Parish Offices 610-265-4178

Parish E-Mail mdpinfo@mdpparish.com

Parish Website www.mdpparish.com

“We the Parish of Mother of Divine Providence, are of the one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. Nourished by Eucharist and guided by the example of Mary our Mother, we are called to open ourselves to an intimate relationship with our Lord, Jesus Christ. As a welcoming community, we strive to live our Catholic faith and to

foster and share this faith through worship, education and service.”

MOTHER OF DIVINE PROVIDENCEMOTHERMOTHER OF OF DIVINE DIVINE PROVIDENCEPROVIDENCE

Mother of Divine Providence Church, 333 Allendale Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406-1640

PARISH DIRECTORY

CLERGY

Rev. Martin T. Cioppi, Ed. D. - Pastor Rev. Charles E. Gormley - Pastor Emeritus Rev. Msgr. Joseph W. Murray - In Residence Pastor Emeritus, St. Stanislaus Deacon Mark H. Dillon - Permanent Deacon

PASTORAL STAFF

Sister Veronica Gross, R.S.M.- Director of Parish Services

OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sunday : Closed

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Mrs. Marianne Houston - Business Manager Mrs. Susan Dugary - Executive Secretary Mrs. Rosemarie DeRosa - Parish Secretary

MDP SCHOOL

Mrs. Theresa A. Garvin - Principal Mrs. Jackie Caton - Secretary Mrs. Ann Farley - Receptionist

OFFICE FOR

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Mrs. Theresa Gilmore - Director of Religious Education Mrs. Simone Angelucci - Secretary

Contact Information:

Adult Faith Formation Committee - Vacant - Contact the Parish Offices for further details

Altar Society - Susan Dugary, Coordinator - sdugary@mdpparish.com

Athletic Association - Ed Campbell, President - www.mdpcyo.com

Bereavement Ministry - Sister Veronica Gross, Moderator - vgross@mdpparish.com

Bible Study - Vacant - Contact the Parish Offices for further details

Boy Scouts - Dave Cichowicz - Leader - dcichowicz@comcast.net

Care Ministers - Sister Veronica Gross, Moderator - vgross@mdpparish.com

Carnival – Monica Pedano, Chair - monica.pedano@mssb.com

Charismatic Prayer Group - Linda Korpel, Coordinator - 610-272-0241

Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Frances Krouse, Coordinator – frkredskins@verizon.net

Choir and Cantors - Ed Klady, Director - edward.klady@verizon.net

Contemporary Guitar Group - Sue Farrell, Coordinator - mdpguitargroup@yahoo.com

Christmas Bazaar & Craft Fair - Donna O ’ Brien, Coordinator - 610-337-3814

Eucharistic Adoration - Joseph DeMaria, Coordinator - joseph.demaria1@verizon.net

Girl Scouts - Denyse Groth, Leader - dgroth.girlscout@comcast.net

Greeters - Bernadette Wesler, Coordinator - bernadette.wesler@verizon.net

Home & School Association - Nellie Anstock, Pres. - nellieanstock@verizon.net

Intercessory Prayer Group - Dee Hall, Contact - 610-265-8032

Knights of Columbus - Carlos Medina, Grand Knight - 210-725-9502

Legion of Mary - Barbara Boyle, President - tttbbkop@aol.com

Marriage Preparation Program: Deacon Mark Dillon, Coordinator - mdillon@mdpparish.com

MDP Seniors - Sister Veronica Gross, Moderator - vgross@mdpparish.com

Monte Carlo Night – Monica Pedano, Chair - monica.pedano@mssb.com

Music for Weddings and Funerals - Roz Cirino, Coordinator - rozjoe@comcast.net

Parish Hospitality Committee - Shirley McCuch, Coordinator - Shirley.mccuch@comcast.net

