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Veni, Sancte Spiritus, reple tuorum corda fidelium, et tui amoris in eis ignem accende.
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Thy faithful and kindle in them the fire of Thy love.
The Pentecost Novena begins this Friday!
Consider joining in the oldest novena in the Church, the Pentecost Novena, which begins May 26, the Friday after Ascension Thursday, and ends on Pentecost, Sunday, June 4.
Evangelization News, Tips & Ideas
Casting Nets Evangelization Institute this Summer!
Join Casting Nets Ministries for a dynamic and highly engaging retreat experience and training for pastors, pastoral teams, parish staff, lay leaders, DRE’s, and catechists. A bi-lingual retreat, English and Spanish. Malvern Retreat House, July 28-30. Learn how you can lead your parish from maintenance to mission and create a culture of missionary discipleship and evangelization. Featuring nationally-renowned Catholic authors and evangelists Hector Molina, Tony Brandt and Chris Stewart. Register by calling 610-644-0400 or www.malvernretreat.com
Run a Study Group on Archbishop Chaput's New Book!
Earlier this year, Archbishop Chaput’s latest book, Strangers in a Strange Land: Living the Catholic Faith in a Post-Christian World, was released by Henry Holt and Co. This week, a study and discussion guide to accompany the book was published on CatholicPhilly.com.
Click here to order a copy of the book
Office for the New Evangelization
Upcoming Events
Called and Gifted Workshop
with the Catherine of Siena Institute
A workshop that helps you discern personal charisms and gifts that God has given you in order to discern your mission and place in the Church!
Fri, June 2, 2017, 7-9:30pm &
Sat, June 3, 2017, 9am-4pm
Sat, June 3, 2017, 9am-4pm
(Participants attend both days)
Last day to register is May 29!
Location:
St. Monica Parish, Berwyn, PA
Cost: $60
Around the Archdiocese...
If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the newsletter, please email all pertinent information to cscharff@archphila.org for consideration. Please submit event information in the format used below.
Wednesday, May 31, 2017, 7pm
Event: NaPro Roadshow
Come meet our newest NaPro physician, Dr. Delia Larrauri at a NaPro Roadshow.
The evening will begin with the viewing of the film NaPro: A Quiet Revolution followed by a presentation and Q & A.
Location: Holy Saviour Parish, Norristown, PA
More info: To register, click here. To volunteer contact Barbara Rose, NP, CFCP at 215-884-2922.
Sunday, June 11, 2017, 1pm - 6pm
Event: Malvern Family Festival
The day will begin with outdoor Sunday Mass with Bishop Edward Deliman at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, followed by other activities, performances, children's games, food and music. Cost is $25 per car, including food.
Location: Malvern Retreat House
More info: Visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400
Event: Malvern Family Festival
The day will begin with outdoor Sunday Mass with Bishop Edward Deliman at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, followed by other activities, performances, children's games, food and music. Cost is $25 per car, including food.
Location: Malvern Retreat House
More info: Visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
Event: Holy Hours in Honor of Our Lady of Fatima
Join us in honoring Our Lady by adoring her Son Jesus in the Eucharist!
7:00pm - St. Katherine of Siena Parish, Philadelphia
11:00am - Cathedral Basilica of SS Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More information: Visit the website: http://archphila.org/fatima/fatimaevents/
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 - 7:05pm
Event: Catholic Charities Night at the Phillies
Plan a night out with family and friends and enjoy an evening benefitting the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA)!
Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
Game: Phillies vs. Boston Red Sox
More info: View the website
Saturday, June 17, 2017 - 8:30am - 2:30pm
Event: Corpus Christi Celebration with Retreat
This retreat focuses on the love and graces that abound in the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It will touch the hearts of every person and family, you and old alike. There will be Mass, Solemn Procession, conference, confession, Holy Hour and Benediction. Bring your own lunch.
Speakers: Rev. William Gaffney, C.Ss.R., Gloria Anson
Location: Corpus Christi Parish, Lansdale
More info: Visit www.flameoflove.us
Saturday, June 17, 2017 - 10:00am - 12:00 Noon
Event: Workshop for Holy Communion to the Sick
This workshop is open to all priests, deacons and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion who take Holy Communion to the sick outside of Mass. Those who coordinate Communion Ministers for the Sick in their homes, hospitals, nursing homes and other institutions are especially encourages to attend.
Presenter: Rev. Dennis Gill, Director, Office for Divine Worship
Location: Chapel of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
More info: Register by email, worship@archphila.org, or by phone, 215-587-3537
Monday, June 19, 2017 - 8am-5:30pm
Event: Tradition, A Celebration of the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Speakers: Jeff Cavins, Scott Hahn, Mother Assumpta Long, O.P., Deborah Savage, Jonathan Reyes, and Matthew Bunsen
Location: Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer (English); Volante promocional (español)
Event: Tradition, A Celebration of the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Speakers: Jeff Cavins, Scott Hahn, Mother Assumpta Long, O.P., Deborah Savage, Jonathan Reyes, and Matthew Bunsen
Location: Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Philadelphia
More info: View the flyer (English); Volante promocional (español)
June 23 (6:30pm-10pm), June 24 (2pm-9pm), June 25, 2017 (11am-7pm)
Event: Second Annual Padre Pio Festival
Three days of devotion to St. Padre Pio includes a Friday evening young adult gathering, Saturday Vigil with blessings and Holy Relic, Sunday Mass and street procession, Healing Mass with Holy Relic and Confessions, social activities and entertainment on the parish grounds. Live music, craft fair, food vendors.
