
Saint Cyril Of Alexandria
Roman Catholic Church
153 Penn Boulevard,
East Lansdowne, Pa 19050

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SIXTH SUNDAY OF
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APRIL 27, 2008
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FROM THE PASTOR CHRIST IS OUR HOPE What an outstanding and hopeful time this past week has been! The visit of Pope Benedict the16th was a time to reaffirm our commitment to Christ and His Church. The Holy Father’s message that Christ is our Hope encouraged us to face the challenges of today with truth. Truth will set us free to work in creating a world open to the creative love which God pours into our hearts. Today’s gospel reminds us that we are not alone in our efforts to re-create the world. Christ has sent us a Helper, the Holy Spirit. In truth He will lead us into a deeper union with the Father and Jesus Christ. This eternal union will enable us to look with hope to the possibilities of the future. Through Him and with Him and in Him all things are possible. |
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK:
Rev. Thomas Rooney, Tonya Trinkle, Denise Gibbons, Ann Dolhancryk, Marge Augustine, Mary Kelly Lynch, Sheela Harty, Dickie Kolhoff, Florence Hutton, Maureen Holland, Winifred Kohlbrenner, Joseph Donnelly, Nancy Fundalewicz, David Stanton, Kay Becker, Franco Ghilardi, Joe Downs, Mary Merrill, Jack McCormick, Katherine Hamblin, Razia Jamal, Kathy Carney, Christie Lyons, Mary Beth DeFruscio, John Devlin, Rita Weiss, Philip BlemingsDECEASED: Thomas Brown, Rev. Edward H. Koob
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, APRIL 28TH
8:00 Anna Shaughnessy
TUESDAY, APRIL 29TH
8:00 James Bulger
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30TH
8:00 Elizabeth Pollock
THURSDAY, MAY 1ST
ASCENSION OF THE LORD
THURSDAY, MAY 1ST, IS THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD AND IS A HOLYDAY OF
OBLIGATION. MASSES WILL BE AT 8:00 AM AND 7:00 PM. THERE WILL NOT BE A
VIGIL MASS ON WEDNESDAY.
FRIDAY, MAY 2ND
8:00 William Robinson
SATURDAY, MAY 3RD
8:00 Mary Long
"THE DAILY MASS"
St. Ann’s located in Scranton, PA, produces a daily televised Mass that is broadcast in the Philadelphia area. The Mass airs Monday through Friday on WPPX-TV PAX 61 at 2:00 PM.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be on Friday from 8:30 AM until 7:00 PM.
ST. CYRIL SCHOOL
Our school is currently accepting registrations for Kindergarten through 8th grade. For those families who are new to the school, proof of vaccinations from the child’s doctor, a birth certificate, a baptismal certificate and the appropriate registration fee must accompany the registration form. For more information, please call the school office at 610-623-1113.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL
Next weekend we begin the annual Catholic Charities drive. This year’s theme is "Give to the Most High, as He has given to you, generously, according to your means". Sirach 35:7 – 10. The Catholic Charities Appeal has a profound impact on our co mmunity as approximately 250,000 people annually in the five counties of the Archdiocese are served in some way by the Appeal. Through the generosity of the people of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia the hungry are fed, the sick and infirm cared for, and children in need of homes are placed with adoptive families to name a few of the services that depend on Catholic Charities. Should you have any questions, please contact the Appeal office at 215-587-3651.
SPECIAL NOTICE
There have been reports from Churches in the area concerning robberies during Communion time. Some people’s purses and/or pocketbooks have been stolen when the parishioners are receiving Communion. Please do not leave any of your valuables unattended, especially during Communion time. Please let an usher, sacristan or priest know if something is missing at any time.
CONGRATULATIONS
In March, the following members of our parish received the Sacraments of Initiation and became full members of the Catholic Church.
Colleen Foley completed her Sacraments of Initiation with Confirmation and First Eucharist on March 10, 2008. Stephanie Fryer, Ciani Stewart and Josephine Lloyd were welcomed into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil on March 22, 2008. They all received the Sacrament of Confirmation and received the Eucharist for the first time.
Welcome to these new members of our parish family. May God continue to bless all of us as we continue our Easter journey.
PARISH COOKBOOKS
There are cookbooks left from our Bicentennial Celebration. These cookbooks can be found in the vestibules of church and are free to whoever would like one.
