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Saint Madeline Parish A Caring Community of Faith Since 1907
Sacrament of Baptism: Celebrated on the second and fourth Sundays of the month immediately following the 11 AM Mass. Prior to Baptism, parents should attend a Pre-Jordan class held in our Spiritual Life Center. To register for Baptism, complete our application on the parish website, www.stmadelineparish.com/baptism, and we will contact you.
Sacrament of Marriage: Couples planning marriage should contact the rectory no less than six months prior to the intended date. Pre-Cana Seminar on Marriage is required.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Every Saturday at 2:45 PM in church and anytime by appointment.
Adoration: Every Monday at 8:30 AM until Benediction at 4 PM in our St. John Neumann Chapel located in the rectory.
Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet: Monday to Friday after the 8 AM Mass.
Pastoral Care of the Sick: We are on call for Taylor Hospital every Tuesday. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion visit on Sunday. Please register as “Catholic” when admitted and contact the rectory for pastoral visits while in the hospital.
Welcome New Parishioners! Complete our registration form on the parish website, www.stmadelineparish.com, or contact the rectory.
Rectory Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, and Friday, 8:30 AM - 3 PM.
Rev. John Flanagan (Pastor) [email protected] Rev. Dennis M. Weber, Servants of Charity Rev. Amal Sawarimuthu, Servants of Charity (Sunday and Weekday Masses) Deacon Michael Alexander (Parish Deacon) [email protected] Eileen Boyle (Director of Religious Education) [email protected] 610-583-6120 Sue Eubanks (Parish Manager) [email protected] Nancy Dunham (Secretary) [email protected] Christopher Avery (Pastoral Administrator) [email protected] Lou Scaperotto (Sacristan) John Keller, Jr. (Facilities Manager) Sean Zaleski (Liturgical Music Coordinator) [email protected] Chrissy Stief (Choir Director)
Mass Schedule
Daily Mass: 8 AM Saturday: 2:45 PM (Confessions), 4 PM (Vigil) Sunday: 8:30 AM, 11 AM, 5 PM (Parish Choir sings at 11 AM Mass) Holy Days: As published
Church: 400 Morton Avenue, Ridley Park Rectory: 110 Park Street, Ridley Park
610-532-6880 www.stmadelineparish.com Spiritual Life Center: 405 Tome Street, Ridley Park
ST. JAMES REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL
500 Tome Street, Ridley Park 610-583-3662 www.stjamesregional.com
Loren Loomis (Principal) [email protected] Sue Eubanks (School Manager) [email protected]
April 26, 2020
Third Sunday of Easter
Saturday, April 25 Saint Mark, Evangelist 4:00 PM † Joseph Pastuszek Marcie Pastuszek Sunday, April 26 Third Sunday of Easter 8:30 AM † Betty Angelo Angelo Family 11:00 AM † John Saunders Family 5:00 PM † Living and Deceased Members of the Parish Monday, April 27 Easter Weekday 8:00 AM † John F. Cohee Mary Lou and Eleanor Tuesday, April 28 St. Peter Chanel, Priest and Martyr; St. Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest 8:00 AM † Ann Morrow McIlhenney Family Wednesday, April 29 Saint Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor of the Church 8:00 AM † William Broadhurst Mark & Marijean Hemmert Thursday, April 30 Saint Pius V, Pope 8:00 AM † Anna Andrulewicz Joanne Butts Friday, May 1 Saint Joseph the Worker 8:00 AM † Thomas H. Eckenrode, Sr. Family 9:00 AM † Tom Mullin Family Saturday, May 2 Saint Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 4:00 PM † Ed Tait Family
Sunday, May 3 Fourth Sunday of Easter 8:30 AM † John Cardinal O’Connor Family 11:00 AM † William Bair, Sr. Kevin & Eileen Boyle 5:00 PM † Living and Deceased Members of the Parish
Mass Intentions From Fr. Flanagan
Dear St. Madeline Family,
Remember this guy from events such as the Super Bowl and even the Master’s golf tournament. He held up a sign that said John 3:16. For God so loved the world that He gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him might not perish but might have eternal life. That’s the message from today’s Gospel.
