Sunday- Feb. 27- 11 a.m. Mass- visit of several African American and African Priests, sisters and brothers

March 5- Saturday- 9a.m.-12p.m.- Retreat- for ALL members of Parish Organizations. Be sure to be here to assess your ministry, share with others and strengthen the power of your witness.

                   WE NEED EVERYONE!

March 6- DISCIPLES IN MISSION- faith sharing groups begin- sign up on Feb. 27 or March 6- at the latest.

March 9- Ash Wednesday- Mass 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.- Lenten Journey continues every Wednesday evening with Mass at 7 p.m.- JOIN US!

March 12- 7pm- Monte Carlo and Night at the Races- Come have some fun!

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A DARK CLOUD

Once again, a dark cloud looms over the Archdiocese of Philadelphia regarding the reports of sexual abuse by a few priests.  While the grand jury report is disturbing and the alleged actions of those FEW priests are appalling, I strongly encourage everyone to hold onto your faith, and keep the Archdiocese in  your prayers.  The actions mentioned, pertain to only a few priests.  There are many, many priests who remain faithful to their vocation, ministering the sacraments and proclaiming God's message with a clear conscience.

I also empathize with our lay Catholics who might be attacked by others because of their religion.  My prayers are with you.

Although this disgusting act is discovered in many professions and other religions, we need to protect our children from this violent crime, and all violent crimes.

Please join me in prayer that our Catholic Church will make it right, and continue to minister to God's people as God wants it to minister.

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