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
Join Saint Miriam as we bring Christmas to those with less ability to bring it on their own. Please donate by choosing a gift wish wrapped with the ornament attached, and our elves will deliver Christmas to a deserving family!
Saint Miriam Parish is now offering a wonderful way to remember and honor your deceased loved ones. Scripture tells us that “it is a holy and wholesome thought to pray for the dead” and, from the Book of Wisdom, “the souls of the just are in the Hands of God.” Remembering our deceased family and … Read more
You are invited to join us for a Saint Miriam Christmas! Schedule: Sunday, December 24th 7:30am – Fourth Sunday of Advent Early Mass 9:30am – Fourth Sunday of Advent Morning Mass 4:30pm – Christmas Eve Family Mass with Live Camels VigilCamels arrive for photos by 4PM for families, then Carols in the Sanctuary and Mass … Read more
That is all it literally costs! Why? Our ENTIRE outreach team is all-volunteer. From the chefs who create wonderful homemade meals … to the distributors … to those who assemble the support bags … to those who order supplies … to those who write grant applications … to the priests who oversee the program … … Read more
Healing Masses Have Returned! Join us on the Second Sunday of every Month at the 11AM Morning Mass for Healing and Prayer! This is a fully contemplative and prayerful Mass experience. Those in need will also receive the Anointing of the Sick. Our gathering begins with the celebration of the Eucarist and moves into a … Read more
My oldest came home from school and asked when we were going to put up our Christmas tree. (Apparently, a fellow student was talking about how her family already decorated and put up a tree.) A staff member asked when they could begin to decorate the halls (deck the halls?) for Christmas in our school. … Read more
Well, I did it. I finally met a family that I had to refuse membership at Saint Miriam. It has been 16 years as pastor now and I have never once rejected any membership request until now. In truth, I once had to explain to someone who was attending (and often under the influence of … Read more
Our Annual Silent Auction to benefit our school & outreach programs will begin soon! Starting on Sunday, November 12th before and after all masses, and ends after all masses on Sunday November 19th. All items will be on display throughout the main level of the parish for the silent bidding system and winners will be … Read more
This is your last chance to get a pumpkin and help fund scholarships for kids at the Saint Miriam School! All remaining pumpkins are Donation Only! Get them while they last!
This is a fundraiser you’d actually WANT to support! Shop for Candles, Totes, Gift Wrap, Water Bottles & More! The Women of Saint Miriam are holding a fundraiser from Boon Supply from now until early November. Just in time for the holidays, shop for eco-friendly products for the home, gourmet treats, reusable bags and more! … Read more
Join us during the First Week of Advent on Friday December 8th for our Annual Christmas Concert At 7:00PM at Saint Miriam, as we begin to look a lot like Christmas we will have our Christmas decor up, Chocolates and Desserts, Light Refreshments and our Annual Christmas Concert! The artists we will be featuring are:
This coming Sunday is the anniversary for my ordination of becoming a deacon. There have been a lot of years since that day and so much has happened that as I sit and reflect. I can remember so much good, and there’s been some bad; there’s been a lot of unexpected experiences, and yes, sadly, … Read more
It’s a Scarecrow Contest! Prices and more will take place at the Annual Halloween Parade for our wonderful school of Saint Miriam School on Oct 30th (Rain date is Oct 31!) Get your entries in by October 29th so we can set them up and HAVE SOME HALLOWEEN FUN! Email us at JoinUs(at)mySaintMiriam.org to let … Read more