The Church of St. William
6200 Rising Sun Avenue ♦ Philadelphia, PA. 19111
www.churchofstwilliam.com
1920 “Ninety Six Years of Serving The Community” 2016
“A WELCOMING COMMUNITY”
“CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENTS”
Rev. Joseph G. Watson, M.A., M.Div., Pastor
Rev. Msgr. James E. Mortimer, M.Ed., Pastor Emeritus
Padre Augusto Concha, M. Div., Parochial Vicar
Rev. Alfred Lauricien, O.M.I., Resident
Deacon Bill Moser, Permanent Deacon
Deacon Felipe Cruz, Permanent Deacon
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekdays:
6:30AM and 12:00Noon
Saturdays:
8:00AM and 5:00PM
Sundays:
7:30; 9:00; 12:00; 8:00PM - English - Lower Church
10:30AM - Spanish Mass - Lower Church
4:00PM - Pakistani Mass - Lower Church
5:30PM - Haitian Mass - Upper Church
PARISH DIRECTORY
RECTORY
215-745-1389
Fax: 215-342-4783
6200 Rising Sun Ave.
*Of ice Hours: Mon. thru Fri. 9:00AM - 12:00PM
12:30PM - 4:30PM
The normal time for Baptism is Sunday afternoon at 1:00PM in the
Lower Church. Please contact the rectory of ice to begin the process
of scheduling your child’s Baptism.
PRE – BAPTISMAL CLASSES
CONVENT
Arrangements will be made to register for class after consulting
with Deacon Bill Moser (215) 745-1389.
Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Sr. Rose Patrice Kuhn, IHM, Convent Superior
6226 Rising Sun Ave.
PARISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Sr. Marie Bernadette Taraschi, IHM
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptisms are celebrated in English and Spanish.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturdays:
4:00 - 4:45 PM
Eve of Holy Days: 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Eve of First Fridays: After Noon Mass Only
215-745-0921
PASTORAL MINISTRY TO HISPANICS
Sr. Rose Patrice Kuhn, IHM
215-313-7753
PARISH MINISTRY OF CHARITY
Ida Jimenez
215-745-1389
PARISH MUSIC MINISTRY
Ken Houser
215-745-1389
BUSINESS MANAGER
Matt Smith
215-745-1389
PARISH SECRETARY
Minerva Baez
215-745-1389
April 17, 2016
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
Weddings may be scheduled for Saturdays at 11:00AM,
1:00PM or 3:00PM in the Upper Church; and at 2:00PM in the
Lower Church. Couples intending marriage are asked to contact our
Parish Priest at least six months prior to the intended date of
marriage. Participating in a Marriage Preparation Program is a
requisite for the reception of this holy sacrament.
SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK
In case of serious illness, please contact one of our parish
priests. Anyone unable to attend Mass due to illness may call the
Rectory to make arrangements to receive Communion in their homes.
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Fourth Sunday of Easter
God’s Plan for Giving
Tithing is God’s plan to support His Church.
Full tithing means 10% of income to God.
We ask half of this or 5% for your Parish Church.
April 10, 2016
Sunday collection: $9,143.00
From the desk of Fr. Joe…
First Holy Communion at Saint William
Next Sunday, April 24th, the children of Saint William Parish will be receiving Holy Communion
for the first time. This is a special time in the lives of these children, their families and our parish.
A number of years ago, we decided to make First Communion a part of the parish celebration of
Mass on Sunday. Many parishes do this and so I got the idea from a parish that I know of who does it this
way. With that in mind, I ask the people who attend the 9:00 AM and the 10:30 AM Masses to be patient
as things will be a little different at Mass that day.
In years past, I was anxious that these Masses would be overcrowded because of the children
receiving First Communion but that never happened. I think it is great that we can share this moment with
the greater parish and more people can show support for our children and their families as they grow in
their Faith and their relationship with Jesus.
Finally, I ask that you pray for our young parishioners that as they receive Jesus for the first time
that their relationship with Him will grow stronger throughout their lives.
