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.

Bishop Keith J. Chylinski narrates a virtual tour of our new seminary!

Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding Destruction Caused by Hurricane Milton

With millions of people in the American south already reeling from the effects of Hurricane Helene, central Florida bore the brunt of Hurricane Milton as it made landfall yesterday. Once again, our nation has witnessed the loss of precious lives and widespread destruction of homes and businesses with heavy hearts. We are deeply saddened by this latest round of devastation and heartbreaking loss resulting from a natural disaster.

The relief and recovery efforts from these hurricanes will continue in the coming weeks and months. Please be a beacon of hope for those in need by supporting relief efforts, especially the work of Catholic Charities USA, which is coordinating the Church’s temporal response.

All funds raised will be allocated to local Catholic Charities agencies in those areas impacted by the storms. They will provide critical relief including shelter, food, and more to those who are displaced and suffering. Learn how you can contribute to the effort here.

In the name of the people of the Church of Philadelphia, I pray that God will bring comfort to those in mourning, protect the first responders and utility crews seeking to aid those in harm’s way, and pour His mercy upon those who are struggling.

Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.

Archbishop of Philadelphia

Invitation to participate in the Parish Mission November 17 – 19.

Saint Frances Cabrini Parishioners are encouraged to support Project DASH, an effort sponsored by the Falls Township Police Department to support individuals experiencing homelessness. As winter approaches, many individuals in our community are facing the harsh realities of living outdoors. Needed items can be placed in the DASH collection box found in the church vestibule. The donation period is October 1 through November 1.

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.