Pentecost Sunday
Sunday, May 28, 2023
On the evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, "Peace be with you." When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you." And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained."
John 20:19-23
Parish News & Events
MEMORIAL DAY
The Parish Office will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. The Office will re-open on Tuesday.
Parish Office Summer Hours
Parish Office Hours for the Summer begin this weekend!
The Rectory will close at 1:00 pm on Fridays for the summer.
What's New at St. Max?
CLOTHING AND SHOE DROP
If you haven’t noticed, we now have two clothing and shoe bins in our back parking lot adjacent to Skiles Blvd. Green Drop no longer has a relationship with the St. Vincent de Paul Society. These bins will benefit local charities and they will also benefit our church with your donations. If we fill the bins every month, the company will be making a generous donation to our parish. If you have any questions, feel free to call the rectory @610-399-6936.
The Saint Max Fellowship Group will not be worshiping together during the summer months.
We will look forward to seeing everyone in September!
GIVING HOPE TO ALL
2023 Catholic Charities Appeal
On Monday, January 23, 2023, Archbishop Pérez will officially launch the 2023 Catholic Charities Appeal – Giving Hope to All! Tune in to Archbishop Pérez’s Facebook page on Monday at 10:00 am to watch the live-stream footage of Archbishop Pérez, CCA Board President Ernie Russom, and beneficiaries officially kick off the largest annual fundraiser of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Read more about the good works of Catholic Charities in the brochure
Adoration will be cancelled for Tuesday, June 13th due to 8th Grade Graduation
The 7 Newly Ordained Priests for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Please keep them in your prayers
New Group Forming!!
Spiritual Ambassador Committee
Liturgy Coordinator
Help Wanted
Are you looking to subsidize your income? Are you in love with your Faith? We have an opportunity for someone just like you! St. Max is looking for a weekend Liturgy Coordinator.
The person in this role would:
train, schedule, communicate and oversee the high school sacristans.
the Coordinator would also be on hand for all weekend and special Liturgies such as Christmas, Confirmation, First Holy Communion, Holy Week Liturgies including Easter, etc.
Weekend responsibilities include making sure the scheduled Lector, Ushers, Altar Servers, and Eucharistic Ministers are in attendance, or finding a replacement from people in attendance:
The Coordinator would be available at least 3 weekends a month
Hours include preparing for Saturday Vigil Mass from 3:00 – 5:00pm and locking up the church; as well as preparing for Sunday Liturgies from 8:30 – 11:30 am and locking up the church.
This PAID position requires a full set of clearances including Safe Environment Training
Please call the Rectory if you are interested in this position. 610-399-6936
Parish Secretary
Help Wanted
Are you a people person? Saint Max has a full-time Parish Secretary position opening. The person in this role would include:
- Greet visitors, answer phone calls
- prepare Mass Cards
- Clergy scheduling
- Scheduling Baptisms, Funerals and Weddings
- Registering new parishioners
- Coordinating volunteers for decorating of Church for Christmas and Easter
Are you looking to serve our brothers and sisters who are not able to be with us at Mass? We have a beautiful ministry that needs you! If you feel called to serve, to bring Communion to our friends OR just to help a couple times a year at Sunrise Assisted Living Monthly Mass as a Reader at mass- please contact the Rectory and we can put you in touch with our Ministry Coordinator. 610-399-6936 or saintmax@comcast.net. All training will be provided.
Pittsburgh, PA June 23-24th
2023 National Right to Life Convention
Registration
Pre-registration for the 2023 National Right to Life Convention or National Teens for Life Convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, June 23-24, 2023 is now open!
We have adult, student and senior rates; the Teen Convention; and, childcare available.
2023 Eucharistic Congress
The Gift of Finest Wheat: This is My Body Given Up for You
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa654 Ferry Road - Doylestown, PA
- Holy Mass at 9:00 AM celebrated by Archbishop Pérez begins the day.
- Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament at 4:00 PM concludes the day.
- There will be talks on the Mystery of the Eucharist by compelling speakers.
- Tracks are available in English and Spanish as well as a Teen Track (ages 14-17) and a Children's Track (ages 6-13).
- There will be opportunities for Adoration, Confession and other Devotions.
- Please bring your own lunch and there is plenty of parking available.
