Saint Timothy Roman Catholic Church / Saint Timothy Parish

THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF
SAINT TIMOTHY
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA
11 AUGUST 2013-THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY
FOUNDED 1928
IN
ORDINARY TIME
AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Sunday Mass
Saint Timothy Rectory
Saturday evening: 4:30p.m.
Sunday: 6:30, 8:30, 10:00a.m., 12:00p.m.
3001 Levick Street * Philadelphia, PA 19149
Telephone: 215-624-6188 * Fax: 215-624-1316
Daily Mass
Open daily 9:00a.m. — 4:00p.m.
Reverend Michael S. Olivere Pastor
Reverend Daniel J. Dwyer Parochial Vicar
Reverend John A. Kolodziej, OSFS
Sunday Ministry
Pastoral Staff
Sister Beatrice McElrone, SSJ
Director of Social Services
215-331-5436
Ms. Anne Coneghen
Director of Music Ministries
215-624-6188 x102
Monday to Friday: 6:30, 8:30a.m.
Saturday: 8:30a.m.
Summer Daily Mass Schedule:
May 28-September 2
Monday to Friday: 8:30a.m. & Saturday: 8:30 a.m.
Holydays
No Vigil Mass the day before the Holyday.
Mass on the Holy day of Obligation:
6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 12:05 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Blessed Trinity Regional Catholic School
Hawthorne and Levick Streets
Telephone: 215-338-9797 * Fax: 215-331-6457
Ms. Linda Milewski, Principal
Mrs. Cheryl Kirschman
Coordinator of Religious Education
215-338-9797 x123
www.st-tims.org
Information
Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is held every Wednesday in the lower church beginning at 9:00a.m. and concluding with benediction at
12:00p.m. noon.
Reconciliation (Confession)
Confessions are heard every
Saturday from 3:15 to 4:15p.m.
in the Lower Church or by appointment.
Anointing of the Sick
Please contact the rectory to
make arrangements for anointing and Communion for the
sick and dying.
Baptism of Children
The Sacrament of Baptism is
administered on the second and
fourth Sunday of each month at
1:00p.m. in the upper church.
Saint Timothy Convent
3033 Levick Street
Telephone: 215-624-8333
The Sisters of Saint Joseph
Parents are asked to register for
Baptism by calling to meet with
one of the parish priests. PreJordan Instructions are required
for parents and are held on the
first Monday of each month at
7:00p.m. in the Rectory Dining
Room. The next Pre-Jordan
conference is scheduled for
Monday, September 9th.
Sacrament of Marriage
Arrangements for the Sacrament of Marriage must be
made with one of the parish
priests at least six months before the wedding date.
Visits to Sick and Homebound
The parish priests and deacon
visit the sick in their homes and
in area hospitals. Please contact
the rectory to arrange a visit.
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Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults (RCIA)
RCIA prepares adolescents and
adults for Baptism and full
communion in the Catholic
Church. For more information,
please contact the Rectory office.
Religious Education (CCD)
Religious instruction for elementary school students takes
place on Wednesday afternoons
during the school year. Please
contact Mrs. Cheryl Kirschman
for more information.
New Parishioners
New parishioners are most welcome, and are encouraged to
register at the rectory as soon as
possible after moving into the
parish.
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Mass Intentions
Eucharistic Celebration
CELEBRANT SCHEDULE FOR
August 17th and 18th
MON. AUGUST 12TH– ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL
8:30AM
Deceased Sisters of Saint Joseph
TUE. AUGUST 13TH– STS. PONTIAN & HIPPOLYTUS
8:30AM
Frances Adelizzi—7th Anniversary
WED. AUGUST 14TH– ST. MAXMILLIAN KOLBE
8:30 AM Michael Masanis, Sr.
THU. AUGUST 15TH– THE ASSUMPTION
OF THE
6:30AM
8:30AM
12:05PM
7:00PM
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Dec’d. members of the Tufts Family
John Boyle
Jack McLean, Sr.
