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Please join us in celebrating
St. William Parish’s 100th Anniversary
‘Grateful and Blessed’
OPENING MASS
January 20, 2019—11:30am
Celebrant: Bishop Nelson Perez
Concelebrated by past and present priests from St. William Parish
EVENTS
November 14-17, 2018 & January 14-16, 2019 Parish Family Photo Sessions
Each participating family will receive a free anniversary book and family picture
May 5, 2019—Celebrate the first 50 years (1920—1970)
November 17, 2019—Celebrate the next 50 years (1970—2020)
June 2, 2019—Parish Picnic
October 6, 2019—Gala Dinner-Dance for all Alumni and Parishioners
CENTENNIAL MASS
January 19, 2020—11:30am
Celebrant: Archbishop Charles Chaput
Renew your faith, enjoy many blessings, and cherish the memories
of our anniversary as a parish community.The Church of Saint William
6200 Rising Sun Avenue - Philadelphia, PA 19111
(Tel.) 215-745-1389 (Fax) 215-745-8432
www.churchofstwilliam.com office@churchofstwilliam.com @stwilliamphila stwilliamphila
Rectory Office Hours: 8:45 AM to 11:45 AM and 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Convent Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Tel.) 215-745-3513
Parochial Religious Education Program (PREP) (Tel.) 267-831-8046
PARISH STAFF Upcoming Events
Rev. Alfonso J. Concha (Fr. Al), Pastor
Rev. Msgr. James E. Mortimer, Pastor Emeritus October
Rev. Tariq Isaac, Parochial Vicar 20-21 Sign up for your photo session after Masses
Rev. Augusto Concha (Fr. Gus) Retired, Resident 21 Mission Sunday
Rev. Eugene Almonor, O.M.I.
Deacon William Moser 21 Collection of food for St. Helena’s Cupboard
Deacon Felipe Cruz 21 Sunday Concert Series at 2:00pm (lower church)
Deacon Angel Alicea, Retired
November
CONVENT
1 All Saints Day (holy day of obligation)
Sr. Rose Patrice, Superior & Hispanic Ministry
Sr. Bernadette Taraschi, Dir. Religious Education PREP 14-17 Lifetouch Photo Sessions in Church
(schedule your appointment TODAY)
CELEBRATION OF THE SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM (Lower Church)
Spanish: 3rd Sunday of the month at 1:00PM St. William Concert Series
English: 2nd or 4th Sunday of the month at 1:00PM Season Opener—Sunday, October 21
Pre-Baptismal Instructions: 2:00pm—lower church
Spanish: 2nd Wednesday 7:00PM Rectory basement
English: 1st Sunday at 1:00PM (Church) Philadelphia Flute Quartet
For information or scheduling a Baptism, please email Deacon Everyone is invited for an
Bill Moser (English) or Sister Rose (Spanish) at the following: afternoon of musical enjoyment.
deaconmoser@churchofstwilliam.com Bring your friends and family.
s.rose@churchofstwilliam.com Light refreshments to follow.
Free-will offering graciously accepted.
CONFIRMATION Like and follow us on Facebook:
Bishops are Ordinary ministers of Confirmation. On special oc- www.facebook.com/stwillsconcertseries
casions priests can do the same.
RECONCILIATION IN CHURCH
Saturday: 4:00—4:45PM St. Helena’s Cupboard
Eve of Holy Days: 4:00—4:45PM Next weekend (Oct. 20-21) is our monthly col-
Eve of First Fridays: After 12:00 Noon Mass only lection of non-perishable food for St. Helena’s
For personal request, contact the Rectory. Cupboard. Thank you for supporting this min-
istry and bringing items. May God bless you
MATRIMONY
for thinking of others.
Weddings are scheduled on Saturdays at 11:00AM, 1:00PM, or
3:00PM in the Upper Church; 2:00PM in the Lower Church.
Couples intending marriage must contact our parish priest at
least six months prior to the intended date of marriage. MASS SCHEDULE
To reserve a wedding please contact :
pastor@churchofstwilliam.com. Sunday
For required marriage preparation contact the rectory or Vigil 5:00pm (Saturday)
PhillyCatholicMarriagePrep.com 7:30am, 9:00am 12pm (UC), 8pm (UC)
For wedding music contact Ken Houser, Music Director at 10:30AM - Spanish
music@churchofstwilliam.com. 4:00PM - Pakistani
5:30PM - Haitian
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
Sacrament of healing and God’s blessings for those who are Monday through Friday
sick or in serious condition. Parishioners in serious illness, 6:30AM and 12:00 Noon
please contact our parish priests. Anyone unable to attend
Mass due to illness may call the Rectory to make arrangements Saturday
to receive Communion in their home. 8:00AMCENTENNIAL Have you received a phone Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
call from St. William Church?
