Join us for our upcoming special events!
Saint Monica Ministry Holy Hour
Deacon Christopher May will preside at the next St. Monica Ministry Holy Hour, taking place at St. Theresa Church, 1408 Easton Road, Hellertown on Tuesday, August 13 at 6:00pm. Deacon May, who serves Sacred Heart Parish, Reading as a permanent deacon, will lead us in prayer for the return to the Faith of our fallen-away loved ones. All are invited to join in asking Our Lord's mercy and invoking the intercession of St. Monica for our prodigals. See the flyer here. For information, please email [email protected]
Mass for the Memorial of St. Monica
Bishop Alfred Schlert will celebrate a Mass for the Memorial of St. Monica at 6:00pm on Tuesday, August 27, at St. Theresa Church, 1408 Easton Road, Hellertown. Please join us as we pray for the return to the Church of our fallen-away loved ones. Mass will be followed by a buffet dinner in Friendship Hall. Tickets for the dinner are $7 per person. R.S.V.P. at [email protected] This special evening of prayer and fellowship is being sponsored by the St. Monica Ministry. See the flyer here.
Hispanic Men’s Conference (in Spanish)
We invite the entire community of Hispanic men to the Men's Conference that will take place on September 7th, 2024 at St. Mary's Parish in Hamburg, PA from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This conference will be entirely in Spanish. The opening Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Alfred Schlert (8:00 AM). We will also be joined by Father Eder Estrada (Franciscan of Maria) of Coatesville, PA, Father Eduardo Rodriguez of Reading, PA and Father Angel Garcia of Allentown, PA. Please join us for a day of fraternity and faith. Register here. Contact: Freddy Morales, [email protected], Felix R. Pereira, [email protected].
The Birthday of the Blessed Mother
Father Keaton Eidle will offer a reflection and lead a discussion on Marian apparitions around the world. The lecture will be followed by a pizza reception in the parish’s Jubilee Center. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Date/Time: Sunday, September 8 at 3pm. Location: Assumption BVM Parish, 4101 Old Bethlehem Pike, PA 18015. Register here.
YOUR_LIFE Retreat
Malvern Retreat House would like to invite men and women to experience a period of refreshment, support, reassurance, learning, and concentration on the gift of their lives. Learn, reflect, “dump your stuff’, fortify yourself, increase your personal communion with the Lord. Come join the men's weekend, Sep 6, 7, and 8; or a women's weekend, Sep 13, 14, and 15; Fri night to Sun morning. Contact: Anthony Scarselletti, 610-393-4671, [email protected].
Matt Maher Concert hosted by United Hearts Life Mission
United Hearts Life Mission is hosting a concert with nine-time Grammy nominee and three-time GMA Dove Award winner MATT MAHER at 7pm on September 15th, 2024, at Notre Dame High School. Matt's number one hits include "Lord, I Need You", and "Your Grace is Enough". All proceeds benefit the non-profit United Hearts Life Mission which provides life affirming OBGYN care to women in the Lehigh Valley. See the flyer here. Buy tickets at https://www.itickets.com/events/479761.
Pilgrimage to the National Centre for Padre Pio
Local diocesan pilgrimages will take place in September of 2024 at the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, PA. The theme for the pilgrimages is: “My Heart – A Pilgrimage to the Heart of Jesus.” The day will include Mass with Bishop Schlert, exciting keynote speakers, Adoration, Confession, interactive activities, and an outdoor Eucharistic Procession in the tranquil setting of The Centre for Padre Pio. Pilgrims are invited to “Feel the Presence of Padre Pio.” No registration is required. Email [email protected] with questions. See the memo with details for the English pilgrimages here.
- High School Pilgrimage, Thursday, September 19, 2024. See flyer here.
- Pilgrimage in English, Friday, September 20, 2024. See flyer here.
- Pilgrimage in Spanish, Saturday, September 28, 2024. (Details forthcoming)
Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
The Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., will be on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary. The Diocesan Pilgrimage tradition to Mary’s House is typically held every four years. More information will be forthcoming for individuals, parishes, and schools. Email p[email protected] or call 610-921-2729, ext. 2205.