Patricia Cooper
Church Memorials-Week of August 12 th
FRI. AUGUST 16TH– SAINT STEPHEN OF HUNGARY
8:30AM
The Harrity Family
SAT. AUGUST 17TH– NINETEENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME
8:30AM
4:30PM
The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 PM Father Daniel Dwyer
CELEBRANTS FOR SUNDAY
6:30AM Father Michael Olivere
8:30AM Father Michael Olivere
10:00AM Father Daniel Dwyer
12:00PM Father John Kolodziej, OSFS
Frank Carmichael
John Cannon
Please note: Summer Daily Mass Schedule is in effect
as of Tue, May 28th - Daily Mass 8:30AM Tue, Sept 3rd.
The Sanctuary Light in the Upper Church will burn
in loving memory of Anthony Gryszka
The Bread and Wine are offered in the Upper Church
in loving memory of Anthony Gryszka
The Sanctuary Light in the Lower Church will burn
in loving memory of Michael Masanis, Sr.
The Bread and Wine are offered in the Lower Church
in loving memory of Michael Masanis, Sr.
Parish Calendar
Monday
August 12
Tuesday
August 13
Wednesday
August 14
Thursday
August 15
9AM Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament
Feast of the
Assumption
6:30, 8:30 a.m.,
12:05 & 7:00
7PM Rosary
Altar Server Schedule—August 12th
Mon., 8:30am N. Gatto, J. Gatto
Tue., 8:30am S. Keyes, J. Saunders
Wed., 8:30am R. Kirschman, C. Manzi
Thu., 8:30am K. Keating, K. Gibson, T. Gibson
12:05pm M. Brummett, E. Brummett, D. Blauser
7:00pm R. Kirschman, J. Gatto, N. Gatto
Fri., 8:30am M. Saunders, J. Razler
Saturday, August 17, 2013
4:30pm
B. Spicer, R. Kirschman, J. Weinert
Sunday, August 18, 2013
8:30am
C. Baird, E. Brummett, M. Brummett
10:00am
S. Sinclair, A. Teel, R. Teel
12:00pm
J. Gatto, S. Pirmann, R. Whelan
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Friday
August 16
Saturday
August 17
Sunday
August 18
Parish Office Closed
Universal Call to Holiness
EXPOSITION OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT AND
BENEDICTION: Wednesday in the Lower Church. Exposition takes place after the 8:30AM Mass until Benediction
at 12:00PM.
RECITATION OF THE HOLY ROSARY: The Holy Rosary is recited
each morning at 8:00AM in the Lower Church. On
Saturday, the Rosary is prayed at 8:00AM at the outdoor
Marian Grotto (weather permitting). On Tuesdays - 7pm
in the Rectory.
Pre-Jordan Classes for the month of September will be
held on Monday, September 9th at 7pm at the Rectory.
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Parish Social Ministry
215-331-5436
PHLASH—CENTER CITY LOOP TROLLEY (Free to Seniors):
The Phlash is the quick, easy and inexpensive connection to
key Philadelphia historic attractions and cultural institutions.
The bright purple trolley is one the best ways to get around
to more than 19 key locations in Center City and is FREE to
seniors. It’s quick with service every 15 minutes (10 a.m. – 6
p.m.) from May through October. Note: Service available
Friday, Saturday and Sunday only during May, September
and October. It’s easy with 19 stops in Center City
Philadelphia including stops near Sister Cities Park Café &
Visitor Center, Barnes Foundation Philadelphia, Philadelphia
Museum of Art, Philadelphia Zoo and Please Touch
Museum®. · Children 4 and under and seniors are always
free. All PHLASH vehicles are wheelchair accessible. For
visitor information, contact a Visitor Center representative at
(800) 537-7676
CAREGIVERS’ MEETING: Dates: 8/29. Place: St Katherine of
Siena 9700 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia PA 19114 The Parish
Center, McBride Hall, Large Meeting Room Time:7-9PM. The
purpose of this group is to provide support, information and
fellowship for those providing support of any kind for their
dependent family member. For information call Kathy J - 215
632
4015,
cell#
215
512
2210.
COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS: For Information on all benefits
that may be due you or your dependents and to obtain
current local fees and eligibility requirements, contact the
Veterans Affairs Office at 215-686-3256
CHILDREN’S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (CHIP):
provides free or low-cost health insurance for uninsured
children from birth through 18 who are ineligible for
Medicaid or whose families are unable to afford private
coverage. Call 1-800 986-5437 for further details.
AVAILABLE THROUGH THE MINISTRY OFFICE: Medical
equipment items: bed pan, elevated toilet seat with arms,
commode, walkers (with/without wheels), canes (single and
4prong), reach sticks, pill boxes, adult quality bibs, small
cervical collar, sock aid-easy pull, Men/Women Depends
large, xlarge, xxlg
Parish Ministries
Volunteers needed!
Are you looking for a way to serve in your parish using
your God given time and talent?
The Church Angels need a few volunteers to assist with cleaning the Church on Tuesday mornings after the 8:30 AM M ass. Contact Jane
P resser at 215-332-8373 if you are interested.
Consider volunteering as an Usher we have positions at all M asses. Contact John Sacchetti at 215-535-3697
if you are interested.
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Religious Education—Mrs. Cheryl Kirschman
215-338-9797 Ext. 123
PREP: Any family with children entering first grade in a nonCatholic school in the fall is invited to register for the Saint
Timothy PREP program, formerly known as CCD.
Registration forms are available from the Rectory Office or
on the Religious Education page of the parish website.
Registration fee for the year is $60. Class is held on
Wednesday afternoons from 4:30 PM until 5:45 PM. There
will be a Back-to-School meeting for parents in September.
As a reminder, sacrament preparation takes place as part of
the Religious Education program. Any parent/guardian with
a child wishing to make sacraments should contact the
Religious Education Office.
Baptism arrangements should be made through the Rectory
Office. High School students and adults wishing to receive
sacraments are invited to contact Father Daniel Dwyer in the
Rectory.
Volunteer Catechists are still needed to teach PREP classes.
Please contact the Religious Education office for details. 215338-9797 ext. 123.
Music Ministry 215-624-6188 Ext. 102
Ms. Anne Coneghen
Adult Choir Rehearsal is scheduled
for August 14th at 7pm.
Handbell Rehearsal will resume after
Labor Day.
GOLDEN FRIENDS SENIOR CLUB
Senior Meetings: Wednesday, 9am-3pm
Contact John Sacchetti 215-535-3697.
Sept. 24: (Tuesday) Price $50. Leaving 9:45 Home
6:30-7 POLYNESIAN FIRE SHOW—includes buffet,
3:30 show & $20 slot play. Final payment Aug. 24.
Oct. 7—Oct. 11, 2013 $630 Myrtle Beach SC, leaving
6:45a.m. Ocean view rooms, Dinner show, breakfast &
dinner incl. One overnight dinner show with breakfast. Cancellation insurance not incl. Final payment
due Aug. 9, 2013.
Oct. 28, 2013: (Monday) - Price $70 Leaving 9:15am
Home 6:30-7pm TROPICANA (Bobby Rydell) Buffet
1pm show $15 slot play. Payment due Sept. 15, 2013.
December 2, 2013:(Monday) - Price $62 Leaving
9:15am—final payment Oct. 15, 2013: Tropicana Nat
King Cole & Natalie Cole (Unforgettable Christmas
Show: 1pm show, $15 slot play & Buffet).
Contact: Rose Peck: 215-335-2287
or Rosemarie Townsend: 215-332-5256
We are a fun group!
We really enjoy your company!