ANNIVERSARY MASSES
Couples celebrating their 25th or 50th or more years of marriage are invited to celebrate at mass on Sunday, May 4th at the Cathedral Basilica of Ss Peter and Paul in Philadelphia. Mass will be held at 2:30 PM. Anniversary couples and their families will be seated in a first come basis.
BASKETBALL CAMP
Monsignor Bonner High School will be holding two weeks of basketball camp this summer under the direction of Head Coach Brian Daly. The dates of the camps are June 16th – June 20th and July 21st – July 25th. For more information you can contact Coach Daly at 610-761-0191 or bdaly21@yahoo.com.
CAMILLA HALL
We will again be selling chances this year to assist the care of our Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary who reside at Camilla Hall. Chance tickets are $1.00 each or a book of 6 chances for $5.00. Please contact one of the Sisters either at the convent or school to purchase your chances. Chances will also be available at all masses the weekend of May 17/18. Drawing will be held on May 26th. Thank you for your continued support.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
St. Cyril Parish will be sponsoring a Blood Drive for the American Red Cross on Friday, April 25th in our social hall from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Appointments are preferred. Please call the Rectory at 610-623-5160 to reserve a time that is convenient for you. Thank you for your consideration.
ST. CYRIL SCHOOL CALENDARS
Mark your date for "08"! A 2008 St. Cyril School Calendar is now available. It features a class picture of our students for each grade. Copies are available at $10 each, 2 for $18 or 3 for $25. They will make great Christmas gifts. If interested contact Barbara Gray at 610-284-5984.
WALK OF MEMORIES
There are still bricks available for purchase for our Walk of Memories. Bricks cost $100, $200 and $300. Brochures are available in all vestibules. This is a nice way to remember a loved one, a family who has been in the parish, a wedding, etc. Forms are also available by visiting our website: www.saintcyril.org/order.
ST. CYRIL WILDCATS FOOTBALL
Congratulations to the CYO Football team for a great season this fall.
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here to see pictures from this season.
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SANCTUARY LIGHT MEMORIAL PROGRAM The Sanctuary Light is burning this week in memory of Leonard Fundalewicz, Jr. through the kindness of Betty Fundalewicz. SANCTUARY LIGHTS If you would like to have a loved one remembered, please contact Mary Lou at the Rectory – 610-623-5160. Lights are each $10.00. |
APRIL LOTTO
Congratulations to the winners of our Lotto for last week. They were:
DATE NUMBER WINNER AMOUNT
4/12 749 Unsold
4/13 628 Unsold
4/14 651 Unsold
4/15 317 Unsold
4/16 441 Dave Doney $50
4/17 259 Unsold
4/18 634 Kristen Barry $50
4/19 772 D. Coughlin $50
We use the 7:00 PM number. May Lotto tickets are now available. For only $5.00, your number is good for the entire month. Please consider buying a ticket or selling some to your family, friends or co-workers. You have to play to win!
We could use a few more volunteers to help sell these Lotto tickets at mass, especially the 8:00 AM. If you would be able to help out, please call Joanne Melazzo at 610-626-7074. Thank you.
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GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING Collection amount April 20, 2008 $4,624.00 Collection amount April 22, 2007 $5,944.00 COMMENT FROM FATHER KEARNS PARISHIONER COMMENT |
MASS INTENTIONS 2008
There are still some announced masses available for this year in the months of September, October and November. If you would like a loved one remembered in our daily mass, please contact Mary Lou at the Rectory. Mass stipends are still only $10.00.
ARCHDIOCESAN BICENTENNIAL PRAYER
Praised be Jesus Christ Now and Forever.
We ask you, Father, to send your Holy Sprit to make us ever more faithful witnesses to Jesus, our Eucharistic Lord. Through the example and intercession of His Mother Mary and our own patrons, St. John Neumann and St. Katharine Drexel, may the Church of Philadelphia be strengthened in holiness so as to walk in the light of faith and in the communion of love.
Grant this through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
SUN EAST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Full time and part time positions for Saturday and summer-time tellers are currently available. Candidates must have good math and PC skills along with excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Prior cash handling experience is required. Qualified candidates should submit their resume and salary requirements to: pwallace@suneast.org or fax to 610-485-7517.
