Sunday Mass Readings
May 30, 2021
Click here for a link to the Sunday readings.
Entrance: Battle Hymn | 578
1st: Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40
Psalm 33
Psalm 33
2nd: Romans 8:14-17
Offertory: America the Beautiful | 735
Communion: This is My Song | 733
Recessional: O God Beyond All Praising | 537
Mass will be live streamed from 9 AM-10 AM. The recording will be posted on Monday morning by 11 AM. Visit St. David Church on YouTube to watch previous Masses.
Spiritual Reflection
from St. David Parish
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us in CCC #234, the Trinity is the central mystery of the Catholic faith. We can never fully comprehend its meaning due to our human limitations. However, we may recall in our elementary religion classes how Saint Patrick used the three-leaf clover to explain the Trinity to people. As the clover which has three distinct leaves, yet is one, so too in the Trinity we have God the Father – our Creator; God the Son – Jesus, our Redeemer; and God the Holy Spirit – our Advocate, Guide, and Sanctifier, one God, three distinct persons in the Trinity. Click HERE to continue reading Sister Mary's reflection.
The rectory will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31st.
We would like to thank the St. David Schola for their beautiful music that they have provided over the past year. This Sunday, May 30th the Schola will provide music for Memorial Day at the 11 AM Mass before they take a well-deserved summer break.
Mass on Monday, May 31st will be at 8 AM.
We will pray the
Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel after every mass.
Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray. And do thou, O prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
A Message from Sr. Michele
I will be transferring from our beloved St. David Parish and my dear OLC School Family to begin a new Ministry of Service at our Camilla Hall Nursing Home, our IHM Powerhouse of Prayer. The official time to transfer to our new assignments is usually in early August but nothing is usual or normal this year of the Pandemic virus.
I wish to thank you, the wonderful people of my beloved Parish community for 20 years of fond memories. It was a gift and a blessing to serve a our OLC School Family! It was also a honor to teach 1st graders in our PREP program and for a few years to meet with the IHM Junior Companion Club with the St. David Queen of Angels students.
I wish to thank Fr. Windle and our former pastors, Msgr. Bolger and Fr. Connors for being such wonderful Spiritual Leaders. Through the years, I have been blessed to share community life with many dedicated IHM sisters at our convent home. I hope at a later time to inform you of my official date of departure but for now and for those old enough to remember Bob Hope’s theme song: “Thanks for the Memories.” We all know when “journeys must end… and new journeys begin.”
With love, prayers, and gratitude,
Sr. Michele Crawford
Sr. Michele Crawford
SUMMER RECTORY HOURS (6/14-9/6):
Monday-Thursday | 9 AM -5 PM
Friday | CLOSED
MASS SCHEDULE
Daily Mass
Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM
Saturday | 8 AM
Summer Daily Mass
June 14 – September 6
Monday – Saturday | 8 AM
Weekend Mass
Vigil | 4:00
Sunday | 9 AM Live Stream & 11 AM
Confession
Saturday | 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Vaccines: Catholic Research & Answers
- Vatican: Note of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith on the morality of using some anti-Covid-19 vaccines (Español)
- USCCB: Answers to Key Ethical Questions about COVID-19 Vaccines and Moral Guidance on Vaccines webpage
- Archdiocese: The Archdiocesan Office for Life and Family has launched a web-page with research and answers to ethical questions concerning COVID-19 vaccines. http://phillycatholiclife.org/life-affirming-choices-3/covid-19-vaccines-explained/
You’re invited to participate in our Summer Raffle Basket "Fun"draiser!
We are raffling off THREE baskets: $100 Instant Lottery Tickets, a Vera Bradley Designer Bag Basket, and a Phillies Tailgate Basket.
Please help support St. David Parish by purchasing raffle tickets.
Tickets are $20 for 10 chances to win the baskets pictured below. Please fill in the attached form and return it to the rectory or place it in the collection basket at mass with $20 (cash or check) and we will do the rest!
Don’t delay! Tickets will only be sold until Sunday, June 13th. Winners will be drawn on June 17th. Tickets may also be purchased through the parish
e-giving program. For more information and to view the baskets, please visit:
e-giving program. For more information and to view the baskets, please visit:
If you have any questions, please contact Lori at ldondero44@gmail.com or
215-317-9318.
215-317-9318.
Thank you for your support!
Finance Update
Thank you to all parishioners who continue to support St. David Parish’s financial needs. We appreciate your ongoing giving to the parish and the participation in special fundraisers, all that helps pay the ongoing monthly expenses and fund capital projects to keep the parish up to date.
Parish Collections:
4th Sunday May 2021 — $10,570.90
4th Sunday May 2020 — $13,268.92
Our communal worship at Mass must go together with our personal worship of Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration in order that our love may be complete.
Come! Jesus is Waiting!
Eucharistic Adoration is in our chapel every
Monday 7 AM – 7 PM, Wednesday 7 AM – 7 PM, and Friday 7 AM – 4 PM.
We are still in need of adorers for Fridays at 2 PM. Also, there are multiple hours during the in which we need more than one adorer in the chapel. Can you answer Jesus’ call to be with Him?
Please do not let Jesus be alone! If you can sign up for this or any other Holy Hour, please contact Paula Warnalis 215-715-6911.
To view the Daily Mass Intentions and the names of the Sick and Deceased, please click HERE.