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
PARISH PRAYER INTENTIONS
Ruth Aleo
George Aspen
Joan C. Atkinson
Joannie Atkinson
Baby Gracie Anna
Vince Balla
Kevin Beck
Betty Bennett
Laura Berry
Joan Black
Richard Borell
Mary Campellone
Betty Chiorizo
Cass Chobot
Russell Coobaugh
Colleen Costello
Mary Demski
Sr. Katherine Denny
Kim DiBattista
Krystie Dillman
Joan Dillon
Margaret DiStefano
Lucy Forgione
Barbara Fusco
Kevin Galin
Hamel Galin
Kevin Gallagher
Mary Gantz
Cindy Garbacki
Corey Gavett
Josephine Glennon
Dot Green
Timothy Green, Sr.
Bill Greene
Kevin Hamel
Galin Hamel
Deacon Ed Hanley
Ann Harmon
Annette Hart
Patrick Heckert
Destiny Herkturn
Christina
Hoffmann
Jeffrey Holden
Marty Jewell
Rod Jones
Helen Kakolewski
Bill & Ruth Kelly
Ed Kelly
William F. Kelly
Bridget Kenney
Brian King
Paul King
Dennis Kirschner, Sr.
Patrick Kitchenmann
Georgia Landis
Mary Lawson
Jessica Leva
Betty Levins
Brady Mattox
Rosemarie McComb
Jane McFadden
Peggy Ann Meyer
Jennifer Morrone
Bridget Mullan
William Mullan
Sarah Natali
Frank Ramos, Jr.
Mathew Rotenberg
Fred Sabatino
Debbie Schmidt
Nora Schneider
Dwayne Schwarz
Ellen Schreiber
Bob Shelkin
Sr. Eleanor Shields
Sr. Dorothy Smith
Marge Sullivan
Lexie Taylor
Rosemarie Townsend
Emily Urbanski
Megan Vecchione
Rita Vitale
Renee Wade
Ellie Walsh
Joseph Walters
Ryan White
** We will be happy to keep the name of your loved one on the sick
list for three weeks. Hopefully, by that time, they will have
recovered. If you wish to extend a request for prayers beyond that
time, please call the Rectory in order to place the request on the
prayer list again.**
Mary Devlin
Harry McCall
Marie Hirsch
Catherine Thompson
May the souls of the faithful departed
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Bible
Study
Who: All are welcome!
What: Next Sunday's Mass Readings
Where: Deer Meadows
When: Thursdays 6:30-8:00 PM
Questions: Norb Moser
215-332-3793 [email protected]
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Financial Information—Sunday Tithing
God’s Plan for Giving: Thank you! Tithing is God’s
plan to support His Church. Full tithing means 10% of
income to God. We ask half of this, or 5% for your
Parish Church.
Sunday, July 28 2013
Amt: $9,365 Env: 539
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Amt: $9,071 Env: 553
Sunday, August 4 2013
Amt: $10,557 Env: 488
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Amt: $10,661 Env: 636
A Will can be a final expression of one’s love and concern for family,
friends, and the Parish Community. Please remember Saint Timothy
Church in your estate planning!
Ne e d a No t a r y ?
Contact the Rectory Office during regular
business hours if you are in need of notary
services.
Summer Tithing
With Summer vacations approaching your kind remembrance of Saint Timothy Parish is most appreciated. It Is most helpful over the Summer
months that Saint Timothy be remembered in
your weekly tithing. Thank you in advance for
your thoughtfulness.
Blessed Trinity Regional Catholic School
Tuition Officer - Sr. Mary Elizabeth Farrell, SSJ
BTRCS Tuition Office SUMMER Hours:
Monday: 10:00 am - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00am-3:00pm
Contact: 215-624-6188 ext. 110
SCHOOL OFFICE: Tues - Thu 9am-12pm
SUMMER SCRIP HOURS
S C R I P Summer Hours
Wednesday 8 am to 11 am
Thursday
8 am to 11 am
Friday
8 am to 11 am
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Society for the Propagation of the
Faith - Parish Appeal
On behalf of the Society for the Propagation of the
Faith, our parish will be visited by a representative
of the Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Lynette Kyle will speak at all the Masses next weekend
to help raise mission awareness in the Archdiocese
of Philadelphia. This religious community of
women is involved with missionary work in 24
countries where they have served in ministering to
the poor and oppressed through education, retreats,
pastoral and social outreach and Adoration before
the Blessed Sacrament present on the altar. The
Handmaids invite others to experience the missions
through Project FIAT International, a short term
volunteer experience in San Salvador, El Salvador.
