Served By:Rev. David A. Fernandes, Pastor

Rev. Michael J. Lonergan, Pastor Emeritus, (Former St. Elizabeth Ann Seton)

Deacon John J. Gallagher

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Established July 1, 2014Joining The Parishes of

St. Thomas Aquinas (1922-2014)& St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (1976-2014)

ST. THOMAS601 Bristol Pike

Croydon, PA 19021

MASS SCHEDULESaturday Vigil: 4:30 PM

Sundays: 11:00 AM (St. Thomas)and 9:00 AM (Seton)

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM (Chapel at 126 Walnut Ave.)

Holydays: 8:30 AM, 12 noonAND 7:00 PM(St. Thomas)

SETON1200 Park Ave.

Bensalem, PA 19020

PARISH OFFICE121 Belmont Ave.

Croydon, PA 19021215-788-2989

Fax: 215-788-7626Email: sta712014@gmail.com

Website: www.staq.orgtwitter@staq_church

CONFESSIONSCHEDULE

Saturday: 3:30-4:00 PM (St. Thomas)

MARRIAGESBy Diocesan policy, a six month advance notice is required to allow suffi cient time for the necessary marriagepaper work and preparation. Deacons are permitted to witness marriages which are not celebrated during Mass.

BAPTISMSFirst and Third Sundays of the month after 11:00 AM Mass. Attendance at Pre-Jordan class, on the 3rd Tuesday each month at 7:30PM, in the Cares Meeting Room (enter by rear door) at 121 Belmont Avenue, is a requirement.You must pre-register by calling the Parish Offi ce at (215)788-2989.

PARISH MEMBERSHIPIn order to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, Confi rmation and Matrimony, and/or to receive a Letter of Eligibility to be a Godparent or Sponsor it is necessary for you to be registered in our parish and practice the Catholic Faith. Contact the Parish Offi ce as soon as you move into our parish to schedule a registration meeting. Please call the Parish Offi ce if you move, or change your address or phone number.

PARISH DEVOTIONSMiraculous Medal Novena: Saturdays after 9:00 AM Mass (Chapel)Rosary: Weekdays before 8:30 AM Mass (Chapel) and Sundays before each MassChristian Prayer: Monday-Saturday before 8:30 AM MassAdoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Mondays 9:00 AM -3:30PM with Benediction at 3:30 PM (Chapel)

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Sunday November 29, 2015 9:00 AM Marino Quime req by Consuelo Uban 11:00 AM Delbert Brander Jr req by Jerry & Linda Carmen Monday November 30, 2015 8:30 AM Angela Lerch req by Jaime Roth Tuesday December 1, 2015 8:30 AM Eleanor Barats req by Her Friends Wednesday December 2, 2015 8:30 AM Joan Carmody req by Tom Thursday December 3, 2015 8:30 AM Eleanor Barats req by Her Friends Friday December 4, 2015 8:30 AM Frank Carragher req by The Ruch Family Saturday December 5, 2015 4:30 PM Marie McKendry req by Edel Callery Sunday December 6, 2015 9:00 AM June Gartner req by Edel Callery 11:00 AM Anthony Sotille Jr req by Sue Termyna

Weekend Offerings

11/14 4:30 PM $2,395.00 11/15 9:00 AM $2,241.00 11/15 11:00 AM $2,009.00 Mail Ins $ 260.00 Debt Reduction $ 233.00 Other Collections (Parish) $ 0.00 Other Collections (Archdiocese) $ 0.00 Candles $ 29.00 Poor Box $ 23.00

TOTAL for Parish for November 15, 2015 $7,190.00 TOTAL for Other Collections (Archdiocesan) $0.00

Thank you for your generosity. May the Lord bless you.

December 5, 2015 4:30 PM C San Juan & N San Juan

December 6, 2015 9:00 AM T Marion & A Ditzler 11:00 AM W Scenna & R Dalessandro

Extraordinary Ministers

December 5, 2015

4:30 PM J Wallover & T Litz

December 6, 2015 9:00 AM R Daubert & J Vaughan 11:00 AM T Berna & R Powers

December 5, 2015

4:30 PM Caleigh Brogan, Meghan Brogan Juliana Ricci

December 6, 2015 11:00 PM Erin Moyer, Kelly Moyer, Bailey McCormick

Sunday Scriptures December 6, 2015

Reading I: Baruch 5:1-9 (6C) Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6 Reading II: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 Gospel: Luke 3:1-6

November 29, 2015

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November 29, 2015

Remember In Your Prayers Our men and women in the military: Many of our parishioners have family members serving in dangerous assignments around the world. Please keep them in your prayers. Our Sick: Jack Gallagher, Georgetta Kelly, Eileen Frommeyer, Tony DiTommaso, Florence Middleton, Helen Wolfgang, Agnes Meek, Elizabeth & Bill Kane, Eileen Brown, Marcella Ghost, Dan DiTommaso, Duncan Lewis, Kathleen Coya, Robert Wyatt, Mark Buss, John Tobar, Margaret McGrory, Gail Kotlarek, Leila Jensen, John Gilbert, Joseph Clayton, Stephanie Burris, Noden Masisak, Jean Hennessey and all their relatives and friends. Our Deceased: All the deceased members of our parish and their relatives and friends.

