Archives for November 2012

The Christmas Giving Trees went up in the church this past weekend adorned with tags listing gift items for families in need this holiday season.  In the past, through the generosity and goodness of so many of our parishioners, we have met the needs of many people, and for that we are very grateful.  The gift tags will be available on the trees through the weekend of December 8-9th.   All gifts should be purchased, wrapped and returned under the trees no later than Sunday, December 9th.  Please attach the gift tag to the wrapped gift.   Thank you again for sharing the spirit of giving at Christmas!

Santa is coming to St. Frances Cabrini Parish for breakfast on Saturday, December 1st~!  Our Parish Youth Group will host the breakfast, which runs from 9:00 AM – 12 Noon, in the Monsignor Woods Hall.  Tickets for the Breakfast are $3 per person or $10 per famiily and are available at the Rectory.   Admission includes breakfast for your family and a picture with Santa.  There will also be games and crafts for the kids!  All are welcome!

Holy Family Regional Catholic School will be hosting an Open House on Wednesday, November 28th, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM and from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.  There will be Story Hour and activities for the children; tours of the school facility and classrooms; and faculty and administration to meet!  For more information, call Nicole Kinniry, Director of Admissions, at 215-269-9600, ext. 209, or email nicole.kinniry@hfrcs.org.

As we give thanks to God for His many blessings, our Parish Community will gather for Mass at 9:30 AM on Thanksgiving morning.  All are welcome to come and celebrate the Eucharist as they begin their Thanksgiving holidays!

Our recent Parish bulletins inadvertently gave incorrect dates for the upcoming Sacramental Parent Meetings.  Please note that the correct dates are as follows:

A mandatory Confirmation Parent Meeting will be held in the church on Wednesday, November 28th at 7:00 PM.

A mandatory First Communion Parent Meeting will be held in the church on Thursday, November 29th at 7:00 PM.

If you have any questions, please call Audrey Wilson at the Rectory 215-946-4040.  We apologize for any confusion.  Thank you.

The recent storm which devastated many parts of the Carribean, Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States, certainly left its mark on St. Frances Cabrini Parish and its neighbors.  Many of our parishioners were without electricity for days and some sections of Levittown felt the severe power of the storm as wind knocked down trees, some of which landed on homes and cars, resulting in extensive damage.  Fences were blown down and houses lost roof shingles and siding.

The Parish campus was no exception.  As most parishioners are aware, the entire campus was without power for several days.  Partial power was restored on Wednesday evening, but with only one of the three electrical phases restored, the church was without full lighting and heat for the Masses on Thursday, the Feast of All Saints, as well as all the weekend Masses.  Full power was finally restored late Sunday morning.    In addition to the loss of electrical power, the heavy winds damaged some roof shingles and aluminum capping on the church, rectory garage and Monsignor Woods Hall buildings.  The insurance adjustor has been working to assess the cost of necessary repairs and temporary measures have been taken to ensure that no further damage is done.

We continue to pray for the many people who were affected by the storm, many of whom sustained extensive damage to property or lost their homes completely, as well as those who continue to be without power.

Our next Movie Night is scheduled for Friday evening, November 16th.  We will be showing the film October Baby, which is rated PG-13.   Doors open at 7:00 PM and the movie will begin at 7:30 PM.  Free popcorn and refreshments.

October Baby is a film with a message of forgiveness and healing, as well as the value of every life. October Baby is the story of Hannah, who at the start of the movie collapses and is rushed to the hospital.  After numerous medical tests, all signs point to one underlying factor:  Hannah’s difficult birth.  She then learns from her parents that she was actually adopted …after a failed abortion attempt.  Hannah is bewildered, angry and confused and turns to her friend, Jason, for support.  Encouraged by his adventurous spirit, Hannah joins his group of friends on a Spring Break road trip, “embarking on a journey to discover her hidden past…and find hope for her unknown future.”  During this incredible journey, “Hannah finds that life can be so much more than what you have planned.”

Tuesday, November 6th, is Election Day.  As American citizens, we have the privilege of participating in the election process.  We appreciate the fact that we have the freedom to express our views.  And, as Catholics, we have a responsibility to vote our conscience.  So, be aware of the issues and where the candidates in this election stand on those issues.  Most importantly, be sure to go to the polls on Tuesday and vote!  It is our right and our responsibility!

A reminder that this Thursday, November 8th, there is a mandatory General Sacramental Parent Meeting at 7:00 PM in the church.  This meeting is mandatory for all parents who have a child(ren) receiving a sacrament this year.  If both parents are unable to attend, one parent is fine.  However, attendance is required by at least one parent in order for a child to continue preparation for a sacrament.