DAILY MASS
Monday - Saturday
8:00 AM
Recitation of the Rosary,
Wednesdays, 7:40 AM
Eucharistic Adoration
Fridays, 8:30 AM-noon
Miraculous Medal Devotions ,
Saturday mornings,
following Mass
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturdays 3:00-4:00 P.M.
Reverend Joseph E. Howarth, pastor
Rev. Charles Sullivan, in residence
Rev. Alexander Masluk, in residence
All Masses are livestreamed
WEEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil
4:30 PM
Sunday Masses
7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 4:30 PM
HOLY DAY SCHEDULE
Vigil Mass
4:00 P.M.
Holy Day
8:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 7:00PM
parish news & events
Oh how lovely is your dwelling place...
Immaculate Conception Church is grateful for the generosity of its Parish family.
These recent changes to our church have been acomplished through donations.
Some have been dedicated in the memory of loved ones.
The Ciarrocchi Family
In Loving Memory of
Donald & Frances Riccardo
Lewis & Carmella Battaglia
Dominick A. Cipollini, Sr.
Dominick A. & Marlene Cipollini
In loving memory of Robert Gabage Sr.
In loving memory of Joseph A. Zeccardi, Jr.
In loving memory of John Reardon
Dottie & Paul Morse
Dan & Elena Cipolla
In loving memory of
Joseph J. & Anna M. McGoldrick
Anne M. McGoldrick
Joseph J. & Delores McGoldrick
for their dedicated service to the families
of Immaculate Conception BVM parish
Tom & Terry Mc Goldrick
Debbie & Rich Maha and Family
H. James & Sheila M. Tollett Family
.
In honor of Wendy and Pat Stanton
for their devotion
to the Blessed Sacrament
Luci & Joseph Harp
Special thanks to Kevin Guerin for his excellent craftmanship in refurbishing the shrine areas.
An Invitation....
Trust and Hope
Most of us, especially those of a certain age, have witnessed the alarming decline over the years in Mass attendance and participation in the life of the Church. The reasons are many, but the fact is that only about 17% of Catholics attend Mass. The response to that reality by the Church in the U.S. has been to do its best to “manage the decline.”
There have been essentially three approaches: 1.) Close parishes gradually through a planning process, 2.) Close many parishes all at once (rip the band aid off). or 3) Allocate multiple parishes to a single priest and see what happens.
Archbishop Perez is leading an effort in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to take a different approach – a “Fourth Way.” Thus, we as an Archdiocese are embarking on a long-term approach to reverse the decline and actually grow the church. One of the themes of this endeavor is to recognize that we are in “Apostolic Times.” That is, we are a missionary church once again.
At our invitation, Brian McCarthy, the new head of Strategic Planning for the Archdiocese, has agreed to hold an information session for parishioners of Immaculate Conception and Our Lady Help of Christian parishes.
The session will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians on February 20th at 6:30PM. Please come and bring your questions with you. Your input is essential to the success of this important initiative.
Call the parish office with any questions: 215-887-1501
Baptism Suppers
Our newest members of the parish are celebrated at the monthly Baptism Suppers at the rectory. For families who have not attended a Baptism class, our priests host a dinner where they can answer the questions of the new parents and get to know them before the baptism of the baby. A 'presenting couple' is also there to add their experiences to the evening.
We are always looking for volunteer presenting couples. For more information contact the office: icr604west@gmail.com.
FROM THE PARISH OFFICE
The Parish Office is located in the school building at
606 West Avenue.
Email: icr604west@gmail.com
Phone: 215-887-1501
HOURS: M-F 9-12, 1-3
Job Opportunity:
An IC parishioner is in need of a companion for her husband while she attends doctor’s appointments and other outings. This paid position would come with advance notice about dates and times but some flexibility would be necessary. She would also be willing to work around your schedule when possible.
He is bedridden, but no medical care would be needed. However a health care background would be helpful. The perfect applicant would be a stay at home mom or a retired individual looking for additional income. Please call the parish office for details 215-887-1501.
UPCOMING MASS INTENTIONS
SUNDAY, February 16
7:30 AM Mary Mooney
9:30 AM Sylvester C. Richardson
11:30 AM Kershner and Gulla famlies, living and deceased
4:30 PM Pro Populo
MONDAY, February 17
8:00 AM Richard Mahoney
TUESDAY, February 18
8:00 AM Ted Cecil
WEDNESDAY, February 19
8:00 AM Irena Stec-Sala , Living Intention
THURSDAY, February 20
8:00 AM Martin Rush
FRIDAY, February 21
8:00 AM Our Seminarians
SATURDAY, February 22
8:00 AM Regina Guerin, Living Intention
4:30 PM Brendan McCann