Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 6, 2022
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Entrance: Come Follow Me | 501
1st: 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14
Psalm 17
2nd: 2 Thessalonians 2:16 - 3:5
Offertory: Come to Me | 463
Communion: Precious Lord Take My Hand | 673
Recessional: I Know That My Redeemer Lives | 683
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
We try so very hard to place our Lord and all His teachings into categories that we can understand easily. We try to apply our worldly problem-solving abilities or deductions to a heavenly reality. What we should be doing is listening to Christ’s words. He is inviting us back to a relationship with His Father. This relationship is through...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.
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:
5th Sunday October 2022 - $12,702.56
5th Sunday October 2021 - $15,349.64
Maintenance Collection - $10,813.00
2022 Goal - $42,000.00
Percentage of Goal - 25.8%
"While attending college, I felt an emptiness in my heart. I knew something was missing in my life, and I was not doing what I was called to do — study for the priesthood. I enrolled at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, and my heart has been fulfilled in more ways than I can count. My most beneficial time at the seminary is taking part in my Apostolate every Thursday. This helped fill that hole in my heart. This program allowed me to..."
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Today is the kick-off for the St. Charles Seminary Appeal.
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St. David's adult choir and Queen of Angels children's choir will sing the 11:00 Mass on Sunday, November 13 in observance of Veterans Day. American Legion Post 308 Color and Honor Guard will be presenting the colors. The choirs will be accompanied by trumpet. We hope you can join us to honor our veterans.
Congratulations to this week's winner:
Tony Falsone
It is not too late to purchase a ticket and still be eligible to win for the rest of the season! Click HERE to enter the sweepstakes.
RECTORY HOURS
Monday-Thursday | 9 AM-5 PM
Friday | 9 AM-3:30 PM
“Come to me, all you who are weary and find life burdensome and I will refresh you. Take my yoke upon your shoulders and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart. Your souls will find rest, for my yoke is easy and my burden light.”
-Matthew 11:28-30
Come, Jesus is Waiting!
Eucharistic Adoration is in our Chapel:
Monday & Wednesday 7 AM-7 PM
Friday 7 AM-5 PM
Is Jesus calling YOU? Will 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.
Holy Name Society
At St. David Parish, the Holy Name Society is looking for new members to join our organization. The purposes of the Society are the respect for God’s Name and the strengthening of the spiritual lives of men, which are more relevant in today’s world, if not more so, than in the past.
Should you be interested in joining or seeking additional information, please contact Hank Concha at 215-450-3607.
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 through college, as well as the parish religious education program. Purchase gift cards to use for your everyday spending or for gift-giving, and earn “cash-back.” Even if you’re not a school parent, you can help family members or friends, or just support parish tuition assistance. It's a simple way to support the parish at no cost to you! Click HERE to learn more.
Scrip will be sold on 11/6 and 11/20 from 10-11 AM in Father Curran Hall. Orders are due to the coordinator by 11/13 for any Raise Right gift cards.
Contact Sharon with any questions!
(cartlidge5@verizon.net or 215-620-0155)
Leaf Raking Service Event | November 26th
Families are invited to volunteer for our Leaf Raking Event the morning of Sat.
November 26th for homebound, sick and elderly. If you cannot make Nov 26th but still want to volunteer, we could assign you a property to rake at your convenience with your assigned team. Bring your leaf blowers, tarps, and rakes. We encourage parents to volunteer with their teens. If you know someone who needs leaf raking service or you want to volunteer, contact Dave at 215-500-6840 or youthministry@stdavidparish.org. Event sponsored by EPIC.
St. Vincent De Paul Thanksgiving
The Family Promise Food Cupboard in Roslyn is again asking for $10 and $20 Giant gift cards for Thanksgiving so that their clients can buy the type of food they need. Consider purchasing these cards through the St. David Scrip Program - Queen of Angels School will also benefit! Envelopes for the gift cards are at all 3 entrances of the church. Please place the filled envelopes in the collection basket. Donations can also be made through the parish e-giving program. Many thanks! May God bless you for your continued charity to the poor and needy in the parish area.
