1. religion and spirituality
2. christianity

MASSES
6161 N. 5th Street
(Fifth Street and Godfrey Avenue)
Philadelphia, PA 19120-1497
Saturday Vigil – 4:30PM Mass in English
Sunday – 8:00AM Mass in English
9:30AM Mass in Vietnamese
11:15AM Mass in English
12:30PM Mass in Spanish
Weekday 8:00AM
Saturdays – 8:00AM
Obligatory Holy Days – (except Jan. 1 & Christmas)
8:00AM, 9:00AM, 7:00PM Tri-lingual
First Fridays –8:00AM (9:00AM & 7:00PM during School Year)
SACRAMENTS
Confession
Baptisms
We, the Parish of St. Helena, are rooted in Jesus Christ and nourished by
Eucharist. We are aware of our present diversity and the changes that enrich us.
We strive with all that God has given us to live and to share the Gospel of love by
creating a welcoming and united community. We seek to integrate actively
people of all ages, races, and cultures into every area of life.
Saturdays 4:00-4:30PM 15 minutes after Mass
Preparation Class in English is held the 1st
Sunday of each month. Please call the rectory to
set up an interview with Yondura, ssj. D. Min.
before planning for the baptism.
RCIA
PARISH STAFF
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults - classes held
every Sunday beginning in September at
12:30PM in Room P (4th Floor) of the Lower
School. Contact Sr. Sophie Yondura, ssj., D. Min.
PREP
Religion classes for Public School students held
every Sunday beginning in September at 9:15AM
in Room P (4th Floor) of the Lower School.
Contact Sr. Sophie Yondura, ssj., D. Min.
Marriage
The Church must be contacted at least 6 months in
advance to make arrangements.
Eucharistic
Adoration
Daily Rosary
MM Devotion
OLLV Devotion
Viet. Divine Mercy
Grupo
Carismático
Every Thursday in Chapel
8:30AM-5:00PM (Evening Prayer)
Monday – Friday after 8:00AM Mass
Saturday – 7:45AM (Lower Church)
Saturday – 8:30AM (Lower Church)
Sunday – 2:30pm (Lower Church)
Tenemous circulo de oración en español todos
los miercoles a las 7:00PM en la iglesia de abajo.
Estan todos invitados
St. Helena Church is a Tithing & Evangelizing Parish
Mission Statement
Rev. Msgr. Joseph T. Trinh
Rev. Edward Pelczar
Rev. Augusto Concha
Rev. Albert Gardy Villarson
Deacon Victor I. Seda
Deacon Brouycie P. Isley
Deacon Huan C. Tran
Deacon Francis B. Urmson
Sr. Sophie Yondura, ssj., D. Min.
Elena Asencio
Paul Harvitz
Genevieve Black
Sr. Anna Marie Lesutis, RSM, rn
Ann Farley
Pastor
(Retired) In Residence
Spanish Ministry (PT)
In Residence
Parish Deacon
Parish Deacon
Parish Deacon
Parish Deacon
Parish Services Director
Faith Formation Director
Parish Secretary
Business Manager
Music Director
Health Promotion
Health Promotion
Rectory 6161 N. 5th Street
215-424-1300
Convent 6127 N. 5th Street
215-924-2770
School 6101 N. 5th Street
215-549-2947
Rectory Fax Number
215-424-9152
Health Promotion Office
215-384-6540
Food Bank
215-480-0186
Jackpot Lottery
215-424-2418
Web-site
www.sainthelenaparish.net
St. Helena Church Office Hours (closed 12Noon-1:00pm)
Monday-Thursday
9:00am to 8:00pm
Friday
9:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday
9:00am to 2:00pm
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETINGS
Liturgy Committee
Parish Council
Finance Committee
Evangelization
Alumni Meeting
1st Tuesday 7:00PM (Rec)
Alternating 2ndTuesday 7:00PM (Rec)
Alternating 2ndTuesday 7:00PM (Rec)
3rd Tuesday 7:00PM (Rec)
2nd Wednesday 7:00PM (Rec)
DEVOTIONS
SERVICE MINISTRY
55+ Club
Boys Scouts
Aid for Friends
Sick Calls
2nd & 4th Thursday 12:00 (Rectory Basement)
Every Wednesday 7:00PM-9:00PM (Hall)
Contact Sister Sophie Yondura, ssj. D. Min.
Please call the rectory to schedule a home visit for
Communion or in the Hospital.