O October 14, 2018
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N 100
E 1920 - 2020
Sign up TODAY for your
individual or family picture!
Check our Parish website
FOCUS: God offers us the perspective of eternity.
In a secular world, so many people today have a
churchofstwilliam.com
R Click on Centennial Photobook limited perspective, valuing and pursuing what they
see before their eyes and what benefits them in this
Please schedule your photo appointment for one of the current life. God calls us, as followers of Jesus, to take
dates below. We will also be at the Masses next week- the longer view—to pursue eternal values, trusting that
end (October 20-21) for you to schedule your photo ses- God will also give us what we need here and now.
sion. During that time, the online scheduling will be
closed, but will reopen on Monday, October 22. LITURGY OF THE WORD: In the Book of Wis-
PHOTO SESSIONS: dom, Solomon sees beyond the beauties and attrac-
November 14 & 15 (2:00-9:00pm) Upper Church tions of this world and chooses the eternal values of
November 16 (2:00-8:00pm) Upper Church
November 17 (10:00am—5:00pm) Lower Church
wisdom and prudence. In the second reading, we
learn of the keen edge of the word of God. In the
You will receive a FREE 8x10 portrait NOW, along with
a commemorative book (available January 2020). Gospel, a rich young man is hampered by his wealth
from responding to the call to follow Jesus.
We invite and encourage all parishioners both present
and past to come together. Let’s celebrate our faith
and traditions. REFLECTION: If the man did give up his riches,
what visible assurance would he have that he had
God’s approval and the gift of life? He would have to
Holy Hours of Reparation—Oct. 14 (5:30-6:30pm)
All Catholics are invited to attend a monthly holy hour of
keep trusting and following Christ. "All he would
prayer before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament to ask for have" would be Jesus to assure him of God’s favor?
His mercy upon His church, for our own sins and those of
our bishops and priests. So we ask ourselves:
Location: Cathedral Basilica of SS Peter & Paul, Phila.
♦ Is Jesus enough for us?
♦ What signs do we look for, what do we need to
assure us of God’s love?
Prayer to St. Michael
St. Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle, God bless our newly baptized
be our protection against the wickedness Sarahi Martinez Cruz
and snares of the devil. Julia Verrecchio
Skylnn Loretta Pescatore
May God rebuke him we humbly pray;
Mason Cruz
and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host,
by the power of God, cast into hell Satan
Baptismal Certificates
and all the evil spirits If your child has recently been baptized and you would
who prowl about the world like a Baptismal Certificate, please contact the rectory at
seeking the ruin of souls. 215-745-1389. We are happy to prepare one for you.
Amen.
Pro Life Forum
DATE/TIME: Wednesday, October 17 (7:00—8:30pm)
PLACE: Holy Martyrs Parish Hall
SUNDAY COLLECTIONS 120 Allison Rd., Oreland, PA
Sunday, Sept. 30 $7,934 All are invited to hear Adam Dickerson (Canon Lawyer),
E-Giving $500 Dr. Monique Ruberu (Obstetrician & Gynecologist), and
Peter Bernetsky (Development Coord. Legacy of Life
Sunday, Oct. 7 $7,630 Foundation).
E-Giving $115
2nd Collection Hurricane Florence: $1,208 Next Sunday is Mission Sunday
Block Collection $1,785 The second collection next Sunday will be taken up for
Thank you for your continued support of the Parish the Missions around the world. Thank you for being as
and all the special collections. Fr. Al generous as possible.Masses for the week of October 14, 2018 Mass Book for 2019
The Mass Book for 2019 is now OPEN for anyone who
Sunday, October 14
would like to schedule an announced Mass for a loved
5:00 pm (Vigil) Francico Savier
one (living or deceased). Please contact the rectory dur-
7:30 am For the Sick & Dying
ing normal business hours by stopping in or calling 215-
9:00 am Lydia Rodriguez
745-1389. A donation of $10 per Mass is appreciated.
10:30 am Paul Taraschi
12:00 pm Dec’d members Bland family
8:00 pm William McGinley, Jr.