Parish Nurse Ministry - Ellie Buchwald - ebuchwald@mdpparish.com

Persons with Disabilities - Jim Mahar, Contact - james _mahar@msn.com

Respect Life Group - Pat Walker, Contact - 610-337-3264

Scrip Program - Mariann Bevenour, Coordinator - mbevenour@mdpparish.com

Transportation Ministry - Mary Quick, Coordinator - ballinamal@aol.com

Women’s Walk - Mary Beth Arechabala, Coordinator - 610-265-7258

Youth Group - Mary Beth Arechabala, coordinator - youthgroup@mdpparish.com

Young Adults Group - Mark and Annie Eadie - youngadults@mdpparish.com

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MASSES

Saturday Vigil: 5:15 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM Monday through Saturday: 8:00 AM Holydays and Holidays: as announced

MORNING PRAYER OF THE CHURCH

15 minutes before morning Mass (Monday through Saturday)

ROSARY

After morning Mass. (Monday through Saturday)

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA

PRAYERS

After Saturday morning Mass.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

After 8:00 AM Mass until 7:00 PM each Tuesday.

CARE MINISTERS

Parishioners dedicated to assisting fellow parishioners at times of sickness or bereavement and to visiting the homebound. Contact the Parish Offices.

ST. JOHN’S HOSPICE CASSEROLE

PROGRAM

Casseroles are due on the second Wednesday of every month. Contact Julie about pans, recipes and drop-off point at 610-878-9121.

REGISTRATION

We welcome you to our area! Please phone the Parish Offices to schedule an appointment to register. Parish registration is required to schedule baptisms or marriages as well as to obtain certificates of eligibility for godparents and/or sponsors.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

Celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 12:45 PM. Call the Parish Offices to schedule.

BAPTISMAL INSTRUCTIONS

Second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 PM in the Parish Offices Building. Both parents must take part. Call the Parish Offices to register.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION

Saturday: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Vigil of a Holyday: 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM Also by appointment.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE

Persons intending to marry must visit the priest six months in advance so that the proper preparation may be made.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK AND THE

EUCHARIST

The priest will gladly come to shut-ins with the Sacraments of Holy Eucharist, Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick. Parishioners who are planning surgery should contact the priest to receive the Anointing of the Sick before the surgery.

PREPARING ADULTS TO RECEIVE

SACRAMENTS

Informal gatherings of prayer and instructions for adults who are interested in becoming one with us in our Catholic Faith, or who are already Catholic and wish to complete their Christian Initiation by receiving the Sacraments of Confirmation and / or Eucharist. For more information contact Theresa Gilmore.

EDUCATING OUR CHILDREN IN THE

FAITH

Children not attending the Parish School are educated in the faith through our Religious Education Program. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings during the school year, beginning in September. Contact Theresa Gilmore for details.

PARISH DEVOTIONS SACRAMENTS

OUTREACH

NEW RESIDENTS

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LITURGY

4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, January 29, 2012 7:30 AM Mass - Joan Bendinger 9:30 AM Mass – James Sheridan 11:30 AM Mass – Irene Lovas Monday, January 30, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – Gabby Vogel & All Children with Terminal Illness Tuesday, January 31, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – Rose Gallagher Wednesday, February 1, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – Marion Kremzier Thursday, February 2, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – William Thomas & Elizabeth Mary Cole Friday, February 3, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – Bernie Adams Saturday, February 4, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – Dr. Joseph Pandolfi 5:15 PM Mass – Clara Walker

BLESSING OF THROATS

Friday, February 3rd

is the Feast of Saint Blaise, bishop and martyr. The blessing of the throats will take place immediately following the 8 AM Mass that morning.

CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD

We invite children in Grades Pre-Kindergarten through 2

nd to participate in the celebration of the Children’s

Liturgy of the Word at the 9:30 AM Mass each Sunday. We are grateful to the catechists who serve so willingly each week to share the Good News with our children.