St. Helena-Incarnation Independent Mission School
Mrs. Genevieve Torres
Sr. Marie Albert Hetzel, ssj
School
Principal (ext. 2)
Alumni/ae (ext. 5)
6101 N. 5th Street 215-549-2947
Incarnation Announced Masses
Daily Mass will be celebrated at Incarnation on Monday and Friday at
9:00am. Sunday Mass at 9:00am will be celebrated on the 1st Sunday of the
Month continuing through 2014.
St. Helena Food Bank
Is serving clients in the 19120 and 19140 zip codes once a month. Bring
photo I.D. and a current bill showing your name and zip code. Hours of
Service: Tuesday 9AM to 11:30 and 1PM to 2:30, Thursday 9AM to 11:30
NO PM HOURS.
Feast of the Holy Family
December 28, 2014
Masses for the Week
Dec. 28, 2014 to Jan. 4, 2015
St. Helena Church Mission Statement
We, the Parish of St. Helena, are rooted in Jesus Christ
and nourished by Eucharist. We are aware of our present
diversity and the changes that enrich us. We strive with
all that God has given us to live and to share the Gospel of
love by creating a welcoming and united community. We
seek to integrate actively people of all ages, races, and
cultures into every area of life.
SATURDAY, Dec. 27, 2014
4:30PM
Diana Nazario (Birthday)
SUNDAY, Dec. 28, 2014 The Feast of the Holy Family
8:00AM
All Souls
9:30AM
Personal Intention
11:15AM John, Frances, and Jack McBride
12:30PM Adrian Osorio
Declaración de Misión de Santa Helena
Nosotros, la parroquia de Santa Helena, estamos
enraizados en Cristo Jesús y alimentados por la Eucaristía.
Estamos conscientes de nuestra diversidad actual y de los
cambios que nos enriquecen. Buscamos, con todo lo que
Dios nos ha dado, vivir y compartir el Evangelio de amor
creando un ambiente de acogida y una comunidad unida.
Buscamos de integrar activamente en toda área de la vida
a cada persona de toda edad, raza y cultura.
MONDAY, Dec. 29, 2014 St. Thomas Becket
8:00AM
Joseph Chiet and all the Souls
Giáo X Thánh Helena – Giáo Xứ Thập Phân – Tôn Chỉ
Chúng tôi, Giáo Xứ Thánh Helena bắt nguồn từ Chúa
Giêsu Kitô và được nuôi dưỡng bằng bí tích Thánh Thể.
Chúng tôi nhận biết sự đa dạng của Giáo xứ và những thay
đổi làm chúng tôi được phong phú hơn.Chúng tôi cố gắng,
với tất cả những gì Chúa ban, sống và chia sẻ Tin mừng
của Tình thương bằng cách xây dựng một cộng đoàn hiệp
nhất và chào đón mọi người. Chúng tôi luôn tìm cách kết
họp mọi người sống hòa đồng với nhau không phân biệt
tuổi tác, sắc tộc hay văn hóa.
THURSDAY, Jan. 1, 2015 Mary, Mother of God
8:00AM
Thanksgiving for the Nguyen Family
9:30AM
Personal Intention
11:15AM Karl WIcher, Jr.
12:30PM St. Helena Parishioners
TUESDAY, Dec. 30, 2014
8:00AM
Joseph J. Murray
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 31, 2014 St. Sylvester I
8:00AM
Lillian Marie Coskey
4:30PM
11:00PM
Lucia Vu Thi Suu
St. Helena Parishioners
FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2015
8:00AM
9:00AM
7:00PM
Vicki Francis
Frances Clarke
Mary McDough
Albert Guarini
Gina Cortez
Walter Ales
Paoletti Family
Carmen Santiago
Karen Seifert
Kathy Guarini
Deacon Isley
Veronica Hellwig
Sharon Woody
Teresa Merrigan
Joseph Voros
Emilio Rosario
Rosaura Caraballo Rita Voros
Charles E. Mather Helen Devlin
Danny Collington
Anthony Rivera
Luz Caba
Patricia Komly
Luis Ortiz
Peg McBride
Baby Isaac
Victoria Marin
Diane Samuel
Kate Hetzel
Bryan Anderson
Joseph Olesiewicz Eddie Rosa
Phanxico Tuan Nguyen
Margarita Rodriguez Baez
Juan Fernando Sanchez
Maria del los Angeles Garcia
Francis Hernandez
Bryan Anderson
St. Basil the Great &
Gregory Nazianzen
Craig Brugger
Carmen Asencio
Joseph Khan Nguyen
SATURDAY, Jan. 3, 2015 Most Holy Name of Jesus
8:00AM
Thomas That Nguyen
4:30PM
Dominic Thoai Dinh and Anthony
SUNDAY, Jan. 4, 2015 The Epiphany of the Lord
8:00AM
Marie Nanshee
9:30AM
Personal Intention
11:15AM John, Frances & Jack McBride
12:30PM Osvaldo Fontanez
9:00AM Mass at Incarnation Worship Site
Friday, Jan. 2
Sunday, Jan. 4
St. Helena Incarnation Parishioners
St. Helena Incarnation Parishioners
Scripture Readings for the Week
We Remember in Prayer...