MONSIGNOR BONNER MOTHER’S CLUB
A trip to Peddler’s Village is planned for Saturday, May 17th. Trip includes plenty of time to shop, lunch at the Cock & Bull Restaurant and roundtrip transportation. Cost is $50 per person. Call Marie at 610-532-8190 to reserve your seat.
LANSDOWNE BAPTIST CHURCH
A Tupperware Party Fundraiser is planned for Thursday, May 8th at 7:00 PM at the Lansdowne Baptist Church, Lansdowne & LaCrosse Avenues. Proceeds will benefit the Youth Group’s upcoming summer trip to the National Gathering of American Baptist Youth. Refreshments will be served. For additional information or questions, please call 610-626-0637.
LADIES NIGHT OUT
Holy Cross Home and School Association in Springfield is hosting a Ladies Night Out on Friday, April 25th from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM in the gym. There are 20 plus vendors coming to the event. Enjoy a night of shopping, fun and relaxation. Tickets are $6.00 in advance, $8.00 at the door. Call Ellen at 610-541-0877.
ALTAR ANGELS - HELP WANTED
Our wonderful, dedicated group of volunteers who help keep our sanctuary clean is getting smaller and smaller. If anyone can spare an hour on Thursday mornings after the 8:00 AM mass to assist these ladies, it would be very much appreciated.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CLOTHING DRIVE
In case you missed our clothing drive to benefit the St. Vincent DePaul Society, they will be at St. Louis Church, 821 West Cobbs Creek Parkway in Yeadon on Tuesday, May 13th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The society will accept usable clothing, small appliances, pots and pans, dishes, cooking utensils, toys, books, linens, towels and baby clothing (no baby furniture). Tax receipts are available upon request.
Saint Cyril's Alumni Committee
Donations are starting to come in from our first annual Alumni Fund Raising Drive. If you are an alumnus of friend of the school and have not received a mailing from the Alumni Committee and would like to be added to our mailing list for notice of future events, please contact Jim Gray at jeg19026@mail.com or send your name, address and year of graduation or other affiliation to:
St. Cyril Alumni Committee
P.O. Box 1094
Lansdowne, PA 19050
Donation can also be sent to this address
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Click here to read a letter from our current principal for the first Annual Alumni Appeal. |
UNITED WAY
When donating to the United Way, please remember our parish CYO program. Our United Way number is 06837. Thank you for your past generosity and consideration for this year.
CHARASMATIC PRAYER GROUP
Father Rayford Emmons will begin having a Charasmatic Prayer Group every Thursday evening from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM in Church. For further information, please call Father at 610-259-1476.
SELLERS NEEDED
If you would be able to help sell our supermarket gift cards after any mass on any weekend, it would be greatly appreciated. This program is run strictly by volunteers and we could use some more sellers. Call Mary Lou at the rectory 610-623-5160 if you would be able to help out. Thank you.
LOST AND FOUND
There are quite a few items that have been left in Church such as hats, gloves, glasses, etc. If you think you may have left something behind, please call Steve Love at 610-724-7128 to claim these items.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Share the gift of literacy and become a volunteer tutor for adult students at the Delaware County Literacy Council. A very gratifying and rewarding experience. Meet with students at one of our two centers, Lansdowne Avenue and Providence Road or at one of Delaware County Libraries. Contact Linda Radabaugh at 610-876-4811 for information.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
Time is of the greatest gift. Give a couple hours to God through volunteering at the Society of St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Shop located at 125 Chester Avenue in Yeadon. If interested, please call Theresa at 215-288-9540, extension 102 or stop in and speak with Donna. Thank you for helping them help others.
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ST. CYRIL SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Formerly the "Save St. Cyril School Committee" has a new name but the goal is the same – to keep our parish school open.
From Fr. Kearn's sermon opening Catholic Schools Week January 27, 2008
Catholic Schools: Light The Way
Today we are grateful to almighty God for His many blessings on our parish. We are blessed with a parish school and a wonderful principal, Sister Barbara Montague. We have this school because of the many generations of people who have gone before us.
It is the parents and grandparents and great-grandparents of today’s students who have made it possible for these fine young men and women to attend this school. This is a school where cultural diversity is lived out in honest interaction. We are a Catholic school but we share respect with families from other faith traditions. It is our racial and cultural diversity which makes us a vital force for good in our neighborhood.
The teachers, administration and the school and rectory staffs work well together to provide an excellent experience for the children. The students here at St. Cyril School learn not only academic subjects. The students are challenged to form moral values and civic attitudes which will prepare them for their future.