STEWARDSHIP SHARING TIME, TALENT AND TREASURE

LAST WEEK’S COLLECTION Your sacrificial giving is greatly appreciated as we strive to maintain our parish facilities and services. God bless your generosity! The collection for 1/22/12 totaled $14,109.93 The collection for 1/23/11 totaled $14,918.97

SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEK Next weekend, February 4

th and 5th, the second

collection will be for the Care of Aging and Infirm Priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Many of these good and faithful men have gone on to retire due to age or health, taking up residence in one of our Catholic Health Care Facilites: Villa Saint Joseph, Regina Coeli, Saint Francis Country House, or in a rectory or private residence. They still continue their priestly ministry of service to you, through their daily Masses, personal sacrifices and prayers. Please extend your gratitude to them by your generous financial support. Please continue to pray for all priests and be assured of a daily remembrance in our Masses and prayers.

SANCTUARY FUND

We continue to maintain a wish list of items (vestments, linens and sanctuary appointments) which can be purchased in memory of deceased loved ones. Please call the Parish Offices for more information.

MDP MASS ENROLLMENTS Mass is offered on the first Sunday of each month at Mother of Divine Providence Church for the intentions of our benefactors, including the intentions made through our Mass Enrollment program. Attractive white leatherette folders (including a photograph of our outdoor shrine of Mary, Mother of Divine Providence) are available at the Parish Offices. You may choose one of three enrollment periods (25 years, 50 years or a perpetual remembrance) with a donation of $25, $50, or $100. These Mass Enrollments and Folders are designed to honor the living, or to remember the dead. The proceeds realized from the Enrollment Program benefit our Building Fund.

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FROM OUR PASTOR

Dear Friends, How faithful is our God to His saving promises made from ages past. We hear in the First Reading of Moses promising the people of Israel a future prophet will come to speak in God’s Name. In the Gospel of Mark, we see that promise fulfilled in Jesus, who both teaches with authority and heals the deepest wounds of the human spirit. In the proclamation of God’s living Word in our parish today, Jesus again stands in our midst, teaching, healing and saving His People. I would like to thank those parishioners who represented us on the March for Life in Washington or served at the Altar both on Monday and through the day on Tuesday to pray for the coming of a new day for families; a new day for all humanity. Your generous giving of self is much appreciated by us all. As the transition meetings begin to build our regional school, I am asking that you keep in your prayers the team members of Mother of Divine Providence, Saint Matthew and Sts. Cosmas and Damian parishes who are committed to insuring that Catholic Education remains a vital part of our ecclesial mission. We look forward to this week to Catholic Schools Week, please take time to visit our school and support our parish mission. I also want to express my sincere appreciation to the outgoing members of our Pastoral Council: Mr. Victor Limongelli, Mr. Steve Gibbons (liaison with the Finance Council), Miss Christa Faustman and Mrs. Lucille Young. Their goodwill in sharing their thoughts and prayers with me as well as Monsignor Conway was and will remain of great value to the deepening of our faith as a parish. As our parish gathers to worship God this weekend, let us be of one mind and one heart in listening for His Voice and opening our hearts to receive Him with charity. With God’s blessing for you and your families,

Father Cioppi

IN OUR PARISH

DEAD SEA SCROLL EXHIBIT The Dead Sea Scrolls are on exhibit in New York along with other artifacts from the Holy Land until April 15. This is a once in a lifetime exhibit featuring the famed Dead Sea Scrolls, an actual stone from the Western Wall from the Second temple in Jerusalem and more than 500 never before seen artifacts from biblical times. We are looking at the possibility of planning a parish trip to see the exhibit if there is enough interest. We would be going on a Saturday in March (either the 3

rd or the 31

st) and the cost of the trip would be about

$80.00. This would include transportation, ticket for the exhibit and a boxed lunch. Definite plans will be made once we know if there is an interest for this event. Please contact Sister Veronica no later than February 6

th at 610-265-4178 or

vgross@mdpparish.com if you think you would like to be part of this trip

OUR LADY OF LOURDES World Day of the Sick

Saturday, February 11, 2012 Our Lady of Lourdes Praesidium of the Legion of Mary will join in praying the Rosary for the sick through the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes. Please join us on this day immediately following the 8:00 Mass, then join us afterwards in McGrory Hall for refreshments and to learn more about our work.

