Monsignor McCormac discusses the Parish Mission and recent acts of charity.

As American citizens we hold a precious right to elect the persons who will govern and serve our communities. It comes with a personal responsibility to cast our votes with fully formed consciences.

The teachings of the Catholic Church offer all citizens a path for living daily life with dignity, and a guide for Catholics to live out the values of our faith through civic engagement.

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has updated its extensive teaching document Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship. In a clear and useful way, it addresses a broad range of societal issues. I encourage Catholics to consider it thoughtfully.

Our great nation and its people have faced daunting challenges in recent years. It’s imperative that we make our voices heard on Election Day. Approaching the polls with informed minds and formed consciences allows us to remain true to our principles while working to build up a just society.

Please join me in praying for all those seeking elected office at the local, state, and federal levels. May God grant them the wisdom necessary to govern with charity and grace in a manner that promotes liberty and justice for all.

Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.
Archbishop of Philadelphia

Tomorrow, November 1st, is a Holy Day of Obligation

Saint Frances Cabrini Parish Holy Day Mass Schedule:

6:30 AM

12:00 Noon

7:00 PM

Saint Ephrem Church

Thursday, November 21^st beginning at 6:30pm.

This extraordinary movie tells the story of Abby Johnson’s journey from a director at Planned Parenthood and abortion ‘rights’ advocate to a pro-life activist, who is now a prominent, national speaker in defense of the sanctity of human life.

FOLLOWING THE MOVIE, YOU ARE WELCOME TO STAY AND LISTEN AS ABBY SHARES THE STORY OF HER CONVERSION TO THE CATHOLIC FAITH.

An opportunity for questions will follow Abby’s presentation.

Tickets are free of charge, but due to a high-interest expectation, tickets are required for admission. For tickets, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:

SAINT EPHREM RECTORY, 5400 HULMEVILLE ROAD, BENSALEM, PA  19020

Please indicate the number of tickets requested. Limit of 4 per request.

This film is rated “R”; parental discretion is advised.

Children under the age of 13 are discouraged from attending.

All are invited to join in celebrating this powerful Liturgy remembering our loved ones who have gone to their eternal rest during the past year. The Choral Prelude will begin at 7:15 PM. Mass will begin at 7:30 PM. Refreshments will be served in Monsignor Woods Hall after the Mass.

Jean Madden invites parishioners to join our Music Ministry!

Martha’s Cupboard Food Drive this Weekend

Help Martha’s Cupboard help others!

Donations of non-perishable food items, hygiene products, and cleaning supplies can be brought to the vestibule of the church or to the back porch of the rectory. Monetary donations and gift cards are also most welcome and can be put in the collection basket during Mass or dropped off at the rectory at any time.

This weekend, we are particularly interested in preparing for the distribution of supplies for the Thanksgiving holiday.

CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF NEEDED ITEMS.

If you are interested in learning more about the Martha’s Cupboard Ministry or want to become more directly involved in this ministry, please call 215-946-4040 and a member of our Parish staff will put you in contact with a member of the Martha’s Cupboard Core Team.

Please enjoy this video of the blessing and dedication ceremony for Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary’s new campus in Lower Gwynedd, which Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez led on Saturday, October 12. Joining the Archbishop was Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, and the Seminary’s rector, Auxiliary Bishop Keith J. Chylinski.