For many people, going to Mass every weekend and on holy days is an unspoken New Year’s resolution. For those who haven’t been to Mass in a while, we invite you to give this resolution a try. If you have questions or concerns about getting back into the habit of going to Mass, Monsignor McCormac and the Pastoral Staff are happy to chat with you about those concerns. Please join us at the Table of the Lord on Saturday evenings at 5:30 PM or Sunday mornings at 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, or 11:00 AM.

Watch the Solemn Funeral Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI LIVE!

EWTN will broadcast the Solemn Funeral Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI live from Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome on January 5, 2023 beginning at 3:30 a.m. EST. Pope Francis will be the celebrant and homilist.

The network will broadcast encore presentations of the funeral on January 5^th at 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. for those unable to watch the live broadcast. Faithful can watch for free via the EWTN website (www.ewtn.com); the EWTN app on their smartphone; streaming devices such as Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV and others; or on their TV with their cable provider.

Click here to access pertinent information about the Funeral Mass as well as a link to view the Mass booklet online.

Yesterday, Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez issued the following statement regarding the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.

Along with the people of the Church of Philadelphia and the entire Universal Church, I was deeply saddened to learn of the death Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI this morning. In the midst of great sorrow, we also reflect on the life and ministry of the Pope Emeritus with infinite gratitude. He tirelessly served the Church for over 70 years as a parish priest, professor of Theology, Archbishop of Munich and Friesing, Dean of the College of Cardinals, Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, and Supreme Pontiff. Please click here to continue reading the full statement.

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Watch until the end to hear the staff Christmas wish!

HFRCS – Our Parish School

Open House – Sunday, January 29th, 11 AM – 1 PM

Come see what Holy Family Regional Catholic School has to offer for your child. Please see the Parish Bulletin to scan the QR code to register or contact:

Regan Downey

regan.downey@hfrcs.org

215.269.9600 ext. 209

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

Glory to the newborn king!

As we celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord, we listen joyfully to the Angel say, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy . . .a savior has been born for you.”

The miracle of Christ’s birth fills our minds and hearts with a tremendous awe for the love God who made the word flesh. It inspires us to show gratitude by accepting and reflecting that most pure love. Click here to read more…

Christmas Caroling

for the Homebound

Thursday, Dec. 29th

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

There’s still time to add a name to either the list of carolers or the list of homes on our caroling route. Call Jean Madden at 215-946-4040. Carolers should plan to meet in the Parish Center between 6:15 PM and 6:30 PM.

Feast of the Holy Innocents

December 28, 2022

Join us as we come together to reflect on the Feast of the Holy Innocents through music and prayer. There will be a reception to follow the Mass!

When: December 28th at 7 PM

Where: St. Martin of Tours Church

1 Riverstone Circle, New Hope PA 18938

Questions? Contact the Bucks County Pro-Life Coalition

buckscountyprolife@gmail.com or

call Kathy Harney at 267-337-5060

Mariann McCormick reminds us of the origins and meaning behind some popular Christmas traditions.