CHOIR NEWS

We are beginning a recruiting campaign to enlist more people for our parish adult choir. We need younger people (especially male singers) who can continue the fine musical tradition of our choir. The liturgical role of the choir is twofold: To add beauty & solemnity to the liturgy and assist the singing of the congregation. In order to make a sound that will reinforce 400-500 people in the congregation, we need more people. At a liturgy, we all help each other, we are church: the priest, musicians, and the assembly. All of us make each other more fulfilled in the liturgy when we all do our own role better. We leave the liturgy feeling renewed and refreshed. For the choir to fulfill its responsibility, there must be more voices in the choir. Hear are a few reasons to join the choir:

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- You would like a deeper involvement in Mass as well as the fellowship

- You would like to give of yourself to the church in a different way

- You would like a more intense participation in the Mass

- YOU ENJOY SINGING This is a great time to join the choir since we will soon be preparing music for Lent and Easter. You do not have to know how to read music – there is no audition – ALL ARE WELCOME ! Come to a few rehearsals and try us out. If you don’t feel up to the challenge we can still part as friends. We rehearse Thursday evenings from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM in the church and sing at the Sunday 11:30 Mass.

CYO ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Winter is flying by and before you know it the weather will be getting warmer. Registration is NOW OPEN FOR ALL MDP Spring Sports. All MDP Parish and School children are eligible to register Registration will be open until February 15, 2012. Registration is open for:

Baseball – (5th

– 8th)

$75 Softball – (5

th – 8

th) $75

Track – (Peewee: K-3) $30, (4th

– 8th

) $40 High School Volleyball – (9

th – 12

th) $60

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To register, go to www.wagdogs.com. New families will need to create an account for your family. You will then receive a verification email in order to proceed. To register for a sport: Select “Register for a League” Select “Mother of Divine Providence CYO, K of P Enter your child’s information Select desired sport Continue on to finish registration

CYO BOWLING OUTING

Looking for something fun to do with the family or friends? Then come and join us at the 4

th Annual MDP

Athletic Association Bowling Outing which will be held on Sunday, January 29

th from 2:30 – 5 PM at

Faceda-Whitaker Lanes, 2912 Swede Road, East Norriton. All proceeds benefit the MDP Athletic Association and Intramural programs. Everyone is invited. SPECIAL RATE: $15 per person includes shoe rental and 2 ½ hours continuous bowling! If you would like to attend, please contact Brian McConnell at 484-326-7370 or email at steelavengers@yahoo.com.

MDP YOUNG ADULTS GROUP

(Ages 20-35) We invite you to join us. We will start by getting together for lunch once a month, and grow from there. This group has become a source of fellowship,

service, and great fun for all of us. We will meet outside the church after the 11:30 Mass and go to lunch on February 5, March 4, April 8, May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 9, October 7, November

4, and December 2. To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact Annie Eadie at annie.eadie@gmail.com. Please check us out on our Facebook Page at MDP Young Adults Group.

HELP SUPPORT THE YOUTH MISSION TRIP

BY EATING AT GINO’S

Eat at Gino’s Burgers & Chicken, 611 West DeKalb Pike in King of Prussia, Wednesday, February 8

th

between 3 PM and 9 PM. Mention “MDP Workcamp Group” and the group will receive 15% of the sales to help support our mission trip this summer. Spread the word! Tell all your friends and neighbors to come! Don’t forget to mention “MDP Workcamp Group” when you order. Thank you.

ATTENTION MEN OF THE PARISH

We invite you to join 25 to 30 men from our parish as we go on our annual retreat at Saint Joseph’s in the Hills, Malvern, PA. The retreat is from 6:30 PM Friday, March 2

nd to

12:30 PM, Sunday, March 4th

. Jesus suffered and died to show us how much He loves us and now He expects all of us to find ways to grow in our love for Him One of the best ways to do that is to give Him 42 hours away from our everyday world at Saint Joseph’s in the Hills. When we devote ourselves totally to Him, He never fails to draw us closer to Him. If

you are interested in attending, please contact Vic Limongelli at 610-265-7824, or Chris Welde at 215-972-2364 or Dan Rooney at 610-724-1597.

