St. Vincent De Paul Church
109 East Price Street ♦ Philadelphia, PA 19144-2145 ♦ 215-438-2925
www.facebook.com/StVincentDePaulCatholicCommunity www.saint-vincent-church.org
Mission Statement
St. Vincent de Paul is a faith community striving to live Jesus’ gospel message of love, peace and justice for all peoples. In the spirit
of St. Vincent de Paul, we will serve those in need in our world through our ministries. The celebration of the liturgy is central to us.
Through the Eucharist and the guidance of the Holy Spirit we will continue to nurture the gifts of all our members. Our parish
family, while remembering our past, will draw strength and unity from our diversity. We will foster an atmosphere of warmth,
hospitality and prayerfulness. We pray that our commitment to these efforts will further the mission of being one with our God and
one with each other.
The DePaul Catholic School , An Independent Mission School
44 W. Logan Street ♦ Philadelphia, PA 19144 ♦ 215-842-1266 www.thedepaulcatholicschool.org
Parish Staff
Sylvester Peterka, C.M.
Pastor, Ext. #218
Timothy V. Lyons, C. M.
Parochial Vicar, Ext #220
Sr. Bernadette Miller, D.C.
Principal, The DePaul Catholic School
Valerie Lee-Jeter
Antoinette Reaves
Darin P. Williams
Ministers of Music
Kitty Intrieri
Bookkeeper, Ext. #229
Helen Rosales
Secretary, Ext. #213
Evelyn Rogers
Parish Social Ministry
215-438-1514
Maria Beatty
Dir., Religious Education
215-844-7287
Laura A. Ford
Prison & Re-entry Ministry
Director Ext. #226
Barbara Purnell-Small
Director of Youth
& Young Adult Ministry
Eucharistic Celebrations
Saturday 4pm, Sunday 9 &11am
Daily Tuesday-Thursday 7am,
Friday 12:05pm
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Please call for an appointment.
Partners in Ministry
Inn Dwelling
Sr. Rosemarie Jefferson
Administrator
Alfred J. Smith, C.M.
Director
215-438-2195
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Face to Face
Mary Kay Meeks-Hank
Exec. Director
215-849-0179
267-566-8402
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My Place Germantown
Mary Ellen Graham
Executive Director
215-848-2892
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Mass Intentions: November 9-15
SUN
11/09
Paul Kelly
Jean Coleman
MON 11/10 NO MASS
TUES 11/11 Miraculous Medal
WED 11/12 Miraculous Medal
THU 11/13 Miraculous Medal
FRI
11/14 Joan Bretschneider
SAT 11/15 Miraculous Medal
9:00 am
11:00am
7:00 am
7:00 am
7:00 am
12:05 pm
4:00 pm
This Week’s Calendar
SUN
SAT
11/09 Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
11/15 Sacrament of Penance
3-3:30 pm
For This We Pray
Parishioners
Muriel Ancrum, Patricia Banmiller, Bernadette Barry,
Marion DiFerdinando, Katherine Elliott, Charles Forrest,
Tom Weir, Anoah Curtis, Myles McDonald, William Drinker,
Judith Di Battista, Ruby Tyer, Donna Jean Cocchia,
Leo Johnson, Agnes Bauerlein, Patricia Judge, Pat Burton,
Thomas Baumann, Bobbi Satterthwait, Gloria Pio, Nan Wade,
Ginny Witte, Dick Taylor, Betsy Moore, Vince Morgan,
Gerry Widmann, Dorothy McGoldrick, Jean Coleman.
Friends of St. Vincent’s
Maryann Hunsicker, Steven David Aslow, Mary Fazzini
DeCanelo, Laura Alfonse, Nancy Tooker, Catherine Gransz,
C’Aron & Wynter Marie Hamilton, Tim McCabe,
Harrison Harper, Claude Harper, Jaedon Anthony Horton,
Arturo Magana Herrera, Lisa Kineke, John Brennan,
Ashley Kiker, The Carey Family, Monique and Joseph Phillips,
Dan Wuenschel,Marilyn Brockish, Ashley Hannum Margetech,
Johnny Hilferty, Diane McCabe, Judy Spearmint,
Anne Schuster, Millie Kribel, Kathleen Lawson, Karen NevinsGoldman, Dorothy Heimlich, Connie Bronson,
Joseph Simmons, Amy Natkins, Terri Jackson.