Through this moral, spiritual and academic formation our students can recognize that their parents and grandparents have made great sacrifices for them. These sacrifices remind us of the great price which Christ paid so that we might see the light of salvation. That light has been passed on from generation to generation.
It is up to today’s generation of students to experience the Light which is showing them the way to happiness. In the excitement of knowing the love of their ancestors, our students will realize that they can hope for a brighter future.
Through the guidance of God who surrounds them, these young people, the hope of the future, will bring good news to those desperately in need of someone to light the way.|
Click here for photos from Catholic Schools Week Open House 1-27-2008 |
The following are our planned fundraisers for the upcoming school year.
School Calendar November
Basketball Game CYO & Home and School
Parents February
Dance-A-Thon Friday, April 11th
Car Wash (Spring)
Texas Hold'em May
3 or 5K Walk or Run May
As you can see some dates all ready set while others are still tentative. If you have any additional ideas please let me know. We seem to have something going on each month.
Thanks, Jim jeg19026@mail.com
Saint Cyril's Alumni Committee
Any Alumni or friend of the Parish who would like to be added to our mailing list for notice of future events please contact Jim Gray at jeg19026@mail.com or send your name, address and year of graduation or other affiliation to:
St. Cyril Alumni Committee
P.O. Box 1094
Lansdowne, PA 19050
Save Our School
Many great stories of kindness and generosity
have come to light during the effort to save St. Cyril School. Starting
with the wish of Tommy Geromichalos, these good deeds have continued and
multiplied. We want to capture and record as many of these stories as we
can. We hope to use some of these stories in future newsletters and on our
web site. If you have an inspirational story about the effort to save
Saint Cyril School that you can share with us, and allow us to share with
others, we would love to hear it. Don't worry about spelling or grammar;
we can proof read it before it gets printed.
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here for more information and to submit your story.
PAPER RECYCLING
Please bring all your old newspapers, magazines, catalogs and mail to the green and yellow dumpsters located in the schoolyard behind the convent. Please do not put any cardboard boxes, telephone books or plastic bags in these dumpsters. You can add recycling to your errand route and bring your papers by once a week and help our parish raise money.
Check out other events on our fund-raiser
page.
www.saintcyril.org/fundraisers.htm
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Santa Anna Council of the Knights of Columbus is currently looking for a few good men. The Knights of Columbus offers many benefits and opportunities for members and their families. Some benefits include low cost life insurance as well as scholarship and student loans to members and their families. We also run various programs that have a positive impact on our parish and community. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please call Jim Gray at 610-284-5984.
SUPERMARKET GIFT CARDS
We sell gift cards for Acme, Pathmark, Giant and Fresh Grocer. The parish receives a 5% discount on all cards purchased. Our school families can also purchase these gift cards and receive credit on their tuition. Please call Mary Lou Love at 610-623-5160 for more information on this tuition reduction program.
LABELS FOR EDUCATION
Our parish school still participates in the Campbell’s Labels for Education program. Please save all your "Big G" Box Tops and Campbell’s labels, along with any blue register tapes from the Acme Markets in Clifton Heights or Drexel Hill (Bond Shopping Center). There is a container in the vestibule of church where you can drop off these items. Thank you for your support.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services is looking for single or married adults to become foster parents to children of all ages and races. There is a special need for families who can provide care to Teenagers, a population that needs love, guidance and support as they move into adulthood. To learn more about becoming foster parents, please call Melissa at 215-587-3960.
Individual, couples or family counseling sessions are available through Catholic Social Services. Insurance accepted and a sliding scale fee is offered for those without coverage. Please call 610-626-6550 for more information or to make an appointment.
Catholic Social Services, 240 N. Bishop Avenue in Springfield, has assistance to those who need any help with baby items. You can see them even before your baby is born for your newborn gift package. For more information, call 610-626-6550. They are open every Thursday from 9:15 – 11:45 AM.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Put your old wheels to work. The Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Philadelphia welcomes any vehicle donation of 1993 or newer cars, trucks, vans or motorcycles – working or not! All you need to do is to provide the vehicles title and they will do the rest. They provide free towing and do all the paper work. You will receive a receipt that makes your donation tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer for details. Call 215-288-8160 for more information.
