NEWS AND EVENTS

First Friday First Saturday Night of Reparation

The First Friday First Saturday Night of Reparation will be held in our church on Friday November 7th beginning at 7pm with Confessions and the Rosary. Mass in honor of the Sacred Heart will begin at 8:30 followed by consecration prayers and the 9 Offices of the Angels. Don't miss this opportunity to honor Jesus in reparation for offenses against His Sacred Heart.

Notices

Ushers Ministry
Ushers are essential to creating a welcoming and peaceful environment during Mass. They greet parishioners, assist with seating, take up the collection, distribute bulletins, and help maintain order throughout the service. This ministry is a wonderful way to serve the Church, meet new people, and contribute to the spiritual life of our parish. If you are looking for a meaningful way to get involved, consider joining the usher team. Your presence can make a difference! If you are interested in joining, please call or text Michael Arment at (215) 470-2050 or contact the rectory.

Presentation of the Gifts at Mass
We invite families, couples, and individuals to participate in the Offertory by bringing up the gifts during Mass. If you are interested, please sign up in the vestibule or speak with an usher before Mass. This is a beautiful way to be involved in the liturgy!

Assumption B.V.M. 75th Anniversary Mary Plaque for Sale
For 75 years our parish has been known and loved as Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary. This plaque is to honor that title of our Blessed Mother. The cost is $25.00. To order contact Rosemarie or Bill McCafferty. Home: 215-355-9017 or Cell: 215-801-6090.

Assumption B.V.M. 75th Anniversary T-Shirts and Polo Shirts for Sale
In stock T-Shirts ($15) and Polo/Golf Shirt ($25) in sizes small, medium, large, XL. For purchase or questions please contact Megan Korimsak at the PREP office at 215-357-3445.

E-Giving and Raise Right
As explained in the Finance Council update delivered at all the Masses on the weekend of June 6th and 7th, it would really benefit the Parish if all Parishioners would consider switching to E-Giving and signing up for the Raise Right Program. If you are interested in how to do that, please contact the Finance Council by way of an email addressed to the Parish email address info.abvm@gmail.com along with the following information:

Attn: ABVM Finance Council I am interested in finding out more information about: E-Giving _____ Raise Right Program _______ Your name: Your email address:

A member of the Finance Council will reach out to you to help you sign up for either or both programs.

Society of St Vincent dePaul - ABVM Conference

In a cooperative effort with AHTN to feed the homeless in our area, the St Vincent dePaul conference at ABVM is requesting almost new, gently used winter coats, hats, scarves, gloves and new white socks. The majority of these folks are men, so that would be the most useful. We would like these to be available when the meals are served here at ABVM beginning January, 2026. Other items that would also be helpful include: hand warmers, ChapStick, hand sanitizer, packets of wet wipes, granola bars, and juice boxes. Beginning in November, these items can be left in the vestibule, outside the bathrooms in boxes left out for the collection. If you have any questions, please call the rectory, 215 357-1221, ext. 21.

Food Pantry

Our Parish Food Pantry requests your help as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday. While all donations are appreciated, we are currently most in need of canned vegetables (corn, green beans, peas) and fruit, turkey stuffing mixes and gravy, instant mashed potato mixes, and boxed brownie or cake mixes. In past years, we have been able to provide much needed support to many local families in need, and with your help, we can do so again this year. God bless you and thanks in advance.

PLEASE NOTE: We are also in need of a freezer to store turkeys and hams. The one we had after many years of good use has broken. If you have a working freezer 6 yrs old or newer that you have no use for and would like to donate to our food pantry, please contact Nancy at the rectory 215-357-1221 X20.

Letter of Eligibility to be a godparent for Baptism or a sponsor for Confirmation

Click here to learn how does one obtain a Letter of Eligibility to be a godparent for Baptism or a sponsor for Confirmation

Charismatic Prayer Group

Do you have time and a desire for Christian fellowship? We have a prayer group that meets every Wednesday at 1:30 pm in the Rectory Meeting Room. Our meetings include praise and thanksgiving for God's many blessings, scripture reading, and sharing. If you would like to be with like-minded people, come join us.

Annual Memorial Mass for the Deceased

Parish 75th Anniversary Events

Grief and Loss Group

Our newly formed support group will be peer ministry, not therapy. During our sessions, we will examine the grieving process, and how to cope with the Loss. There will be a discussion about the Stages of Grief and how to handle the holidays. We will analyze the difference between grieving and mourning. The group will meet in the Rectory Meeting Room on Tuesday afternoons from 1 pm to 3 pm on September 16th, 23rd, October 7th, 14th, 21st. and 28th, Nov 4th and Nov 11th. $10 book charge applies. For registration or questions, please contact Eileen at 215-620-1120.

Thanksgiving and Love Tree Projects

We will begin our Thanksgiving Food Baskets and Love Tree projects soon. If you are or you know of a family in need, please call the Rectory at 215-357-1221. Information is kept confidential.