Our Sister Parish of Las Anonas de Santa Cruz, El Salvador
Those who fight in wars, those who are victims of war, and
those who seek peace and justice.
PASTORAL CARE
Please inform us of anyone who may need our love and prayers
whether they are aged, sick, hospitalized, in life crisis, or
grieving or for the Sacrament of the Sick. We will bring the
Eucharist to those unable to attend Mass regularly because of
sickness or infirmity. Please call the Rectory at 438-2925.
COLLECTIONS
Last Week’s Collection
Electronic
Total
Tithe
$3,247.50
2,500.00
$5,747.50
$ 287.38
Tithe is 5% of weekly collection which is tithed out the
community upon request. Electronic Contribution forms
are attached. Call 215-438-2925 if you have questions.
Today’s Readings
First Reading:
Psalm:
Second Reading:
Gospel:
Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12
Psalm 46
I Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17
John 2:13-22
Readings for Next Week
First Reading:
Psalm:
Second Reading:
Gospel:
Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31
Psalm 128
I Thessalonians 5:1-6
Matthew 25:14-30
Daily Readings
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Ti 1:1-9; Ps 24:1b-4ab, 5-6; Lk 17:1-6
Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Ps 37:3-4, 18, 23, 27, 29;
Lk 17:7-10
Ti 3:1-7; Ps 23:1b-6; Lk 17:11-19
Phlm 7-20; Ps 146:7-10; Lk 17:20-25
2 Jn 4-9; Ps 119:1-2, 10-11, 17-18;
Lk 17:26-37
3 Jn 5-8; Ps 112:1-6; Lk 18:1-8
BAPTISM OF OUR CHILDREN
Call Fr. Sy Peterka, Pastor, at 215-438-2925 for dates and times
that are convenient for both the family and the Church.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
The RCIA is the process through which adults become members of the Catholic Church. If you are interested in exploring
whether the Catholic Church is where you want to begin or
continue your Christian faith journey, please contact the Rectory at (215) 438-2925.
THOSE IN NEED OF SACRAMENTS
Please contact Fr. Sy Peterka, ext. 218 at the Rectory to make
arrangements.
MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
If you are interested in becoming involved in one or more of
our Parish ministries, call the Church Office at 438-2925.
PARISH OUTREACH
Non-perishable food donations may be made Monday Tuesday
and Friday between 9am. and Noon., or at other times by first
calling Evelyn Rogers at 215-438-1514, or 215-438-2925.
RESERVATIONS FOR MEETINGS/EVENTS
Please call Helen at the Rectory: 215-438-2925.
RACIAL HEALING STATEMENT
To foster a community in which people of all races and
cultures are treated as equals and fully participate in the
life of the church. We hope to achieve this by......
Deepening Cross-Racial/Cross-Cultural relationships;
Developing each person’s gifts for Leadership & Ministry;(Including each group’s Art & Culture) and by.......
Supporting action for justice.
Announcements November 9-15
SECOND COLLECTION ON NOVEMBER 16
Please remember to donate to St. Charles Borremeo Seminary.
THE LEGION OF MARY MEETINGS
Legion of Mary meets every Wednesday at 1pm in the Rectory.
ST. VINCENT’S SENIORS
Seniors meet Wednesdays in the Community Room.
MINISTRY OF HOSPITALITY
We invite you to hospitality in the Parish Center after the 9am
Mass each week where we serve coffee, donuts, and other
drinks and opportunities to know each other better. Please help
us provide this hospitality by agreeing to host for a Sunday.
You purchase donuts and some beverages and greet guests.
Paper products and coffee are stocked in the cabinet. You will
be reimbursed for all purchases. A signup sheet is on the
bulletin board by the side entrance of the church. For more
information, call Jack DiFeo at 215 887-7911.
VISITING EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Please make sure the office knows of your visits so that we can
record them and follow up if necessary.
BECOMING A CATHOLIC
Our faith journey classes for those interested in exploring
becoming Catholic are beginning. Call Fr. Sy for information.
BIBLE STUDY
We have two options: One group meets every other Sunday
after the 9am Mass in the rectory parlor. The second and third
groups meet on Thursdays at 7pm or Saturdays at 2:15pm in the
rectory meeting room. Join us to study the Word in more depth.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
The Society will hold an orientation meeting on Saturday,
November 15, 9am-1pm at the Shrine. Call the rectory to rsvp.
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A Prayer for the World Meeting of Families
Philadelphia 2015
God of us all, in Jesus, your Son
and our Savior,
You have made us your sons and
daughters in the family of the
church.