Sunday, April 17, World Day of Prayer for Vocations
5:00PM (Vigil)
7:30
9:00
10:30
12:00 Noon
8:00PM
Joe Meehan
Michael Bartos
Thomas J. Flaherty
Mildred y Pablo Santiago
Parishioners of Saint William
Michael Bartos
Wednesday, April 20, Easter Weekday
6:30
12:00 Noon
Thursday, April 21, Saint Anselm
6:30
12:00 Noon
Monday, April 18, Easter Weekday
6:30
12:00 Noon
Mary and Michael Lodise
James Hawe (1st Anniversary)
Tuesday, April 19, Easter Weekday
6:30
12:00 Noon
Family Alcenarte and Jean Baptiste
Andrew Grajek
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Charles V. Long, Jr.
Harry McWilliams
Francis Kinkaid
Tian Lun He
Friday April 22, Easter Weekday
6:30
12:00 Noon
Jude and Jake
Paul Corbett (B’day Remembrance)
Saturday, April 23, Saints George and Adalbert
8:00
Jorgelina Degil
5:00PM (Vigil) Zoila Rodriguez
We Remember those who have Died
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Anna Garr
A Will can be a final expression of one’s love and concern for family, friends, and the Parish Community.
Michael Adams
Josephine Agozzino
Olga Andrijischjn
Luis Ariza
Beatrice Barnes
Gertrude Boyes
Joseph Bradley
John Byrne
Florence Caputo
Regina Carberry
Jared David Carrasco
Teresa (Cathy) Carey
Patricia Cassidy
Karla Castro
Adele Censky
Catherine Clark
Marguerite Clauss
Emilio Colan
Joanne Coleman
Shannon Coley
Charlotte Corcoran
Anna Creniti
Caroline Darpino
Alaya Diggs
Carol DiMaggio
Billy Dunleavy
Margaret Donahue
Tim Edwards
Joseph Fenuto
John Flannery
Gilda Ford
Vicki Francis
Brandon Fuscia
Rita and Steve Garry
Ann Geiges
Nellie Grady
James Hamilton
Joseph Hearn, Jr.
Elizabeth Heasley
Marte Heil
Frankie & Bob Herbert
John Herbert
Christopher Higgins
Jeffrey Hill
Peggy Hoffner
Denise Horgan
Kathleen Boyle Houseman
Sheranne Shea-Jubelirer
Luke Kehoe
Ellen Kelly
Kathy Kilroy
Anne Krause
Loretta LaBarge
Marcial Leon
Mark Lewis
Teresa Mac Bride
Jeanne Mace
Jerry and Gale Mahoney
William Marshall, Sr.
Keysha Mason
Lisa Mathews
Lindsey McManus
Emma Miller
Jeanne Hite-Mills
Anne Nyce
Keith Parks
Renee Pontuti
Verna Quigley
Charlie Rehr
Thomas E. Reilley
Linda Richardson
Sally Rodgers
Martha Schmid
F. Joseph Sullivan
Ethel Thomas
Betty Thompson
Kathleen Thompson
Phyllis Thompson
James Trainor
Rita Marie Unrath
Guillermo Velasquez
Angela Walsh
Betty Wilson
Elizabeth Wismer
We are his people, the sheep of his flock
(Psalm 100).
THE SHEPHERD’S FLOCK
In Christian art, the earliest depictions of Jesus Christ were not of his crucifixion or of his resurrection. The first
known renderings of Jesus show him as the Good Shepherd, the image put before us in today’s readings. In the Gospel
passage Jesus reveals that he is the shepherd and his followers are his “flock.”
In the first and second readings, we are told more about the flock. The passage from Acts assures us that both Jews
and Gentiles are called to follow Jesus. It is faith, not birthright, that makes us part of the company of believers. In the
passage from the book of Revelation we learn that the flock that follows this Lamb of God will also be washed in his
blood. They will endure a time of trial before they enjoy eternal life. Be assured of the promise, we are told, but know there
is a price to be paid.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
CUARTO DOMINGO DE PASCUA
"MIS OVEJAS ESCUCHAN MI VOZ"!
Monday, June 20 through Friday, June 24 (9:30am to 12:30PM)
Wanted
Campers ages 4 and completion of
Grade 5.
Wanted
Camp Counselors Students who have
received Sacrament of Confirmation.
