Upcoming Meetings and Events
Joseph’s People: Monday (2/21), 7:00 PM, Zoom
Walking With Purpose (Fearless & Free): Mondays (through 3/21), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew & St. Mark; Tuesdays (through 3/22), 7:00 PM, Zoom
Winter Bible Study: Tuesdays (through 3/30), 9:30 AM & 7:00 PM, St. Matthew & Zoom
Parish Stewardship Council: Tuesday (2/22), 7:00 PM, St. Luke & Zoom
Walking With Purpose (Beholding Your King): Wednesdays (through 3/23), 9:30 AM, St. Mark
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, Holy Family
Creation Care Team: Wednesday (2/23), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Senior Adult Ministry Game Day: Thursday (2/24), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew
Crafting Hands Meeting & Drop-off: Thursday (2/24), 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM, Holy Family
Altar Server Wedding Training: Thursday (2/24), 5:30 PM, church
Women at the Well: Thursdays, 7:00 PM, St. Luke & Zoom
Elizabeth Ministry Book Club: Thursday (2/24), 7:30 PM, Zoom
Walking With Purpose (Opening Your Heart): Fridays (through 3/25), 10:00 AM, Zoom
Mary Queen of Peace Prayer Group: Fridays, 1:30 PM, chapel
Penance Service for Confirmation Candidates & Sponsors: Saturday (2/26), 10:30 AM, church, chapel & social hall
Youth Ministry Game Night: Saturday (2/26), 6:30 PM, CLC
EFF Choir Practice: Monday (2/28) & Tuesday (3/1), 6:00 PM, church
RCIA: Monday (2/28), 7:00 PM, Holy Family
Parish Pastoral Council: Tuesday (3/1), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Ash Wednesday: Wednesday (3/2), Mass with Distribution of Ashes at 7:30 AM & 7:00 PM, Liturgy of the Word with Distribution of Ashes at 11:00 AM & 4:45 PM, church
Youth Ministry Ash Wednesday Night of Reflection: Wednesday (3/2), 6:00 PM, education center library
Cub Scouts Pack Meeting: Wednesday (3/2), 6:30 PM, social hall
Liturgical Life Sub-Committee: Wednesday (3/2), 7:00 PM, Zoom
Knights of Columbus Council Meeting: Thursday (3/3), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Men’s Spirituality Meeting: Thursday (3/3), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Stations of the Cross: Fridays in Lent (3/4 through 3/8), 7:00 PM, church
Knights of Columbus Blood Drive: Saturday (3/5), 8:00 AM, social hall
Nourish for Caregivers: Saturday (3/5), 10:00 AM, Holy Family
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Other Activities of Interest
A Time For Spiritual Gardening
Come for a morning of “spiritual gardening” at the IHM Spirituality Center in Malvern, from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM on February 28. We will have light refreshment, morning prayer, reflection and sharing. To register please call Sister Clare Marsico (610-647-4136; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ). Visit www.ihmimmaculata.org for more information.
Rachel’s Vineyard Healing Retreat
Are you suffering from the wound of abortion? A Rachel’s Vineyard Post-Abortion Retreat is a non-judgemental, safe, loving and confidential environment. Com experience the mercy and compassion of God by attending the upcoming retreat on March 4-6 at the IHM Spirituality Center in Malvern. The experience will give you hope for your future and freedom from the pain within your heart and soul. For information call Georgeann (484-955-4278) or Susan (610-716-4795). All inquiries are strictly confidential. Financial aid is offered if needed. Visit our national website: www.rachelsvineyard.org.
Marriage Encounter – A Virtual Experience
Calling All Married Couples – Would you like to resolve to “Live your best life in love” in 2022? Why not give yourselves some time together by participating in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience? This is a series of eight presentations made by the Presenting Team which consists of three married couples and a priest. Each presentation builds on the last as you examine yourselves, your behaviors and attitudes, and your relationship with your spouse and God. This experience gives busy couples, much needed time together to focus on each other and to deepen their personal communication. The Marriage Encounter Virtual Experience is presented every Sunday and Wednesday evening staring at 6:30 PM. The program begins on March 6 and will conclude on March 30, 2022 For more info contact: Marge and Michael Walsh at 609-741-8012 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
A Retreat for Widows
Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, NJ will host a retreat for widows on March 11-13. Join with other widows as we look at our own individual stories for courage and wisdom. We hope to discover how in the sharing of our stories we continue to find strength and hope. There will be time for sharing in small groups, Eucharist and other appropriate liturgies. Beach walks, socials and nice conversation are included! Cost is $145 per person. To register, visit www.capemanmarianists.org or call 609-884-3829.
Man Up Philly
Man Up Philly 2022 invites the men of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the 14th annual Men’s Spirituality conference to be held in person on Saturday, March 19 at Immaculata University. We encourage all men - fathers, sons, brothers, friends - to join us for an inspiring day of faith and fellowship. For more information and to register, visit manupphilly.com.
Villa Maria Academy High School 7th Grade Practice Exam
On April 2, 7th grade students are invited to experience the type of entrance exam Villa Maria uses for admission-the High School Placement Test (HSPT) to see how they may perform on the test in the fall. In taking the practice exam, students will have the opportunity to become familiar with the testing process as well as learn about their individual strengths and opportunities for growth. There will also be a Parent Q&A session at 9:00 a.m. Save your spot by registering now at vmahs.org.
Divine Mercy Retreat
We are pleased to invite you to the 16th Annual Divine Mercy weekend retreat at the beautiful Malvern Retreat House — St. Joseph’s in the Hills in Malvern, Pa on April 22-24, 2021, culminating with the Feast of Divine Mercy Sunday! This year, you will have the option of joining us in person at the Retreat House or participating virtually in the comfort of your own home. This retreat is for both men and women. The cost is $250 in person and $75 for the virtual option. Check-in begins at 5:00 PM on Friday and ends after 3:00 PM Divine Mercy Devotions on Sunday. For more information and to register, visit www.DivineMercyRetreat.com or call the Malvern Retreat House at 610-644-0400.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
Married Couples - Resolve to "Live your best life in love" in 2022! Why not give yourselves some time together by making a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend? Our next in-person experience will be April 22-24 at Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown. For more info visit: https://www.wwme-philly.org/.