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ST. MARK PARISH STAFF Rev. Dennis M. Mooney - Pastor

Deacon Richard S. Malamut Mary Leonhauser - C.R.E.

Fred Perazzelli - Business Manager Joy Walker - Music Director

Maria Sanson - School Principal Erin Melling - School Secretary

Juanita Diamond – Office Manager, Gift Cards & Safe Environment Coordinator

Website: www.saintmarkchurch.net Parish Office - Open Monday- Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Phone: 215.788.2319. E-mail: office@saintmarkchurch.net Saint Mark School- 215.785.0973 (Main office) Baptisms – at 12:00 Noon. First Sunday of the month in Spanish, Fourth Sunday of the month in English. To register for Pre-Jordan class, call Anna @ 215.788.8948 or 215.788.1600 (English) or Nelly @ 267.680-3610 (Spanish) Catholic Daughters, St. Mark Court - Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm in the School Hall.

CCD for grades K through 6 - Monday 6:25 pm to 7:45 pm, St. Mark School, September through May. Call 215.964.7761.

Cemetery Manager – Mike Wade 267.394.0468 Gift Card Line- Call 215.788.7266. Please leave message. Gift Card Hours: Monday, Thursday & Friday 9:30am-3:00pm Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30am-6:00pm.

Hospitality Sunday – First Sunday of each month. September through June in the School Hall, following all Sunday morning Masses. (Not held in July and August) Matrimony - Call the rectory @ 215.788.2493 at least nine months prior to your intended date. (No Friday weddings.)

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) - please call Mary Leonhauser at 215.964.7761.

Rito de Iniciación para Adultos (RICA) – Comunicase con Maria Berrocal al 215-801-7855. Sacrament of Anointing - Please call the Parish Office at 215.788.2319. Sodality – Third Tuesday of each month after 8:00 am Mass

For all parish related requests, including Mass Cards, Sacramental and Eligibility Certificates, Weddings, or to register with the parish,

please call the parish office @ 215-788-2319.

December 29th, 2019 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph

My Dear Friends, Today we celebrate “The Holy Family”, a time to reflect on the conditions of our family situations. There was an article in the Magazine, “The Priest” about how our image of family has changed in our culture these past years. We went from “Leave it to Beaver” in the 1960’s (where dad solved all the problems by the end of the show), to “All in the Family” in the 1970’s (where dad was a racist and mom was confused, but well meaning) to “The Simpsons” in our own day, (where everyone has problems, especially dad). We tend to see ourselves in a mirror over the decades as a family – ideal, funny, broken, - but as a people, trying to make it work. Today, we look to the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph; in which we are to “honor your fathers and mothers” as Sirach ask us and St. Paul writes to be a family community with, “heartfelt compassion, kindness… and patience.” So today we focus on our families and strive to live the words of Sirach and Saint Paul and put Christ and his love, first in our families. Our thanks for all your generous gift’s to our parish and those in need at Silver Lake Nursing Home and Catholic Social Services this Christmas Season. I thank you for all your generosity and kindness to me! Looking forward to the celebration of the Three Kings, on Sunday, January 5th, and hope you will be able to join us at this event. Praying for God’s blessings on you this New Year, blessings of Peace and Good Health! Your brother in Christ, Father Mooney

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Bulletin Submissions Due to holiday deadlines and limited space in our bulletin,

all announcements must be submitted to our parish office in person or by email to:

office@saintmarkchurch.net by Friday 12:00 noon, two weeks prior to publish date.

We will do our best to accommodate your request. Thank you for your cooperation.

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December 29th, 2019 thru January 4th, 2020 Sanctuary Light

Kenneth Kost by Paul & Marie Carroll Kirk & Marino Families by Kirk family

Bread & Wine Jenny Rodriguez by friends

Gia Ramirez Arianna Ramirez Shayna Ramirez Bre Ramirez Luke O’Brien Joseph Garcia Hanh Walker Sister Lorraine Holzman, IHM Snyder Twin Infants Justine Kryven Baby Chloe Miller Joan David Ashley Spencer Wilbert Morell Morell Family Joel Rivera Rosemary Rumovitz Roberta Young Mark Kalinowski Vincent Virgulti Rachel Leffler Anthony