SPONSOR A STUDENT
TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
St. Cyril has a program in place to help with the tuition needs of some of
our parish families. Many of us were fortunate to receive a free (or almost
free) Catholic education. Today that is not possible. For the 2004-05 school
year, our school families pay tuition of $2,225 for one child; $2,900 for two
children and $3,550 for 3 or more children. Should you wish to help a family
with their tuition bills, see www.saintcyril.org/sponsor.htm click
here for more information or contact Fr. Kearns. All inquiries are
confidential and your support is most appreciated as we try to help those
families who are struggling to keep their children in our parish school.
For more information click here.
ST. LUCY DAY SCHOOL
If you have a child with any type of visual impairment, St. Lucy Day School offers a curriculum approved by the Office of Catholic Education for children from birth through grade 8. Classes are held at Holy Innocents School in Philadelphia and registration is the last week in January. Call 215-289-4220 to make an appointment with Sister Meg Fleming, I.H.M., Principal.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Volunteers are urgently needed! The Red Cross is currently looking for help at their local bloodmobiles. You would greet and register the donors and serve refreshments. Volunteers may select days and locations nearby their homes to suit their schedules. Must be available weekdays. Drivers are also needed. Please call 215-405-8840 if interested.
MUSIC MINISTRY
We are always looking for anyone who would like to share their time and talent in praise and thanksgiving to God. Call the Rectory at 610-623-5160 and leave your name and number and we will have our Music Minister contact you. Thank you.
R.C.I.A.
If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming a Catholic, please join us for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) on Thursday nights at 7:30 PM in the school. Our weekly meetings are open to all parishioners as well and to anyone who would like to learn more about the faith. We have a diverse and interesting group of teachers, cover all kinds of topics and are open to any and all questions. For more information, please call Mary Kate Murphy at 610-259-2949.
DIVINE MERCY PARISH
Divine Mercy Parish, 67th and Chester Avenues, invites the Spanish community to celebrate mass in their home language Sundays at 12:30 PM. All are welcome to attend mass and gather after for a social. Benediction will follow at 4:00 PM.
UPPER DARBY SENIOR CENTER
The Senior Citizens of the parish are invited to join others at the Watkins Senior Center Monday through Saturday. The center is located at 326 Watkins Avenue in Upper Darby. You can call Michael Maloney or Mary Ann Manfre at 610-734-7652 for more information about the center and their activities.
UPPER DARBY/CARDINGTON-STONEHURST
TOWN WATCH
The Cardington-Stonehurst Civic Association will also hold their meeting the same night at 7:15 PM. A Town Watch is being formed and we need you! Please contact Ed Gorman at 610-209-6542 for more information. These two groups meet every 1st Tuesday of the month. Everyone is always welcome!
CARDINGTON-STONEHURST CIVIC ASSOCIATION
This group meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM. The purpose of this organization is to unite the neighborhood to improve its safety, appearance and quality of life. Meetings are held at the Watkins Avenue Multi-Purpose Activity Center (behind the 69th Street Athletic Field). For more information, please contact Amy Laub, PO Box 2315, Upper Darby, PA 19082 or email her at amylaub@rcn.com.
The Community Affairs group meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Watkins Multi Purpose Center. Contact Officer Tom Nee at 610-734-7769 for more information.
VISITING ANGELS
The Visiting Angels, which is a senior home healthcare agency, is always looking for qualified caregivers. Duties would include assistance in hygiene, meals and light housework. The Aging of America brings constant calls from families who wish to remain in their homes. Call 610-924-9663 to schedule an appointment to apply to their agency. You may also visit their website at www.visitingangels.com.
LITTLE FLOWER MANOR
Little Flower Manor in Darby is now offering Short-Term Rehabilitation for Medicare patients following Surgery/Injury, Stroke, Hip Fracture, Knee Replacement, Wound Care or general reconditioning following hospitalization. If you or your loved one is in need of these services please call Joanne Comly for information at 610-534-6036.
MERCY FITZGERALD HOSPITAL
Volunteers are needed to help with bringing the Eucharist to our patients. This is a wonderful ministry that brings many blessings to those who do it. We are especially in need of people for weekends and Wednesdays. Please contact Sr. Angela Fellin at 610-237-4738 if you are interested. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
DIVINE PROVIDENCE VILLAGE
Many full-time and part-time Direct Care Worker positions are available at Divine Providence Village in Springfield. Experience preferred but not absolutely necessary. For more information, please visit our website at www.cssmrserv.org. Applications are being accepted at 686 Old Marple Road, Springfield
UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
If you participate in the United Way Campaign, we would be most grateful if you remember our CYO program. Our donor number is 06897. Your generosity in the past has been greatly appreciated.