Family Promise of Montco 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
Come out for a night of fun and trivia to benefit our 8th grade on November 12, 2022. Doors open at 7:30pm and Trivia starts at 8:00pm in the Queen of Angels Gym. $20 per person; RSVP and Payment due by 11/9. For more information, contact the school office at 215-659-6393.
We are collecting gently used or new items to sell at the St. Charles Thrift Store. We can also collect winter clothing and toys, which are in high demand right now. Please no large items. Deadline is Friday, November 11.
Queen of Angels will be hosting a Veterans Day Military Appreciation Mass and Reception on Friday, November 11 at 9am at St. David Church with a reception immediately following in Father Curran Hall. All veterans and active military members are invited! To RSVP please email Mrs. O'Doherty at kodoherty@qoaschool.org.
Please keep our CANDIDATES for FIRST RECONCILIATION/FIRST EUCHARIST in your PRAYERS! They participated in the RITE OF INITIATION for these Sacraments at the 9:00 Mass this Sun. Nov. 6.
Shannon Breslin
Brayden Celia
Emma Compton
Owen Crawford
Nicholas Cummings
Gia D’Amore
Luke Foreman
Thomas Garon
Natalie Haegele
Tyler Karns
Brayden Celia
Emma Compton
Owen Crawford
Nicholas Cummings
Gia D’Amore
Luke Foreman
Thomas Garon
Natalie Haegele
Tyler Karns
Keira Kelly
Jack Lange
Lincoln Lee
Anneliese Manavi
Willow Matey
Amelia McGuigan
Jack Lange
Lincoln Lee
Anneliese Manavi
Willow Matey
Amelia McGuigan
Lily Myhasuk
Raelyn O’Donnell
Vincent Palmer
Scotlynn Penecale
Amayah Person
Raelyn O’Donnell
Vincent Palmer
Scotlynn Penecale
Amayah Person
Max Prince
Jacen Prychka
Dan Reardon
Riley Schumack
Corwyn Scibilia
Caroline Shipe
Raina Solot
Aubrey Van Hees
Colgan Webster
Julianna Yacovetti
Jacen Prychka
Dan Reardon
Riley Schumack
Corwyn Scibilia
Caroline Shipe
Raina Solot
Aubrey Van Hees
Colgan Webster
Julianna Yacovetti
Please PRAY also for Kaitlyn Miranda Marker who will receive the SACRAMENT of the EUCHARIST for the first time at the 9:00 Mass this Sun., Nov. 6. May JESUS always be the center of her life!
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:
Thurs Nov 10 - Alpha Youth Series Session 3
6 - 7:30 pm. Dinner Served
Sun Nov 13 - Family Thanksgiving Prayer Service and Pot Luck Dinner
All families invited. Use Sign-Up Genius for food items.
Sat Nov 19 - NCYC Retreat @ Immaculata University
Registration Deadline Nov. 1st
Sun Nov 20 - Pro-Life Dinner (10 Seats Available First Come First Serve)
Jan 6-8 - Winter Retreat with Corpus Christi
RSVP for all events at youthministry@stdavidparish.org
For more information, visit our website.
Dave Dombrowski | 215-500-6840
Mackenzie Kephart | 267-393-6335
Christian Initiation of Adults
A Journey of Faith
Do you have questions about the Faith? Or are you thinking about becoming Catholic yourself? Do you need to receive any or all of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist? Christian Initiation for Adults is a process designed for adults who wish to deepen their understanding or are curious about the Catholic Faith, as well as those who are considering becoming Catholic. COME JOIN US!
Sr. Kathleen Fitzpatrick, IHM
215-659-4059 (Office) | 484-506-1687 (Cell)