ew N e Th Saint Frances Cabrini Parish “Come and See” MASS SCHEDULE Rev. Msgr. Michael P. McCormac, Pastor Deacon Mace M. Mazzoni Rev. Msgr. Michael K. Magee, Weekend Assistant SATURDAY EVENING VIGIL: 5:30 PM SUNDAY: 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 AM MONDAY—SATURDAY: 9:30 AM HOLY DAYS: 6:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, 7:00 PM Rectory Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM; 1:30-8:00 PM Phone Number: 215-946-4040 Fax Number: 215-943-1116 Email: [email protected] Secretary: Mrs. JoAnn Holden Parish Business Manager: Mrs. Karen David Director of Parish Services: Miss Audrey Wilson Director of Music: Miss Jean Madden Choir Director: Ms. Regina Leidy Office of Religious Education Coordinator: Miss Alixandra Holden Phone Number: 215-946-1115 Fax Number: 215-943-1116 SCRIP Program Office Coordinator:: Mrs. Beth Lucidi Phone Number: 215-486-5960 Holy Family Regional Catholic School 2477 Trenton Road, Levittown, PA 19056 Phone Number: 215-269-9600 Fax Number: 215-269-9609 Website: www.HFRCS.org Email: [email protected] Principal: Mrs. Linda Robinson Assistant Principal: Mrs. Kara Haggerty Secretary: Mrs. Eileen Doyle Holy Family Regional CYO Athletic Ministry David Cunningham 215-788-8879 Altar Servers, Extraordinary Ministers Greeters & Readers Miss Audrey Wilson Bereavement Ministry Miss Audrey Wilson Bible Study Miss Audrey Wilson Contact for Persons with Disabilities Ms. Linda Carmona-Bell Ushers Mr. Terry Hughes Men’s Club Mr. Alfred Kotchi R.C.I.A. Mrs. Jane Costantini Respect Life Activities Miss Audrey Wilson Sodality Marge Dingman Youth Ministry Miss Alixandra Holden Rite of Reconciliation Saturday 4:15 PM—5:15 PM or by appointment Care of the Sick Please inform the rectory office in the event of sickness or hospitalization. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Monday Evenings Baptism for Children First & Third Sunday at 1:00 PM. Please call the rectory for an appointment to make arrangements for a baptism. Baptism Preparation Please call the rectory for an appointment to make arrangements for baptism preparation. Welcome to the Parish Community We are pleased to welcome new members to our Parish Community. To register in the Parish Community, please call the rectory for an appointment. MISSION STATEMENT: We, the Catholic community of St. Frances Cabrini Parish, proclaim Jesus Christ, the Light of the world. He offers love, forgiveness, salvation to all. We commit ourselves to the sharing of his life and message through worship, family and community, evangelization, Catholic teaching, and Christian service. On this journey we entrust ourselves to Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. PARISH SITE: 325 SOUTH OXFORD VALLEY ROAD • FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030 WORSHIP SITE: 9164 NEW FALLS ROAD, FALLSINGTON, PA 19054 (215) 946-4040 • WWW.SAINTFRANCESCABRINI.NET FEBRUARY 15, 2015 ~ SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MASS INTENTIONS UPCOMING LENTEN SERIES EUCHARIST - PART 2 FEBRUARY 15, 2015 By Audrey Wilson The 11:00 AM Sunday Mass will be celebrated for the As we have been advertising for the past few weeks, we will deceased members of Saint Frances Cabrini Parish. be offering a Lenten Series entitled, Eucharist. This Lenten Series will be offered every Wednesday evening from 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM in the Monsignor Woods Hall beginning on February 25th and concluding on March 25th. This Lenten WEEK OF FEBRUARY 15, 2015 Series Program is designed for adults and young adults. MONDAY WEEKDAY This Series will examine three important aspects of this rich 9:30 AM Loretta Kennedy – her family Sacrament: The Eucharist as Sacred Meal, as Sacrifice, and as Real Presence. All who sign up will be provided with a guide for the Series which will enable all who participate to delve more TUESDAY SEVEN HOLY FOUNDERS deeply into the Catholic tradition along with Scripture and the OF THE SERVITE ORDER Church’s teaching as it is summarized in the Catechism of the 9:30 AM Rita Greiner – her children Catholic Church. WEDNESDAY ASH WEDNESDAY 9:30 AM Sheridan Goodwill – Leona Goodwill THURSDAY 9:30 AM WEEKDAY William Yurkovich – Val and Geri FRIDAY 9:30 AM WEEKDAY Ken Kurley – Victor and Janice Bandish The format of the sessions includes a DVD presentation by Father Richard Barron and then the opportunity to break into small groups using the guide as the source of sharing and exploring together. Each