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Dear St. V's,
Tomorrow, Sunday, we will take nominations for Mass representatives for the Parish Council. Two 9:30 Mass representatives will be leaving the Council after the June meeting: Mike Jacko (Council President) has served two terms (he is ineligible for re-election) and Dan Rolandelli has served one full term and declines to run for a second term. Denise Hamilton, 11:45 Mass representative, has also served (at least!) two terms. We are all very grateful for the care, attention, and time these parishioners have given to St. Vincent's.
Please consider prayerfully whether you can serve the parish as a member of the Parish Council. It is one way to give back to the Eucharistic family that nurtures and supports your faith, and provides a good opportunity to learn more about the many ways our community expresses our unique charism. Help us into a deeper discovery of who we are.
Consider also who you can nominate. Use your fabulous new Parish Directory to see their picture and send them an email or call to ask if they'd be willing to serve. The Council meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, from 7:30 - 9:30 PM. All meetings are open to all parishioners.
With thanks and in peace,
Colleen, PA
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Sunday, May 5, 2019
…in the words of
John's Gospel 21:17
Jesus said to him the third time,
"Simon, son of John, do you love me?"
a response in another's words,
a prayer-poem –
how many times
does it take
or is it an endless question
needing sequentially
a deeper challenge
to deeper thought
birthing deeper answers
answers that take shape
words of love fashioned
into works of love
[a truly loving "amen"]
Fr.. Ray
…now a response
in your own words,
a prayer-poem –
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With Thanks from the Green Team
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The Green Team thanks all who participated in the Environmental Fair. Knowledge create awareness! So let’s all “Hear the Cry of the Earth” and do something more to protect what God has created!
For those who could not get down to the Undercroft last Sunday morning, there is a Green display with learning materials (what's recyclable and what's not?) for your perusal this week in The Gathering Space.
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Only 2 weeks 'til the Parish Retreat:
Peaceful, Spiritual, Community Building, and Fun!
Friday, May 17 - Sunday, May 19
Where: Camp Nawakwa, PA (near Gettysburg)
Children: are welcome (and free). We offer age-appropriate children’s programs, leaving parents free to enjoy the retreat.
Setting: Green Nawakwa, with hiking trails, playgrounds and a labyrinth.
Rooms: Stay in one of two lodges, or you may camp.
Meals: Three are included: Saturday lunch & dinner, Sunday lunch.
BYOB (bring your own breakfast).
Liturgy: Fr. Ray will celebrate Mass on Saturday afternoon.
Cost: Suggested donation is $100 per adult and $50 for campers & Saturday-only attendees. Partial scholarships available for St. Vincent de Paul parish members only.
Too busy? Come for Saturday only.
Register at the table in the Undercroft
or CLICK HERE to register online.
Please do not register non-parishioners without emailing Rosemary Bitzel, Retreat Coordinator, first.
Please pay your retreat donation before the retreat weekend.
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Mission Statement
We the people of God of
St. Vincent de Paul Church
Respond to God’s call to
Reflect
The light and love of God the Creator,
Mother and Father of us all,
The infinite mercy and compassion
of Jesus Christ,
The empowering grace of the Holy Spirit
Support
Our welcoming community of
diverse persons and families
Our active and full participation in
liturgies and celebrations
Our spiritual growth in scripture,
sacraments and community
Commit
To love, serve and challenge one another
To sustain the Earth, our neighbors near and far,
the poor, the marginalized
To be healing instruments of justice and peace
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