ROUND UP AT THE MDP CORRAL 12th Annual Technology Fundraiser

Saturday, February 11, 2012 Lasso a partner and put on your cowboy hat and boots. MDP is going country for the night! Our evening will include dinner, complimentary drinks, music, a silent/live auction, and raffle and tombola prizes. There have been many items donated already and our list continues to grow. These items range from gift certificates to local eateries, sporting events, theater tickets and sight-seeing adventures. This event helps our technology resources to grow and sustains our current ones. The proceeds from the

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auction benefit not only our school but the programs we offer to our MDP community. If you are unable to join us but would like to support the auction, you can complete a donation form found as an insert in today’s bulletin and also online through www.mdpparish.com and www.mdpschool.com. Tickets for admittance and raffle will be on sale after all the Masses on February 4

th and 5

th.

As in years past we will have a re-gifting program. Do you have any leftover or unwanted holiday gifts? Consider donating them to our Silent Auction. Both re-gifting items and new donations may be placed in the marked bins in the back of the church. Advertising space in the Auction booklet is available along with other marketing options – we would love to showcase your business! Forms for advertising are also available on the websites. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for the evening, please contact Judy Nigro at 610-687-4485. If you have any questions regarding donations, advertising or volunteering for the event, please contact Julie Fredette 610-213-3138 or via email at jkfbearsfan@gmail.com.

SAVE THE DATE

Calling all high school teens (Grades 9 – 12) to attend the: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Teen Convocation. Sunday, March 11, 2012, 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM at Archbishop Carroll High School. Featuring – Keynote Presenter, Father Augustino Torres, CFR, Music by Mark Griswald, Breakout sessions, Eucharistic Adoration, Exhibitors, and Sunday Mass celebrated by Bishop John J. McIntyre. Please register through the following: www.archphila.org/catechetical. Offices for Catechetical Formation, 215-587-3760.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

The Legion of Mary will meet on Sunday, January 29th at 12:30 PM in McGrory Hall. Women’s Walk will meet on Monday, January 30

th at

9:30 AM in the Parish Offices Building. There will be a Fundraising Committee Meeting on Monday, January 30

th at 7 PM in the Parish Offices

Building. The Charismatic Prayer Group will meet on Monday, January 30

th at 7:30 PM in the Parish Offices Building

The Contemporary Guitar Group will meet Tuesday, January 31

st at 6:45 PM in the Parish Offices Building.

There will be a Food Addicts Meeting on Tuesday, January 31

st at 7 PM in McGrory Hall.

The Intercessory Prayer Group will meet on Wednesday, February 1

st at 9 AM in the Church.

Boy Scout Troop #481 will hold their meeting on Thursday, February 2

nd at 7 PM in Providence Hall.

Choir Practice will be held on Thursday, February 2nd

at 7:30 PM in the Church.

PRAYER FOR OUR MILITARY Lord, Jesus, Savior of the world and King of Peace, watch over our sons and daughters in the service of our Country especially: Capt. Tom Figgatt, David W. Bogle, Major Christopher Koebbe, M.D.,

Cpl. Gregory Greenaway, Lt. Col. Eric Grace, Sgt. David Michael Koch, Captain Patrick Neher, A1C Aaron Stoner, 1

st Lieut. Adam Bouvier, 2

nd Lieut.

Troy (Bouvier) Gondela, Lieut. William Gondela, Lieut. Thomas Morgan, PFC Shannon Spencer Simpson, Sgt. Brian Simpson, Anthony Muro, Lance Corporal Kathryn Mannion, GySgt. Joseph Renner, Tech. Sgt. Amber Saienni, Master Sgt. Martin Saienni, A1C Tawnya Smyrk, Commander Carolyn McMonigle, Captain John Gillis, Col. John Drolet, 2

nd Lieut. Aaron Oswald, Chief Petty Officer

Russell Thompson, and Capt. Terry Wilkin. Protect them from the physical and moral dangers of military life. Keep them close to You and help them live the Commandments. Lord, Jesus, give them courage to serve their Country with honor and dignity. Be with them when they are in danger; strengthening them when they face hardships. And Lord, grant that, when their service is finished, they may return to us sound in mind, body and soul. In particular, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their fellow man and Country. Amen. You are invited to submit your loved one’s name to the Parish Offices or email Rosemarie DeRosa at rderosa@mdpparish.com.