section provides four or five “Questions for Understanding” with references from Scripture and from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Each section also provides four or five “Questions for Reflection,” which will help us to reflect on how Father Barron’s message is relevant to our own life and experiences. The small group sessions are “low impact,” meaning that everyone is most welcome to speak or to remain silent. No one will be made to feel uncomfortable in any way. This Lenten Series will provide us the wonderful opportunity to delve into the central mystery of our faith by taking a deeper look at this most Holy Sacrament of the Eucharist. Our journey SATURDAY SAINT PETER DAMIAN together will provide a deeper understanding of the precious gift 9:30 AM Emma Stefanik – her sons of Christ’s Divine Life which we are privileged to receive at each and every Mass. As we have done for our previous adult faith formation FEBRUARY 22, 2015 programs, the Blessed Sacrament will be present in the Father The 7:00 AM Sunday Mass will be celebrated for the Laut Conference Room for private prayer and adoration each evening following the small group session. deceased members of Saint Frances Cabrini Parish. Flyers and Registration Forms are available at the doors of the church and also at the rectory. Adults and young adults are invited to come and learn more about the Eucharist. If you are SANCTUARY LAMP MEMORIALS interested in participating in the Lenten Series, please register as The Sanctuary Lamps are being provided this week in soon as possible, so that we might be properly prepared with memory of Rita Greiner as requested by the SFC Seniors and in Guide Books. memory of Dr. James O’Larnic as requested by his parents. Each Wednesday evening, prior to the Lenten Series which begins at 7:00 PM, we will also be hosting a Soup Supper in the Monsignor Woods Hall beginning at 6:00 PM. BREAD AND WINE MEMORIAL Please join us as we discover and celebrate what Vatican II The bread and wine are being provided this week in memory referred to as the “source and summit of Christian life.” of Thomas Polcha as requested by his wife, Nellie. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the rectory 215-946-4040. WE ARE A TITHING PARISH LENTEN SOUP SUPPER GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING Last Week’s Sunday Collection Parish Giving Electronic Fund Transfers Total $ $ $ 14,989 458 15,447 Prior Year’s Sunday Collection $ 11,760 Prior to the Lenten Series every Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM – 6:40 PM the Parish will be providing a Soup Supper. There will be no cost to participate, however, in order that we may prepare the appropriate amount of soup we ask that you indicate if you will be attending. Registration forms are available at the doors of the church. Page 1 ~ 228 ~ Saint Frances Cabrini Parish FEBRUARY 15, 2015 ~ SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FAST AND ABSTINENCE AND OTHER ACTS OF PENANCE DURING LENT The Bishops of the United States prescribe, as minimal obligation, that all persons who are fourteen years of age and older are bound to abstain from eating meat on Ash Wednesday, February 18, on all Fridays of Lent and on Good Friday. Further, all persons eighteen years of age and older, up to and including their fifty-ninth birthday, are bound to fast by limiting themselves to a single full meal on Ash Wednesday and on Good Friday, while the other two meals on those days are to be light. All the faithful are encouraged, when possible, to participate at Mass and to receive the Holy Eucharist daily, to celebrate frequently the Sacrament of Penance, to undertake spiritual reading, especially the study of the Sacred Scriptures, and to participate in parish Lenten devotions as well as Lenten education programs. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is especially recommended. All are encouraged to participate in Operation Rice Bowl, which has aided countless hungry persons here in the Archdiocese as well as throughout our nation and our world. Catholic Relief Services OPERATION RICE BOWL CRS Rice Bowl turns 40 this year! Commemorate this special milestone by participating in Rice Bowl this year. This special Lenten journey thouches people LOCALLY, as well as, GLOBALLY! 75% of Rice Bowl supports CRS projests arounfd the globe. This year’s focus countries are: Tanzania, Nicaragua, Niger, Lebanon and Democratic Republic of Congo. 