St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Established July 1, 2014Joining The Parishes of

St. Thomas Aquinas (1922-2014)& St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (1976-2014)

Served By:Rev. David A. Fernandes, Pastor • Rev. Richard E. Rudy, Parochial Vicar

Rev. Michael J. Lonergan, Pastor Emeritus, (Former St. Elizabeth Ann Seton)

Rev. Michael J. Sheehan, Weekend Assistant • Deacon John J. Gallagher

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Established July 1, 2014Joining The Parishes of

St. Thomas Aquinas (1922-2014)& St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (1976-2014)

NORTH CAMPUS601-Bristol Pike

Croydon, PA 19021

RECTORY126 Walnut Ave.

Croydon, PA 19021215-788-2989

MASS SCHEDULESaturday Vigil: 5:00 PM

Sundays: 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM (North Campus)

and 9:30 AM (South Campus)Monday-Friday: 6:30 and 8:30 AM

Saturday 8:30 AM Only (Chapel at 126 Walnut Ave.)Holydays: Vigil 7:00 PM, 6:30 and 8:30 AM, AND 7:00 PM

(North Campus)

SOUTH CAMPUS1200 Park Ave.

Bensalem, PA 19020

PARISH OFFICE121 Belmont Ave.

Croydon, PA 19021215-788-2989

Fax: 215-788-7626Email: parishoffi ce@staq.org

Website: www.staq.orgtwitter@staq_church

CONFESSIONSCHEDULE

Saturday: 4:00-4:30 PM (North Campus)

MARRIAGESBy Diocesan policy, a six month advance notice is required to allow suffi cient time for the necessary marriagepaper work and preparation. Deacons are permitted to witness marriages which are not during Mass.

BAPTISMSFirst three Sundays of the month after 11:30 AM Mass. Attendance at Pre-Jordan class, on the 3rd Tuesday eachmonth at 7:00PM, in the Cares Meeting Room (enter by rear door) at 121 Blemont Avenue, is a requirement.You must pre-register by calling the Parish Offi ce at (215)788-2989.

PARISH MEMBERSHIPIn order to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, Confi rmation and Matrimony, and in order to receive a Letter of Eligibility as a Godparent or a Sponsor it is necessary that you be registered in our parish and practice the Catholic Faith.Please call the Parish Offi ce as soon as you move into our parish to schedule a registration meeting, or after the 11:30 Mass on the 4th Sunday during the Social, or on the Parish Website. Please call the Parish Offi ce if you move, or change your address or phone number.

PARISH DEVOTIONSMiraculous Medal Novena: Saturdays after 8:30 AM Mass (Chapel)Divine Mercy Chaplet: Sundays before each Mass (both Campuses); Mondays at 6:30 PM (Chapel)Rosary: Weekdays before 8:30 AM Mass (Chapel) and Sundays before each MassChristian Prayer: Monday-Saturday before 8:30 AM Mass and Monday at 6:40 PM (Chapel)Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Mondays 9:00 AM -7:00PM with Benediction at 7:00 PM (Chapel)

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Sunday Scriptures, January 11, 2015

Reading I: Isaiah 55:1-11(21B) Responsorial Psalm: Isaiah 12:2-3,4bcd, 5-6 Reading II: 1John 5:1-9 Gospel: Mark 1:7-11

READERS

Jan. 10 5:00 PM J. Brogan & J. Mundy Jan. 11 7:30 AM S. Berna & K. Shafer Jan. 11 9:30 AM D. DiTommaso & P. DeMichelle Jan. 11 11:30 AM M. Kelly & R. Kelly

Extraordinary Ministers

Jan. 10 5:00 PM L. Mundy & C. Ryan Jan. 11 7:30 AM J. Vaughan & M. Martin Jan. 11 9:30 AM C. Mehaffey & R. Gutherman Jan. 11 11:30AM A. Scheck & J. Shirley

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MASS SCHEDULE for the WEEK

Monday January 5 6:30AM 8:30AM Amanda Busler Req. by: Friends & Family Tuesday January 6 6:30 AM 8:30 AM Rev. William T. Joseph Req. by: Linda Shull Wednesday January 7 6:30 AM 8:30 AM Herbert Hunsberger Req. by: Angelica Sider & Family Thursday January 8 6:30 AM 8:30 AM Friday January 9 6:30 AM 8:30 AM Doris Gaiter Saturday January 10 8:30 AM Anita Fratantaro Req. by Tom Carmody

5:00 PM Joseph John Gergo (32nd Anniv.) Req. by: Joe and Helen Gergo 7:30 AM Stella Stockunas Req. by: Jane Masko 9:30 AM Joseph Cinkutis, Jr. Req. by: Dawn & John Whelihan 11:30 AM Leroy Kronenbitter Req. by: Family

The Epiphany of the Lord January 4, 2015

The Baptism of the Lord January 11, 2015

5:00 PM Thomas Batson Req. by: Mrs. Kate Schroeder Fam. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM Brigido & Gualberto Castano Req. by: Jet Jabla 11:30 AM Joanne Churnetski Req. by: Gerri McGuigan & Family

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Save the Date!

