse neighborhood.
Location: St. Patrick Parish, 242 S. 20th Street, Philadelphia
More info: View our Events page
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Saturday-Sunday, February 2-3, 2019
Event: Relic Pilgrimage of St. Jean Vianney’s Incorrupt Heart
The relic of St. John Vianney's incorrupt heart is coming to the Cathedral! All are welcome to come for a time of prayer before the incorrupt heart of this saintliest of priests, patron saint of diocesan priests. It is a unique time to intercede for the healing of the Church, the healing of the priesthood, the sanctity of priests and holy vocations to the priesthood.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul. 18th St. & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, Pa.
Schedule and more info: http://cathedralphila.org/sjv/ or View the flyer
Saturday-Sunday, February 2-3, 2019
Event: Relic Pilgrimage of St. Jean Vianney’s Incorrupt Heart
The relic of St. John Vianney's incorrupt heart is coming to the Cathedral! All are welcome to come for a time of prayer before the incorrupt heart of this saintliest of priests, patron saint of diocesan priests. It is a unique time to intercede for the healing of the Church, the healing of the priesthood, the sanctity of priests and holy vocations to the priesthood.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul. 18th St. & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, Pa.
Schedule and more info: http://cathedralphila.org/sjv/ or View the flyer
Friday-Sunday, February 8-10, 2019
Event: Retrouvaille for Stressed or Troubled Marriages
A healing program that offers a welcoming and loving space to married couples who have been living with the misery of a failing marriage. Retrouvaille offers hope that it is not too late for a different and better marriage.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center, 315 S. Warren Avenue Malvern, PA 19355
More Information: Visit the website or call 215-766-3944
Monday, February 11, 2019, 5:30-7:00 PM
Event: "Adventures of a Vatican Astronomer" Lecture
Join us for an evening with Br. Guy Consolmagno, head of the Vatican Observatory. Br. Guy is both a Jesuit brother and a planetary scientist at the Vatican Observatory, splitting his time between the meteorite collection in Rome and the Vatican telescope in Arizona.
Speaker: Br. Guy Consolmagno, head of the Vatican Observatory
Location: Bodeck Lounge, Houston Hall, University of Pennsylvania
More information: Admission is free, but seating is limited, so please register in advance online! More details & registration
Monthly on Sundays continuing February 17, 2018 - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Event: Holy Hours of Reparation and Petition for the Scandals of the Catholic Church
All Catholics of the greater Philadelphia area are invited to attend a monthly holy hour of prayer before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament to ask for His mercy upon His Church in this moment of profound crisis. We come to make reparation for our own sins and those of our bishops and priests. We come also in confident hope that from Christ’s superabounding mercy will come the purification, healing and restoration of holiness for which we long.
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer English / Español
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Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, 7:00 PM
Event: Journey of Hope: Hope and healing for separated and divorced Catholics
Written by a divorced Catholic and led by a divorced Catholic, Journey of Hope is a study and support group with a strong emphasis on prayer, Scripture, and Church teaching to help divorced and separated Catholics heal and grow in faith.
To learn more: Visit https://www.stjudechalfont.org/support-for-divorced
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Thurs. Feb. 21, 2019, 6:30 PM
Event: Catholic Business Networking Event: “Keeping the Faith in Everything We Do”
This exciting event will bring together local Catholic Business Professionals to create opportunities for networking, faith-driven dialogue, and exchanging ideas.
Speaker: Fr. Robert Hagan, OSA
Location: : The Miraculous Medal Art Museum, 475 East Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: Free (free-will offering) RSVP required. Includes hors-d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and soft drinks.
Parking: Secure complimentary parking at the CAMM office building. (Morton Street and Chelten Ave).
More info: to RSVP https://allevents.in/elkins%20park/catholic-business-professionals-networking-event/20001324005482
Sunday, February 24, 2019 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
Event: St. Mary Polish American Society's Polish Mardi Gras Polka Party
Fundraiser for St. Mary's Church in Conshohocken, the home for the Latin Mass in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. This event will feature live Polka music, delicious Polish food, a 50/50 drawing, a basket raffle, and baked goods for sale. Families are welcome!
Location: TK Club at 521 East Hector Street, Conshohocken
More Info: Admission is $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the event. Admission for children 6 to 12 years old is $7 each and free for children under the age of 6. For tickets, please email stmaryconshy@gmail.com or call Dorothy Swedkowski at 610-630-0861.