May your grace and love help our families in every
part of the world be united to one another in fidelity to
the Gospel.
May the example of the Holy Family with the aid of
your Holy Spirit, guide all families, especially those
most troubled, to be homes of communion and prayer
and to always seek your truth and live in your love.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen
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AT HOME WITH THE WORD
At Home with the Word, Year B for lectors and parishioners are
available now. Lector workbooks are $15, parishioner editions
are $10. See Jean Flynn, Sheila Sharpe, Rosemary Duffey,
Mary Laver, or Kitty.
POWER REMINDER
We at POWER St. Vincent thank you for supporting our
initiative to support fair school funding for Philadelphia. We
also want to thank all of the volunteers who gave so much time
and energy to seeing that we reach our goal. Contact Joe Clay
215-266-7256 or Terri Burgin 215-605-7931 if you would like
to learn more about POWER.
ST. VINCENT’S LEARNING LAB
"Did you know that 1 in 5 Philadelphians struggle with basic
reading tasks, and 50% lack the literacy skills required for
many family-sustaining jobs in today's workforce?” (Excel
Philadelphia, 2009). Become a tutor at Community Learning
Center at St. Vincent's and become part of the solution! Now
recruiting volunteers to begin in November. Hours: Tues. or
Thurs., 9 - 11:30 am or 1 - 3:30pm.
[email protected] or 267-463-2306 x 1
SAVE THE DATE: Beef n Beer to benefit The DePaul
Catholic School - Friday, Nov. 21 at the Commodore Barry
Irish Club...more details to come…
FOOD CUPBOARD
We will be distributing Thanksgiving
baskets to needy families. We would
appreciate your donations of frozen
turkeys and non-perishable foods.
Call Evelyn Rogers at 215-438-1514.
FACE TO FACE NEEDS TURKEYS!
Once again Face to Face is preparing for the more than 200
men, women, and children we expect will
join us on Thanksgiving Day for a holiday
meal. Please consider dropping off cooked
and sliced turkey at the Parish Hall on
Wednesday, or Thursday, November 26
or 27 between 9-12pm. Your generosity is
very much appreciated.
DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL CORNER
Teaching Religion at DePaul with Ms. Theresa Evans, 1st
grade
Ms. Evans thinks Religion is the “basis for helping kids grow
up and be conscientious global citizens”. She wants to help the
students think about how their faith calls them to help others.
Her message is “God loves you, so you need to love others.”
and she sees how the little ones are very open to caring for
others. Ms. Evans also loves to help the children celebrate
many Holy Days and does special celebrations for Our Lady of
Guadalupe, Advent, St. Nicholas Day… focusing on the Spirit
of Generosity. You can see some photos of the children
celebrating Our Lady of Guadelupe on our St. Vincent’s
Facebook page in the album section and more school photos on
The DePaul Catholic School Facebook page.
St. Vincent De Paul Parish
Registration Form
Thanks for being here! If you would like to become an
ACTIVE member of St. Vincent De Paul Parish (full-time
or part-time), we invite you to complete the Parish
Registration form below
Date ______________ Envelope Number_________
Office use only
Name_______________ _______ _______________
Last
First
Address_____________________________________
City______________________State_____ Zip_______
Date of Birth________Home phone:______________
Cell number__________________________________
Email_______________________________________
Full Name and relationship of all resident family
members:
_________________DOB________Relationship________
_________________DOB________Relationship________
_________________DOB________Relationship________
_________________DOB________Relationship________
Have you received the Sacraments?
( ) Baptism, ( ) Confirmation, ( ) First Communion, ( ) Marriage
Are you interested in
( ) Liturgical Ministry
( ) Service Ministry
What gifts do you bring to St. Vincent de Paul? Can you sing,
lector, teach, pray….
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_________________________________________________
Please place completed form in the Offertory basket
or send to the parish office & someone will contact
you.
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Bulletin Deadline Mondays by noon: email to
[email protected]
St. Vincent de Paul Church
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Thank you for considering donations to St. Vincent de
Paul electronically via your bank account. Please
complete this form, so we can set things up for you. If
you have any questions, call Kitty at 215-438-2925 x229
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Date of 1st Donation____________________
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Monthly on the 15th_____
Weekly (every Monday)_____
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PETITIONS FOR NOVEMBER 8-9, 2014
Inspired by Ezekiel's vision of the river of life flowing from the Temple, we pray that a
river of love, forgiveness and compassion would flow continually from our parish. Let us
pray to the Lord.