25% remains local and supports the work of local food cupboards and soup kitchens through Nutritional Development Services. ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA Consultation of the Clergy and Faithful or the 2015 Synod of Bishops in Rome Pope Francis has called for an Ordinary Synod of Bishops in October 2015 on the theme, The Vocation and Mission of the Family in the Church and Contemporary World. The General Secretary of the Synod of Bishops, following a practice that typically anticipates every Synod, invites consultation on this topic to assist with its preparations. A Preparatory Document has been issued by the Holy See to initiate this consultation along with a series of questions. Archbishop Chaput, in an effort to provide an opportunity for the clergy and faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to engage in this consultation in as wide a manner as possible has authorized the use of this instrument for local participation. The clergy and faithful are asked to read the complete Preparatory Document, or its summary, on the archdiocesan website and then answer any or all of the questions that follow by visiting www.archphila.org CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL Similar to prior years, the 2015 Catholic Charities Appeal is a direct mailing by the Archdiocese, all donations and/or pledges ASH WEDNESDAY are to be sent directly to the Appeal’s address, there will be no On Ash Wednesday, February 18, we will celebrate Mass second collection for the 2015 Catholic Charities Appeal. The at 9:30 AM and 7:00 PM. During both liturgies, there will be Appeal can be sent via the envelope provided or simply sent to the distribution of ashes. the following address: Archdiocese of Philadelphia SCRIPTURE READINGS CL #4710, PO Box 95000 SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Philadelphia, PA 19195-4710 First Reading: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-36 THANK YOU FROM MARY’S CUPBOARD The Levitical laws pertaining to leprosy were the basis of society’s treatment of lepers in Jesus’ day. Fears of contagion Dear Monsignor McCormac and Parishioners, and ritual uncleanness were paramount and the leper was isolated Mary’s Cupboard is so grateful for your parish support in away from society. The connection with today’s First Reading feeding those in need. Without your dedication and generosity to and Gospel is Jesus’ healing of the leper. The Lord wants people our food pantry, we could not have fed the 1,585 families that to be healed. Once healed, all will dwell with God. came to us for help. Your parish should be so proud. This year’s Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1 Paul’s advice in this brief reading is to keep everyone else in total for your monthly food collection was 3,855 pounds, a mind when we act. Selfishness does not lead to God’s glory, tremendous amount of food for one parish to donate. Not only imitating Christ’s unselfish way does. Letting God’s glory be did we have support with food, but also with monetary donations. As you know, Mary’s Cupboard is a food pantry that foremost in our minds and hearts, Paul calls us to imitate him just provides food for individuals and families in emergency as he imitates Christ. situations regardless of their religious affiliation. Our clients Gospel: Mark 1:40-45 The leper who came and knelt before Jesus was one of a long include the poor, the elderly, the unemployed, the disabled, line of people who had sought His healing power. Notice the abandoned or abused families and their children, the homeless “immediate” results of Jesus’ healing touch and word. The and victims of emergency situations. Once again, thank you for your support and generosity, may instruction to go to the priests is according to the Levitical law. It God bless you and your families. is important to remember that in being declared clean, the man was re-admitted to Jewish society and worship. Word about Sincerely yours, Jesus’ healing powers spread rapidly, and people continued to Marion Slack, Betty Romett and Ann Hyjurick Co-coordinators of Mary’s Cupboard flock to Him in great numbers. Page 2 ~ 228 ~ Saint Frances Cabrini Parish FEBRUARY 15, 2015 ~ SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME LENTEN PARISH FISH FRY PARISH LUAU AND DANCE at St. Joseph the Worker Hall Saturday, February 21 7:00 PM –11:00 PM Join us Friday evenings of Lent at St. Doors open at 6:45 PM Joseph the Worker Hall from 4:00 PM to Dinner includes Roast Pork, Hawaiian