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St Joseph, Downingtown PREP
2011-2012
Adult Faith Formation
opportunities:
CMI is an excellent program that provides faith formation and valuable skills for the laity. You will receive the background and experience you need to grow in your faith.
The Catechetical Institute, offers adult Catholic catechesis for those interested in growing in knowledge of the faith, and catechist training for those who teach the faith.
Adult Faith Formation
opportunities at
St. Joseph Parish:
BIBLE TIMELINE
Cost:
$30 if you have the materials from the
8 week Bible Timeline.
$40 if you have no previous materials.
Child Care is available for morning sessions with advanced request. To register contact Tom
Keenan: 610-269-8294/ tomk@stjoesdtown.org
Dates / Times
All Sessions are held in the Parish Meeting Center. Both Evening and Morning Sessions Available.
Tues. Evenings Wed. Mornings
7:00 –8:30 PM 9:45–11:15 AM
Oct. 4 Oct. 5
Oct. 11 Oct. 12
Oct. 25 Oct. 26
Nov. 22 Nov. 23
Nov. 29 Nov. 30
Dec. 6 Dec. 7
Dec. 13 Dec. 14
Jan. 10 Jan. 11
Jan. 17 Jan. 18
Jan. 24 Jan. 25
Jan. 31 Feb. 1
Feb. 7 Feb. 8
Feb. 14 Feb. 15
Feb. 21 Feb. 22
Feb. 28 Feb. 29
Apr. 10 Apr.11
Apr. 17 Apr. 18
Apr. 24 Apr.25
May 1 May 2
May 8 May 9
May 15 May 16
May 22 May 23
May 29 May 30
Support our Parish
Order gift cards through shopwithscrip.com
You pay the face value and a % is given to the Parish.
Go to St Joseph Parish website for more details
First Penance
First Communion
Packet Contents
due to child's teacher
week of December 4th
Confirmation
Packet Contents
were due to the
week of December 11th
St Joseph PREP
Downingtown, PA
Once again, the St. Joseph Stewardship Committee is providing
offertory envelopes for the children of our parish.
The Children’s Offertory Envelope program can be used to teach your children
about the joy and responsibility of sharing our gifts with God and one another.
The program allows the children write down ways they have been good stewards through prayer or good deeds. Children may also give money, but it should be from their own banks or allowances, rather than from their parents’ wallets, as it is more meaningful that way. All funds received through the Children’s Offertory Envelope program will be donated to a charity that helps children and families.
The Stewardship Committee hopes that participation in the Children’s Offertory Envelope program will be a positive experience for your children and will mold them into stronger and more giving Catholics. Please support the effort by first and foremost bringing your children to Mass every weekend. Please also remind them to bring their envelopes with them and talk with them through the week regarding their thoughts and feelings about giving.
PREP - January 29, 30, 31
Sunday, February 5
Monday, February 6
Tuesday, February 7
Please bring non-perishable food item(s) with you to class.
There will be collection boxes in the lobby.
All items collected will be given to the Lord’s Pantry for distribution.
Thank you!
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Men's Spirituality Conference 2012
This year's theme is: "Strengthen One Another."
The Conference will be held Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Archbishop Ryan High School.
Speakers: Immaculée Ilibagiza, Tony Melendez, Tim Staples, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers , Rev. J Brian Bransfield
Closing Mass celebrated by Archbishop Charles Chaput
Register Today and Receive an Early Registration Discount
For information, go to www.manupphilly.com
We will see you Saturday, March 3rd 2012
Conference Mission Statement
"As the Father has sent me, so I send you." (John 20:21)
As Catholic men of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, we strive to make Jesus Christ present in our lives. Called together, we seek God's grace to strengthen one another and grow in commitment to our Catholic faith. Equipped as witnesses of the Gospel, we serve our families and the Church.
Valentine Breakfast Buffet
to benefit
St. Mary's Franciscan Shelter for Homeless Families
Sunday February 12, 2012
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
at St. Mary's Parish Center
Grant Ave
Phoenixville, PA
all-you-can-eat buffet
catered by Mr. Christman of MAKE IT SPECIAL in Royersford
Reservations must be made by Friday, February 3
Sacramental Parent Forum MAKEUP
Thursday, February 9, 2012
7:00 pm in Parish Meeting Center (behind Education Center)
If you were unable to attend the October 29, Sacramental Parent Forum, please plan on attending the MAKEUP on Thursday, February 9 7:00-9:00 pm in the Parish Meeting Rooms.
Any questions, concerns, please contact the PREP Office
ALL ARE WELCOME!!
Annual Mass and Reception for Persons with Disabilities
Saturday, March 10, 2012
11:00 a.m.
Celebrant: Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.
The Annual Archdiocesan Eucharist Celebration Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities, The Deaf Community, Family, Friends and Caregivers is scheduled for Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul at 18th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia. Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., will be the principal celebrant and homilist. There will be a light reception immediately following. All are Welcome. To RSVP or for more information contact the Department for Pastoral Care for Persons with Disabilities and the Deaf Apostolate at 215-587-3530 (voice), 267-507-1215 (VP), email: jlavende@adphila.org or www.archphila.org.
This year there will be no mailing of tickets but we do ask that you RSVP so that we have an idea of numbers for the reception. ALL ARE WELCOME!!
Day of Recollection on the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Saturday, April 21, 2012 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary from
9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Cardinal Burke is flying from Rome to be with us. Please please save the date if you think would be interested in attending this beautiful day in honor of the Sacred Heart. Cardinal Burke is the Prefect of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura (the Church's highest court), the Episcopal Moderator and International Director of the Marian Catechist Apostolate since the death of Father John A. Hardon, S.J., for whose Cause for Beatification he is Postulator.
More information coming soon.
REPENT AND RESURRECT IN THE SPIRIT:
Archdiocesan Men's Spirituality Conference Committee sponsors Father Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM, Cap., Papal Preacher and Scripture Scholar, speaking on : "The Co-responsibility of the Priest and Laity in Renwing the Church" at St. Mary Magdalen Parish, 2400 North Providence Rd, Media, PA, Sunday. February 12 & Monday, February 13, 2012 at 7:00 PM. All are welcome. Contact Msgr. Ralph J Chieffo at frralphsmm@verizon.net or 610-566-8821 for details.
PREP CLASSES - February 5, 6, 7
Sunday, February 5:
Babysitting availble for parish children in K3/CARES room during the 9 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
8:50 PREP classes meet Preschool through level 6
10:20 PREP classes meet Kindergarten through level 6
12:45 pm Mrs. Newhard's MON 6:45 Level 1 class meets in Education Center (school) lobby. Then walk over to Church as a class. Children will remain in CHURCH for pick-up at 2:00 pm.
Monday, February 6:
4:45 PREP classes meet Kindergarten through level 6
6:45 PREP classes meet level 1 through level 6
ONLY Mrs. Newhard's level 1 class will NOT meet today. Attended Baptism yesterday
Tuesday, February 7:
6:45 PREP classes meet level 1 through level 6