Names on the Christmas Flower Envelopes
SUNDAY, Dec. 28, 2014 Feast of the Holy Family
Sir 3: 2-6, 12-14
Col 3: 12-21
Lk 2: 22-40
Welcome to St. Helena Church
Our Church is a center for spiritual growth, where
positive attitudes are developed, where good people
become better, where hurts are healed, where lessons are
learned, where friendships are developed, where marriages
restless find peace, where love is alive, where God is
understood, where the Holy Spirit leads, and where Jesus
Christ is Lord. Together, let us spread the message of the
Gospel to our neighbors.
MONDAY (29)
TUESDAY (30)
WEDNESDAY (31)
THURSDAY (01)
FRIDAY (02)
SATURDAY (03)
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1 Jn 2: 3-11
1 Jn 2: 12-17
1 Jn 2: 18-21
Nm 6: 22-27
Lk 2: 16-21
1 Jn 2: 22-28
1 Jn 2: 29-3:6
Lk 2: 22-35
Lk 2: 36-40
Jn 1: 1-18
Gal 4: 4-7
Jn 1: 19-28
Jn 1: 29-34
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FIESTA DE LA SAGRADA FAMILIA DE JESUS, MARIA Y JOSE. Recordamos el núcleo
asombroso y tan sencillo donde Jesús nació y fue presentado en el Templo. Es una familia común, humilde y
pobre que cumple con la tradiciones judías. Solo ofrecen un par de tórtolas. Y se da la sorpresa y misterio. Dos
ancianos, Simeón y Ana lo reconocen como el Mesías, el Salvador! El padre y la Madre de Jesús estaban
sorprendidos por lo que se decía del Niño. Dios tiene su plan de Salvación. Una espada traspasaría su corazón!
Que importante es la familia. Dios sigue realizando sorprendentes maravillas como el milagro de la vida y el
amor! Cristo sale al encuentro de Los esposos cristianos en el Sacramento del matrimonio. Que la SAGRADA
FAMILIA de Nazaret bendiga nuetras familias. No dejemos de rezar por las familias y sigámonos preparando
para el Encuentro Mundial de las Familias en Filadelfia y con la presencia del Papa Francisco.
Preparation of the Gifts
The Liturgy of the Eucharist now begins, which forms the central part of the
liturgy due to its direct institution by Christ. The Offertory has always been
considered one the essential actions of the Catholic Mass although it looks like a
passive and quiet moment. This is the rite by which the bread and wine are
presented (offered) to God before they are consecrated.
Rite of Hand Washing
The Rite of Hand Washing, or Lavabo, before celebrating the holy Liturgy
originated from the practical precaution of cleanness and later interpreted also
symbolically.
We are happy to offer you a copy of the 90th Anniversary Mass on DVD.
Cost is $10.00 per DVD. If you wish a copy, please fill out this slip and
give to Sr. Sophie with the money or drop off at the rectory Attention: Sr.
Sophie. This is a perfect gift for someone for Christmas.
Name __________________________________________ Phone # ____________________
_____ # of DVD Requesting
_______ Money Enclosed
God and Father of us all, in Jesus, your Son and our Savior, you have made us your sons
and daughters in the family of the Church. May your grace and love help our families in every
part of the world be united to one another in fidelity to the Gospel. May the example of the
Holy Family, with the aid of your Holy Spirit, guide all families, especially those most
troubled, to be homes of communion and prayer and to always seek your truth and live in your
love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Jesus, Mary and Joseph, pray for us!
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New Year’s Eve – Wednesday, December 31, 2014
4:30pm Vigil Mass in English for New Year’s Day
11:00pm Vigil Mass to Welcome the New Year
New Year’s Day – Thursday, January 1, 2015
8:00am Mass in English
11:15am Mass in English
9:30am Mass in Vietnamese
12:30pm Mass in Spanish
There will be an important parent meeting on WEDNESDAY, January 14th for
parents of children making First Penance on February 24, 2015 at 7:00PM.
One parent MUST ATTEND these meetings. The Meeting will take place in
the Rectory Basement. (enter door next to driveway on Godfrey Avenue.)
The World Meeting of Families – Philadelphia
2015 is welcoming the world to Philadelphia from
September 22-27, 2015 for a Congress on Family
followed by an anticipated visit from Pope Francis.