SEPARATED & DIVORCED CATHOLICS
For those experiencing the trauma of marital separation and divorce. Their programs enable separated/divorced Catholics understand their experience and to start or continue the recovery process. For more information, please call Alice at 610-259-9336.
ST. PHILOMENA’S NEW CENTURIONS
The Senior Citizens of St. Philomena Parish cordially invite all the seniors of our parish to attend their meetings which are held on the 2nd Monday of every month. Call Marie Murrin at 610-626-5634 or Gerry Carmichael at 610-622-1580.
CATHOLIC YOUNG ADULTS
A calendar of upcoming events for Catholic Young Adults in their 20s and 30s throughout the Philadelphia Archdiocese is now available at www.stillcatholic.com/PHILLY.htm.
RETROUVAILLE MARRIAGE PROGRAM
Retrouvaille Marriage Program is a program for Married Couples who feel anxious or stressed about their marriage. If you want to re-discover your marriage then Retrouvaille may be able to help you. Please visit our website at www.retrouvaille.org or call 1-800-470-2230 for more information.
FAMILY LIFE OFFICE PROGRAMS
SYSTEMATIC TRAINING FOR EFFECTIVE PARENTING is a program designed to teach skills to parents, so they can relate more effectively with their children. For information on programs currently scheduled in Delaware County call 610-660-9002.
THE TRIBUNAL OFFICE
The Tribunal is a group of specially qualified priests, sisters and lay persons whose responsibility is to come to the help of people who have experienced divorce. The Annulment procedure addresses problems surrounding divorces without affixing blame on either party. If you are divorced or married outside the Catholic Church, please telephone the Tribunal Office at 215-587-3750. All interviews are private.
VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATORS
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia provides comprehensive assistance to anyone who, as a minor, was sexually abused by a priest, deacon, teacher, employee or representative of the Archdiocese. Parents, guardians, children and survivors of sexual abuse are invited and encouraged to contact the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
When you make contact you can expect a confidential consultation with an Assistance Coordinator. The Archdiocese utilizes licensed social workers to provide this confidential service. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is committed to assisting you in the pursuit of emotional and spiritual well being.
ASIAN OUTREACH PROJECT
The County Office for the Services for the Aging in Delaware County is starting a program for the Korean and Vietnamese populations in Upper Darby at the Welcome Center, 7000 Walnut Street. Interpreters that can volunteer from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM once a week are needed. Please call David Parella at 610-499-1978 for information.
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UPCOMING REUNIONS:
SACRED HEART PARISH
Sacred Heart Parish in Clifton Heights is planning an all-school reunion. If you would be interested in having your name put on an information list call the Rectory at 610-623-0409 or email sch316@aol.com. This reunion will be a great way to celebrate the Parish’s upcoming 100th Anniversary.
MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT PARISH
An 8th grade reunion for the class of 1946 from Most Blessed Sacrament Parish in Philadelphia is being held on November 2nd. Please contact Joe O’Toole at 610-284-7425.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL
In preparing for their 100 years of Catholic Education, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish is looking for all alumni. They will begin their celebration with Mass, Open House and a Reception on Sunday, April 27th at 12:15 PM. Call 215-473-1669 for information or visit www.oll-alumni.com.
ST. GABRIEL SCHOOL
St. Gabriel School in Norwood is currently looking for any and all Alumni. If you or anyone you know attended St. Gabriel School it is now time to get back in touch with your Alma Mater. Please e-mail your current information to Judy Dunn at mgdunn@comcast.net or call the school at 610-532-3234.
ST. THOMAS MOORE HIGH SCHOOL
The Alumni Association of St. Thomas More High School is very active and holds a well-attended Communion Breakfast every year, along with socials, class reunions, a memorial Mass and a golf outing. If you are not receiving the newsletters or announcements, please contact the Alumni at their website, www.stmforever.com or call John Millon at 610-259-0380.
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IRS REGULATION
"Our parish school admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. Similar policies apply to the school staff. Our school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, its admission policies, or in any school-administered program".
