Baptism
Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday at 12:45 pm. Please call the Parish Office to register for the Baptism. Pre-Jordan classes required for parents and optional for godparents are offered the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center unless otherwise noted in the bulletin. Please call the parish office at 215-721-0199 to register for Pre-Jordan. Baptisms are limited to four children per Sunday. Letters of eligibility are due at the Parish Office before a date can be given for Baptism.
Contact: Cheryl or Elizabeth at the Parish Center 215-721-0199
Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Penance frees us from our sins and challenges us to have compassion and forgiveness for those who sin against us. In confession, we have the opportunity to repent and recover the grace of friendship with God. It is a holy moment in which we place ourselves in his presence and honestly acknowledge our sins, especially mortal sins. With absolution, we are reconciled to God and the Church.
This Sacrament is customarily received for the first time in second grade. Under special circumstances, it can be received later. For more information on our Parish Religious Education Process for children, please go to https://stmariagoretti.net/prep/
Confession is available in church on Saturdays from 3 – 4 pm or any time upon request.
Call the Parish Office 215-721-0199
Eucharist
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. We receive the very Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ in Holy Communion. Everything in Christian life flows from the Eucharist and flows back to it. It is in the act of worship at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass that we receive the Eucharist.
This Sacrament is customarily received for the first time in second grade. Under special circumstances, it can be received later. For more information on our Parish Religious Education Process for children, please go to
https://stmariagoretti.net/prep/
Confirmation
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is “sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit” and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ. Confirmation deepens the baptismal life that calls us to be missionary witnesses of Jesus Christ in our families, neighborhoods, society, and the world.
This Sacrament is customarily received in 7th grade. Under special circumstances, it can be received later. For more information on our Parish Religious Education Process for children, please go to
https://stmariagoretti.net/prep/
Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, which expresses a relationship between persons. The marriage covenant is a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God. The celebration of marriage is also a liturgical act, appropriately held in a public liturgy at church. Catholics are urged to celebrate their marriage within the Eucharistic Liturgy.
Arrangements must be made with a priest at least six months in advance. You must speak to a priest before making arrangements for a reception venue to be sure the date is available at the church. Pre-Cana classes are required for all couples.
Contact: Cheryl at the Parish Center 215-721-0199 to schedule an appointment with a priest.
Holy Orders
Ordination to the priesthood is always a call and a gift from God to serve God, his church, and his people, joyfully bringing Christ to others.
Deacons, upon whom hands are imposed “not unto the priesthood, but unto a ministry of service” work with the bishop and priests by serving in the diaconate of the liturgy, of the word, and of charity to the people of God.
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a priest or deacon encourage him to pray about it and
contact Father Chung at 215-721-0199
Anointing of the Sick
In the Church’s Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, through the ministry of the priest, it is Jesus who touches the sick to heal them from sin – and sometimes even from physical ailment. The Rite of Anointing tells us there is no need to wait until a person is at the point of death to receive the Sacrament. A careful judgment about the serious nature of the illness is sufficient.
Arrangements can be made by calling Cheryl at the Parish Office 215-721-0199
Funerals
Our parish family is here to help you in this time of grief. We know that planning a funeral can be overwhelming, so we will partner with the funeral home that you choose to ease this burden. To begin planning a funeral at St. Maria Goretti Parish, contact a funeral home. Someone on our staff will contact you to set up a meeting in the Parish Office to plan the funeral Liturgy.
Contact: Cheryl at the Parish Center 215-721-0199
Sacraments of Initiation for Adults (oCIA)
Are you or perhaps someone you know seeking Baptism or full Communion with the Catholic Church? Please accept our invitation to discern God’s call to full membership in the Catholic Church through the RCIA Ministry. Adults interested in full participation in the Church and learning more about Jesus, Sacred Scripture, the Sacraments, Prayer and much more are openly welcome faith formation sessions held weekly at 6:30pm in the Parish Center.
oCIA Volunteer Opportunities
- Parish Sponsor – Parishioners needed to serve as a parish sponsor who will help those in RCIA as a mentor. Could include accompanying to Mass, possible questions, etc. Not the same as a Godparent, although it could develop into that role.
- Guest Speaker – Parishioners needed to attend a faith formation session and discuss either a ministry they are involved in or relate a conversion story or any other topic that would help someone discerning coming into full Communion with the Catholic Church.
- Instructor – Looking for one-time or occasional instructors to lead a discussion on a faith related topic during a weekly formation session. Topic and research material can be provided or obtained on your own.
- Hospitality – Volunteer to set-up refreshments at Wednesday faith formation sessions.
For more information please contact Deacon Vondercrone at the Parish Center at 215-721-0199.