We still have many masses available for intentions this year. We are no longer taking requests for intentions for the Saturday Vigil, Sunday, Christmas, and Easter. Masses can be requested by phone or in-person. God bless.
Scrip Tuition Fundraising Program
Scrip is a no-cost way to earn money for Catholic school tuition. This includes grade school, high school, and religious education programs. EVERYONE can participate. Even if you’re not a school parent, you can help family members or friends with tuition, or just support parish tuition assistance. Click HERE to find complete information.
Summertime Friday sales are not yet determined. Scrip will be sold on 6/6 and 6/20 from 10-11 AM in Father Curran Hall. Special orders are due to the scrip coordinators by noon on 6/20.
Contact us with any questions!
Sharon C. (cartlidge5@verizon.net)
Jen K. (jenniferkoch2010@gmail.com)
Strong & Beautiful
Saturday, October 23, 2021
National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Doylestown, PA
Join us for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Women’s Conference on Saturday, October 23! CWC2021 will be a highly modified version of our usual event due to continued pandemic limitations. This year, Catholic women are invited to attend one, 2-hour, in-person mini-conference – morning or afternoon – and then enjoy four video talks at home at your leisure.
Morning keynote by Lisa Brenninkmeyer
Afternoon keynote by Mother Clare Matthias, CFR
For full details and registration, visit catholicwomensconference.org. Tickets are $25/person. Questions? archphillycwc@gmail.com
Inter-Faith Food Pantry
Open for those who need food and for those who want to donate.
1250 Easton Road, Roslyn, PA
Because of the current situation, call ahead to check on hours.
267-318-0607
Regular hours for donating Wednesday-Thursday & Saturday 10am-1pm
Regular hours to get food Monday 5:30-7pm and
Wednesday-Thursday & Saturday 11am-1pm
But again, call 267-318-0607 ahead to be verify they are open.
1250 Easton Road, Roslyn, PA
Because of the current situation, call ahead to check on hours.
267-318-0607
Regular hours for donating Wednesday-Thursday & Saturday 10am-1pm
Regular hours to get food Monday 5:30-7pm and
Wednesday-Thursday & Saturday 11am-1pm
But again, call 267-318-0607 ahead to be verify they are open.
There is a basket at the back of the Church for donations
to the Food Cupboard.
to the Food Cupboard.
Foods Needed:
- Canned soup, chili, stew
- Canned meats (tuna, chicken, salmon, ham), Hamburger Helper
- Oatmeal
- Pasta sauce, Canned tomatoes
- Pasta
- Shelf-stable meals
- Microwaveable meals
- Potato flakes
- Dried fruit in small packs
- Jelly or jam
- Individual nut bars, snacks & fruit cups
Non-foods Needed:
- Paper towels, toilet paper, tissues
- Household cleaners
- Individual toiletries
- Laundry detergent
Classes are filling quickly in our Pre-K for the 2021-2022 school year! Contact Mrs. O'Doherty in our Admissions Office at 215-309-4028 or kodoherty@qoaschool.org to set up a private "Facetime" tour today and to get more information about our outstanding programs!
We’ve raised over $55,000!
“Stay at Home and Make a Difference”
Join H&S and the Advancement Office as we raise money for the Choirs of Angels Annual Appeal. Please support this endeavor as we seek to provide tuition assistance, academic and technology upgrades, and facility improvements for our students! Rather than having to purchase tickets to an event, find babysitting, etc. please consider donating that will go 100% directly to the students of QOA with the Stay at Home Gala Initiative! Please go to www.qoaschool.org today to make a donation or send in your donation to QOA, 401 N Easton Road Willow Grove, PA 19090. We are overwhelmed with the generosity of those who have donated already! Thank you for your support!
Are you a non-Catholic who is interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith? Are you a baptized adult Catholic who has never celebrated First Communion or Confirmation? We can accompany you on your spiritual journey. For more information, please contact Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick (info below) or call the Rectory at 215-657-0252.
Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick, IHM
215-659-4059 (Office) | 484-506-1687 (Cell)
Email: Skfitzpatrick6@gmail.com | Website: stdavidparish.org/RCIA/
EPIC & Faith Alive Events
We are returning to in person events, our youth minister is fully vaccinated and we will continue to monitor our volunteers.
Wednesday Nights beginning June 9th: Adoration Hour followed by a trip to Dairy Queen St. David Chapel | 6 PM
June 11th: Movie Night | St. Catherine | 8-11 PM
June 13th: Youth Mass | St. David | 6:30 PM
June 19th: Summer Service Saturday's Start
Various locations every other week | 9 AM - 12 PM
Various locations every other week | 9 AM - 12 PM
July 10th: Movie Night | Location TBD | 8-11 PM
July 16th: Float Trip down the Delaware | 9AM - 4 PM
July 24th -25th: EPIC Lock in at St. Catherine | 12 PM - 10 AM
(Mass at St. Catherine)
(Mass at St. Catherine)
August 22nd: Tentative Faith Alive Camping Retreat
Registration for PREP for children entering Kindergarten to Grade 7 for the 2021-2022 school year is taking place. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 4:30-6PM and on Thursdays from 4:30-6 PM and from 6:45-8 PM. Since there are a limited number of spaces in each class, those who register first will receive their preference. Classes are also offered for older students and adults in need of preparation to receive the Sacraments.
Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick, IHM
215-659-4059 (Office) | 484-506-1687 (Cell)
Email: Skfitzpatrick6@gmail.com | Website: stdavidparish.org/PREP/