PARISH NURSE

NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY FEBRUARY 3, 2012

“Since 2004, the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women movement has been educating millions of

women on the urgent truths of heart disease. The fact is: More women die of heart disease than all forms of cancer combined. Unfortunately, this killer isn't as easy to see and is often silent, hidden and misunderstood. Go Red For Women works to spread

life-saving truths about heart disease and fund lifesaving research - all which can make the difference between life and death.” From:www.GoRedForWomen.org Stop in the back of church for more Heart Health and Stroke Prevention information. •Simple Science@Heart is a new website that simply shares knowledge, treatments and cures for heart disease and stroke. www.heart.org/Did-You-Know

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••National Webinar: Learn the latest in women's heart health advances from HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Wed., February 1, 2012, at 5:30 - 6:30 pm ET. Questions answered www.goredforwomen.org. •••Yankee Candle goes red: From Jan. 20 through Feb. 15, 2012. Yankee Candle will donate $1 to Go Red For Women from the sale of each large jar candle in select red fragrances, a maximum donation of $50,000.

from the desk of Ellie Buchwald, RN, BSN

PARISH SERVICES

MDP SENIORS Our next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 11 A.M. Our pastor, Father Cioppi, will speak to us on the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes – World Day of the Sick. Please join us for this inspirational meeting.

ST. JOHN CASSEROLE PROGRAM Wednesday, February 8

th is our next scheduled pick

up for the casserole program. Details may be found in the Outreach section of our church bulletin. Thank you for your continued support.

from the desk of Sister Veronica

CATECHETICAL FORMATION

PARISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM

CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION The childen celebrated the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul with Mass on Wednesday evening. It was wonderful to hear their angelic voices chanting the Entrance and Communion Antiphons, and the parts of the Mass. The lyrics of the song during the preparation of the

Gifts captured the essence of St. Paul’s experience: “Change my heart, O God!” May we daily have a conversion of heart that will lead us deeper into the Divine Intimacy of our awesome God!

FIRST RECONCILIATION

There are 69 children of the parish who will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Saturday, February 4

th. We ask your prayers for

these children and their families as they come to experience the loving forgiveness of our God. May the practice of making a good confession be woven as strong fibers into the fabric of their daily lives.

from the desk of Theresa Gilmore, DRE

THE NEWS FROM OUR PARISH SCHOOL

School News http://mdpschool.com

Two weeks to go until the Auction! Howdy, partners … don’t forget to send in your response to the

Auction for Technology. Draw it out of that “safe place” (on your countertop), and let us know that you will mosey on down. There is no better fun anywhere in town. And if you care to donate an item for bidding, just go to MDPschool.com to get the low-down. We are grateful for sponsors, too. From one cowpoke to another … see ya’ there!

Congratulations to this week’s Apple of My Eye winners. Many children earned tickets through

their acts of kindness and responsibility. Each week we draw several winners from the bin of “good apples,” and this time around they are: Rachel Bunado, Connor Shaw, Claire Kilgarriff, Nathan Gomes, Elizabeth Yates, Patrick Baker You are all the Apple of My Eye. The COMMTECH computer training class for adults begins again on Thursday 2/2/12. Instruction is provided by MDP teachers & assisted by student coaches. The class runs from 3:45 – 5:15 PM, and refreshments are included. Each participant also gets a free flash drive! Our students are eager to offer their expertise as one-to-one mentors for the participants. Please invite neighbors, friends and relatives to register by calling 610-265-2323.