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We remember those loved ones and parish members who have died. May their souls
and all the souls of the faithful departed find eternal rest and may the living, in faith,
even now experience that rest. Let us pray to the Lord.
Ignite in each of us present here today a burning zeal for justice. Embolden us. Lord, to
take a stand where necessary. Let us pray to the Lord.
We pray for the edifice that is the Catholic Church. May she grow ever more in the
image of Christ. Let us pray to the Lord.
We lift up all the ministries of our parish, as well as the ministers, each of whom choose
to do good in Christ's name by serving, teaching, donating and praying. Let us pray to
the Lord.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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N e w and improved St. Vincent's W e b s i t e coming soon at the beginning of Advent. Photos
and videos needed for the St. Vincent website! W e need pictures and videos or any other
media related to St. Vincent Church, both old and new. T h e y can be attached to an email
and sent to 1 0 8 5 5 0 3 8 7 0 9 6 7 7 9 Q 8 3 1 1 2 . S a i n t V @ p i c a s a w e b . c o m . Please provide a short
description of the picture or video on the Subject Line of your email. Thanks.
Martin D e Porres Celebration. This afternoon at 3:00 P M . Bus will leave here at 1:30 P M .
Pastoral Council m e e t s this Tuesday at 7:00 P M .
Electronic Giving. W e would like to encourage you to consider "electronic giving". T h e r e is
an application form on the cover of the Bulletin. It's simple! It's easy! It helps keep our
church financially solid. If you have any questions please call Kitty or ask a finance council
member.
Thanksgiving is Thursday, N o v e m b e r 27^^ Please start your Thanksgiving by giving Thanks
to God at our 10 A M M a s s .
Deacon Bradley - H e a d of the Office of African
American
Ministries will be coming to visit
us the first Sunday of Advent ( N o v e m b e r 2 9 &. 3 0 ) . After each service. H e will be
available to tell us a little about the office and to hear concerns.
W o r l d Meeting of Family
N e x t w e e k e n d w e will have m o r e information for you on h o w to register for the W o r l d
Meeting of Families.
1. You do not need to go to the Conference
to go see Pope Francis
2. The Archdiocese is looking for m a n y volunteers to help at the W o r l d Meeting and
the Pope's Visit. Ail volunteers will need
clearance
forms.
3. T h e Archdiocese is also looking for "Host Families" w h e r e you can be m a t c h e d
with a family needing housing as they c o m e to Philadelphia.
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N O V E N A SERVICES S C H E D U L E
B Monday,
November
17 and 24
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Novena Prayers, Mass, and Sermon
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Wednesday,
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November
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And Blessed is the Fruit of Your Womb, Jesus
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Holy Mary
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Mother of God
nday, Nov. 2 4 :
Pray for Us Sinners, Now
sday Nov. 2 5 :
And at the Hour of Our Death, AMEN
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to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
a These Novenas are for the intentions of:
Monday, Nov. 17:
Priests, Seminarians, and Religious Men and Women
Tuesday, Nov. 18:
Public Seivants: Police, Firefighters, and EMTs
Wednesday, Nov. 19: U.S. Veterans and Military Personnel
Thursday, Nov. 2 0 :
Catholic Educators
Friday, Nov. 2 1 :
Seniors (each service will have "Anointing of the Sick"
Saturday, Nov. 2 2 :
Catholic Medical Professionals: Doctors, Nurses,
and Technicians
Sunday, Nov. 2 3 :
Monday, Nov. 2 4 :
Tuesday, Nov. 2 5 :
Vincentian and Novena Families: All Who Attend
Vincentian Parishes and the Monday Novenas
(Past and Present Devotees)
Catholic Societies/Organizations: Knights of
Columbus, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Legion of
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL PARISH CALLED TO PROPHETIC ACTION
St. Vincent de Paul Church will be partnering with another New
Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia congregation to support a family
that has asked for sanctuary. Giving sanctuary to someone is both
sacred and scary. We do it only because of the grave harm that
" deportation is causing to immigrant families. It is a prophetic action of
civil disobedience that is necessary at this point in time in order to draw
attention to the injustice and harm of deportation.
We encourage individual members of St. Vincent de Paul Church to
volunteer their services to support the sanctuary family. Read the
reverse of this sheet for a general idea of what we are about and then,
if you feel so moved, sign up on the Sanctuary Sign-up sheet.