Monday, February 25, 2019, 7:00 PM
Event: USCCB Listening Session on Racism
Join us in a USCCB listening session on Racism lead by Bishop Shelton Fabre. Check out the flyer here!
Location: Saint Joseph University, Chapel of St. Joseph, 5600 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
More Information: Contact the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Black Catholics, Fr. Richard Owens, O.F.M. Cap, Director at fr.rowens@archphila.org or by phone at 215-587-3541
March 9, 2019 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Event: Man Up Philly 2019 Catholic Men's Conference
Now in its 11th year Man Up Philly Men's Spirituality Conference seeks to encourage men to be better fathers, husbands, brothers, and Catholics through enlightening and energizing talks, prayer, Eucharistic adoration, along with the reception of Reconciliation and the Holy Eucharist.
Location: Neumann University Mirenda Center 1 Neumann Way, Aston PA 19014
Speakers include: Eagle star Ron Jaworski, Matthew Kelly, Evangelist Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, Irish tenor Mark Forrest. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Timothy Senior
For more information or to register visit our website:
www.manupphilly.com
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, March 17 -19, 2019, 7:00 PM
Event: Parish Mission: WORD, WORSHIP & WORKS OF MERCY
Each night we will explore one of the three pillars. Give yourself a “spiritual uplift” with a nourishing experience of his Word, a more integral vision of Worship, and a more energized engagement of the Works of Mercy. All are invited!
Presenter: Thomas Smith, Scripture scholar, author, retreat director, repeat guest on Catholic TV and radio across the country.
Location: St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, 856 Euclid Avenue, Warrington, PA 18976
More info: View the flyer or contact the Parish Office: 215-343-0315
Wednesday March 20, 2019 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
Event: Christ on the Battlefield: A Heroic Chaplain’s Story
Learn the heroic and virtuous life story of Servant of God, Father Vincent Capodanno and explore the remarkable spiritual journey of this Maryknoll Priest from his childhood to the day he died on the battlefield in Vietnam at the age of 38.
Speaker: Mr. Donald Campbell Guest Presenter: Capodanno Guild Board Member
Location: Saint Maria Goretti Chapel, 1601 Derstine Road, Hatfield
More Info: To register contact: Angela.McClellan@stmariagoretti.net
215-721-0199 (ext. 202) Visit www.stmariagoretti.net
Event: Innovations in Women’s HealthCare - A seminar on the Creighton Model FertilityCare System and NaProTECHNOLOGY
This seminar will shed light on the great work being done in building a culture of life in women’s healthcare using the Creighton Model Fertility Care System and NaProTECHNOLOGY. It will provide lay people, medical professionals, clergy and religious with information and resources to help couples struggling with infertility. It will help couples who want effective and morally acceptable methods of family planning, and women struggling with various gynecologic issues.
Speakers: Dr. Monique Ruberu
Location: Saint Maron Maronite Church, 1013 Ellsworth Street, Philadelphia, PA
More Info: Visit http://www.cedaroflebanonfcc.com/events.html
Saturdays, March 23 and 30, 2019, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Event: Unbound Basic Ministry Training
This is an intensive training that will use the Unbound Basic Ministry Training videos from Heart of the Father Ministries. It is for those who wish to be trained to pray with others using the Five Keys of Unbound.
Location: St. Margaret Parish Annex, Narberth, PA
More info: Participants attend both days; Cost is $15.00; A spiritual reference person is required for all participants. View the flyer for more details
Saturday, March 23, 2019, 2:00 PM Procession and 2:30 PM Mass
Event: Cultural Heritage Mass 2019
We welcome all in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia community to join us in the celebration of the Extraordinary Year of Mission! Our principal celebrant and homilist will be Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., and the procession will begin at 2:00 PM followed by Mass at 2:30 PM at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul. Many cultures join in one faith to create one family in Christ!