The fifth grade students at Mother of Divine Providence School led a drive to raise funds to sponsor cleft palate surgery for a disadvantaged child in a third world country. Connor Mulgrew

introduced this initiative, as a way to give back to others. He is featured on the website for Operation Smile. The fifth graders went to each classroom to educate the children about this mission. They held a donut sale one morning and a contest at lunchtime. The contest was a photo matching game – pair the smile with the fifth grader. The students had a drawing from all correct entries and the winner – Matthew

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DeLucca (1B) - received a $25.00 Regal Cinema Gift Card. While the goal was to raise at least $240.00 for a single cleft palate surgery, they actually raised $611.00. They are designating the Operation Smile donation to: Cleft Palate Surgery for two children ($480); Antibiotics for 10 children ($30); Pain Medication for 12 children ($25); IV Starter Kit for 25 children ($50); and the balance to the Most Needed Fund. The students are completing the fund-raising activity by writing reflections on how they come to know Jesus through their service to children with need. Thank you to all who participated, and special thanks to Suzy Jo Donuts who contributed 8 dozen donuts to the cause. Free will donations are still welcome. Thank you to Mrs. Antoinette Donovan for arranging last week’s 5th and 6th grade visit to the Byrne Courthouse and Federal Building. What a fascinating tour for the students! They sat in a courtroom and enjoyed several presentations, including a segment with Judge Marjorie Rendell. Students entered the robing room, a judge’s chambers, the law library, and even met Dover, the bomb-sniffing dog. The Week-at-a-Glance 1/28 Saturday – Auction Preview, Family Bingo and Scholastic Book Fair – all following the 5:15 Mass in Providence Hall, the gym and the library. 1/29 Sunday – Catholic Schools Week begins with OPEN HOUSE for all parishioners, family, friends and prospective students from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Coffee & Donuts will be served in Providence Hall. Our award winning SCIENCE FAIR will be on display! All clubs and activities will be represented and tours will be offered. 1/30 Monday – Career Day 2/3 Friday – Talent Show at 1:15 PM. All are welcome; be our guest!

from the desk of Theresa Garvin, Principal

AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE

A BABY’S BREATH

A Baby’s Breath in Bryn Mawr is looking for volunteers who are willing to help our mission. We are holding an Open House on Tuesday, February 7

th 7 PM to 9 PM.

If you have any questions or just want more information: abbmainline@gmail.com (610) 520-2227

RACHEL’S VINEYARD

Rachel’s Vineyard retreats are for anyone hurting from the spiritual and emotional pain of an abortion. The weekend will help you experience the mercy and compassion of God; grieve your loss and forgive

yourself and others Retreat date is March 23, 24, & 25, 2012 at the Spirituality Center in Frazer, PA. Call 215-906-6337 or 610-399-0890 All contacts are confidential.

OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION

Archbishop Carroll H.S. will host an Open House for all students on Sunday, January 29

th – noon to 2 PM

and Sunday, February 26th

– noon to 2 PM. Registrations will be accepted at this time. For further information or questions, contact the school at 610-688-7610, ext. 114.

ANNUAL MASS FOR PERSONS WITH

DISABILITIES The Annual Archdiocesan Eucharist Celebration honoring the gifts of persons with disabilities, the deaf community, family, friends and caregivers is scheduled for Saturday, March 10

th at 11 AM at the Cathedral

Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul. Archbishop Chaput will be the principal celebrant and homilist. There will be light reception immediately following. All are welcome. To RSVP contact the Department for Pastoral Care for Persons with Disabilities at 215-587-3530 or email jlavende@adphila.org.