St. Vincent de Paul parish will not be available to give sanctuary to
someone but we can be supportive as a church and as individuals. Join
us in this venture in the spirit of Christ's peace and justice. If you have
questions, talk to us or even contact Director Peter Pedemonti (215279-7060).
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Sanctuary 2014
Leadership of those in Sanctuary
Immigrants in Sanctuary are the leaders of this movement. Those taking Sanctuary are putting everything on the
line and are often risking a great deal for the benefit of the larger movement; their leadership, their voice, their
opinions and wisdom should be prioritized at all times. Sanctuary is hard work and requires great sacrifice - i f at
any time a family wishes to leave Sanctuary, their wishes should be respected and celebrated.
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What are the logistics of Sanctuary?
Living Arrangements
Ideally, the family w i l l have space on the grounds of the house of worship that will not be used for any other purpose for the duration of Sanctuary. They should be encouraged to arrange the room in whatever way they
would like and to make it as much like home as they can. Easy access to showers, bathrooms, and a kitchen
should be considered in designating a space for the family (sometimes showers will need to be configured in
some way for those locations without permanent showers). Because the entire purpose of declaring Sanctuary is
to keep a family together, the entire family is invited to stay at the house of worship. While the individual living
in Sanctuary does not leave the premises, the family comes and goes as they choose. At times the family can
become overwhelmed by visitors and media. They should be encouraged to establish whatever boundaries they
need.
It is the practice of immigration officials and law enforcement agencies to respect the sanctity of houses of
worship by not coming on their property for the purpose of apprehending an individual who has an order of
deportation. That being said, it is a good practice to always have someone at the house of worship with the
person who is in sanctuary, even at night. This accompaniment is important in a volatile political climate where
protestors may show up. But more than that, it is a comfort for the family to know they are not alone.
Legal Questions
Everyone always wants to know - are we breaking the law? Law is a lot like scripture - its up to your
interpretation. There is a law against bringing in and harboring persons not authorized to be in the U.S. Whether
.^^^ we are harboring someone is up for interpretation. Some courts have interpreted harboring to require
^~Ux>ttcdalment of a person, when we declare Sanctuary for an individual we are bringing them into the light of the
community, not concealing them in the dark of secrecy. Other courts have interpreted harboring to be simple
sheltering. The other reality is that immigration officials know that i f they went into a house of worship to
arrest a pastor they would have a public relations nightmare on their hands. To date no one has ever been
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Community Support
Families living in Sanctuary are often in need of support in a multitude of different ways. Most importantly they
need the support of our friendship - so plan game nights, hang out with them, do what you can to make them
feel at home and a part of your congregational family. It is also important that they are able to retain some
normalcy as a family - this can often be done by enabling them to cook for themselves. You may find that
congregation members will want to show their love and support by bringing food, which may be helpful a few
nights a week, but it is important that the family is able to care for themselves and control as much as possible
in a situation that is very much out of their control. Instead of bringing meals, encourage people to bring food
that they can cook with. All NSM members and congregations will support the family and host congregation in
providing Sanctuary.
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Please consider giving to this worthy cause. For those who may not know Dave...he and his wife, Maryann
are long time members of St. Vincent's and Dave serves on our Parish Pastoral Council
Dear St Vincent family and friends,
For the past year, I have served as Principal at Pastorius Elementary – Mastery Charter. The school is a
first-year turnaround and the experience has been an incredible journey. We opened our doors for students
on August 28, 2013 – the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
Students, families, and staff have begun the hard work of turning around Pastorius – from an
underperforming school to a world-class school. For example, only 16% of 6th graders passed the PSSA
state Reading test in the 2012-13 school year. This past year, 42% of that same group of children passed
the 7th grade Reading test. Nice progress, but still miles to go.
We need your support to sustain this growth. Our students are starving for new books. Luckily, we
have a gorgeous library space, but no books. When we received the keys to the building, the books had
been removed. We need high-interest books to captivate our students imaginations and inspire them to
read.
Will you stand with me to promote child literacy with a donation of $25 today? A $25 donation
will provide six books for our library.
Help us fill our 250 shelves with books by following the steps below:
1. Click here
2. Select “Pastorius Elementary”
3. Enter amount
With your support, we can make Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream a reality.
Please consider forwarding this plea for help on to others. THANK YOU!