Registration is now open! Speakers will be announced soon. Adults $25.00 per person, no charge for youth under age 18.
Full details and registration: phillyeucharisticrevival.org/congress
Knights of Columbus
Contacts Mike Reitman at genereitman@gmail.com or Jim
Evans at jim8646@comcast.net.
Evans at jim8646@comcast.net.
Only Monday afternoon Bingo in Chester County! Games from 11:AM to 3:00 PM, doors open at 10:00 AM. Non-smoking,
refreshments, 25 games, and cash payouts.
refreshments, 25 games, and cash payouts.
Our Council House is located in West Whiteland Township, 1392 Olde Phoenixville Pike, just off King Road heading towards Immaculate University.
FLAME OF LOVE RETURNS FOR JUNE:
Please join us next time at St. Max on June 3rd for the next First Saturday Devotion.
Our Lady (of Fatima) asks each one of us to repent and confess our sins, receive Holy Communion, pray the Rosary, pray for our Pope while keeping her company with a spirit of reparation for five first Saturdays. Come pray with us and bring your prayer petitions.
Mass at 8:00am
followed by the Flame of Love Rosary
Confession is available
Pentecost Update:
The Parish Envisioning Team is working to fulfill the request of the Archdiocese to identify three priorities for Saint Max Parish with corresponding goals to advance outcomes where we have areas of opportunity (challenges).
UPDATE:
Father Papa and the Envisioning Team have finalized three parish priorities and SMART goals. The Team also discussed strategies for implementing these goals. The information will be printed in an upcoming June Parish Bulletin.
MANY ON-LINE Sessions are available for Safe Environment Training in JUNE- see below
Attention All New Volunteers who have Regular contact with Children (Coaches, Catechists, etc.)
Protecting God’s Children
Safe Environment Training
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Protecting God's Children for Adults Where:Live Online Session
When:Thursday, June 1, 2023
9:30 AMEstimated length of session:3 hrs
9:30 AMEstimated length of session:3 hrs
Spaces remaining:55 of 65Language:
This session will be conducted in English
Notes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal. This is a video conference session
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Protecting God's Children for Adults Where:Live Online Session
When:Wednesday, June 7, 2023
2:00 PMEstimated length of session:3 hrsSpaces remaining:1 of 65Language:This session will be conducted in EnglishNotes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal. This is a video conference session
2:00 PMEstimated length of session:3 hrsSpaces remaining:1 of 65Language:This session will be conducted in EnglishNotes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal. This is a video conference session
Protecting God's Children for Adults IN PERSON
Where:St. Patrick School (Malvern)
When:Monday, July 17, 2023
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Estimated length of session:2 hrs 30 minSpaces remaining:46 of 50Language:This session will be conducted in English
Notes:115 Channing Avenue, Malvern. Follow posted signs to the Parish Center/Gym entrance; take the stairs on the right down to the lower-level cafeteria. Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed, no one under the age of 18 will be permitted to attend the session.
Protecting God's Children for Adults IN PERSON
Where:St. Joseph Parish (Downingtown)
When:Saturday, June 10, 2023
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Estimated length of session:3 hrs
Spaces remaining:48 of 50Language:
This session will be conducted in English
Notes:The session will be held in the Parish Meeting Center located at 340 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335. The Meeting Rooms are behind the school building (the driveway is to the right). Enter through the door under the canopy. Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed, no one under the age of 18 will be permitted to attend the session.Contact:Mary Ann Korpics (610-873-8798)
Protecting God's Children for Adults Where: Live Online Session
When:Thursday, June 15, 2023
6:00 PMEstimated length of session:2 hrs 30 minSpaces remaining:49 of 65Language:This session will be conducted in EnglishNotes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal. This is a video conference session
6:00 PMEstimated length of session:2 hrs 30 minSpaces remaining:49 of 65Language:This session will be conducted in EnglishNotes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal. This is a video conference session
Protecting God's Children for Adults Where:Live Online Session
When:Thursday, June 22, 2023
2:00 PMEstimated length of session:3 hrsSpaces remaining:47 of 65Language:This session will be conducted in EnglishNotes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal.
