Upcoming Meetings and Events
All Saints’ Day: Tuesday (11/1), Holy Day Mass at 7:30 AM, 12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM in church, school & parish offices closed, no EFF on Monday (10/31) or Tuesday (11/1)
Walking With Purpose: Tuesdays (through 12/20), 7:00 PM, Zoom & Wednesdays (through 12/21), 9:30 AM, St. Matthew
All Souls’ Memorial Mass: Wednesday (11/2), 7:00 PM, church & narthex
Wedding Altar Server Training: Wednesday (11/2), 6:00 PM, church
Legion of Mary: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Women at the Well: Thursdays, 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Men’s Spirituality: Thursday (11/3), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
Knights of Columbus Council Meeting: Thursday (11/3), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
Lady Knights Meeting: Thursday (11/3), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Walking With Purpose (Opening Your Heart): Fridays, 10:00 AM, Zoom
Nourish for Caregivers: Saturday (11/5), 10:30 AM, Holy Family
SEAM Soccer Banquet: Saturday (11/5), 6:30 PM, social hall
Sharing Our Bounty Candy Collection: Saturday (11/5) & Sunday (11/6), before all Masses, Holy Family
Adult Bible Study: Tuesday (11/8 through 12/6), 9:30 AM, St. Matthew & Zoom, & 7:00 PM, Holy Family & Zoom
Parish School Open House (pre-K, K & 1): Sunday (11/6), 12:30 PM, school gym
Forty Hours Devotion & Parish Mission: Sunday (11/6), Monday (11/7) & Tuesday (11/8), 7:00 PM in church, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Monday (11/7) & Tuesday (11/8) after 7:30 AM Mass until 7:00 PM
BLJ Executive Committee: Monday (11/7), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
RCIA: Mondays, 7:00 PM, Holy Family
Bereavement Team Meeting: Wednesday (11/9), 9:00 AM, Saint Luke
7th & 8th Grade Youth Group Meeting: Wednesday (11/9), 6:00 PM, school library
Scouts Pack Meeting: Wednesday (11/9), 6:30 PM, social hall
SDOS Planning Team: Wednesday (11/9), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Communications Committee: Wednesday (11/9), 7:00 PM, St. Matthew
HSA Leadership Meeting: Wednesday (11/9), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
BLJ Development Meeting: Thursday (11/10), 7:00 PM, St. Luke
MLK DOS Prep Meeting: Thursday (11/10), 7:00 PM, St. Mark
Pre-Jordan I: Saturday (11/12), 10:30 AM, St. Matthew & St. Mark
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Other Activities of Interest
24th Annual Heat for the Holidays Program
Oliver Heating & Air Conditioning in Morton is sponsoring a program to donate and install heaters for local families who might be experiencing hardships and need a helping hand during the holiday season. You can nominate a family you know who may be eligible for this program by writing a letter (you can also nominate yourself). Nominees must live and will be chosen from any one of our service areas: Delaware County, Chester County, Montgomery County and New Castle County. Visit https://www.oliverheatcool.com/heat-for-the-holidays/ for details.
Bingo @ Holy Martyrs Church
Holy Martyrs Parish in Oreland hosts Bingo on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. Doors open at 6:00 PM, games start at 7:00 PM. BYOB/BYOS, some food & drinks will be available for purchase – hot dogs, popcorn, Stock’s pound cake, soda, water, coffee, tea & hot chocolate. more information call 215-884-8575.
Healing Retreat
If you or someone you love has been suffering from the emotional and spiritual pains of an abortion no matter how much time has passed – please know that a Rachel’s Vineyard retreat weekend will help your soul transform that pain into a hope for the future. Join us for a safe, loving, and confidential weekend to experience the healing power of God’s infinite mercy from November 4-6 at the IHM Spirituality Center in Malvern. To register or get information, contact: Susan: 610-716-4795 or Georgeann: 484-955-4278
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants – Vigil for Life
Join us as a Volunteer Helper of God’s Precious Infants in a Vigil for Life on Saturday, November 5. We will attend the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Agnes Parish in West Chester with celebrant Fr. David Buffum, followed by a Rosary Pilgrimage to Planned Parenthood. For additional information contact Pat & Jack O’Brien at
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
St. Patrick Parish in Malvern invites you to experience firsthand the story of Father Maximilian Kolbe through a live theatrical presentation performed by St. Luke Productions on Thursday, November 17 at 7:00 PM. Saint Max was a heroic priest who offered his life for a family man in the concentration camp of Auschwitz during World War II. His story challenges us all to consider the powerful witness of laying down one’s life for another. A free will offering will be collected for this event. For tickets, questions or more information, please contact Emily Novak at
Candlelight Remembrance at All Souls Cemetery
On Thursday, December 1, from 6:00-7:30 PM, All Souls Cemetery in Coatesville will hold a Candlelight Remembrance Service for all loved ones who are resting there. The service will be led by Rev. Michael J. Fitzpatrick from St. Peter Church, live music and refreshments. Rain date will be Tuesday, December 6. For more information, contact Renee Cirino at 610-484-5145.
The Schuylkill Valley Regional Dance Company Presents The Nutcracker
Come warm your hearts and ignite your spirits in this treasured Christmas holiday classic for the whole family! Featuring over 55 dancers and professional artists. Clara and her friend the Nutcracker await to take you on this magical adventure to the Land of Sweets! There will be two showings on Saturday December 10, at 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM at the Phoenixville Middle School Theatre, 1000 Purple Pride Parkway in Phoenixville. Price: $22 for adults; $17 for children under 12. For information & online ticket purchases visit https://www.svrdc.org/.