We now can communicate to everyone via the service Flocknotes! This will help us keep in touch with everyone via email and text. In addition to general information, you will also be able to subscribe to certain groups so you can get the latest information and updates from those groups. And no – we will … Read more
Poverty comes in many forms. It isn’t just financial. Trust me, as a priest I find that some of the poorest people I’ve met in my journey have had the largest bank accounts and the weakest spirituality. The love of things that will pass often drive people to insanity as they chase the elusive dream of happiness … Read more
Palm Sunday Sunday, March 24th, 2024 – Regular Mass times with 7:30am Blessing of Palms and Palm Procession with Donkey at 9:30am Holy Thursday Thursday, March 28th – at 6:30pm Good Friday Friday, March 29th – at 3:00pm The Great Vigil of Easter Saturday, March 30th, 2024 – at 8:00pm Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of … Read more
Such were little Billy Murphy’s thoughts every year, as he walked home from grade school, forehead freshly ashed up by Father Griffin (small dot cross), or by Monsignor Corrigan (big thick cross going all the way down to the bridge of the nose!). Lent in the Murphy household meant Rice Bowl Wednesdays with grilled cheese … Read more
Get ready for a summer of fun and learning! Registration for the Saint Miriam School’s 2024 Summer Camp is now open! This year, our weekly themes are: We will have weekly water play and mark your calendars for an all-school picnic on August 14th with a special guest visitor to be announced! This summer camp … Read more
Join us for the Blessing of Throats and Candles. The Blessing will be given after all masses at 7:30am and 9:30am.
This year we are offering two special Valentine’s Day Baskets! Proceeds from both baskets benefit the school athletic program’s equipment including: a spring board; balls; balance beam; wedge; and wagon! $5/ Ticket or 3 for $10!Tickets are good for both baskets. Bid on your favorite or both!
Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It’s a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection at Easter. During Lent, we seek to Lord in prayer; we serve by giving to the church to support her mission; and we … Read more
Join us at Saint Miriam for Ash Wednesday on February 14, 2024! We will have a 30-minute service at 12:15pm and a 6:30pm Mass. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there!
This creative liturgy invites you to walk “the way of sorrows” to the cross, but through the eyes and experiences of one of Jesus’ closest disciples, Peter! As a nod to the “Stations of the Cross,” this liturgy highlights Peter’s role in the crucifixion narrative and entwines spoken word, prayer, congregation participation, reflection and music … Read more
We will begin with the Early Mass at 7:30am with Palm Blessing. Then, at 9:30am we will have our Morning Mass with Palm Procession and Donkeys!
We are looking for an accompanist/organist for our parish community. The position would require fluidity between organ and piano and a monthly rehearsal for the music team. The position provides music for (2) of our Sunday Masses each week, as we as the occasional wedding and funeral. This position works with our Cantors and reports … Read more
Every day we realize that God’s Grace is abundant. We also know that the work of our hands help heal others. At Saint Miriam, we use our hands and feet to do good work. Like welcoming children to our school with scholarships to provide quality educational opportunities. Healing those experiencing homeless. As well as welcoming … Read more
The world has changed so profoundly since the pandemic and we must ask, “is there Christianity after Religion?” At Saint Miriam, we aren’t scared of change and are willing to become what God wants, and what people need! So, this year, we have chosen a theme to build us into a stronger community and help … Read more
On my way to the parish this morning I saw a Christmas Tree on the back of an old pickup truck. I know, you probably saw many, too, over the past few weeks, but since this is almost mid-January, I knew in my heart it was being discarded, not being brought on a journey home … Read more
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia recently issued a document entitled, “The Obligations of the Faithful.” This document is meant to guide those who adhere to their teachings for the coming Christmas obligations because, as you are aware, it falls on a Sunday. Partly it reads, “The faithful are bound to observe the obligation of Holy Mass … Read more
We know it’s been a tough year in so many ways. The recovery from the pandemic, financial strains, worrying about our kids, and the conflicts around the world; even the holidays can be hard for many who have suffered a loss. But, finally, a new day is dawning for something so longed for: Peace & … Read more
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” —Winnie the Pooh Leave it to Winnie the Pooh to say something so simply and so wisely! Here we are entering into the Second Week of Advent—rushing, it seems, towards Christmas. We’re busy about so many things: Christmas shopping, decorating, office parties, … Read more
Like St. Francis, I have always loved the Holy Season of Advent, but this year Advent has an even deeper meaning for me, as I grieve my mom and try to manage the chaos and pressures of our world to stay joyful for my children. Just a few months ago, as we welcomed our third … Read more
Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, The Octave Day of Christmas & The Annual Raymond Leight, Jr. Award for Sacrificial Giving Honored on December 31st at the 9:30 Morning Mass(There will be no Mass at 11:00am on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day) Mass Schedule for December 31st will be:7:30am9:30am