SCHEDULES FOR LITURGICAL MINISTERS

Catechist for Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, February 5, 2012 9:30 AM Mass – Lisa Matics

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Saturday, February 4, 2012 5:15 PM Mass – R. Fenlon, D Giova, Sr. V. Gross, J. Marx, L. McGroarty, F. Moffa, P. Poche’, E. Ritter Sunday, February 5, 2012 7:30 AM Mass - A. Angelucci, S Angelucci, D Cichowicz, D Dy, J. Fox, MA. Marchese, D Pedlow, E Shea 9:30 AM Mass - E. Bogle, T Boyle, J. Copp, T Gerardi, J Lloyd, D. O’Brien, R. Scannapieco, H. Trainor 11:30 AM Mass – E. Buchwald, C. DeMaria, B Dugary, Paul Hawk, E. Lindsay, T. McLaughlin, R. Sheetz, A. Urben

Lectors

Saturday, February 4, 2012 5:15 PM Mass – S. Wildemann (Lector 1), N. Olson (Lector 2) Sunday, February 5, 2012 7:30 AM Mass - T McCuch (Lector 1), Jim McCabe (Lector 2) 9:30 AM Mass - LA. Reilly (Lector 1), M Baker (Lector 2)

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11:30 AM Mass - J. DeMaria (Lector 1), J Olexy (Lector 2)

Altar Servers

Monday, January 30, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – R Boyle, S. Lloyd Tuesday, January 31, 2012 8:00 AM Mass - R Boyle, S. Lloyd Wednesday, February 1, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – R Boyle, S. Lloyd Thursday, February 2, 2012 8:00 AM Mass - R Boyle, S. Lloyd Friday, February 3, 2012 8:00 AM Mass - R Boyle, S. Lloyd Saturday, February 4, 2012 8:00 AM Mass – C. Anderson, E. McConnell 5:15 PM Mass – M. Bishop, AJ. Gardiner, K. Wisniewski Sunday, February 5, 2012 7:30 AM Mass – K. Burns, L. Pedlow, A. Prusacki 9:30 AM Mass – S. Lloyd, J O’Brien, A. Splendore 11:30 AM Mass – L. Galban, G. Lacy, A. Monaco, J. Rajasekaran

Altar Society Cleaning Team

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 M Dallas, A Prusacki

Altar Society Linen Preparation Sunday, February 5, 2012 V. Conwell

SCHEDULES FOR SCRIP SELLERS

Monday, January 30, 2012 – 3:00 – 3:30 M. Bevenour Tuesday, January 31, 2012, 2011 – 8:30 – 9:00 No Sales Wednesday, February 1, 2012 – 3:00-3:30 P. Campbell Thursday, February 2, 2012 - 8:30 - 9:00 L. Cristinzio Friday, February 3, 2012 – 11:30 – 12:00 Noon J. Lloyd Saturday, February 4, 2012 5:15 PM Mass – J. McConnell, L. Wisniewski Sunday, February 5, 2012 7:30 AM Mass – P Valenti 9:30 AM Mass – B. Gerardi, D. Mulgrew 11:30 AM Mass – J. Nigro

SCRIP NEWS

WHAT’S NEW

We regret to inform you that the $20 Barnes and Noble Teacher Card will no longer be available as it is being discontinued.

Scrip is a term that means “substitute money”. When you purchase scrip, you are purchasing gift cards that can be used just like cash. You can use scrip to purchase every expense like food, clothing, and other essentials. With every purchase, you earn revenue for yourself and for MDP!

Great Lakes Scrip Center acts on behalf of non profit organizations to purchase large amounts of scrip from grocery stores, department stores and other participating retailers. Because the scrip is purchased up front with cash, the retailers offer a substantial discount. MDP then buys the scrip from Great Lakes and re-sells for full face value. The discount of 2% to 15% or more is then split between you, the purchaser, and MDP. For instance, Acme offers 5% discount. Therefore 2.5% profit goes to the purchaser and 2.5% goes to MDP. Scrip is a popular choice because families like yourselves don’t have to sell anything. You produce revenue by making regular household purchases you would make anyway. Groceries, clothing, toys, gifts, and even gasoline can be purchased with scrip! The Parish and YOU do!!! Whatever the percentage discount the retailer offers is split between the parish and you! For instance, if the percentage is 5%. The parish gets 2.5% and you get 2.5% credit toward tuition. Credits are then tallied 2x’s a year and the total credit earned is deducted from your tuition balance. The tuition credits can be applied to any level of catholic education (pre-K thru college). If you no longer pay tuition, you may earn credits for another family member, friend or neighbor.