2:00 PMEstimated length of session:3 hrsSpaces remaining:47 of 65Language:This session will be conducted in EnglishNotes:This training will be conducted via a ZOOM webinar. Please make sure you download the ZOOM software or application to your device before the session. • We recommend that you use a desktop, laptop or tablet for the best training experience. • Late arrivals will not be permitted to join the session and the session 2 ½ hours in length. • Due to the sensitive nature of the material being discussed no one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the session. Please do not have any minors present with you during the session. • You are required to remain visible on camera during the entire session, engaged, and participate. Participants who appear to be working or generally distracted throughout the session will not be permitted to continue and will not receive credit for attending. Driving is strictly prohibited and cause for removal.
Welcome to your New Baby!
Congratulations!
We would love to help walk you through the Baptism process. Please call the Rectory at 610-399-6936, and we will get you started with the information you need.
St. Max School News & Events
St. Max PREP News & Events
St. Max KOLBE CLUB
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Daytrip Itinerary:
10:00am Depart St. Maximilian Kolbe Church via deluxe motor coach
11:30am Arrive in Lancaster at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
1:00pm This official Elvis Presley bio-musical takes a closer look at the rock star and cultural icon whose impact shaped the history of music and culture. ELVIS: A Musical Revolution spans from his childhood in Tupelo, Mississippi to his triumphant 1968 “Comeback Special” and his ascent to be “The King”. It features iconic hits including, “All Shook Up”, “Heartbreak Hotel”, Burning Love”, Good Rockin’ Tonight”, “Hound Dog”, “Don’t Be Cruel”, “Jailhouse Rock”, “Are You Lonesome”, and “Blue Suede Shoes”.
3:15pm Depart from Theatre
4:45pm Approx. Return to St. Maximilian Kolbe
$142.00 per person
Please make check payable to: St. Maximilian Kolbe Church and remit with coupon
TO: Kolbe Club @ St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 15 East Pleasant Grove Road, West Chester, PA 19382
Price is Based on a Minimum of 35 Passengers and payment is due by May 1, 2023..
Outreach Opportunities
If you would like to help or for more information about this parish outreach please contact Tom Oulahan at stmaxsafeharbor@yahoo.com or (610) 937-0791.
May 2023 -
ST AGNES DAY ROOM MEAL PREPARATION
May Sign Up for substitute cooks to prepare lunch for St Agnes. We feed as many as 150 people each weekday!
Please Use the QR Code to Sign-up
CARING FOR FRIENDS IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS - CAN YOU HELP?
Please click on the flyer below
Archdiocesan News & Events
Fri, June 9th, 7-9PM
Event: A Night of Love and Laughter - A Living Bridges Fundraiser
Enjoy a night of comedy, music, and heartwarming stories to benefit the Living Bridges ministry, including Camp Guadalupe. Donations will send needy children to camp and provide retreats and spiritual support for Catholic priests, families, fathers & sons, and women in 2023 and beyond. All ages are welcome! There will be pizza, wine, water ice, and games for the children. Come join the fun! Tickets are $10 individual/ $20 family registration at livingbridges.org
More information: Visit the website to learn more and to register: staff@livingbridges.org
2nd Monday of each Month @ 7:00 pm on June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11
Event: SoulCore Live Classes
SoulCore is an invitation to integrate body & soul in prayer, fully orienting the heart & mind toward Christ, while discovering the beauty of the Rosary. Join Nicky Verna, SoulCore leader for these free classes. No fitness or Rosary experience necessary. These classes offer a beautiful way to incorporate simple, functional movements with the prayers of Rosary... an invitational way to elevate the heart, mind and body towards God, together with Our Lady Who always brings us to Her Son. Please dress comfortably and bring an exercise mat and water.
Location: Malvern Retreat House; St. Joseph's Library, 315 S. Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
More Information: Nicky Verna, SoulCore Leader; nicky@soulcore.com or 610-639-3816. Visit www.soulcorephilly.com . Classes are FREE to join and all are welcome!
Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 10:00 AM
Event: Mass in support of those suffering from addiction.
Addiction has touched far too many families and taken far too many of our loved ones. Join us so that we may draw strength from one another in the power of our faith.
Location: Sacred Heart Church, 838 Walnut St., Royersford PA 19468
Saturday, June 24 at 8:15am (Mass at 7:30am)
Event: Biking for Babies Philadelphia Ride
Hop on your bike and ride with Biking for Babies in order to raise awareness and financial support for local pregnancy resource centers and the women and families served by them. Whether you're new to biking, or an experienced cyclist, you'll find a route that's suitable for you. Participants of all ages are welcome. No more than 150 participants will be admitted - so don't wait to sign up!