BINGO
I thank Frank Eggles and his wonderful Crew of volunteers who have kept our Bingo program running over the years. Unfortunately, we can no longer continue our Tuesday evening games. Look for future fund-raisers to be announced.
ALTAR ANGELS
Our "Altar Angels" are in need of extra help on Thursday afternoons cleaning the church. If you would be able to donate an hour or two of your time, please come to church any Thursday afternoon at 1:00 PM. Thank you.
ANNIVERSARY BOOKS
There are still some commemorative 75th Anniversary Books available at a cost of $25.00 each. If you would like to purchase one of these keepsakes, please call Mary Lou at the Rectory at 610-623-5160.
UNITED WAY
St. Cyril’s CYO currently supports over 250 boys and girls participating on more than 20 teams. By directing your United Way contribution to St. Cyril’s CYO you will enable us to continue our fine tradition of a strong CYO program which is a great asset to St. Cyril Parish. Our code number is 06837. Thank you for your support.
"THE DAILY MASS"
St. Ann’s located in Scranton, PA, produces a daily televised Mass that is broadcast in the Philadelphia area. The Mass airs Monday through Friday on WPPX-TV PAX 61 at 2:00 PM.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
St. Francis Country House is currently seeking volunteers to assist residents within the facility in a variety of areas. Help is needed to assist staff with transporting residents to various activities, assisting in our chapel, gift shop, beauty shop, and central supply area. If you feel that you can donate some of your time, please contact Millie Roberts at 610-461-6510.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
The Society of St. Vincent DePaul will pick-up any large quantity of clothing, household items or furniture. To schedule a pick-up, please call 215-288-8160. Tax donation receipts are available upon request.
Put your old wheels to work. The Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Philadelphia welcomes any vehicle donation of 1993 or newer cars, trucks, vans or motorcycles – working or not! All you need to do is to provide the vehicles title and they will do the rest. They provide free towing and do all the paper work. You will receive a receipt that makes your donation tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer for details. Call 215-288-8160 for more information.
LEGION OF MARY
St. Cyril Parish’s Legion of Mary are always looking for new members. If you’d like to find out more about this organization, please call Carol Shiber at 610-623-7773
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be on Friday from 8:30 AM Mass until 7:00 PM.
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GUIDELINES FOR SPEAKING AT FUNERALS The following are recent guidelines from the Archdiocese regarding "Words of Remembrance" at parish funerals. The Order of Christian Funerals allows for a family member or friend of the deceased to speak after Communion, before the Final Commendation. Only one family member or friend is permitted to speak for no more than three minutes. These words of remembrance are meant to show an appreciation for the life of the deceased. They may take the form of a prayer or an inspirational text. Those who wish to give a eulogy or to share a story could consider doing so at the Viewing/Wake or at the cemetery. If you have any questions about this policy, please speak with Father Kearns.
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HOSPITAL STAYS
A recently enacted law has affected the longstanding practice of hospitals and nursing facilities to provide information to churches about parishioners who are patients/residents. Because of this new law, the priests and the staff in the Parish office may not promptly learn, or may not learn at all, that a member of the Parish has been admitted to a hospital. If you, or a member of your family, are hospitalized, and you want the Parish office to know, please personally contact the office and identify the patient, the hospital and the room number. Because all area hospitals may not have the same policies allowing the priest of the parish to know when members are patients, direct notice to the Parish from you or your family is a better approach. If you will be undergoing elective surgery, please call the rectory in advance to receive the Sacrament of the Sick (Anointing). Emergency calls will be handled at all times.
SUPERMARKET GIFT CARDS
Our parish sells Gift Cards/Certificates to the supermarkets listed below. The parish purchases these directly from the stores and we receive a 5% discount. Anyone is welcome to purchase these cards/certificates for their weekly grocery shopping. If you are a family with children in school, or know a family with children in our school, you can save money on your tuition every quarter. Thank you for your support of this program.
We sell gift cards for Acme, Pathmark, Giant and Fresh Grocer. The parish receives a 5% discount on all cards purchased. They can be used at any store location. Gift cards can be purchased after all masses on the weekend.
HOURS OF SALE FOR STORE CERTIFICATES
School Office – Tuesday 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Weekend After All Masses
CERTIFICATES ARE SOLD FOR:
ACME,
PATHMARK,
FRESH GROCERS (Drexeline and Barclay Square),
AND GIANT
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