Altar cloth ministry:
If you would like to learn how to clean, maintain, and prepare the sacred fabrics used on and at the altar for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, email: altarcloths@stlawrence.cc. We would like to form a small group of people who would slowly learn the techniques and care that is required for the linen cloths placed on the altar, the most sacred part of a church, under which rest relics of the martyrs, and upon which is performed the Sacrifice of Calvary in an unbloody manner. These cloths include the three layers of cloths on the altar, on the credence table, the cloths used for the ceremonial hand washing in the sacristy as part of the vesting prayers, as well as the long, white garment (the alb) worn by the priest while celebrating Mass, and the short white garment worn by the priest while reciting the Divine Office (the surplice). Due to the great dignity of the act in which these fabrics participate, they most always be clean and beautiful. If interested, you are invited to come to an information session, which should occur sometime this summer. From there, you may then evaluate if you would like to be part of the regular rotation. Email: altarcloths@stlawrence.cc
Chant Camp 2022:
This summer’s Chant Camp under the direction of Music Director Paul Thomas May is scheduled for July 11-15. Registration for parishioners begins May 22. Registration for non-parishioners opens June 5 (if space is still available). The first four days are spent learning and preparing the sacred music for an 11am Sung Mass on the feast of St. Henry, Emperor, Confessor. Lunch and sports/games at Wormleysburg Park each day. This year our instructors will include two FSSP seminarians from Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary. For more information please contact Paul Thomas May at music@stlawrence.cc.
Sunday Socials: Help still needed:
Please consider helping with our Sunday Socials after the 9am and 11am Masses. The goal is to have many volunteers so that volunteers only have to do their duty once every month or two. If you can help please email socials@stlawrence.cc.
Registration at St. Lawrence Church:
The Pastor and Assistant Pastor have the special grace to guide those who are registered parishioners and are hence assigned to their care. The Mass offered for the people every Sunday, Pro Populo, is offered for those who are registered members. Anyone seeking the Sacraments of Baptism, 1st Communion, Confirmation and Matrimony here must be registered and active parishioners for 6 months. Registration forms are available on our website.
High School Graduation Mass:
For any parishioner families who have high school students graduating this spring, we will be offering a graduation Mass followed by a reception in the parish social hall on Friday evening, June 3. The evening will begin with a Holy Hour starting at 5:30pm, followed by Mass at 6:30pm, and then the reception after Mass ends. If you would be interested in participating, please email Fr. Killackey at assistant.pastor@stlawrence.cc.
St. Catherine of Siena Young Adults' Group:
For any young adults (ages 18-35) interested, St. Lawrence has a Young Adult group which meets about three times a month for different events, including social events, charitable works, and Bible studies. Please email Fr. Killackey at assistant.pastor@stlawrence.cc for more information.
St. Lawrence Youth Group:
Our Annual Regatta Night is May 21, 2022 at the Forbeck home from 6pm-9pm. All youth ages 13- high school are welcome. There will be games, the sailing competition, food, friends, and a talk by Father Killackey followed by the rosary to close the evening. Remember to bring a snack and a friend. For questions or to RSVP email youthgroup@stlawrence.cc
Church Cleaning Volunteer needed:
We are looking for someone to help clean the church in the months that have a fifth Saturday. This is a commitment of only four or five times a year. The remaining fifth Saturdays this year are in July, October, and December. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Kristin Patterson at clean@stlawrence.cc
Calling all Altar Boys and those interested:
Any boy who has received his First Holy Communion is invited to consider being an Altar Boy at St. Lawrence. The Altar Boys meet on the second Saturday of the month. The next regularly-scheduled practice will be June 12. The regular meeting begins after the 9 am Mass. It includes a light breakfast, a meeting led with a spiritual talk from one of the priests, practice serving, recreation, pizza for lunch, and clean up. It concludes at 12:30 pm. For more information about becoming an altar boy, email Fr. Smith or Mr. Pitman at altarboys@stlawrence.cc.
Banns of Marriage: Joseph Lynch and Ayla Rice
Be it known to all here present that Joseph, of the parish of St. Sebastian, of Santa Paula, California, son of Thomas and Jennifer Lynch; and Ayla, of the parish of Santa Clara, of Oxnard, California, daughter of David Nulty and Jennifer Rice; intend to be united in holy matrimony. Wherefore, we hereby admonish each and all that, if any of you has knowledge of an impediment existing which would prevent their marrying, whether it be an impediment of blood relationship, relationship through marriage, spiritual relationship, or of any other kind, you are bound to make it known to the pastor or bishop as soon as possible. This is the second publication of the banns.
Banns of Marriage: Krishan Keck and Ariadne Thatcher
Be it known to all here present that Krishan Keck, of the quasi-parish of St. Lawrence of Rome, Deacon and Martyr, son of Murli and Kimbro Thadani; and Ariadne, of the quasi-parish of St. Lawrence of Rome, Deacon and Martyr, daughter of George and Carolyn Thatcher; intend to be united in holy matrimony. Wherefore, we hereby admonish each and all that, if any of you has knowledge of an impediment existing which would prevent their marrying, whether it be an impediment of blood relationship, relationship through marriage, spiritual relationship, or of any other kind, you are bound to make it known to the pastor or bishop as soon as possible. This is the first publication of the banns.
Father Buckley Pilgrimage:
The Pilgrimage will be held this year on Wednesday June 1st through Saturday June 4th. This Pilgrimage is a 60-mile journey for boys and men to pray, hike and camp along the C&O Canal for two main reasons…reparation for our personal sins and those of our Nation. It is led by Father Franco FSSP and some FSSP seminarians. Also, there are typically groups participating from St Joseph’s in Richmond VA and St. Benedicts in Norfolk VA. If you are interested in attending this very fruitful penitential pilgrimage, please contact Chris Sloane at (717) 314-2866.
Email Prayer Chain:
If you are not currently on the Mater Dei prayer request email list and would like to be, email prayers@materdeipa.com to be added. Parishioners are able to send in prayer intentions which are then shared with everyone on the email list.
Legion of Mary:
"For this is the will of God, your sanctification:..." (First Epistle of St. Paul to the Thessalonians Chpt 4, vs 3). This is the goal of the Legion of Mary, to sanctify its members by actively bringing souls to Christ through the work of Our Lady. Please consider becoming an active member. Guests are always welcome to attend meetings. Contact Dan Jones at legionofmary@stlawrence.cc for more information. Meetings are help Mondays at 5:45pm.