Saint William Senior NEWS
Senior Citizen meetings are held every 2nd and 4th
Monday, October 15 Wednesday at 12 Noon at Wesley, (7040 Oxford Ave-
6:30 am Charles D. Dick nue). New members are always welcome. The next
12:00 pm Thank You St. Therese meeting is this Wednesday, October 24th.
UPCOMING TRIP:
Tuesday, October 16 December 31—New Year’s Eve Day at Doolings, Spring
6:30 am Special Intention Lake, N.J. Cocktail hour, lunch, comedian/band. $99
12:00 pm Marie & Thomas Magras
Visitation Nuns
Wednesday, October 17 All are cordially invited to the Visitation Nuns at 5820 City
6:30 am Anthony J. Brady Avenue (btwn 59th St & Cardinal Ave) to celebrate the
12:00 pm Toan Doan (living) Feast of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque on Tues., Oct. 16 at
7:30pm Mass. St. Margaret Mary Alacoque of the Monas-
Thursday, October 18 tery of Paray-le-Monial, France received the Great Reve-
6:30 am Dep Doan (living) lations of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Visitation Nuns
12:00 pm Helen Seum (6th anniversary) throughout the world honor her in a special manner.
Friday, October 19 Volunteer Opportunities at St. William
6:30 am Special Intention ♦ Usher Ministry is an important part of our parish life
12:00 pm Richard Santelia and we are looking for a few good men and women to
aid in various light duties during Mass. Training will
Saturday, October 20 be provided. Please see Ed Emery or Joe Doroba for
8:00 am Vera Dobson more info or call the rectory at 215-745-1389.
5:00 pm Renate G. Koreck ♦ Lectors—we are looking for new lectors for Sunday
at the 7:30am Mass and weekday Masses. Please
Please keep the sick of our parish in your prayers. contact the rectory at 215-745-1389 if interested in
joining this ministry.
Loretta LaBarge Livia Ginobile
Bob Edmonds Peter Feledick
Carmella and John Dick James Trainor Around Town
Patrice Juliani Olivia Lutz
Diana Lucas Baby River Fisher Ritter St. Cecilia’s Got Talent
Eric Grey Saturday, Oct. 20 at 7pm– St. Cecilia Auditorium (525 Rhawn St)
Tickets available for $10—call Mary at 215-287-2792
Please pray for the souls of the faithful Outside food and beverages permitted
departed, especially those in our parish. Featuring professionals and amateurs—You won’t want to miss it!
Marie Wells
John J. Dick Jeanes Hospital Blood Drive—October 26
Appts. 9am—2pm at Physicians Office Bldg., 7600 Central Ave.
Register at 215-728-2131 or redcrossblood.org (Jeanes Hospital)
Bereavement Support Group
Lambie Funeral Home is offering Support Group meetings Fall Rummage Sale at Presentation BVM Church
the first Wednesday of the month from October through Oct. 19 (10am-6pm); Oct. 20 (10am-1pm)
June (7-8:30pm). Location is Rhawn St. & Rowland Ave. 100 Old Soldiers Rd., Cheltenham
The next session will be November 7 and the topic is
‘Help for the Holidays.’ The Facilitator is Deborah Roman Catholic High School
Gawthrop, a Grief Management Specialist. For info call Open House—Oct. 14 (11am-2pm)
215-624-8190. All are welcome. Scholarship/Entrance Tests—
Oct. 27 (9am); Nov. 17 (9am); Dec. 8 (11am)
Exposition of Sacred Relics Register www.romancatholichs.com 215-627-1270 x146 or x159
On Thursday, Nov. 1—Holy Day of Obligation and Feast
of All Saints, over 100 relics of the Lord and the Saints Nazareth Academy High School
will be displayed at Holy Martyrs Catholic Church, 120 Oct. 19—Scavenger Hunt for 7th & 8th gr. girls (7:00pm)
Allison Rd., Oreland, PA. Masses at 8:30am & 6:00pm. Oct. 27—Entrance/Scholarship Exam (7:45am-12:00pm)
For more info visit www.holymartyrschurch.org. Register: NazarethAcademyHS.org/AdmissionsEventsEstamos festejando los 100 años de nuestra
¿Quieres participar en el
Parroquia Saint William. Evento Cultural de los primeros
Domingo, 20 de enero, 2019, celebraremos con una 50 años de la parroquia?