Location: Mass, Speaker, and ride starting point: Ss. Philip and James Catholic Church, 107 North Ship Road, Exton, PA 19341
More info: Click here for more info
July 10-13, 2023 - 9am-3pm
Event: Cantate Domino, Children's Choir Camp
This camp is open to all boys and girls throughout the Archdiocese, ages 7-15. Our camp provides a unique musical experience, which includes an introduction to sacred repertoire, vocal breathing techniques, vowel formation, choral tone, sight singing and music theory. In our inaugural year, our Cantate Domino Choir camp had 52 choristers from all over the Archdiocese. Don’t miss this amazing experience!
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: Click here for the webpage
Connect with Other Caregivers.
Conversations and faith-sharing amongst caregivers. Just what the doctor ordered!
New Expanded Times:
WEEKLY - Every Tuesday Morning -11 am ET/ 10 CT/ 8 PT
MONTHLY - 2nd & 4th Thursday Evening -8 pm ET/ 7 CT/ 5 PT
The Conference is taking place in Indianapolis Indiana July 17th - 24th.
Various dates in 2023
Event: Training Workshops for Extraordinary Ministers, Lectors and Altar Servers
The Eucharistic Revival is a grace-filled time for all of us to rediscover the beauty and reverence that we are called to demonstrate in our liturgical ministries. Our Archdiocesan Office for Divine Worship offers training workshop for liturgical ministers, including extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Altar Servers and more. Please consider attending a workshop!
Location: Various locations in the Archdiocese
More info: https://www.odwphiladelphia.org/workshops/
Use this Zoom link to join each Monday: https://zoom.us/s/494480541
More Info: Sponsored by the Pontifical Missions Societies (phillymissions.org)
Monday Evenings, 8PM
Virtual World Mission Rosary
Join hundreds of people throughout the Archdiocese who have regularly been praying the ROSARY LIVE! United in this most powerful prayer, we ask for the miraculous intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary to hear our intentions and renew our Catholic faith as we pray in unity for our brothers and sisters in mission lands world-wide. On Mission Mondays, we pray the World Mission Rosary, created by Venerable Fulton Sheen, in which we offer each decade for one of five Mission areas, including the US.
Save the date! The Philadelphia March for Life & Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower will be held Saturday, June 24th. More details to come.
Retreat & Speaker Opportunities
7-Day Directed Silent Retreat
In sustained stillness, silt has time to settle and the water becomes clear. Rest can mend the tired mind and weary bones. Like Elijah, you can at last hear God in the still, small whisper. Knowing that others are around you, also in silence, provides a sustaining community.
You are invited to a week-long, silent retreat. A daily session with a spiritual director and meals are provided. You will have access to Cranaleith’s lovely campus; no other programs will be held during this week.
The retreat begins Friday, June 16, with dinner, and ends after breakfast on Friday, June 23.
Weekend of June 9 - 11, 2023
Event: Retreat "Apostolic Faith in Challenging Times".
Event: Retreat "Apostolic Faith in Challenging Times".
Malvern Retreat House, in conjunction with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Charismatic Renewal, will be presenting a powerful weekend with Dr. Ralph Martin, President of Renewed Ministries, professor and author and Dr. Mary Healy, Professor of Scripture, author and international speaker. Some topics include Living as Catholics in Challenging Times, Our Response to the Challenges, Walking in the Supernatural, and Chosen from Eternity to Live This Moment in Time. Cost covers all amenities with Mass, Adoration, Healing Service, and personal time for prayer included. Register early. This is expected to be a sold-out retreat.
Register at http://www.malvernretreat.com or call 610 - 644 - 0400
Virtual option available ($75)
Location: Malvern Retreat House 315 S. Warren Ave., Malvern, PA 19355
More Information: Click on flyer or visit http://www.phillyspirit.com
Register at http://www.malvernretreat.com or call 610 - 644 - 0400
Virtual option available ($75)
Location: Malvern Retreat House 315 S. Warren Ave., Malvern, PA 19355
More Information: Click on flyer or visit http://www.phillyspirit.com
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