For more information visit their web site at
www.projectfiat.org.
Sanctuary
Memorial Fund
In Loving Memory of George Fulmer
Enrolled by Richard & Jeri Cherrin
Tina McElvarr
Marianne & Dennis McFadden
Teresa Gresh
Joseph & Patricia Sullivan
Francis & Janet Oetinger
In Loving Memory of Ken Young
Enrolled by Kathleen Young
Jeffrey & Colleen Long
Memorial Opportunities
 Sanctuary
FIFTH ANNUAL FATIMA HOLY HOURS FOR WORLD
PEACE: The fourth in the series of Fatima
Holy Hours sponsored by the Philadelphia
Archdiocesan Division of the World
Apostolate of Fatima will be at Saint Anselm
Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Road, on
Tuesday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. All are
welcome.
St. Joseph’s Preparatory School: Current 8th Grade Boys ae
invited to St. Joseph’s Prep for a Pre-Applicant Social on
Tuesday, August 13 from 6-8p.m.
This is an Open-Gym Social; students will be able to participate in a variety of indoor activities including : Dodgeball,
Basketball, Soccer, Wiffleball and Board Games. In addition, there will be an Ice Cream Sundae Bar and other
snacks. Please R.S.V.P. by visiting www.sjprep.org/apply no
Saint Timothy Golf Outing
Saint Tim’s Golf Outing sponsored by Macks of Mayfair
candle: A sanctuary candle burns in both
our upper and lower church to remind us of the
sacramental presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy
Eucharist. If you wish to have the sanctuary candles in
the upper or lower church burn for a full week in
memory of a loved one, please contact the rectory. The
suggested offering is $10.
 Bread and Wine: In the early Church it was
customary for the People of God to provide the bread
and wine to be used at the Celebration of the Eucharist.
If you wish to participate in the ancient tradition of
providing the bread and wine for the Celebration of the
Eucharist in either the upper church or lower church as a
memorial for your Family or your deceased loved ones,
please call the rectory. Suggested offering: $10.
 Sanctuary Memorial Fund: This fund is an ideal way
to memorialize deceased loved ones and friends. At the
time of a funeral, funds can be directed to the Parish
Sanctuary Fund. An acknowledgement of the gift is sent
to the Family of the deceased. The fund is used for the
upkeep of Saint Timothy Sanctuaries.
 Grotto Bricks: This fund is re-opened to assist in the
Convent Fundraiser efforts. An addition to the Grotto is
underway.
Sandwich Shop 6716-6718 Frankford Ave in Memory of
Tim Campellone - Sunday, Aug. 18 at Noon - Shotgun
start at John Byrne G.C. - After party at 3 Monkeys
Café. $80, Call Joe Lavin for information at 215-7762829.
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Do not neglect hospitality,
for through it some have
unknowingly entertained
angels.
Heb 13:2
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
The Catholic Journey
Rev.
Daniel
Dwyer
215-624-6188
x119
Are you considering becoming Catholic?
Are you a Catholic interested in Being Confirmed?
Are you a Confirmed Catholic who’s ready to explore your faith anew?
Join us for R.C.I.A.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Each year men and women embark on an exploration of
the Catholic faith. Some are deciding if they are called
into the Catholic Church; others have been Catholic all
their lives and are now interested in discovering what
this really means. Together we witness to the fact that
our search for God is a lifelong journey, a journey on
which we make the most progress when we walk it with
others and with intention.
When: Wednesday evenings, 7-8p.m.
What: Exploring the Catholic Faith
Who: Non-Catholics & Catholics together
Contact: Fr. Daniel Dwyer at
215-624-6188 or email: [email protected]
R.C.I.A. Contact Form: Please return this form to
the Rectory or in the collection basket.
