MASS INTENTIONS  may be scheduled at the Parish Office.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2020

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Collection for the Victims of the Earthquake in Puerto Rico

As we have all seen and heard the news about the devastation caused by the earthquakes in Puerto Rico, Archbishop Chaput has asked that parishes take up a voluntary collection to help the people of Puerto Rico in their recovery. Many – including Religious Communities – have lost everything. Thank you for your generous response to this need

There is an offering box in the church near the Baptismal Font for this collection.

Thank you for your consideration of this need.

Traditional Latin Mass on the Feast of St. Joseph

Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 7:00pm

A Missa Cantata, a Sung High Mass, will be offered at Holy Martyrs in Honor of St. Joseph

The Homilist will be Father Carl Gismondi, Pastor of St. Mary Church in Conshohocken

Music by the Schola Cantorum Philadelphiensis, and members of the Womens Schola of St. Mary Parish

SARUM VESPERS on Candlemas Eve

Saturday, February 1st, at 7:00 pm

at the Church of St. Patrick, Philadelphia

The Feast of the Birth of St. Philomena 2020

Friday, January 10, 2020

Holy Martyrs Catholic Church, Oreland, Pa
National Center of the Archconfraternity of St. Philomena

How to bless your home with Epiphany Chalk

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The Veil Removed

The Veil Removed is a short film that reveals the coming together of heaven and earth at Mass,

as seen by saints and mystics, revealed by scripture and in the catechism of the Catholic Church.

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The beautiful Polish tradition of breaking bread on Christmas Eve

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In many Polish homes throughout the world, a most beloved family tradition is the breaking of the oplatek on Christmas Eve. The oplatki tradition is one rich in spiritual symbolism, and can even help heal family division.

Oplatki wafers are available in the Sacristy after Mass and in the Parish Office during the week.

O Mary Conceived without Sin, Pray for us who have recourse to Thee.

Christmas Mass Remembrance Cards

Enroll your loved ones
in our Prayerful Remembrance
at Masses offered at Holy Martyrs Church
during the Christmas Season.

Envelopes can be placed in the Sunday Collection

Join us for Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on the Wednesdays of Advent

following 8:30 am Mass  until 10:00 am.

Tuesday, December 17th at 7:00 pm in Holy Martyrs Church

Thank to to our Holy Martyrs Elves   . . . and all those who enjoyed Breakfast with Santa!

Advent Wreaths are still available in the Sacristy and the Parish Office

Wreath only – $20.00         Candles only – $5.00

Thank you for your generosity to the

SECOND COLLECTION FOR OUR CONTINUING RESTORATION and IMPROVEMENTS

As always your kindness is greatly appreciated.

God bless you.

The Blessing of Animals Sunday, October 6th

 The 2019 Carnival

For information on planning a Baptism at Holy Martyrs Church click this link

The Sacred Role of Godparents

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For more information on choosing a Godparent for Baptism click this link

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FORMED is the revolutionary digital platform that gives you access to video-based study programs, feature films, audio presentations, and eBooks from the Church’s foremost presenters . . .  At the parish or on the go, FORMED allows you access to the Catholic Faith.

Going Beyond Teen Chastity

Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition is a dynamic faith formation program for teens and pre-teens. It goes beyond traditional chastity programs by connecting the two hottest topics on the planet—God and sex—and discussing them in a language sixth through eighth graders can understand.

Using a great mix of stories, real-life examples, activities, prayers, and references to the culture that teens understand, the Middle School Edition answers the questions middle school students have about their own bodies, issues on sexual morality, and how they were uniquely created for greatness

Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition is an exciting and dynamic program based on Pope John Paul II’s revolutionary Theology of the Body being offered to middle school students. This program will give students the answers and the tools they need to successfully and safely navigate through life. Contact Tom Hasty at tomhenny@hotmail.com or (215) 450-6334 for more information.

Classes will be held on Sunday nights from 6pm – 7:30pm for 8 weeks starting 9/29.

There will be a parent session at 6pm, 9/22

Cost: free!

Click here for registration form:Theology of the Body Registration Form

Sponsored by the Santa Maria Council of the Knights of Columbus.

A Message From the

OFFICE OF THE NEW EVANGELIZATION

Reviving Confession

HOW TO ATTEND HOLY MASS LIKE A SAINT

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How Father Jason Kulczynski Became Known as the ‘Relic Priest’

   Holy Martyrs Respect Life Committee

Meetings on the Third Wednesday of the Month at 6:00pm

Click on the picture to hear a recap of the opening talk of the evening on Aim High on Radio Maria.

Follow Holy Martyrs Respect Life on FACEBOOK

Click on the picture to see the progress of the restoration following the flood . . .

HOLY MARTYRS SWEATSHIRTS – $20.00
AND HOLY MARTYRS HOODIES – $25.00
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VETERANS OF THE ARMED SERVICES MEMORIAL

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If you would like to include the name of a Veteran of the Armed Services, living or deceased, or make a donation please contact the Church Office at 215-884-8575. Thank you.

Thank you to our donors and volunteers . . .

and to our Veterans.

For information about the

Traditional Latin Mass in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

The Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite

www.latinmassphila.org

Tuesday, 19 March 2019 – 7:00 pm Missa Cantata on the Feast of St. Joseph

SUNG MASS in the Traditional Latin Rite
19 March 2019 – 7:00 pm

Celebrant: Rev. Jason Kulczynski
Pastor of Holy Martyrs Catholic Church

Homilist: Rev. Carl Gismondi, FSSP
Pastor of St. Mary Church, Conshohocken

with the Schola Cantorum Philadelphiensis

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The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

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Brian Holdsworth on Reverence at the Sacred Liturgy

It’s an amazing fact that we can carry on with the day to day affairs of our lives without giving a second thought to the immensity of our universe and the incomprehensible forces that explode and contract within it.

CATHOLIC HERALD

Allowing children to skip Mass is like letting them not brush their teeth, theologian tells parents

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How to Receive the Eucharist

An Instructional Video provided by the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon

Grotto in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary

We wish to thank Sean O’Brien who built and donated the new Grotto in honor of the Blessed Virgin, in memory of his mother, Savilla O’Brien, and in honor of all mothers who overcome many obstacles for the good of their families.

For information on GOOD SHEPHERD REGIONAL SCHOOL  go to our News and Events page.

CATHOLIC RADIO

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Relevant Radio 640AM

Domestic Church Media

Online at radiomaria.us

The Office of Youth and Young Adults for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia exists to reveal the real person of Jesus, to help people discover their identity in Him, and to assure everyone that they belong in His Church.

Click below to check out their new website:

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary

Please pray for all seminarians as they study and continue on their journey to the priesthood.

Visit http://heedthecall.org/poster/ for information about our Seminarians.

 Visit the News & Events page for more information about the

Blessed Virgin Mary Shrine and the St. Joseph Shrine

Thank you to our generous benefactors, craftsmen, volunteers, and Donors.

If you would like to make a donation toward this installation in memory of, or in honor of,  a loved one, please contact the Parish Office

Holy Martyrs is the home of the Martin Saints Classical Catholic High School

An Independant Private Catholic School in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Listen theInterview about the new school with Deacon Christopher Roberts on Aim High on Radio Maria   HERE