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SSJ will be hosting the Rosary Campaign for an End to the Coronavirus June 19 and June 25 at 8 p.m. PLEASE CLICK THE LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION. We hope you can join us!

We will be praying the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the end of the Rosary for the intention of peace and healing from the wound of racism and all assaults against the dignity of the human person. CLICK THE LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION.

It is during these months that we depend the most on online giving to continue our ministry. We prayerfully invite you to use eGiving from your computer, smartphone or tablet to set up a recurring donation or make a one-time gift to our church. How eGiving benefits you and SSJ: • Consistent giving and community support • Convenience of giving from home or any location • Cost-effective and better for the environment Please consider making a recurring or one-time donation today. It’s easy to get started! Sign up today by visiting https://simonandjude.org/ways-to-give Thank you for your support!

Congratulations Deacon Jerry Cassidy on your ordination today (June 13, 2020)!! We are proud and happy for you! Click the link to view some pictures from this special event.

Live Streaming Do you like to use a camera? Or know someone who does? Would you like to get some experience or learn more about live streaming events? Help is needed with live streaming events from Simon and Jude. If you would like more information please contact Marty at email@simonandjude.org with live stream in the subject line. Training is provided.

Archbishop Pérez invites the faithful throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to respond to the recent events of unrest in our City and throughout the United States with intentional prayer for healing and peace. The Archbishop stated that Racial hatred has no place in our world, including here in the United States, or in the hearts of people. Every life is a precious gift from God. Racism is a mortal sin and an attack on that gift. All of us share a responsibility to bring an end to this evil and to do so in a way that seeks justice and peace. The perpetual cycle of pain and anguish must end. (May 29, 2020). PLEASE CLICK THE LINK FOR PRAYERS OF PEACE!

Do you attend the 6:00 p.m. Contempoary Mass? Would you be able to come a bit early and help with ushering? We need people to help seat people and just be present to offer a welcoming smile. Serve once a month or when you are able. For more information please contact Ken at kenkelly4@verizon.net with Usher in the subject line. Your help is greatly appreciated!!

To the Glory of God, the good of our neighbor, and the salvation of our souls, we at Simon and Jude Parish look forward to welcoming you back! In order to do so, we need to adjust a few things and all of us need to do our part to make sure that our return to Mass is a peaceful and safe experience for all. Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus as we make our way back to the in-person celebration of the Mass. CLICK THE LINK to review the guidelines on returning to Mass.

We are happy to announce that we have set a date for Confirmation in the FALL. We will welcome Bishop Edward M. Deliman to our parish on Saturday, November 7th for a 10:00 am Mass and a 2:00 pm Mass. We hope and pray that we will have an uplifting and inspiring Liturgical experience for our Confirmation candidates and their sponsors, parents, teachers, families, and our entire parish. Thank you for your prayerful support!

Archbishop Perez and other faith leaders in the region called on all to join in efforts that lead from polarization to a unity of purpose, and to deescalate tensions and begin healing. Read Archbishop Perez's statement here and Read the Religious Leadership Council of Philadelphia statement here. Read the USCCB Bishops letter here. Please continue to pray with us for peace and justice along with an end to Covid-19.

AmazonSmile customers can now support SS Simon Jude Church & School in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations. Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings' Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process If you do not have the latest version of the Amazon Shopping app, update your app. Click the above link for instructions.

Please click the link to be directed to our on-line PREP Re-Registration form for the 2020/2021 school year. This link is for RE-REGISTRATION ONLY. If you have any questions, please call the PREP office at 610-692-3118, or email sbarbarajude@simonandjude.org or Mary Conway, Administrative Assistant at mconway@simonandjude.org. Thank you!

Please click the link to be directed to the PREP Registration forms for the 2020/2021 school year. This link is for NEW FAMILIES ONLY. If you have any questions, please call the PREP office at 610-692-3118, or email sbarbarajude@simonandjude.org or Mary Conway, Administrative Assistant at mconway@simonandjude.org. Thank you!

Into the Breach is a call to battle for Catholic men which urges them to embrace wholeheartedly masculine virtues in a world in crisis. Inspired by the Apostolic Exhortation for Catholic men written by Bishop Olmsted of Phoenix, the Knights of Columbus produced a video series which seeks to answer the question of what it means to be a man and how to live as a man in today's world. Click the link for more information!

IF you are able, we respectfully ask you to continue to support this parish. We understand there are many who, due to circumstances beyond their control, can no longer support SSJ, but for those that can we invite you to mail your envelopes, drop them in the mail slot at the Rectory Office, or donate electronically. (To begin donating electronically, click here or on the button above. We are most grateful for your sacrifice, support and prayers. We will continue to pray for you and for an end to the coronavirus. Know that we are here for you if you need us!

If you are in need of assistance with food, rent or utilities, HOPE ministry may be able to help. Please call 610-787-1721 for assistance.

We need your help to support our local heroes! Our Home & School Association is collecting donations in order to provide a catered meal to medical staff at Paoli Hospital. During this time medical professionals are risking their lives to help others battle the COVID-19 crisis. Our goal is to support and delight those on the front lines. We are thrilled to partner with High Street Café for catering, and will follow food donation guidelines outlined by Paoli Hospital. We realize these are difficult times for everyone, and appreciate anything you can offer. The following link to donate will be live 4/7-4/13: CLINK THE LINK ABOVE TO DIRECT YOU TO OUR PAYPAL PAYMENT LINK. THANK Y0U FOR ALL YOU DO!!

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Series begins at 7:00 pm. Learn about the churches teaching about the sacrament of Reconciliation and time-tested tools and advice to make your experience of Confession a life-changing encounter with God’s healing mercy. By looking at God's revelation of His mercy in Scripture and making a step-by-step examination of the rite itself, Forgiven communicates God's invitation to each one of us to come experience His indescribable love in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. CLICK the link to watch the 2 minute trailer.

Session is Thursday, March 12, 2020 In the Meehan Center. Sign in at 5:45 pm Registration is a must! Please go to www.virtusonline.org or call 215-587-2466. Volunteers are needed for this training session. For more information please contact Candy in the rectory office at 610.696.3624. Additional Classes held Thursday, April 16 at 1:00 ~ Sign in 12:45 pm and Thursday, May 14 at 6:00 ~ Sign in 5:45 pm.