Please contact me:
_________________________________________
Name
_________________________________________
Phone
_________________________________________
Email
Baseball Mania
WINNING TICKETS
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Congratulations to the winners!
Lift Up the Sisters Fundraisers
Pancake Breakfast: Wind the summer down
with breakfast and catch up with parishioners at
Applebee’s, 9142 Roosevelt Blvd., Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 8:00am to 10am—Adults:
$7.00 * Children: $4.50
All proceeds go to St. Timothy Sister of Saint
Joseph Convent Fund
ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY. Please note:
If we do not get enough response this event will be cancelled - Be sure to get your advance tickets now.
Contact 215-624-8333 J. Heisler @ 215-331-3386 / V. Sypherd @ 215-360-1210
St. Timothy Flea Market: Saturday, September 14, 2013 Vendors Spaces $20 *42 indoor spaces available*
Early Bird Shopping Pass from 7:30 to 8:30am
just $5 per person… doors open to
public 8:30am Contact 215-6248333—J. Heisler @ 215-331-3386 /
V. Sypherd @ 215-360-1210
Coach Bag BINGO: St. Timothy’s Parish Hall Sunday,
September 29, 2013 from 1:30pm—4:30pm $30 per person. RED HOT SPECIAL - $25 per person before July
1st. 15 Games - Baskets - Raffles - 50/50s. Contact 215624-8333 J. Heisler @ 215-331-3386 / V. Sypherd @ 215360-1210
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Saint Timothy Alumni
Remembers - S.T.A.R.
Consider a tax deductible gift of Catholic Education
for a child in this Parish! Sponsor-A-Student is a
program that provides tuition assistance for
deserving children who desire a Catholic Education.
Gifting Levels include:
____Full Tuition Sponsorship
$3,175
____Partial Tuition Sponsorship
$1,500
____Partial Tuition Sponsorship
$ 850
____Additional Assistance
$500 ____
$200____
Other____
Yes, I would like to participate in the Saint Timothy
SPONSOR-A-STUDENT Program!
Name:
Address:
City:
Ph: (H):
Email:
State:
Zip:
(W):
Gifting Level: $
Payment Method:
____Check enclosed. Please make your tax-deductible gift payable to Saint Timothy Parish (Sponsor-A-Student Program).
Co mmunity News
There are still many people that did NOT apply for City
of Philadelphia Real Estate Tax Reduction
All City of Philadelphia Property Owners can qualify for
a deduction in Real Estate taxes. In order to qualify,
you must own your home and live in it. The Real Estate
Tax Homestead Exemption means your home would
be eligible for a property tax deduction once the
reassessment process is completed.
In order to quality, you must complete and file the Real
Estate Tax Homestead Exemption Form and return it
before September 13, 2013.
There are no age or income guidelines and all
homeowners in the City of Philadelphia are
encouraged to apply.
For more information, or to receive an application call
United Social Services, Monday through Friday
between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 215-923-1900.
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Blessed Trinity Regional
Catholic School Opening
Schedule
All students in grades 2 to 8 should report to the
schoolyard at the Hawthorne Street entrance in
School uniform for the first day of school, Wednesday, September 4th. The first day of school will begin at 8:00 AM. The first grade students should report to the Hawthorne Street school yard at 8:30
AM. Students who are NEW to the school building
(students who are transfers from other Catholic
Schools, charter and/or public schools) will be directed where to go by teachers who will be in the
school yard. To have the first day run smoothly No parents/guardians will be permitted in the
school yard. Dismissal for all students will be at
11:50 AM.
The schedule for Thursday and Friday, September
5th and 6th for grades 1 to 8 is:
Students will come directly into the school building
at 7:40 AM and go to their classrooms. Dismissal
will be at 11:50 AM. Please feel free to send in a
snack with your child(ren).
Beginning Monday, September 9th, school will be in
full session: 7:40 AM to 2:50 PM.