Chicken, Cashew Green 7:00 PM for our Parish Lenten Fish Fry and Pizza. Every Friday Beans, Roasted Potatoes and Hawaiian Rolls we will be serving great food in the SJW Parish Hall for dine in Coffee and Desserts or take out – PLUS you can order ahead of time and let us know also Wine, Beer and soda when you want to pick up your dinner! Fried Flounder, Fried ALL FOR ONLY $20 PER PERSON Shrimp and Pizza are on the menu! Our Fish Fry will run every We will bring the warmth of a summer luau to a fun winter Friday from February 20 through March 27. Please see the dance with plenty of food, drink and desserts, with lots of dancing Special Insert in today’s Parish Bulletin to place advance orders. to the sounds of DJ John Serenelli! Tickets may be purchased at the Rectory, the PREP Office, the SCRIP Office and at the FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE Mark your calendars! Once again, the Youth Multi-Purpose Room during Pot of Gold this week! Group will host a Father Daughter Dance on PRAY FOR THE SICK Saturday, February 28 after the 5:30 PM Mass. Please pray for the following people and those who care for them: Please see the Special Insert in today’s Parish Kay Buffaloe James Mitchell Bulletin! Carrie Collozza Helen Mohn HOLY FAMILY DESIGNER BAG BINGO Vera Cuttone Robert Mora Emily Dougherty Gallus Obert Holy Family will be hosting a Designer Bag Ben Gatmaitan Nick Pipito Bingo on Friday, February 27 in Msgr. Woods Hall. Vilma George Nellie Polcha Doors open at 6:00 PM, games begin at 7:00 PM. Tickets are Ninetta Gift Tom Polcha, Jr. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. BYOB! Bags will be from Coach, Michael Kors and Kate Spade! Please make reservations Steve Glica Rita Rogy for parties of 10 or more. Call Nanci Reid at 267-471-5285 or Debbie Grosscup Helen Rosbach Tina Patitucci at 215-990-7556 for reservations and tickets! Patrick Haney Bob Sharpe Joan Hatton Larry Shearn GET YOUR AUCTION TICKETS NOW! Betty Hentz Mary Spagnolia Holy Family Regional Catholic School will Lynn Schmidt-Hickman Bill Stanton host its 5th annual auction on Saturday, March 28, Michael Huggard Chuck Van Der Miller 2015. Purchase your tickets now at the Rectory or Alex Kolaris Mark Whittaker through Holy Family. Admission is $25 per person Frank Koller Linda Wint and includes buffet, wine and beer, silent and live auctions, Laura Krisak raffles and much more. Debuting this year is Preview Night on PRAY FOR THE DECEASED Friday, March 27 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. An especially fun As we remember to pray for all of our personal families and night is planned so plan to join us! For information contact Mary our parish family announce the death of Deborah Condon, John Ann Conway @ [email protected] or 215-269-9600. Cunningham and Joseph Lerena. We ask for your prayers for KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BEEF N BEER them and their families. May the Lord Jesus bring all our loved Knights of Columbus Council #4215 will be holding a Beef ones into His Kingdom. N Beer and basket auction to benefit the Delaware Valley POT OF GOLD Veteran’s Nursing Home in Northeast Philadelphia. Tickets are The February 9 winning Pot of Gold numbers were: 2 – 6 – $25 each and include buffet, beer, wine and soda. The event will 14 – 23 31. The winning numbers are posted weekly on our take place on Saturday, February 28, from 6:00 PM-11:00 PM. website at www.saintfrancescabrini.net. There were six in the Nest on Woodbourne Road. Tickets for the basket auction consolation prize winners last week each receiving $167: sold separately. For more information call PGK Alan Wersler at WINNER SELLER 215-943-5005 or PGK Jim Price at 215-943-5865. Janet Gatto Chris Smith ATTENTION CATHOLICS AGES 21-35 Jesse Luna Gia Luna THEOLOGY ON TAP WINTER SERIES Bill Kral Syd Kral Cy Squiccimara Join young adults from across the county for a CatholicZamora Cassie Zamora based presentation series in a comfortable social Linda Minnes B. Minnes environment. This month’s Theology on Tap will be held at This week’s drawing will take place on Monday, February Giuseppe’s Pizza on Second Street Pike in Richboro on Friday, February 27 at 7:30 PM. Fr. Chris Walsh, Pastor at 16, at 7:00 PM in the Multi-Purpose Room located behind St. Raymond of Penafort in Philadelphia, will present this month's Monsignor Woods Hall. The jackpot is now: topic, "40 For 40: A Commoner's Guide to Lent." 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