Riffert Alnaldo Melendez Wesley Cruz Marilyn Melendez Kathy Melendez Linda Pittley Barbara LaRosa Stella Manna Frank Schlipf Brynn Busby Willie Berrocal Joe Coffman Vivian Rivera Rosa Salgado Frank Bugyi Joseph Warsheski Marie Missera Bobbs Florence Rankin Robert Marozzi Steve

Wade Joe Duffy Julien Freeman Paul Devine Tommy Helkowski Samanath Buckries Polly Hoffman Joan Vettori Ed Wallace Donald McCaughey Kerry Bradeis Charlotte Brown Please note: Names will be kept on our list for 30 days, if you want them to stay on longer, please call the office to let us know, otherwise they will be removed. Thank you for your cooperation.

Our Children’s Good Deeds Ava Weir – I got my cousin candy when she didn’t have any Sean Weir – helping my sister write a letter to our grand mom Sebastian Pigeon – sharing snacks with my friends Nolan Pigeon – helped make thanksgiving dinner Charlize Deshield – I cleaned my room Eli Stewart – I helped do the float Dalton Johnson – Carrying the groceries for my mom Anneliese Ivery – I put Ikea furniture together with my dad Emma Russell – cleaned up my room Addison Russell – helped my sister clean her room Jimmy Fowler – teaching my brother to play a game Meghan Fowler – cleaning up my room Patrick Fowler – sharing toys with my cousins Kaelyn Marshall – organized the coat rack

School & Parish Volunteers:

If you are volunteering or plan to at any time in the future, but have not turned in your forms or clearances, we ask that you visit our safe environment-volunteer page on the school website under the “Support our School” section, using the link below: http://stmarkbristol.com/support-our-school/safe-environment/, to view the Archdiocesan requirements. You can also call our Safe Environment office @ 215.788.7266 or email us @ juanitaparishoffice@gmail.com to request your packet.

Father Mooney and the parish staff

wish you a safe and healthy New Year!

Fiesta de los Tres Reyes Magos

domingo 5 de enero 2020 de 2:00 a 5:00 PM

En el gimnasio de la escuela

Todos están invitados. Si deseas celebrar con nosotros o ayudar, favor de llenar el formulario a la entrada de la iglesia y

entregárselo a Juanita después de la misa o a la oficina parroquial antes del 29 de diciembre.

-------------------------------------------------------------- Annual Three Kings Celebration

Sunday, January 5th, 2020 2:00-5:00 PM

In our School Hall

All are welcome. If you would like to attend or help out, please pick up complete and return the donation/participation/volunteer form

from the vestibule of the church or the parish office. Return the completed form to parish office by Dec 29th.

Alaska Cruise Beverage Perk on June 25 – July 3, 2020 Celebrity Cruises has advised us that their “Beverage Package Perk” will be available

at no additional charge for reservations made by December 31, 2019. After that date, there will be an additional $14.pp per day fee. This fundraiser for St. Mark School will visit Seattle, Ketchikan, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Juneau, Skagway, the Alaska Inside Passage and Victoria, British Columbia. Don’t fear the cold! 60 Degrees is the average high and 52 is the average low for that time period in Juneau. Initial deposit of $350.00 pp will secure your reservation, with final payment due by Feb. 28. Contact parishioner Helen Younglove at 215-788-9408 or Amy @ Grand American Tours, 1-800-423-0247, for details.

Bible Study Classes- 10 Weeks January 9th, through March 12th 2020

Thursdays @ 7:00 to 8:00 pm DiMatteo Hall

(Under St. Ann Worship Site) Week One Topic:

The Art of Bible Study

Please join Deacon Rich on this journey through the Bible, learning some of the differences between Catholic and non-Catholic interpretations, and hopefully deepening our faith. All are welcome. Each week stands on its own, attend any or all that you can. Doors will open at 6:45 pm. Hope to see you there.