All students stay in school for lunch. Please send in
a lunch with your child(ren) since the hot lunch
program will not be in operation until late September or early October.
Students entering Pre-K 3 and 4 will receive letters
from their teachers concerning the beginning of the
school year. The first day for the Pre-K students will
be September 9th.
IRS Regulation
“Our parish school admits students of any race,
color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights,
privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our
school.
Similar policies apply to the school staff. Our
school does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national, and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, its admission
policies, or in any school-administered program.”
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AUGUST 11, 2013 - THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Saint Timothy Parish Mission Statement
We, the parish Family of Saint Timothy Roman Catholic Church of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
a diverse community of many generations, are dedicated to announcing God’s presence for all people
Relying on God’s Spirit and a strong tradition of Word, worship and welcome,
we seek to create a community of prayer, teaching and service.
Parish Clergy
Reverend Michael S. Olivere ......................... Pastor .............................................. 215-624-6188
Reverend Daniel J. Dwyer .............................. Parochial Vicar ................................ 215-624-6188 x 119
[email protected]
[email protected]
Parish Pastoral Staff
Sister Beatrice McElrone, SSJ ........................ Social Services ................................. 215-331-5436
Ms. Anne Coneghen ...................................... Music Ministries .............................. 215-624-6188 x102
Mrs. Cheryl Kirschman................................... Religious Education ......................... 215-338-9797 x123
[email protected]
[email protected]
Parish Administrative Staff
Mr. Dennis J. Kelley ....................................... Business Manager ........................... 215-624-6188 x104
Mrs. Mariane Fragment................................. Parish Secretary .............................. 215-624-6188 x101
Sister Mary Elizabeth Farrell, SSJ ................... Tuition Officer ................................. 215-624-6188 x110
...................................................................... SMART Tuition ................................ 888-868-8828
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Blessed Trinity Regional Catholic School
Ms. Linda Milewski ........................................ Principal .......................................... 215-338-9797
[email protected]
Mrs. Anna Marie Kelly ................................... School Secretary.............................. 215-338-9797 x120
[email protected]
Mr. Michael Gondos ...................................... Director of Advancement ................ 215-338-9797 x 121
Home and School Association ....................... ....................................................... 215-338-9797 (option ‘6’) - (voice mail only)
Parish Ministry Contacts
Aid for Friends ............................................... Mrs. Lynn Trombetta ...................... 215-464-2224
Altar Servers .................................................. Mr. & Mrs. John Kirschman ............. 215-338-9797 x123
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Choir .............................................................. Ms. Anne Coneghen ........................ 215-624-6188 x102
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CYO Sports ..................................................... Mrs. Tricia Decker ........................... 215-333-5203
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CYO Teenage Youth Group ............................ Mr. Thomas Sullivan ........................ 215-743-6344
Evangelization Team ...................................... Ms. Margaret Stein .........................
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Extraordinary Ministers of Communion ........ Ms. Diana Dematteo ....................... 215-289-6325
Lectors ........................................................... Ms. Margaret Stein .........................
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Men of Saint Timothy .................................... Mr. Paul Prendergast ...................... 215-342-2130
RCIA ............................................................... Rev. Daniel Dwyer ........................... 215-624-6188 x119
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Senior Citizens ............................................... Mr. John Sacchetti........................... 215-535-3697
Separated or Divorced Catholics ................... Family Life Office: Tara Seyfer......... 215-587-3516
S.T.A.R. (Saint Timothy Alumni) ..................... Mrs. Jackie Lardani .......................... 215-744-3644
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Stewardship Committee ................................ Mrs. Angela Leech ........................... 215-624-6188 x106
Swim Team (Tigersharks) .............................. Ms. Angela Kaminski ....................... 215-331-8145
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T.O.D.A.Y. Program ........................................ Sister Peg Kirby, RSM ...................... 215-624-6188 x216
Ushers ............................................................ Mr. John Sacchetti........................... 215-535-3697
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