our patron, St. Francis of assisi. - jppc.net

1 Clergyrev. Anthony J. Costa, Pastorrev. Salvatore M. riccio, Pastor emeritusrev. grant, Weekend Assistantrev. Joseph J. Meehan, Pastor emeritus St. eugene (Primos, PA) In residenceDeacon James D. KaneDeacon W. Timothy BaxterCoordinator of religious education: Madelyn McBrideParish Music Director: Eric J. Longoregional youth Minister: Jeffrey P. Braconnier Business Manager: Joan FogartyParish Services Assistant: Bernadette DePaulParish Secretary: Joan Curtisrectory: 136 Saxer Ave., Springfield, PA 19064610-543-0848 Fax: School: 112 Saxer Ave. 610-543-0546 Parish School Principal: Jill Carroll eucharistic CelebrationSaturday Vigil: 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:00, 8:30, 10:00 and 11:30 AMMonday-Saturday: 8:00 AMHolyday Vigil: As announced Holyday: As announced rite of reconciliationSaturday: 3:00 - 3:45, Every day by appointment, Communal Services: SeasonalBaptismThe Sacrament of Baptism is administered on the First, Second and Third Sunday of the month at 1:00 into the catholic Church - sessions are held for adults considering belonging to the catholic must be made at least six months before the wedding date is chosen.

2 Please call the Rectory to make an appointment with a registrationWelcome new members! You may pick up your welcoming packet (which includes registration) at the rectory after all Masses on the weekend or Monday to Thursday from 9 AM to 7:30 PM, Friday from 9 AM to 3 are asked, if possible, to arrange an appointment in advance by calling the Rectory, 610-543-0848St. Francis oF assisi MiSSion StateMentthe Mission of St. Francis of assisi Parish in Springfield, Pa is to be disciples. centered in the eucharist, we are called to encounter, follow and imitate Jesus way of life through the humble example of our patron , St.

3 Francis of SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Sunday, January 20, 2019 7:00AM Daniel McGarvey 8:30AM Ida and Michael Palladino & Carmela and George Louden 10:00AM Rudolph Shiller (19th Anniversary) 11:30AM Marty Stenson Monday, January 21, 2019 8:00AM Mickey Russell 1:00PM ADORATION Tuesday, January 22, 2019 8:00AM Mickey Russell Wednesday, January 23, 2019 8:00AM Joseph Clapper Thursday, January 24, 2019 8:00AM Kevin Gallen Friday, January 25, 2019 8:00AM Thomas Petner Saturday, January 26, 2019 8:00AM Donna Braulinger 4:00PM For the People of the Parish Sunday, January 27, 2019 7:00AM Mary Ciarrochi 8:30AM Frank Magee, Sr.

4 10:00AM John Govannicci 11:30AM Deacon Art McGuire THE SANCTUARY CANDLE This candle burns to remind us of the sacramental presence of Jesus Christ. If you wish to have the Sanctuary Candle burn for a week in memory of a loved one, or for the Special Intention of a loved one, you can make arrangements by coming to the rectory. Offering of $20 is requested. MEMORIAL FOR JANUARY 2019 BREAD ~ John & Bernadine Neary WINE ~ available REMEMBER ALL THOSE WHO HAVE DIED May they rest in God s peace and May their families be comforted. Home Sales: Monday-Thursdays; 9AM-5PM Debbie Peterson at call 484-432-1472 Sunday hours: CCR (building behind Church): 9-11:15AM.

5 ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA--TELEVISION MASS Sunday mornings at 5:30AM: WPVI Channel 6 The Archdiocese thanks Channel 6 for its generosity in broadcasting the Television Mass. BREAKING OPEN THE WORD Third Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ January 27, 2019 Nehemiah 8:2-4A, 5-6, 8-10 Ezra read to the people from the book of the law for a long time, interpreting it so that everyone could understand. Do I take opportunities to learn more about the Word of God as proclaimed in the scriptures? If I do not, why not? 1 Corinthians 12:12-30 Just as each part of the human body has its own function to perform, so does each part of the Body of Christ.

6 Am I content to do my part as well as I can? Do I wish I had a different calling? What happens if I leave my part undone? Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 After His Baptism, Jesus started preaching in all the synagogues of Galilee. He came to the synagogue in Nazareth, read a prophecy from Isaiah concerning Him, and then calmly told the people that this prophecy had been fulfilled in their hearing. Jesus doesn t always make His presence known in such a dramatic fashion. Am I listening to hear His words to me? PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK Baby Michael Farley Lexi Cable Baby Caroline Ferry Shiloh Cronck Evan Farrington Timothy Duke Dominic Rosini Gino Francisco Meghan Rauchut Diane Colgan Marjorie Silli Isabella Carullo Emilee Serrano Carrie Serrano Mag Post Robby Wonder Bill Colgan Pam Flood Susan Marcantonio James Fox Rich Buckley Doreen Grafstrom Monique Carpenter

7 Peter Minnis Marie Brown Andrew Barna Bridget McHugh Stephen Spence Jack Valvardi Steven Little John Harlow Jackie McPeake Anna Rokos Richard Gildea Bill Seavey Daniel Fahey John Conforti Colleen Minnis Bob Iatesta Phyllis Dunn Violet McGeever Nicole Vela Small Thomas Nolan Terri DeSantis Diana Nardello Ryan Montgomery Christopher Biddle Alan Lauer Robert Busch Barry Hill Kathy Fritz MaryLou Dellipriscoli Jim McDonnell Kenneth M.

8 Siebert Jeannette Siebert Shealyn Mencel Rev. Mark Kunigonis Cynthia Fries Henry Gray O Donnell Judy Devine Dr. Bill Hushion Frank Canavan Doris O Hara Joy Van Berg Cass Johnston Lavan Beth McCarron Mary Benedetti William Teste Laura Howarth Jon Grady Jean Gallagher Lauren McRae Stephen Marchini Kathleen Mullin Ralph Feindt Marty Meenan Anne McGlone Nicholas Panichelli Kate Ciavarelli Amy Faulls If you have someone you would like prayed for, OR have removed from prayer list.

9 Please email Joan Curtis at or call the Rectory at 610-543-0848. Thank you for your prayers. 1-175 ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY Our conference of The St. Vincent de Paul Society assists the parish in performing the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Due to these difficult times, we have been unable to provide needed help to some clients in need. Donations to the St. Francis Conference would be appreciated. 100% of all donations have always been distributed to those in need; there are no middleman costs or overhead. We acknowledge donations over $ and we are a Section 501 (3) charity.

10 Vincentians practice the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy in helping those in need. Our assistance is given confidentially. We are always open to new members who have a desire to aid those in need. We meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month in Conway Hall at 7:30PM. GREENDROP CLOTHING PICKUP Donate your gently used CLOTHING every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. GreenDrop Clothing pickup will be at the White Elephant from 9AM for an hour (sometimes longer). ONLY CLOTHING WILL BE ACCEPTED. Collections benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Society. PARISH catholic BOOK CLUB Coordinated by the Three Parish Adult Faith Formation Team The Three Parish Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm in the Parish Center of Holy Cross Church.