Spiritual Bouquet for Bishop Gainer and his Intentions:

We invite you and your family to participate in a spiritual bouquet that we are organizing for Bishop Gainer. Please write down some spiritual offering (one Rosary, one Holy Communion, a Holy Hour, etc.) that you will make for the bishop, and perhaps include some words of thanks, and we will collect them from the whole parish and deliver them to him soon. Please submit them in an envelope marked “spiritual bouquet for Bishop Gainer” to the office (either in person, via post, or via the collection). We will open the envelopes and organize them before we submit them.

Openings in the Choir at St. Lawrence:

The choir has openings for additional dedicated volunteers and three qualified section leaders. Members are expected to be available for Thursday evening rehearsals, Sunday 11 am Masses throughout the year, and for other important Feast Days as notified. Volunteers with previous choral experience are preferred, but those with strong desire may be considered at the discretion of the Music Director. Section Leader positions are available for Soprano, Alto, and Tenor; all applicants must audition and demonstrate strong vocal musicianship. Inquiries can be directed to Paul Thomas May at music@materdeipa.com

South Street Garage Parking starts today:

You are now able to park for free on Sundays at South Street Garage. The procedure for using the garage is as follows:

1. Enter the garage using the Susquehanna Street entrance.
2. At the gate, take an entrance ticket.
3. Go to Mass and ask an usher for an exit voucher. (The exit voucher functions as your payment method).
4. When departing, use both the entrance ticket and the exit voucher at the departure gate.

Also, this is new to us here at St. Lawrence, so there are bound to be some challenges along the way. If you experience any, please let Fr. Smith know.

Catechism Class

Classes begin today, Sunday,  October 3rd. Classes will run from 10:10am - 10:50am.

Members wanted for church Technical Advisory Council:

As we prepare for the purchase of St. Lawrence church, we will be responsible for maintaining and possibly expanding the building. Therefore, we need the help of technical professionals and tradesmen to guide the pastor on the best decisions to make. So, please consider offering your expertise, time, or talent if you have training or work in one of the following fields: architecture, carpentry, design, electrical wiring, IT, flooring, roofing, structural engineering, HVAC, plumbing, and project management. If interested, please email technicalcouncil@materdeipa.com.

ALL SAINTS DAY PARTY- Save the Date!

The All Saints Day party will be held on Sunday, October 31st, on the Feast of Christ the King, after the High Mass. More information and volunteer requests will be forthcoming. If you have any questions, please email  allsaintsparty@materdeipa.com

Sunday Social — Volunteers needed

We are looking for individuals to serve on a committee and coordinate future Sunday Socials. If you can help, please contact the Office at socials@materdeipa.com

Youth Group

Join us for Octoberfest on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 6-9pm. All youth ages 13- high school are welcome Please email forbecks@comcast.net for more information or to RSVP.

 Rosary Rally

On Saturday, October 9th, at 11:30am we will commemorate the 104th Anniversary of Mary’s appearance at Fatima, Portugal in 1917. All will assemble in the front of St. Lawrence Church and process to Front Street for the recitation of the Rosary. After the Rosary there will be a sermon followed by Benediction in St. Lawrence. In case of inclement weather, all will take place inside the church.