Meeting
First Volunteer Meeting will be
Monday night April 25 at 7:00pm in the
Parish Hall.
Come and have fun with VBS!
Este Domingo nos recuerda la figura entrañable del BUEN PASTOR. Las
ovejas escuchan la voz de Jesús. Deben poner atención a los verdaderos
pastores, el Papa, los Obispos, sacerdotes. Jesús nos conoce, nos llama, nos
invita a ser sus seguidores. Escuchar la voz de Jesús es obedecer y guardar
sus enseñanzas. Es dejarlo todo y ponerse al servicio de los hermanos.
CRISTO RESUCITADO es nuestro BUEN PASTOR! El Señor es mi
Pastor, nada me falta!
HOY ES LA JORNADA MUNDIAL POR LAS VOCACIONES. Joven,
estudiante, Cristo te busca y te llama. Acaso no has escuchado su voz?
Jesús te dice: te necesito. Aceptas ser mi mensajero? Necesito de tus
energías, tu generosidad, tu capacidad de servir y ayudar. VEN.
SÍGUEME. No dejemos de orar por las VOCACIONES.
CONFESIONES: Todos los Domingo: 10:00 - 10:20AM
BAUTISMO: Coordina con Diácono Felipe ó Hna. Rosa.
2° Miércoles del mes a las 7:00 PM: Charla
3° Domingo del mes a la 1:00 PM: Bautismo
PROGRAMAS
PREP: Los martes: 6:15 - 7:45 PM.
Primera Comunión: Retiro: hoy dia, 1:00 PM to 4:15 PM
Sacramento: 24 de abril, 10:30 AM
YOUTH GROUP: Los miércoles a las 7:00 PM - en el sótano
de la Rectoria.
CÍRCULO de ORACIÓN: Los viernes a las 7:00 PM en
el sótano de la Rectoría.
Café Para Padres: Registración con Arcides de Jesús.
Los Siervos de Cristo en San Vicente de Paul
Jeanes Hospital Blood Drive
Blood is especially needed this time of year.
You can save up to 3 Lives!
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Appointments available between 8am and 1pm
To register call 215.728.2131 or online at redcrossblood.org
The blood drive will be held in the Friends Hall Physicians’ Office Bldg.
tendrán un Retiro de Evangelización Para Hombres Abril 22, 23
y 24, 2016. St. Joan of Arc. Para más información: Jesus Ortiz.
REUNIONES de COMITES
Hoy día, 17 de abril - después de la Misa
28 de abril a las 7:00 PM: Ministros de la Eucaristía
MAYO: MES DE MARIA
El Círculo de Oración quiere rezar el rosario con las familias de
la parroquia y horar en la manera carismática. Comuníquese
con los servidores.
ALCOHÓLICOS ANÓNIMOS
Grúpo Feliz Amanecer Iglesia San Jose 16 South Spring Garden
St., Ambler, PA: 215-500-5215
Northeast Regional Library
Financial Education Fair
2228 Cottman Avenue
Saturday, April 23, 2016
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Learn about credit, debt, budgets, scams, savings, fraud, identity
theft and more from the experts.
This event is free and no registration is required.
COMPAMENTO BIBLICO de VERANO
Cuando: Lunes 20 de junio hasta viernes 24 de junio: 9:30-12:30
Quiénes: Niños de 4 años hasta 5° grado
Reunión de jóvenes confirmados que quieren ayudar:
- Lunes, 25 de abril a las 7:00 PM en el Salón Parroquial
BABY SHOWER PARA LA COMUNIDAD GRATIS
Para mujeres embarazadas o con niños menores de un año.
Viernes 29 de abril del 2016. Hora: 10:00AM - 1PM
CASA del CARMEN 4400 N. Reese St.
AÑO de la MISERICORDIA
La Capilla Adoración Perpetua de St. William
está abierta las 24 horas los 7 días de la semana.
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CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS
#002005:
St. William Church
6200 Rising Sun Avenue
Philadelphia, Pa. 19111
PHONE
215-745-1389
CONTACT PERSON
Minerva Baez
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Microsoft Office 2013
Adobe Acrobat XI Standard
Windows 7
PRINTER
Sharp MX-5110N
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