NEW* St. Carlo Acutis Canonization Simulcast and Celebration
Malvern Retreat House invites the faithful to witness and celebrate the historic canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis on Sunday, April 27th, 2025. Join us for a special overnight simulcast and celebration at the start of Carlo Acutis’ sainthood from 3:00 am to 6:30 am, rain or shine. The event will include Mass at 3:30 am, a live simulcast of the canonization ceremony from Rome at 4:30 am, and an opportunity to receive the Jubilee Year Indulgence and venerate a first-class relic of St. Carlo. To help with planning, please RSVP in advance by emailing kmoulter@malvernretreat.com. Find the flyer here. Location: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern, PA 19355.
*NEW* Carlo Acutis Movie – April 27th to April 29th
On Sunday April 27th the first Millennial Saint, Carlo Acutis, will be canonized in Rome. That same day, a movie about his life will be in theaters nationwide entitled “Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality.” The movie will remain in theaters until April 29th. Faithful of all ages are invited to learn more about the film and pre-order tickets through this link.
*NEW* Restore: Inner Healing Retreat for Men and Women
Young Adults aged 21 through 39 are welcome to attend the “Restore: Inner Healing Retreat for Men and Women” from Thursday, May 1 – Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Malvern Retreat House, 315 S Warren Av, Malvern, PA 19355. The retreat focuses on bringing restoration and healing to those in need of healing from emotional and spiritual wounds and trauma. Space is limited to 30 spots. To learn more about the retreat and to register, click here.
*NEW* Retrouvaille: Rediscover the Love in Your Marriage
Tens of thousands of couples have healed their marriages through Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-vy). Couples learn to build communication skills and to increase intimacy. It provides help for marriage problems, difficulties or crises. Weekend programs in August and October at the Family Life Center in Malvern, PA. For more information, or to register, visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215-766-3944 or 800-470-2230. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Click here to view an ad for your bulletins.
NEW* St. Monica Ministry Retreat Day
Do you have loved ones who no longer practice the Faith? Do you desire hope for your prodigals’ return to the Church? The St. Monica Ministry of the Diocese of Allentown is a dedicated support network for the families and friends of fallen-away Catholics. The ministry will be holding a Day of Reflection on Saturday, April 26, from 9:00am to 4:00pm at St. Theresa Parish, 1408 Easton Road, Hellertown.
Themed “His Mercy Endures: Harboring Hope for the Fallen-Away,” the day will feature presentations by Dr. David Carollo, Executive Director World Apostolate of Fatima / Blue Army Shrine; Dr. Carmina Chapp, Dean of the School of Theological Studies, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary; and Dr. Michael Behe, Professor of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University and author of Darwin’s Black Box.
The day will begin with 8:00am Mass in the church, followed by a continental breakfast in Friendship Hall. $15 per person / $25 per couple includes breakfast, lunch, door prize, and a few surprises!
Please register by April 20. Email StMonicaMinistry27@
or call the St. Theresa rectory at 610-838-7045. View the flyer here.
Steubenville Youth Conference Trip – Summer 2025
Calling all high schoolers! In our ever-changing world, Jesus is the answer to the longing of our hearts for meaning, fulfillment, security, and love. Join hundreds of Catholic teens at the Steubenville Youth Conference at the Franciscan University of Steubenville on June 27th through 29th, 2025, to be transformed by the love of Christ. All teens who will be rising freshmen in high school through rising freshmen in college for the 2025-2026 academic year are invited to attend this retreat with our group. Cost of conference: $265 pp; Cost of Charter Bus Transportation: $100 pp; Transportation is free for St. Joseph the Worker teens. If you are interested in attending, you can learn more about the trip by contacting Annaleigh Gidosh at (484)330-6380 or youthminister@stjwchurch.org. To see the promotional flyer, click here.
Monthly Homeschooling Mass – May 7
The Mother of Hope Homeschool Academy invites all homeschooling families to the next Monthly Homeschooling Mass at 10am on May 7th at St. Ursula, Fountain Hill. Homeschooling families with children of all ages, families who are discerning to homeschool their children, and young families are all welcome! Bring your own lunch for a social afterwards.
The 34th “We Are Remembered Ministry” Easter Mass
The 34th Annual Easter Mass sponsored by the Diocesan “We Are Remembered” Ministry will be celebrated by Reverend Joseph Kweder on Wednesday, April 23 at 7 p.m. at Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Church in Whitehall. “We minister and welcome all who mourn the death and passing of a loved one,” says the ministry. Monday, April 14, 2025 is the deadline to have the names of loved ones enrolled to ensure their inclusion in the Book of the Remembered and the enrollment list that will be printed afterward in the AD Times. We Are Remembered requests a $5 donation for each name enrolled to cover expenses. Every name submitted will be enrolled regardless of donation. “The work of the ministry is sustained by your generosity and prayerful support.” To register, send the letter attached here and checks to: We Are Remembered Ministry, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 618 Fullerton Avenue, Whitehall, PA 18052.
Young Adult Iron Pigs Night
Join us for a night at the stadium to watch the Iron Pigs on April 10th at 6:45pm! We will be on the patio which includes buffet food, drinks, and new friends! The teams playing are Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs vs Syracuse Mets. $20pp max 60 people, $5 parking not included. Sign up here.
“Where is God Calling You?” Vocations Retreat
Everyone needs a vocations retreat! Join us for a day of prayer, contemplation, and community on April 12, 10am – 3pm, at St. Mary’s Church, Kutztown. Whichever vocation you’re discerning (priesthood, married life, consecrated life, or single life), we’re here to support you. This retreat will allow you to encounter speakers from all these callings and give you a space to listen to God’s voice in exploring your vocation. See flyer here. Register here.
Retreat to Fatima and Lourdes with Fr. John Frink
Take a pilgrimage to Fatima and Lourdes from June 7-16, 2026 under the spiritual direction of Fr. John Frink. Click this link: https://www.206tours.com/cms/
Divorce Recovery Support Group
If you are suffering a divorce or separation, or perhaps grieving a past divorce, join us for prayers, donuts and encouraging conversation. BYOC – bring your own coffee. St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Whitehall, second floor of the parish office on the first Saturday of each month, 9:00 to 10:00am (after the 8:30am Mass). For information call 505 688-8663.
Better Together Widow and Widower Social Group
Better Together Widow and Widower Social Group, a community that allows widows and widowers to connect with others in the same circumstance, meets monthly at Assumption Church, 4101 Old Bethlehem Pike, Bethlehem, PA. Some past meetings include a picnic in the summer, a sing-along/make your own sundaes, and an All Souls remembrance service. All are welcome to join us on the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm in the Jubilee Center. For more information, please contact Mary Williams at 610-867-7424 x 16.
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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. Contact Father Hoffa directly at his diocesan email ahoffa@allentowndiocese.org or call 610-921-2729, ext. 2205.