The Epiphany of the Lord
January 2, 2022
Click here for a link to the Sunday readings.
Entrance: We Three Kings | 107
1st: Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalm 72
2nd: Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6
Offertory: Away in a Manger | 90
Communion: The First Noel | 108
Recessional: Angels We Have Heard on High | 82
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 feast of the Epiphany. This is the day we celebrate the visitation of the three Magi or Wisemen bearing gifts to our newborn Savior. We all know of the lavish gifts these Three Wisemen, or as some refer to them, Three Kings, brought to the King of the Jews. We all would love to be able to give such great gifts but being normal everyday people, our access to gold, frankincense, and myrrh is quite limited. Could we even afford such gifts? What kind of gifts should we bring? We are not kings. Or are we?...Click HERE to continue reading Deacon Chris' reflection.
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.
Archbishop Perez and the Bishops of PA are reinstating the OBLIGATION to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days, effective August 15th... Click HERE to read a statement by the Archbishop regarding safety as Mass obligation resumes.
As of August 13th, the Archdiocese has announced updates about the celebration of Sacred Liturgy. Click HERE to read the updated directives from the Office of Divine Worship.
Click HERE to view the update on Lifted Restrictions for St. David as of May 31, 2021.
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/
Saturday, February 5, 2022
6:30 PM | Queen of Angels Gym
Doors open at 5:45 PM.
Tickets for the Dueling Piano Dudes will go on sale for $25.00 each, starting on Monday, January 3, 2022. Each table seats 8.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://stdavidparish.org/dueling-pianos/
Congratulations to this week's winner:
Maryanne Bauder
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.
Click the button below to view the results from the Disciple Maker Index survey.
RECTORY HOURS
Monday-Thursday | 9 AM-5 PM
Friday | 9 AM-3:30 PM
The New Year is a great way to look back over the past year and reflect on it with the Lord. Come to Eucharistic Adoration and visit with Jesus. He is waiting with outstretched arms. Thank the Lord for all that the past year has brought you and offer him all that will in come in 2022.
Come, Jesus is Waiting!
Eucharistic Adoration is in our Chapel:
Monday & Wednesday 7 AM-7 PM, Friday 7 AM-4 PM
We are always in need of additional adorers. It would be a wonderful way to start the New Year to make a weekly appointment with Jesus. If you can sign up for a 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 are no longer taking requests for intentions for Saturday Vigil, Sunday, Christmas, and Easter. Masses can be requested by phone or in-person. God bless.
Scrip Tuition Fundraising Program
Need gift cards? Stop in to see what’s available!
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.
Scrip will be sold on 1/2, 1/16, and 1/30 from 10-11 AM in Father Curran Hall. On Fridays, scrip is sold through the QoA students' backpacks.
Contact Sharon with any questions!
(cartlidge5@verizon.net or 215-620-0155)
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.
The basket for food drop-offs is located at the top of the stairs inside the doors leading to Father Curran Hall from the church parking lot.
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
Kids Instructional Basketball Clinic
WHO: 1st and 2nd Grade Boys and Girls
WHEN: Saturdays in January and February
WHERE: ANGELS CYO Gym (St.David's/OLHC)
WHERE: ANGELS CYO Gym (St.David's/OLHC)
TIME: 9:00 AM (subject to change)
COST: FREE, plus a t-shirt
Join us on Saturday mornings for a non-competitive Instructional Basketball Clinic. It will be held in one of the CYO gyms (David’s/OLHC). It will begin in January and last for about 8 weeks. There is no cost. Please bring a basketball for your son/daughter's age level (25.5"). The kids will run drills, scrimmage, and have fun.
We are in need of dads and moms to volunteer to coach. All coaches must have their clearances on file in their parish in order to coach. If interested in volunteering, please send your information to sdolhccyo@gmail.com.
MARY: A Biblical Walk with the BLESSED MOTHER
The Better We Know Mary, the Better We'll know Her Son
Join us for this extraordinary pilgrimage that reveals Mary’s unique role in God’s Kingdom and in our lives. Filmed on location in the Holy Land, this study will place you in the midst of a powerful drama of her earthly life, taking you through her joys and her sorrows. You will learn how she works in our lives today, drawing us ever closer to her Divine Son. Seeing Mary in this way will change you forever. Mary will become part of your daily life, and you will become more like Christ.
Sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 8:00 PM or on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:45 PM in the Rectory, beginning on Jan. 25/26.
Sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 8:00 PM or on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:45 PM in the Rectory, beginning on Jan. 25/26.
For further information and/or to sign up, please contact Sr. Kathleen.
(kfitzpatrick@stdavidparish.org or 484-506-1687)
Congratulations to our 5th grade class for earning 2nd place in The Rendell Center's Citizenship Challenge! We are so proud of them and thanks to Mrs. Galbreath and Mrs. Behan for preparing our students for this year's challenge!
Now scheduling Private Virtual Tours!
It's hard to believe, but it is time to start planning for the 2022-2023 school year! Queen of Angels School provides students with a quality Catholic education that includes Religion every day in addition to all the major academic subjects enhanced with art, computers, gym, music, and Spanish for all grades. For qualified students in grades 5-8, we offer an Honors Math class. Students in kindergarten through grade one consistently utilize Google Tablets to enhance their learning. Second through eighth-grade students participate in a 1:1 Chromebook Program.
The value of our PreK programs is unmatched in quality and price - offering full and half-day options for 3 and 4-year-olds. We also provide before and aftercare at a reasonable price.
Thanks to the generous subsidy from our Parishes, K-8 tuition is subsidized for each student for in-parish families. Discounts are available for multi-child families. For your convenience, financial aid applications are now being processed and the deadline to apply is May 2022. If you have any questions about our outstanding programs, the financial aid process, or would like to schedule a private "Facetime Tour", please do not hesitate to contact Kim O'Doherty at 215-309-4028 or by email at kodoherty@qoaschool.org.
May this New Year hold many blessings for you and your family!
PREP Classes resume this Tues., Jan. 4, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, Thurs., Jan. 6 from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and from 6:45 to 8:00 PM and on Sun. Jan. 9 from 10:50 to 12:00 Noon.
PREP Student Progress Reports will be mailed to parents in Mid-January.
FIRST RECONCILIATION will take place on Mon., Jan. 24 at 7:00 PM in St. David Church. Please keep the children preparing for this healing sacrament in your PRAYERS!
PREP Student Progress Reports will be mailed to parents in Mid-January.
FIRST RECONCILIATION will take place on Mon., Jan. 24 at 7:00 PM in St. David Church. Please keep the children preparing for this healing sacrament in your PRAYERS!
Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick, IHM
215-659-4059 (Office) | 484-506-1687 (Cell)
Email: kfitzpatrick@stdavidparish.org | Website: stdavidparish.org/PREP/
Faith Alive Jr. High and EPIC High School Youth Groups
Stay tuned for upcoming events!
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: kfitzpatrick@stdavidparish.org | Website: stdavidparish.org/RCIA/