Let’s be grateful that God loves us and gave us Jesus as our friend and savior. Like “Rainbow Man”, let’s not be afraid to witness to this truth. Bonus if you wear the rainbow wig!
Today, let us also pray for people of all ages that they may love their God and be witnesses to the truth. Please contact me with any prayer requests, concerns or good news.
Let us stand united in prayer and united as St. Madeline Church. God bless all.
God bless you and God bless the St. Mad’s Family!
Peace,
Fr. John Flanagan
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced that Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez has suspended all public Masses in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia effective at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18th and until further notice.
The Archbishop previously dispensed the faithful from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass. Both decisions were made in response to the growing concern over the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the directives provided by government and health department officials at the local, state, and national levels. These measures will be re-evaluated pending future developments.
In making this announcement Archbishop Pérez said, “As the Archbishop of Philadelphia, my first priority is to ensure the health and welfare of those entrusted to the pastoral and temporal care of our Church. So, in light of the developing Coronavirus pandemic, a decision has been made to suspend the public celebration of all Masses in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for the time being.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has an online Spiritual Resources page that provides many excellent resources to nourish you spiritually and help you remain as close as possible to Jesus in the Eucharist during this time. Find a list of live-streamed Masses, online devotions, prayer services, faith formation, ways to help and more at the following site, http://archphila.org/resources/
Our Parish Newsletter is sent weekly by email.
Contact: [email protected]
PUBLIC MASSES ARE SUSPENDED
Priests will be offering Private Mass daily for
the Mass Intention and your personal intentions.
Please stay informed and connect with
St. Madeline's through Facebook and Email.
We will keep you posted about current
and post-pandemic news.
Parish News
SUNDAY MASS READINGS:
Reading I: Acts 2: 14, 22-23 Here is the core teaching message of the early Church used by her missionary Apostles. It is a short summary of Our Lord’s works, death and resurrection.
Reading II: I Peter 1: 17-21 Christ’s blood releases us from the power of sin. You must be holy because of this incomparable gift.
The Gospel: Luke 24: 13-35 A wonderful meeting of two disheartened disciples (representing all of us) with Jesus on the road to Emmaus. The scenario ends with a Eucharistic liturgy: there is a Scripture reading followed by an explanation, capped off by the breaking of the bread before Jesus vanishes.
Please pray for the following members of our parish family who are currently serving in the United States Military:
MSgt. April Ashjian Air Force MSgt. Justin Ashjian Air Force PVT Joseph Caponigro Army PVT Jason Cavalieri, Jr. Army Cpl. Vincent Anthony DeGori Jr. Marines SPC Andrew Gieder Army PFC Pacey Lenge Marines CTT II Jesse Mellema Navy
God Bless All Who Serve the
Keep Cool Campaign Update: We need you to keep us cool! Thank you! Donations to the “Keep Cool Campaign” have now totaled over $120,268. The Goal is $220,000. We have received contributions ranging from $25 to a new high of $10,000! Thank you very much and God bless you! Fundraising options: *Keep Cool Campaign envelopes are available in Church. *Donations may be made through our website at Keep Cool Campaign. *Monthly and Annual Pledges are an option. *All proceeds from the Parish Cookbook and Christmas Ornaments. *Funeral Memorial donations may be applied to the Keep Cool Campaign. *A parish-wide letter will be mailed soliciting funds. Please consider making a donation for your Church and this project. We have not asked for funds for capital projects in recent history. Many people make charitable donations – please consider your parish and our campaign. There may be some parishioners who would consider a one-time or two-year significant donation. All help is greatly appreciated. If you cannot donate at this time, please consider it in the future. “For God loves a cheerful giver. Moreover, God is able to make every grace abundant for you, so that in all things, always having all you need, you may have an abundance for every good work”. Thank you to everyone who has donated and to those who are considering in the future! May God bless you for your generosity and your love of our beautiful parish!