Location: St. Bede the Venerable Church, Holland, PA (Bucks County)
Sunday Mass Celebrant: Fr. Thomas Betz, OFM,Cap.
To learn more: www.padrepiofestivalhollandpa.com
July 12-14, 2017
Event: Masculine Genius Institute Summit
This program is great for men of all ages, especially young fathers and men who are influencing the lives of boys in schools, athletics or extra curricular setting such as cub and boy scouts. Women are welcome to join us!
Theme: Boys to Men: Molding Manly Character
Location: Villanova University, Villanova, PA
More info: View the website
Event: Masculine Genius Institute Summit
This program is great for men of all ages, especially young fathers and men who are influencing the lives of boys in schools, athletics or extra curricular setting such as cub and boy scouts. Women are welcome to join us!
Theme: Boys to Men: Molding Manly Character
Location: Villanova University, Villanova, PA
More info: View the website
Wednesday, July 26, 2017 - 9am - 12pm
Event: Morning of Reflection for Grandparents
Celebrate the blessings and challenges of grand-parenting by joining us for a morning of reflection. The day begins with Mass at 9 AM, followed by a continental breakfast and conference. Cost is $10 per person.
Presenter: Deacon David Schaffer
Location: St. Jude Church, Chalfont, PA
More info: Contact Angela McClellan for more information at 215-822-9225 (ext. 234) or faith@stjudechalfont.org.
July 27-30 (Clergy Study Day, July 26)
Event: 30th Annual Courage/EnCourage Conference
Annual conference for friends, family, pastoral ministers and members of Courage,an international apostolate of the Catholic Church, which ministers to persons with same-sex attractions.
Location: University of Saint Mary of the Lake (suburban Chicago), Mundelein, IL,
More info: Visit the website
July 28-30 – Friday evening to Sunday morning
Event: The Casting Nets Ministries
Retreat for Pastors, Pastoral Teams, Parish Staff, lay leaders, DRE’s and catechists.
Retreat for Pastors, Pastoral Teams, Parish Staff, lay leaders, DRE’s and catechists.
Learn how you can lead your parish from maintenance to mission and create a culture of missionary discipleship and evangelization! Bi-Lingual, English and Spanish.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA
Speakers include: Hector Molina, Tony Brandt and Chris Stewart
To learn more: Visit the website at: www.malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400
Event: Awaken - An Encounter With Theology of the Body
What does it mean to be human? What is this ache in our hearts for connection, for relationship, that even the good things of the world can't seem to totally satisfy? This journey begins and ends with the gift and mystery of our creation as male and female and our encounter with God, the world and other people. Come and awaken the wonder and mystery of being human!
Location: St. Mary of Providence Retreat Center, Elverson, PA
More info: To register, click here
Thursday, October 5, 2017 – 7-9:30 PM
Event: Reboot Live! with Chris Stefanick
A fun, inspiring and practical experience for all (ages 12 and up) for applying the beauty and genius of the Gospel to every aspect of your life, from prayer and spirituality, to work, dating, marriage, parenting, health and more!
Location: St. Philip Neri Parish Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA.
Speakers include: Internationally renowned Catholic speaker, family man, father of five, musician and author Chris Stefanick, along with top performing live music artists
To learn more: www.reallifecatholic.com/reboot. Look for October 5th and St. Philip Neri to purchase online.
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 8:30am-4pm
Event: WINE National Catholic Women's Conference
Join women across the country for the first-ever National Catholic Women’s Conference hosted by WINE: Women In the New Evangelization! This event is expected to sell out around mid-September...register today!
Speakers: Kelly Wahlquist, Teresa Tomeo, Kitty Cleveland, Sarah Christmyer and musician Amanda Vernon
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestoshowa, Doylestown, PA
Cost: $55 per person; $50 for groups 5+; $15 for religious sisters & consecrated
More info: View the flyer or visit the website wineconference.org
Catholic Family Fun Club
As always, families can stay tuned to the Catholic Family Fun Club Meetup Group for events and activities for Catholic families in our area!
As always, families can stay tuned to the Catholic Family Fun Club Meetup Group for events and activities for Catholic families in our area!
LOOKING AHEAD...
All of 2017 - Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima!
September 28 - October 1, 2017 - Into the Wild: A Retreat for Men, Quakertown
September 27, 2017 - Consecration of all Dioceses in Pennsylvania to the Immaculat Heart of Mary, Harrisburg, PAOctober 7-18,2017 - Pilgrimage to Fatima, Lourdes, & Medjugorje
October 8, 2017 - Consecration of Archdiocesan Youth and Young Adults to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Cathedral, Philadelphia
October 13 & 14, 2017 - Consecration of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Cathedral, Philadelphia
October 21, 2017 - WINE National Catholic Women's Conference, Doylestown
October 21, 2017 - WINE National Catholic Women's Conference, Doylestown
October 28, 2017 - Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC
November 2 - 5, 2017, Samson:A Men's Healing Retreat, Hammonton, NJ
November 2 - 5, 2017, Samson:A Men's Healing Retreat, Hammonton, NJ
November 3, 2017 - Save the Date! Book Talk on the Benedict Option with Rod Dreher, Martin Saints Classical High School, Oreland