Misa a las 11:30 am. Después de la Misa, habrá una Llamar: S. Rose 215-313-7753
1920—2020 convivencia en el Hall. Todos están invitados.
CONFESIONES: Todos los Domingo: 10:00 - 10:20AM. OCTUBRE 14,2018
DOMINGO 28, TIEMPO ORDINARIO
BAUTISMO: Coordina con Diácono Felipe o Hna. Rosa
2° Miércoles del mes a las 7:00 PM: Charla "VENDE LO QUE TIENES, DA EL DINERO A
LOS POBRES...Y SÍGUEME "!
3° Domingo del mes a la 1:00 PM: Bautismo
Certificado de Bautismo: Llamar la Rectoría 215-745-1389 Jesús va de camino hacia Jerusalén. Jesús sigue evangelizando e
Visitas y Comunión a los ENFERMOS y ANCIANOS: instruyendo a sus discípulos. Se acerca un joven que cumplía
Consulta con Padre Al. Asistente: Ida Jiménez los mandamientos. Quiere seguir a Jesús y heredar la vida eter-
na. Jesús le dice: "vende lo que tienes, da el dinero a los pobres,
CÍRCULO de ORACIÓN: y ven y sígueme". Jesús le invita a abrir el corazón, vaciarse de
Los viernes a las 7:00 PM en el sótano de la Rectoría sí mismo, y tener disponibilidad y apertura para servir a sus
hermanos. Vino seguro pero ahora se va inseguro. Vivo conten-
ROSARIO: Están invitados a rezar el Rosario cada domingo to, ahora se va triste. Pensó que cumplió todo pero ahora le
a las 10:00, antes de la Misa. falta mucho. Los discípulos no contaban con la ayuda de lo alto
como sucede también con nosotros. Pero Jesús nos regala su
gracia que siempre debemos pedirle, nos asiste con su miseri-
Discípulos Misioneros: cordia y no deja de ayudarnos. Y así, podemos seguir a Jesús y
cumplir con sus exigencias. Quien se desprende de todo, com-
Testigos del Amor de Dios prueba sorprendentemente, que nada le falta. Decía Santa Tere-
sa: "quien a Dios tiene, nada le falta. Solo Dios basta "!
TALLER de Formación:
sábado, 20 de octubre
9:00 AM — 12:30 PM : salón SACRAMENTOS para ADULTOS
St. William
Charlas: los domingos a las 9:00am
Lectores de la Palabra .. Ministros de la Eucaristía
Servidores: Circulo de Oración … Coros
Servidores de la Hospitalidad … Youth Group
Monaguillos ...Orantes del Rosario Celebremos la santidad del
Miembros nuevos Mons. Oscar Romero,
Lectio Divina … Misioneros
Comité Hispano … Ministro de la Caridad Mártir y Santo de El Salvador
Padres de Familia de PREP Canonización en Roma:
Hermandad del Señor de los Milagros 14 de octubre del 2018
Miembros nuevos
Oh! Dios Padre Misericordioso,
TE INVITAMOS a participar en este taller y en que por mediación de Jesucristo
la vida parroquial y la intercesión de la Virgen María, Reina de
Paz; y la acción del Espíritu Santo, concediste al
San Óscar Romero la gracia de ser un Pastor
CONSULTAS sobre la INMIGRACIÓN: ejemplar al servicio de la Iglesia;
y en ella preferencialmente a los pobres y
HIAS los necesitados.
2100 Arch St. 3rd floor 215-832-0900 Haz, Señor, que yo sepa también vivir
conforme al Evangelio de tu Hijo y dígnate
Servicios Sociales Católicos: glorificar a tu San Óscar Romero y concédeme,
222 N. 17th St. 215-854-7019 por su Intercesión, el favor que te pido…….
Welcome Center Así sea.
215-634-1696 Padre Nuestro … Dios te Salve … Gloria...
Servicios Sociales Católicos está buscando “Foster Care Families” para un Nuevo programa de
servicio a los niños no acompañados que han cruzado nuestras fronteras.
Información sobre posiciones de trabajo o para obtener certificación para cuidar niños:
Robert Montoro: 267-331-2443 rmontoro@chs-adphila.orgCOVER SHEET
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS
#002005: St. William Church
6200 Rising Sun Avenue
Philadelphia, Pa. 19111
PHONE
215-745-1389
CONTACT PERSON
Judi Schein
SOFTWARE
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SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION
October 14, 2018
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