Location: Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul, 18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
More Information: View the flyer here
Tuesday, March 26 and Tuesday, April 2 and 9, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Event: Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist
Explore the mystery of God’s love expressed in the Eucharist and learn how God is really present in this sacrament. This study invites us into a deeper union with God and reminds us that God’s love is never far away. Each session includes breakfast refreshments, a 30 to 40 minute DVD presentation, and a brief time for discussion. Please join us for all three sessions or for as many sessions as you would like. There is no cost for attendance
Location: Saint Maria Goretti Parish Center, Lower Level, 1601 Derstine Road, Hatfield
More Info: View the flyer; Please register with Angela McClellan. Angela.McClellan@stmariagoretti.net or 215-721-0199 (ext. 202)
March 29-31 or April 25-28 or May 17-19
Event: Father/Son Retreat at St. Joseph's Farm (North Carolina)
Fathers, bring your son to this one-of-a-kind retreat for a weekend of adventure, spiritual formation, and prayer. Included: a traditional pig slaughter and roast; all lodging, etc. (just bring your son!); skeet shooting; prayer; talks; farm-fresh food; a copy of Leaving Boyhood Behind.
Retreat Host: Jason Craig, farmer, Fraternus Co-founder and author of Leaving Boyhood Behind will be hosting father/son retreats in the hills of Western North Carolina
Location: St. Joseph's Farm in Western North Carolina
More info: March and April retreats for sons age 13+, May retreat for sons age 8-12. Cost is $250 per person, More details and online registration
Saturday, March 30, 2019, 9 AM-3:30 PM
Event: Lenten Day of Recollection
Join us for a Day of Recollection in Lent as an offering of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. The day includes two talks, Mass, Holy Hour, Confessions and lunch.
Speaker: Rev. G. Dennis Gill, Director of the Office for Divine Worship
Talk topics: Biblical Aspects of Authentic Conversion; Authentic Conversion Leads to Fidelity to the Gospel
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer; No charge to attend; All are welcome; Please RSVP to Sr. Gabrielle Mary at sr.gbraccio@archphila.org.
Sunday, March 31, 2018 from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Event: Dynamic Catholic Event- Find Your Greatness- with Dr Allen Hunt
Our lives change when our habits change. Based on Matthew Kelly’s book The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic, Find Your Greatness will introduce you to four simple ways to reach your full potential. Great habits create great lives. Are your habits helping you become the-best-version-of-yourself? At the Find Your Greatness Event learn the habits for a great life! This half-day event features live music and includes a free bag of Dynamic Catholic resources for every attendee.
Location: St. John the Baptist Church 146 Rector Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
Tickets and local details: https://dynamiccatholic.com/find-your-greatness-philadelphia-pa-mar-31-2019
Friday, April 5, 2019, 9 AM-12 PM
Event: Spiritual Multiplication Workshop
Come learn what it takes to form disciples who are equipped to form other disciples, igniting a chain reaction of disciple-making in your parish. This workshop, presented by the experienced evangelizers from Catholic Christian Outreach, is for all parishes and will cover topics such as: how to foster parish growth by through spiritual multiplication; shifting from investing in programs to investing in people, the art of intentional accompaniment, the five spiritual thresholds and how to engage people who are living in a post-Christian culture.
Location: St. Thomas of Villanova, Bryn Mawr
Speaker: Amber Zolc, Coordinator of Parish Outreach, Catholic Christian Outreach
More info: Cost is $25; View the flyer or register online
Friday April 5, 1:30-4:30 PM or Saturday, April 6, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Event: Discovery Facilitator Training
Are you or is your parish planning to run a CCO Discovery group to evangelize? Send your group facilitators to be trained at this half-day workshop. The CCO Discovery Series is available in 3 languages, English, Spanish and French. Click here to learn more about CCO.
Location: April 5 - St. Thomas of Villanova, Bryn Mawr; April 6 - Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, Philadelphia (The same event is offered in both locations; choose one.)
More info: Cost is $20; View the flyer or register online
Friday, April 25, 2019 7:00-9:00 PM
Event: Father Dave Pivonka speaking on his book “Breath of Life”
Speaker: Father Dave Pivonka
Location: St. Agnes RC Church 445 N Main Street Sellersville PA
This is a free event. Father Dave will follow his talk with a book signing. Sweet treats and fellowship in the Parish social hall. All are welcome.
LOOKING AHEAD...
May 4, 2019 - Wedding Anniversary Mass, PhiladelphiaMay 10-11, 2019 - Unbound: Freedom in Christ Conference, Media
June 12-16, 2019 - GIVEN Catholic Young Women's Leadership Forum, D.C.
June 22, 2019 - Relevant Radio's Elevate National Conference, Philadelphia
September 6-7, 2019 - NCBC Catholic Health Care Ethics Seminar, Philadelphia
October 26, 2019 - Catholic Women's Conference, Doylestown
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