Area Census Office Norristown Seeking Workers

We are seeking part time (minimum of ten hours per week) and full time employees. We offer flexible hours and job opportunities within your community. Staff members are paid weekly and will be paid for the on job training. Please visit: www.2020census.gov/jobs to apply and learn about the requirements and job opportunities. If you have any questions please call Veronica McGuigan, at 484-612-6508 or email, veronica.j.mcguigan@2020census.gov

Friday, January 3rd, 2020 Saint Mark at 7:00 pm in Spanish

Intention is Epiphany of the L

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Rediscover the Love in You Marriage!

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Retrouvaille provides help for marriage problems, difficulties or crises. For more

information, or to register for one of our weekends, visit our web site @ www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215-766-3944 or 1-800-470-2230. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

College-Age Retreat

Marianist Family Retreat Center Cape May Point, New Jersey January 3 through 5th, 2020

This retreat is designed to bring young people together of college-age (17-22). So whether you are in college or working come join us to renew your spiritual life, deepen your relationship with God and to meet new friends. Our time will be filled with prayer experiences, peer group discussions, Eucharist and lots of fun! Cost is $135.00 pp, double occ. Register at www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829. Some financial aid is available. *High School Seniors are welcomed.

Bristol Cultural & Historical Foundation Trip to New York City

Saturday, May 30, 2020 Trip includes a Jazzy Champagne Brunch Cruise

around Lower Manhattan, featuring a live jazz ensemble & DJ, extensive buffet & unlimited mimosas, followed by free time in the renowned Chelsea Market. All inclusive cost is $155.00 for BCHF members and $158.00 for non-members. Reservations close on February 12, 2020. For info & reservations call 215-788-4138.

United Social Services Fuel Assistance Program

The cost of home heating will have a major impact on montly budgets. To assist people with these rising costs, the PA Home Fuel Assistance Rebate Program (Liheap) is now in progress, and is available to people of all ages within the income guidelines. Individuals with a monthly income less than $1,591.00 or a two person household with a monthly income less than $2,113 qualify for the grant. Call United Social Services at 215-923-1900, Monday through Friday between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. A staff worker will explain the eligibility requirements, answer your questions and assist you in completing an application. This grant is provided to all who qualify and does not have to be repaid. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

Our School Corner

“ Picture of the Week”

4th Grade with Pen Pal Letters for Santa

Saturday, December 28th , The Holy Innocents

5:00 pm Mr. &Mrs. Ramo Kline by Rita & Ronnie Feast of the Holy Innocents by LAOH Sunday, December 29th The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph

7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am 10:45 am

Angelo Fida by Fida family Patricia Casale by Joe & Patty Fida Sergia Hernadez by Father Mooney Ciriaco Arreguin & Rosa Gomez by Olivia Ramon Rovella by wife Madeline & daughter Mary Ann Rovella by mom Alex Morgan by Denise & Jeff Manto Mary Field by Joann Warner Louis Mari by O’Donnell family John McAdams by Paula Travis

Monday, December 30th 8:00 am Rev. Joseph V. Cummins, CM by Father Mooney

Tuesday, December 31st 4:00 pm Joseph T. McDevitt – 44th Anniversary by family Wednesday, January 1st, 2020 Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God 10:00 am Anthony Romano Jr by sister Kathleen Kathleen Brennan – 10th Anniversary by Mary Bley Charles Walker III by Hanh & children Thursday, January 2nd, Saint Basil the Great 8:00 am Mary Nolan by family Rose Mc Glynn – 47th Anniversary by Russell family Friday, January 3rd, Holy Name of Jesus 8:00 am Edward Schmid by Paul Monte Jr. & family Wendell Raymond Jr., by W. Wallick Luke Antonelli by Mary Saturday, January 4th, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 5:00 pm Loretta Mulkiewicz by Michael & Bernadine Dunning Carmen R. Morganti by Mary Antonelli Sunday, January 5th Epiphany of the Lord

7:30 am AOH by Ancient Order of Hibernians Jeannette Thurman by Sue Duffy 9:00 am Carmen Rosa Battistini by Ray Bunda Sr. Altagracia Padilla by Virginia Acevedo 10:30 am Alex Morgan by Dawn & Scott Nangle Laura Barber by Barber family Harry Schank by Annette Ponzo Marie Sinacore 7th Anniversary by Sister Lillian 10:45am Amelia & James Dougherty by Delaney family Frank Iskra by John & Mary Anne Roche

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