Many local families have inquired about how they
can “Host a Family” during this time. A company
named Homestay.com has a program that can
organize this. You can find more @WorldMeeting
2015.org under “Get Involved” and follow the links
for “Host a Family.” Host families can offer
visitors a spare bedroom, or vacated apartment. If
you would like to open your home to a World
Meeting of Families visitor, we thank you. “Host a
Family” cards are next to the bulletins.
Bishop McDevitt High School
First Honors: Jennifer Nguyen ‘15,
Hoang Pham ’15, Jennifer Dang ’16,
Isabel deRamos ’16, Theresa Estampa
’16, Abbie Estampa ’17, Catherine
Nguyen ’17, Jessica Nguyen ’17,
Andrew Pham ‘ 17, Bryan Trinh ’17,
Peter Han ’18, Andy Mac ’18, Julia
Pham ’18, Anthony Pham ‘ 18, Tracy
Tran ’18.
Second Honors: Thomas Vu ’15,
Angelina Gomez ’16, Tai Nguyen ’17,
Helena Tran ’18.
Little Flower High School
First Honors: Kaitlyn Pham ‘18
Second Honors: Bobbie Brown ’15,
Ngoc Anh Ho ’16.
St. Helena Parish Contact Person:
Sr. Sophie Yondura
Roman Catholic High School
First Honors: Brandon Kha ‘16
Second Honors: Joseph Nguyen ’17,
Alex Jose Rodriguez ’17.
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St. Helena Parish is a Tithing Parish since Jan. 19, 2003. God has provided for us in
wonderful ways and we are committed to "making a return to the Lord for all His goodness to us."
All we are and have is due to God’s goodness.
Stewardship Report
12/14/2014…………..................................…………$5945.00
Number of Envelopes from Mass 266
Envelope Collection from Mass $3547
Loose Collection from Mass $1702.00
Drop Off Collection
$696.00
Religious Retirement Collection………..$1691.00
The Feast of the Holy Family is not just about the Holy Family, but about our own families too. The main
purpose of the Feast is to present the Holy Family as the model for all Christian families, and for domestic life in
general. Our family life becomes sanctified when we live the life of the Church within our homes. This is called
the "domestic church" or the "church in miniature." St. John Chrysostom urged all Christians to make each home
a "family church," and in doing so, we sanctify the family unit. Just how does one live out the Church in the
family? The best way is by making Christ the center of family and individual life. Ways to do this include: reading
scripture regularly, praying daily, attending Mass at least on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation, imitating the
actions of the Holy Family, going to confession frequently, and so forth, all done together as a family unit. In
addition to cultivating positive actions, the Church understands that various actions and behaviors are contrary to
God's Divine plan for the family, and these should be avoided. These include abortion, contraception, same-sex
marriage, polygamy, embryonic stem-cell research, divorce, spousal abuse, child abuse, and co-habitation.
Catholic Teaching is that a marriage must be open to children. Anything artificial that prevents this is contrary to
divine law, although spacing births for a just reason is permitted (and may be licitly accomplished through
"natural family planning"). Also, poverty, lack of health care, rights violations, government intrusion in the life of
communities and families, and other justice concerns must be addressed by faithful Christians because of the
negative effect these conditions have on the family unit.
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. Parents can appreciate the ritual action of Mary
and Joseph today as they presented Jesus at the Temple. Most of us have acted similarly in presenting our
children for baptism in our own church. These symbolic actions are important milestones, but we certainly know
as parents that sacramental moments are only benchmarks. The everyday living out of our faith is truly who we
are. Mary, Joseph and Jesus returned to Nazareth where Jesus grew and learned, and it was in the ordinariness of
Jesus’ life that he grew in the favor of God’s love. It is the same for us as we help shape who our children will
become. Help your children remember the wisdom of elderly members of your family and their ancestors. Recall
stories you have heard about them and perhaps you even have some photographs or a family Bible that registers
your family tree. If not, make a family tree that allows space for drawings, photographs, or short stories about the
people on the tree.
I would like to thank all those who helped with the cleaning of the Churches, decorating the
Churches for Christmas and all those who attended our Christmas Liturgies. It was so great to see so many
families in Church. We will have a special 11:00pm Mass on Wednesday to welcome 2015. Consider joining us
to welcome the New Year and the Feast of Mary, Mother of God. Finally, the priests and I would like to thank
you for your Christmas wishes and gifts. We are most grateful to you and ask the Holy Family to watch over
your family during the New Year. May God bless all of you! Thanks for reading and have a good week!
Your Brother & Shepherd,
Rev. Msgr. Joseph Trinh
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