Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 31, 2022
Click here for a link to the Sunday readings.
Entrance: For the Beauty of the Earth | 611
1st: Ecclesiastes 1:2, 2:21-23
Psalm 90
2nd: Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11
Offertory: Loving and Forgiving | 664
Communion: Bread of Angels | 361
Recessional: Lead Me, Lord | 739
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
“Take care! Be on guard against all kinds of greed,” Jesus warns in this Sunday’s Gospel. Greed can manifest itself in a thousand different ways. It might be collecting books, shoes, or any other tangible thing. It might be amassing money, land, or other wealth. Greed can also be about time, attention, approval, love, knowledge, power, control, being right, being in charge, or countless other things. Ultimately, greed is not about...Click HERE to continue reading Sister Kathleen's 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.
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 July 2022 = $12,313.24
4th Sunday July 2021 = $11,538.42
THANK YOU to
Sue Fannon,
Linda Bell,
and Linda Stadulis
who have worked tirelessly this summer to weed and plant beautiful flowers around the church, rectory, and convent.
On behalf of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, our parish will be visited by a representative of the Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Mrs. Lynette Kyle Delgado will speak at all the masses the weekend of August 13-14, to help raise mission awareness in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
This religious community of women is involved with missionary work in 26 countries where they have served in ministering to the poor and oppressed through education, retreats, pastoral and social outreach and Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament present on the altar. The Handmaids invite others to experience the missions through Project FIAT International, a short term volunteer experience in San Salvador, El Salvador. Click HERE to visit their website for more information.
In the ongoing effort to provide our parishioners information regarding the Implementation Phase of our Next Generation Parish, we will highlight desired outcomes for the Outreach priority that will be facilitated by Terri Rutherford & Skip Marlin.
Priority 2 Outreach: As a community of disciples, and in a spirit of unity, St. David will foster a culture where those who are invested, those who are inquiring, and those who are on the margin find a dynamic community that manifests the face of Christ. In all that we do, we will support the members within our parish and the surrounding community.
Desired Outcome: More parishioners will participate in service activities each year.
According to the Disciple Maker Index, only 26% of parishioners feel that Saint David helps them to connect with the local community by offering opportunities to serve those in need. One objective of the Outreach Priority is to develop a more coordinated service-oriented approach to support those facing personal challenges.
RECTORY HOURS
Monday-Thursday | 9 AM-5 PM
Friday | CLOSED
“A thousand years of enjoying human glory is not worth even an hour spent sweetly communing with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.”
~ Saint Padre Pio
Come, Jesus is Waiting!
Eucharistic Adoration is in our Chapel:
Monday & Wednesday 8:30 AM-7 PM
Friday 8:30 AM-5 PM
Is Jesus calling YOU? Can you make a weekly appointment and sit with Him for one hour? 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.
Masses can be offered during the daily Masses from Monday to Saturday. If you would like to have a Mass said for a loved one, please call Maureen, Julia, or Meg to schedule a Mass intention (215-657-0252). God bless.
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.
Click HERE for the update on the Exchange of the Sign of Peace as of April 21, 2022.
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, October 22, 2022 | 9AM– 4:30PM
National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Doylestown, PA
Join Catholic women from the greater Philadelphia area for a day of fun, friendship, faith formation and prayer at the Catholic Women’s Conference. The 2022 theme is “Be Not Afraid: Finding Your Freedom in Christ,” in which together we will discover the healing and freedom of heart that Jesus Christ desires to give each of us. Speakers include: Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, Michelle Benzinger, Regina Boyd, Matt and Jenn Lozano, Katie Weiss and the Sisters of Life. Early sellout is expected.
Click HERE to register today.
Our prayer shawl group meets 7-8 pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month in the Upper Room of Father Curran Hall.
For information, call Lisa Rymdeko at 215-740-5589 or visit our website.
To request a prayer shawl, call Rose Mueller at 215-657-4423.
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. Anyone can purchase gift cards to support the parish! Even if you’re not a school parent, you can help family members or friends with tuition, or just support parish tuition assistance. It's a simple way to support the parish at no cost to you! Click HERE to find complete information.
Scrip will be sold on 7/31 from 10-11 AM in Father Curran Hall.
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.
2801 Woodland 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 verify they are open.
The food drop-off location is 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
PreK classes are almost filled! Register today!
We offer five and three day-a-week full and half day options for our 3 year olds, and 5 Full and Half Day options for our 4 year olds.
Employment Opportunities at Queen of Angels Regional Catholic School
Queen of Angels Regional Catholic School is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2022-2023 school year:
Floating teacher aide in the PreK building to work 12-3pm Monday-Friday
Interested parties should submit their resume to Sister Mary Chapman, IHM, Ed.D at smchapman@qoaschool.org.
NEW Registrations for Religious Education Classes for children entering Kindergarten to Grade 7 for the 2022-2023 school year are being accepted. The deadline for Re-registration was July 15.
For more information please contact the DRE, Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick, IHM (information below).
For the PREP Registration Form 2022-2023, please see the pdf linked below.
Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick, IHM
215-659-4059 (Office) | 484-506-1687 (Cell)
Email: kfitzpatrick@stdavidparish.org | Website: stdavidparish.org/PREP/
EPIC High School Youth Group
Teens in 8th-12th grades are invited to the following events:
Wednesday Aug 3 Small Group/Adoration/Sandwich Dinner
St. Catherine's | 6-7:30 PM
Thursday Aug 18 Pocono White Water Adventure
(8 miles 3-4 hours) Families Welcome. $44.99 pp -includes hot dog and salad lunch. Book your own reservations HERE. Leaving St. David at 8 AM
(8 miles 3-4 hours) Families Welcome. $44.99 pp -includes hot dog and salad lunch. Book your own reservations HERE. Leaving St. David at 8 AM
RSVP for all events at youthministry@stdavidparish.org
For more information, visit our website.
Dave Dombrowski | 215-500-6840
Mackenzie Kephart | 267-393-6335
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/