St. Madeline Chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul: In this Sunday’s Gospel, as we hear the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, we also come to know that our daily reaching out to our neighbor is our daily walk with the risen Christ; we recognize him in others.
• This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul brought the love and care of Jesus to the poor by assisting 2 families, our neighbors in need. Thank You and God bless you!
Novena in Preparation for the 57th World Day of
Prayer for Vocations: April 25 to May 3 The World Day of Prayer for Vocations is a public, shared prayer for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life, as well as to secular institutes and missionary life. Please join the Vocation Office and Philadelphia Seminarians for a 9-day Novena for Vocations which begins on Saturday, April 25 and continues until Sunday, May 3. • How to join: Reflections and prayers for each day will
be posted on the website (Heedthecall.org/novena) and the Facebook page (facebook.com/phillypriest).
PRAY FOR AMERICA: Delaware County National
Day of Prayer 2020 is going VIRTUAL on May 7
• Let your prayer for our country and our world be heard by God and hundreds in America … it’s easy to do!
• For questions, call 610-416-8336 or visit the website (nationaldayofprayerdelco.com).
St. Madeline Mass on Facebook Live Daily 8:30 AM (M-F) Saturday 4 PM Sunday 10 AM
Event Updates: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the following special events have been canceled. We will inform you if they get rescheduled. Thank you!
• Sodality Closing Mass, May 2
• Sodality Closing Luncheon, May 3
• Pre-Jordan, May 3
• May Procession, May 4
• School Carnival, May 6-9
• Youth Mass, May 10
• Ridley Park Recycle Event, May 16 (now October 3)
• Youth Mass, June 14
• Vacation Bible School, June 15-19
FAITH & FAMILY: Check the following websites for helpful information during this time.
Weekly family activity: www.catechist.com/ten-family-ways-quarantine-days/
Talking to children about the virus: www.aleteia.org/2020/03/04/kids-scared-about-coronavirus-heres-some-help/
Financial Facts St. James Regional Catholic School
“We are called to be Pillars of Faith … Lighting the path to God’s presence in you.”
Congratulations to our students! Math Continental Contest School Winners: Grade 8: 1st, Toni Frank 2nd, Nathan Barnshaw, Landon Devinney 3rd, Lily Heinly, Eliza Markley Grade 7: 1st, Andrew Daniels, Elijah Wallgren 2nd, Gabriel Vallejo 3rd, Steven Beale 4th, Thomas Ferrer Grade 6: 1st, Abigail Borek 2nd, Mia Fanelli 3rd, Gianna Mascuilli 4th, Daniel Mortimer Grade 5: 1st, Adam Zhyzneuski 2nd, Sophia Patriarch, Josie Verlingheri 3rd, A. Brydges, K. Leicht Grade 4: 1st, John Cunnane 2nd, Michael Chen 3rd, Gabriel Wallgren 4th, Evan Kern, Jillian Bissinger Please keep in your daily prayers our St. James Families, relatives, friends and all who are being affected with COVID-19 that God will continue to free their heart from sadness. A mind free of worries. A life full of gladness. A body free of illness and a spirit full of God’s blessings! May God continue to keep us safe and healthy. All school activities are canceled to further notice.
Information on registering for our wonderful school
may be obtained by contacting the school office at 610-583-3662.
St. Madeline PREP
We will be postponing our parish First Holy Communion Day, scheduled for Saturday, May 2. Because we are unsure when our pastor Father Flanagan will be able to celebrate Mass again in our lovely Church of St. Madeline, we will be unable to schedule a future date at this time.
For the remainder of the school year, PREP classes/lessons will be conducted by parents/guardians in the home. Mrs. Boyle has communicated with all families. All catechists have instructed parents on the lessons to be completed for their children’s religious studies. If you have not been contacted by Mrs. Boyle or your child’s catechist through email, please contact Mrs. Boyle at [email protected]
God bless you and your families with good health!
