In celebration of Easter, the Rectory Office will be closed Thursday, April 2nd, Friday, April 3rd, and Monday, April 6th.

Miss our Lenten Penance Service? Additional times for the Sacrament of Confession will be offered this week on Wednesday, April 1st, from 4:00PM to 6:00PM, Good Friday, April 3rd, from 11:00AM to 1:00PM, and on Holy Saturday, April 4th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM.

The Mass of the Lord’s Supper will take place on Holy Thursday at 7PM followed by adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament, which will take place through the night. Please stop by the table in our Narthex to sign up for an Adoration slot.

Mark your calendar and join us for our Parish Mission on Monday, April 13, and Tuesday, April 14, at 6:30 PM in the Church. JMJ Missions will lead two inspiring evenings of reflection and renewal. Monday’s theme: “Bringing Your Loved Ones Back to God.” Tuesday’s theme: “Set the World on Fire.” Come and be encouraged, refreshed, and renewed in your faith!

Joe Conklin presents “Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra” in support of St. Alphonsus CYO on April 18th at 7:30PM — and Keswick Theatre will once again be rocking for a great cause! St. Alphonsus CYO has collaborated with a few other neighboring parishes to help present this show, and we’re excited to share that a portion of every ticket purchased through our dedicated link or QR code will go directly back to support our CYO program. Click the title above to purchase tickets!

Join our parish community for a special evening celebrating the rich cultures and traditions that make up our church family. We will gather for the 5:00PM Vigil Mass on Saturday, April 11th, followed by fellowship and sharing of foods from different cultures. Parishioners are invited to bring a favorite food that reflects their heritage. If you can help, please complete the form found by clicking the title above. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Rodgers at 215-646- 4600 or [email protected].

HTN (Helping Thy Neighbor) Ministry is now collecting furniture for needy families for their Spring session. Furniture especially needed: bedroom dressers, chests, and nightstands (no mirrors), kitchen/dining room tables and chairs; living room chairs (no recliners), living room sofas and loveseats, coffee and end tables. Please contact Helping Thy Neighbor: phone 215-346-6416 or email to [email protected] if you have any items you would like to donate. Someone will return your call/email and arrange pick up of your items. Thank you for your support.

Join Walking with Purpose on Wednesdays from February 25th to May 6th. Sessions are in our Parish Hall from 7:00 to 8:30PM. Our next book, Rooted and Radiant, is a women’s Scripture study that invites you to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus, strengthen your faith, and discover the peace and confidence that come from a life firmly rooted in Christ. All are welcome to join us as we walk together in faith and community. If interested, please purchase the book at walkingwithpurpose.com. If you have any questions or would like to join us for the first time, please call the rectory at 215-646-4600. We look forward to seeing you!

Parishioners are invited to borrow our new Saint DVDs from the library: I Am With You: A Documentary on Saint Carlo Acutis and Sanctity Within Reach: Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati. This is an inspiring opportunity to grow in faith through the witness of these modern saints! Click the title above to reserve your week.

The Saint Alphonsus Chamber Ensemble would like to invite instrumental players to join our group. We provide accompaniment music during Mass. The ensemble practices 2-3 Sunday afternoons a month from Sept to June. All players from junior high age through adult are welcome. Please contact Jennifer Nemeth-Seay ([email protected]) for more information.

Our Spring session is scheduled for Friday, March 13th, evening, and Sunday, March 14th. Friday evening is an informal hour to get to know the married and soon-to-be married couples participating, and typically lasts from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Saturday's session is from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM and includes discussions and interactive sessions to help engaged couples with a deeper understanding of marriage and each other. Click the title above for more information and to register!

The Health and Wellness Ministry would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the dedicated volunteers who have given their time and energy to support our ministry. Your compassion and commitment make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Christmas filled with peace, health, and happiness. Look for an announcement in the new year for an upcoming event for our volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please reach out via email to [email protected] by clicking the title above!

If you haven’t already, please mail back or drop off your completed census form. Even if you believe nothing has changed, it helps us keep accurate records and is vital to our operations as a parish community. If you have not yet received your census letter in the mail, please contact the Rectory Office as we may have outdated information!

Please join us on Monday, December 15th as we discuss The Christmas Spirit by Debbie Macomber. Best friends, one a pastor (Peter) and the other a bartender (Hank), agree to switch their very different jobs until Christmas Eve. The results are surprising! Please note: this meeting is our annual Christmas Party & Pollyanna and will not take place in the Parish Hall. For more details, contact Joan Wolff at [email protected]. Until then, happy reading!

The Saint Alphonsus Health and Wellness Ministry will be hosting a program on Healthy Habits for the Holidays on Monday, December 1st, at 6:30PM in the Narthex. Learn important tips for ways to stay healthy during the holiday season. Take advantage of this exciting program! Contact the Rectory Office via email at [email protected] or via phone at 215-646-4600 to save your spot.

Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers for making this year’s Book Fair a success—especially our Book Fair Chairs, Maryanne Burgmann and Donna Ierardi, for their leadership and hard work. We’re grateful for everyone who helped, visited, or supported the fair in any way.  Thanks to your generosity, the portion we receive from the sales will help us purchase new books for our parish library and the Kids’ Corner. If you didn’t get a chance to visit, missed something, or want to browse hundreds of additional titles—including many for adults—you can still order online by clicking the title above!

If you haven’t already, please mail back or drop off your completed census form. Even if you believe nothing has changed, it helps us keep accurate records and is vital to our operations as a parish community. If you have not yet received your census letter in the mail, please contact the Rectory Office as we may have outdated information!

Please join us on Monday, November 24th as we discuss Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion by Wendy Suzuki. Using the premise that anxiety is “a key component of our ability to live optimally”, a preeminent neurologist offers ways to harness anxiety for good, stop the negativity, and welcome joy into our lives. Seems a perfect read for the busy holiday season. For more details, contact Joan Wolff at [email protected]. Until then, happy reading!

We’re excited to announce the grand reopening of our parish library on Sunday, November 2, after all Masses! Come explore our beautiful new library shelves now located in the narthex, filled with inspiring Catholic books for all ages and interests. Our entire collection has been added to a convenient online catalog, making it easier than ever to browse and borrow.

This Saturday, November 1st, Saint Alphonsus Parish will celebrate our annual Mass of Remembrance at 5:00 PM for all the souls of the faithful departed. We ask that you consider bringing a framed picture of any of your loved ones who have died this past year to be put in a special place in the church, where it would remain until the end of November. In this way, the whole parish will be reminded of your loved one and be united in prayer for all those who have died. If you do bring a picture, please be sure to include your name on the back of the frame. Mass will conclude with light refreshments and fellowship. To assist with our planning, it would be helpful if you could contact the rectory ([email protected] or 215-646-4600).