The Season of Advent begins Sunday, November 29, 2015

Our Confession Schedule beginning Monday, November 30th

will be as follows:

Saturdays, from 3:30—4:00 PM and

Monday Evenings 7:00—7:30 PM

Sacrament of Penance Examination of Conscience

In the Sacrament of Penance the Faithful who confess their sins to a Priest, are sorry for those sins and have a purpose of amendment, receive from God, through the absolution given by that Priest, forgiveness of sins they have committed after Baptism, and at the same time they are reconciled with the Church, which by sinning they wounded. (Canon 959) Act of Contrition: O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because I dread the loss of Heaven and fear the pains of hell, but most of all, because they offend Thee, my God, who art all good and worthy of all my love. I firmly intend with the help of Thy grace to confess my sins, to do penance and to amend my life. AMEN

Examination of Conscience

1. “I am the Lord, thy God, thou shalt not have strange gods before Me.” Have I sinned against Religion by seriously believing in New Age, Scientology, Astrology, Horoscopes, Fortune-telling, Superstition or engaging in the Occult? Did I endanger my Catholic Faith or cause scandal by associating with anti-Catholic groups & associations (e.g., the Freemasons)? Have fame, fortune, money, career, pleasure, etc replaced God as my highest priority? Have I neglected my daily pray-ers? 2. “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.” Have I committed blasphemy by using the name of God and Jesus Christ to swear rather than to praise? Have I committed sacrilege by showing disrespect to holy objects (crucifix, rosary) or contempt for religious persons (bishop, priests, deacons, women religious) or for sacred places (in Church). Have I committed sacrilege by going to Holy Communion in the state of mortal sin without first going to confession e.g., after missing Mass on Sunday or a Holyday? Did I violate the one-hour fast before Communion? Did I break the laws of fast and abstinence during Lent? Did I neglect my Easter duty to receive Holy Communion at least once? Have I neglected to support the Church and the poor by sharing my time, talent and treasure?

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November 29, 2015

Bucks County Scottish American Society

Christmas Ceilidh will be held on

Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 2:00 PM

in Father Crehan Hall Dinner

Music by Charlie Zahm and Caledonian Highland Dancers

Advance tickets are $25.00 per person or $30.00 at the door

Contact Pam Hynd at (267) 770-1131 Please join us on Sunday, December 13, 2015 for our Church Breakfast in Father Crehan Hall from 8:00 to 11:30 AM. Cost is $5.00 per person. The next Pre-Jordan Class will be on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 7:30 PM in the Parish Meeting Room. Parents and Godparents must attend. For questions or to confirm attendance, please contact the Parish Office at (215) 788-2989. The STA Conference of St Vincent de Paul Society will hold their general meeting on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM in Father Crehan Hall. New members are welcome! Please arrive at 6:30 PM for a brief orientation. For information, contact the Parish Office at (215) 788-2989. Separated/Divorced Support Group will meet on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Parish Meeting Room. For information, contact Peg Duffy at (215) 788-1947. The Sunday Social will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at 12 Noon in the Church Hall. If you would like to donate baked goods, please contact Connie Lom-bardo at (215) 781-2318. The STA Seniors meet every Thursday at 9:00 AM in Father Crehan Hall. New members are welcome. For more information, please contact Joe Cochran at (215) 788-1019.

The Ladies of the Knights of Columbus will hold their General Meeting on Monday, November 30, 2015 at 6:30 PM at King George. Please contact Marie Kelly at (215) 788-3331 for any questions. Women’s Book & Bible Study. It is always exciting to share good news. All women are invited to come and see. You may be new to the Bible, a seasoned student of scripture, or anywhere in-between. We welcome YOU! Our desire is to grasp God’s love and rest in it so completely, that we develop a deeper, more intimate relationship with Him. We meet every other Thursday at 7:00 PM in the Parish Meeting Room. The scheduled meetings for December are December 3rd, December 17th and December 31st. You are welcome to join the study at any time. Contact Nancy Adams at (267) 987-4534 or Jaime Roth at (215) 817-2821 for more information. Our Miniature Craft Group, the “Wee Builders Club of STA”, will be meeting on Saturday December 5, 2015 at 2:00 PM in the Church Hall. All are welcome! Questions: Contact Maureen Fenton at (215) 458-8289.