SAVE THE DATE!

Join us for a once in a life�me event at the World Mee�ng of Families in Philadelphia on September 22-27, 2015. The theme is “Love Is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.” Families from around the world will come together for prayer, speakers, celebra�ons, and ac�vi�es for all ag-es. All are welcome! Visit the official World Mee�ng of Families website at: WorldMee�ng2015.org to learn more and to sign up for regular updates on how you can par�cipate.

Our Students Excel at

Archbishop Wood High School

We wish to congratulate Nicholas Lafferty, Class of 2015, for his achievement of

Seond Honors on the First Quarter Report.

Father Judge/St Hubert Financial Aid Night Confused about Financial Aid for Colleges or Trade Schools? The Guidance Departments of Father Judge and St Hubert will host a Financial Aid Night on Thursday, January 8, 2015, 7:00—9:00 p.m. in the auditorium of Father Judge High School. All parents of Seniors are encouraged to a�end; Junior parents are also welcome. Bring your FAFSA on the Web Worksheet and your ques�ons! Guest speaker will be Ms. Bonnie Behm, Director of Financial Assistance at Villanova University.

Archbishop Wood High School Upcoming Events Boys’ Basketball Designer Bag BINGO

Thursday, January 8, 2015 6:30 p.m. $30.00 per person

Contact Terry Funk at terryfunk@comcast.net Or (215) 359-8374

St Hubert High School

Vendors Needed Indoor Flea Market on Saturday, January 10, 2015

8:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Spaces: $25.00 New and used item vendors welcomed! For more

informa�on e-mail shfleamarket@gmail.com or call (215) 624-6840 ext 243

Lenten Retreat for the Elect and RCIA Candidates An Archdiocesan Retreat for Adults in Sacramental Forma�on will take place at the Malvern Retreat

House, Malvern, PA on March 28, 2015, 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Contact the Malvern Retreat

House directly at 610-644-0400 or Mail@MalvernRetreat.com. The website for

Malvern Retreat House is h�p://MalvernRetreat.com

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Parish Calendar

The World Meeting of Families Theme for January 2015

January 2015: The Meaning of Human Sexuality The tangible, earthly, corporeal world is more than inert matter or modeling clay for the human will. Creation is sacred. It has sacramental meaning. It reflects God’s glory. That includes our bodies. Our sexuality has the power to procreate, and shares in the dignity of being created in the image of God. We need to live accordingly.

WMOF OPENS REGISTRATION AND ANNOUCES KEYNOTE SPEAKER

The World Meeting of Families—Philadelphia 2015 is an International Conference on the Family founded by Saint John Paul II and sponsored by the Pontifical Council for the Family in Rome and the Philadelphia Archdiocese. There will be many internationally known speakers to discuss what can help strengthen the sacred bonds of families across the globe. We expect thousands of attendees and will have a special track for youth and childcare available. Registration costs and package information can be viewed at Archphila.org. The group booking form, for 10 or more guests, can also be viewed and downloaded in PDF form. All group forms should be completed and emailed to kbaumer@worldmeeting2015.org.

Jan 14th: Separted/Divorced Support Group Monthly Support Group Father Crehan Hall 7:00 PM Ques�ons: Peg Duffy (215) 788 –1947 Jan 28th: Sunday Social Church Hall 12:30 PM Dona�ons Accepted

Weekend Offerings

12/20 5:00PM $2261.00 12/21 7:30AM $1197.00 12/21 9:30AM $2043.00 12/21 11:30AM $1523.00

TOTAL for weekend of December 12/20 $7024.

Thank you for your generosity.

May the Lord bless you.

On behalf of our Parish Family

we wish you a very Happy, Healthy and Blessed

New Year!

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Mass for the faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia who are at-tending the March for Life will be celebrated by Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. at 10:00 a.m. at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C.

For more information call Office for Life and Family at:

215-587-0500 Or visit:

www.phillycatholiclife.org

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