Eileen Boyle, DRE
GO TO: www.parishgiving.org Please consider our Parish Online Giving Program. Sign-up is easy!
We pray for our sick that they may receive the healing strength of God: Talan Peters, Edward Verratti, Susan Aloi, Jean Burns, Andrew James Hartunian, Jack Cavanaugh, Walter Henderson Jr, Theresa Stern, Pat McGinley, Luke Theodosiades, Lindsay Deckard, Theresa Carbone, Bernice Barnes, Calvin Valenti Jr, Rose Valenti, Greg Corley, Pamela Thornton, Daniel Schiller, Judi Coyne, Joy Martin, Joseph Long, Barbara Bramley, Al Cyanic, Bridget Zellner, Lexi Flocco, Camile Milnes, Gavin McGinley, Robert Campitelli, Pasquale Marino, Patrick Holland, Ashlee Bucksar, Maureen Heistand, Catherine Burke, Peggy Abrahamsen, Kelli Kovach, Jerry Fisher, Robert J Gray, Kitty Dennis, Kim Mutarelli, Elaine Roberts, Joann Fox, Bob Doubet, Thomas Dougherty, Maxx DiVario, Carol Ann Iasco, Patricia Dabadeen, Marie Walsh, Patrick O’Connor, James Phillips, Michael Tait, Audrey Gatone, Roni Roller, Doris Taraba, Kay Masteller, Arty Erle, Pamela Robertson, Peg Breslin, Mike Rafter, Jeanne Verbitski, Stephen Henry, Colin Brandenburg, Mackenzie Ryan Kelly, Lois Manini, Peg Dietzmann, Marie Nicolai, William Shaw, Mary Borzillo, James Kennedy, Katelyn Clour, Patrick Wolfe, Liam Walden, Nick Lentz, Paul Yotsko, Caroline Jefferson, Stephen Bradley, Dorothy Shannon, Janet Szedlmayer Leung, Jim Fry, Geraldine Blair, Gabriella Brittingham, Ben Robinson, Diana Bochanski, Tony Giuliano, Ron Koch, Helen Schell, Joseph Bradford, Clifford Foster, Jill Robinson, Steve Elek, Barbara Blake, John Benedek Sr, Steven Morelos, Mary Lue Hoke, Tom Sciascia, Michael Fiorello, Mary Small, Erin Sullivan, Rita Smalley, Jim & Maryanne Toner, Stephanie Scattolini, Mary Kull, Lisa Buschmeier, Nancy Kovach, Deirdre Whitton, Lena Barone, Baby Vincent Nowroozi, Patrick Monaghan III, Baby Paityn Donsky, James Siravo, Dixie Bullock, Angela Helms, Connie Kopko, Rosario Juliano, Pasquale Schiavo, Maryann Lerza, Debbie Schnellenbach, Thomas Mastroddi, Jeanne Stranix, Mary Faulkner, Daniel Cirminiello, Susan Gallagher, John Beamon, Nancy Gallagher, David Morrow, Onorina Lafferty, Rose McStravick.
IN LOVING MEMORY: Please remember our parish when your loved one dies. In the obituary: In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to St. Madeline Memorial Fund in memory of (name). PLANNED GIVING BEQUEST: You can make a bequest to our parish by including the following statement in your will: I leave to St. Madeline Parish the sum of (dollar amount). This is one way that will ensure that St. Madeline Parish will continue into the future and will be able to further all the good works that have been done here in the past.
Collection for April 19, 2020
Envelopes $ 4,307.00
Electronic $ 3,350.00
Total $ 7,657.00
Thank you very much to those who are still contributing by putting your church envelopes in the
rectory mail slot, mailing them, using Parish Giving or the new Weekly Offering tab on the website. In these
tough times, it is appreciated very much. God bless you
for your goodness. Thank you for your sacrifice, kindness and generosity to St. Madeline Parish!
- Fr. John Flanagan