PLEASE NOTE DATE AND TIME CHANGE There will be a meeting of the Pastoral and Finance Councils on Monday, December 7, 2015 AT 7:30 PM in Father Crehan Hall. The Prayer Shawl Ministry is a combination of prayers and knitting (or crocheting) for the ministry of others. We strive to bring God’s love to folks in need through the comfort and warmth of our handmade shawls. It doesn’t matter what your skill is, everyone is welcome! Our next meeting will be held on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Parish Meeting Room. Bring your 10” knitting needles (size 8, 9 or 10) and we’ll knit while we talk. If you cannot attend the meeting but would like to make shawls for our ministry, please contact Eileen Brown at (215) 785-6132.

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The Seton Hall Seniors will be sponsoring the following trips: Sands Casino (Tony Orlando) Dec 10, 2015 Sight & Sound (Samson) May 2016

For further information, please contact Jack Kelly at (215) 639-8708 or Joyce Lenahan (215) 826-9126.

The SETON Hall Seniors meet every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in Father Crehan Hall. New members are welcome. For more information, please contact Sue at (215) 264-7857. The Knights of Columbus Council 4765 will be hosting a Rosary Prayer Time on January 31, 2016 and May 29, 2016 after the 11:00 AM Mass. For additional information, you may contact Wayne Freer at (215) 266-6423. Who are The Knights of Columbus? We are a group of Catholic men founded on the basis of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. We were founded in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney. The main reason we were established was to financially support members’ families that fell into poverty due to the loss of the family bread winner. We still do this but today we do so much more. We support the church by being Lectors, Ushers, and Extraordinary Ministers. In addition, we help the Parish by teaching PREP classes and supporting the RCIA program. We continue to help and support our community through the Croydon Civic Association as well as the St. Vincent de Paul Society, which is doing a lot of good for those in need. My point is we are here, and we want to do some good for this Parish and everyone around us. Want to learn more...please contact Al Scheck at (215) 788-6509.

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas” The “Giving Tree” is available for all

parishioners to take an ornament (or two) from November 6th to December 13, 2015

Gift Cards may be placed in the baskets or dropped off at the Parish Office

Please help us make another family’s Christmas brighter!

Especially the children If you know of a family or someone who is in

need of some help this holiday, please put their name and telephone number

in a sealed envelope, label it “Christmas Confidential”

and place it in the collection basket or drop it off at the Parish Office

Our parish families will be our first consideration For additional information

contact the Parish Office at (215) 788-2989. All calls are confidential.

In a continuing expression of Pope Francis’ call for community service

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish will hold a

Community Unity Holiday Dinner sponsored by The Knights of Columbus

on Saturday, December 5, 2015 from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

in Father Crehan Hall Free to all!

Donations will be accepted Volunteers are needed

For information contact the Parish Office at (215) 788-2989

or Mark at (215) 208-2997

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Archbishop Wood High School Performing Arts Department presents “Mary Poppins” on December 4 and 5 at 7:30 PM and December 6 at 2:00 PM. For information contact abwtickets@gmail.com Father Judge Parents Association will hold an Indoor Flea Market in the school cafeteria on Saturday, December 5, 2015 from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia is offering Advent Evenings of Prayer and Reflection on December 8th, 15th and 22nd from 7—9 PM. Come and join us as we prepare for the greater coming of Jesus into our hearts, our families, and our world during this Advent. The presenter is Sr. Theresa Ahern, MSBT. Free Will Offering. Please phone or e-mail to register at least 4 days prior to each program. Christmas Bake Sale and Bazaar at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 2026 Bath Road, Bristol, PA 19007 at the Church Hall on Saturday, December 12, 2015 from 9:00 AM to Noon. Poppy seed and Nut rolls $12.00 each, Assorted cookies, cakes and pies, Christmas Gift Baskets, Plants and Gift items. Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia is offering a one day retreat Our Lady of Guadalupe: Star of the New Evangelization on Saturday, December 12, 2015 from 9:00 AM—2:00 PM. Beloved in Mexico, Our Lady of Guadalupe is today acclaimed as the mother of the new humanity. St John Paul II has called her the “Mother of America.” She came at the beginning of this ‘new world’ we know as America to listen, to protect, to embrace us as a loving mother. Come and join Sr. Maria Lauren Donohue, MSBT, our Presenter, and learn why she is considered the Star of the New Evangelization, the meaning of the symbols on her image, and the impact she has had and continues to have on our continent. Fee is $25.00 (includes a $10 non-refundable deposit). Noon lunch is included in cost. Please register by December 2nd for the program. Please call (267) 350-1830 for more information or to register. St Clement Church, Johnstown, PA is selling tickets to win a Super Bowl 50 Package for 2 or $10,000 CASH! Package includes two Super Bowl Tickets, three nights lodging, $1,500 travel cash, admission to pre-game party, Super Bowl memorabilia and transports to and from the stadium. Winning number is determined by the 1st Pick 4 PA Lottery (1st Pick 4—7 PM). Drawing on January 1, 2016. Donation is $10. For tickets, contact Dave Pavlik at (814) 243-9446 or the St. Clement Office at (814) 255-4422 or email sccfund-rzr@atlanticbbn.net.

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