Sincerely,
Dave
David McDonough
Principal
Pastorius Mastery Charter School
267.228.0888
www.masterycharter.org
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Mission Sunday October 26,2014 at
Saint Vincent's Church 11 am Mass
109 E.Price St,
Phila,Pa
Hoping that you can come to our events
To help the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament.
Donald Wliyte, President
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Saturday, November 8, 2014
Welcome and thank you for attending Depaul USA's
2014 Feels Like Home Fall Gala in honor of Rev.
Bernard M. Tracey, CM.
Fr. Tracey has touched all of our lives at Depaul USA,
especially those who struggle with poverty and
homelessness, with kindness and generosity. During
the past five years, his leadership has been a guiding
force as Depaul USA expands its services into a national
response to homelessness.
Fr. Tracey exemplifies the Vincentian Values and, like St.
Vincent de Paul, is a man of action and works tirelessly
to help the poorest of the poor.
We are grateful to Fr. Tracey for all that he has done to
support Depaul USA's work to bring real solutions to
those facing homelessness.
"My involvement with Depaul USA has been a
fulfillment of vision and mission uniting people in the
desire to help one another in creating a better
future." Rev. Bernard M. Tracey, CM
Depaul USA Board of Directors
Bernard M. Tracey, CM
Sr. Martha Beaudoin, DC
Kathryn McBrearty Gerhardt
Dr. Bon S. Ku
Sr. Jean Maher, DC
Gary Musolf
Larry Pearlman
Curtis J. Tarver
Deeni Taylor
Harry J. Williamson
Charles Levesque, Executive Director
www.depaulusa.org
The Vincentian Community at
St. John's University's
Rev. John B. Murray C M House
In the Spirit of their Founder St. Vincent DePaul
Extend heartfelt congratulations to our Vincentian confrere
Rev. Bernard M. Tracey, C M
In honor of your dedicated leadership as
Board Chairman of Depaul USA and upon receipt of
"The Chdtillon Award"
Rev. Peter J. Albano, C M
Rev. Stephen C. Bicsko, C M
Rev. Henry M . Bradbury, C M
Rev. Michael J. Callaghan, C M
Rev. Joseph V. Daly, C M
Rev. James F. Dorr, C M
Rev. Patrick S. Flanagan, C M
Rev. John B. Freund, C M
Rev. Patrick J. Griffin, C M
Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C M
Rev. John A . Kettelberger, C M
Rev. Peter H . Le, C M
Rev Cregorius Nugroho, C M
Rev. Gemechu Y. Raga, C M
Rev. Richard J. Rock, C M
Rev. Astor L. Rodriguez, C M
Rev. Slawek Szucki, C M
Rev. Cirmay A . Tesfay, C M
Rev. Michael D. Whalen, C M
Rev. Marcin Wrobel, C M
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Special Thanks to our Donors and Sponsors Who Have Generously
Contributed to the "Feels Like Home" 2014 Fall Gala in honor of
Rev. Bernard M. Tracey, CM
Our Donors
Ann Baiada
Sr. Martha Beaudoin, DC
Jane Bonner
Dominic Cameron
Claire Dukes
Victor and Gail Gartenstein
Sr. Georgette Gavioli
Ralph Glaser
Mary Ellen Graham
Emily and Howard Greenberg
Mark and Jane Greenberg
Suzi and Bruce Halpin
John Keeler
Bruce Koegler
Candace Lerario
James and Jerri McGovern
John Moran
Margaret Niedda
Louis Rosner
Paul Standeven
Judy and Roger van Allen
Regina Vogelsong
Mary Elaine and Bob Weber
Our Sponsors
Flynn & O'Hara Uniforms
Christina Kind
Bob Lankin
Elliott Lewis Corporation
SEI
St. Vincent's Seminary
van Ameringen Foundation
Vincentian Community
Williamson Hospitality Services, Inc.
Many Thanks to Our 2014
Gala Committee Members
Sr. Martha Beaudoin, DC
Mike Clark
Lynn Giordano
Alice Guarino
Maureen McCarthy
Larry Pearlman
Peggy Robertson
Liz Wilson
Elliott-Lewis
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God and Father o f us all,
in Jesus, your Son and our Savior,
you have made us
your sons and daughters
in the family o f the Church.
May your grace and love
help our families
in every part o f the world
be united to one another
in fidelity to the Gospel.
May the example o f the Holy Family,
with the aid o f your Holy Spirit,
guide all families,
especially those most troubled,
to be homes o f communion and prayer
and to always seek your truth and live in
your love.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph,
pray for us!
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