A Special Announcement from Fr. Artman
Dear Parishioners,
On May 12, I was called to a meeting with Archbishop Perez. Because of the pastoral needs of the Archdiocese, the Archbishop is appointing me the new Pastor at St. Anastasia Church in Newtown Square as of July 1, 2026.
This was truly bittersweet news for me. Returning to OLPH for a year as Parochial Administrator and as Pastor for the past year has truly been a blessing for me. I was a seminarian assigned here with Msgr. Savinski from 2016-2017, and immediately knew this was a special parish. Sharing memories with you, laughing together, crying together, and growing in love for our Lord together with you over the past two years have been a highlight of my priesthood. I thank God for the opportunity to have walked with you and prayed with you. At the same time, I look forward to returning to St. Annie’s as Pastor after serving there as Parochial Vicar from 2020-2023.
The new Parochial Administrator of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish as of July 13, 2026 will be Fr. Philip J. Lowe. Fr. Lowe is coming from Neumann University where he has taught for several years. This is his first time as a pastor, but he has extensive education and parish experience. I have known Father Lowe for 27 years (before I became a priest myself!) and I am confident he will be a great leader here at OLPH. Please welcome him with the same warmth and prayers that you gave me!
Before Fr. Lowe arrives, from July 1-13, I will continue with the administrative duties here at OLPH while I am at St. Anastasia. Msgr. Sweeney and some visiting priests will assist with Masses for those two weeks.
Additionally, we have received word that Deacon Kevin Harrington is also being reassigned as of July 1. Deacon Michael Alexander, who is coming from St. Madeline’s Parish in Ridley Park, is being assigned as the Permanent Deacon here at OLPH beginning July 1 to assist Fr. Lowe, Msgr. Sweeney, and Deacon Ron.
More information is in the Parish bulletin. Please pray for me and for Fr. Lowe, and know you are always in my prayers, too.
Sincerely in Christ,
Fr. Brandon M. Artman
Pastor
Mass Times
All Masses are celebrated in the Church
Saturday (Vigil/Anticipated Mass)
5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:00 Noon
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
9:00 AM
(No Mass on Wednesdays)
Confessions
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated in the Church
Saturdays
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Other times by appointment.
Call 610-543-1046 to make an appointment for Confession.
Parish Office
The Rectory Office is open Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It is helpful to call the Office at 610-543-1046 before stopping by so we can have things ready for you to pick up.
- Please note that the Office closes at 12 Noon on Fridays from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.
- The Office will be closing at Noon on Thursday, July 2 and will reopen on Monday, July 6 at 9 AM.
- Other changes to hours are noted in the weekly bulletin.
Eucharistic Adoration
Eucharistic Adoration
Daily, in the Chapel
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
The Chapel is located adjacent to the Rectory, at the opposite end of the parking lot from the Church.
On Saturdays, Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament takes place following the 9:00 AM Mass.
Please note that the Chapel is subject to early, unannounced closure if there are no adorers present and the Blessed Sacrament is left unattended. We highly encourage you to sign up for a period of adoration on the board in the Chapel vestibule.
Please note the following:
THE CHAPEL WILL BE
CLOSED ON JULY 3 AND JULY 4.
July 11, 2026 - Adoration will be suspended from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM for several Liturgical events.
Occasionally, the Chapel may be closed for Liturgical events.
Parish Bulletin
Mass Intentions and Memorial Opportunities
The 2026 Mass Intention Book is filled.
The 2027 Mass Intention Book will open soon;
keep an eye on the bulletin.
Announced Mass Intentions for living or deceased loved ones are available for weekday, weekend, and Holy Day Masses.
$10 donation.
Unannounced Mass Intentions for living or deceased loved ones,celebrated without a particular date and time, are also available. $5 donation.
We have
Sanctuary Lamps
available in the Church and the Chapel. These Intentions will be announced in our Bulletin and are for the week. They are accompanied with a card that you may give to the recipient.
$10 donation.
We offer the opportunity to donate the Altar Bread and Wine for the week. These intentions will be announced in our Bulletin and are accompanied by a card you may give to the recipient. $20 donation.
OLPH Memorial Society:
For a minimum donation of $15 someone is enrolled into the OLPH Memorial Society. The 9:00 AM Mass Intention every First Friday is for “All Those Enrolled in the OLPH Memorial Society.” Those who are enrolled into the OLPH Memorial Society receive a special Memorial enrollment card with padded folder. Names are also inscribed in the OLPH Memorial Society Shrine at the back of Church.
Floral Arrangements for our Church and Chapel can be donated in memory of a loved one.
Please contact the Rectory.
Other memorial or commemoration opportunities are available. Please call the Rectory.
Prayers for the Military
Men's COR Meetings
ATTENTION MEN OF ALL AGES!
You're invited to attend the MEN’S COR MEETING and join other men from our area to learn from and help each other grow in our faith and become the man God created you to be. The COR Meeting is open to men of all ages, young and old, single and married.
Meetings generally occur on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month except during summer months or when notified. A typical meeting includes a brief presentation on a topic critical to our varied roles as men followed by a time of sharing and hearing from one another. Guest speakers are invited from time to time who have specific experience and insight in areas that will help, encourage and convict us in embracing our role as men of God.
For more information on the COR Meeting or to join our distribution list with information of upcoming topics and guest speakers, please contact Jim Minnick at jimminnick8@gmail.com or 610-457-1828. The Men’s COR Meeting is sponsored by Marian Council #3753 of the Knights of Columbus.
Flame of Love Holy Hour
The Flame of Love (FOL) is Jesus Himself, who desires to empower faithful souls to combat the evils of sin, lukewarmness, and indifference. The FOL Movement revives tepid souls enabling them to embrace: Daily Mass and Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, Holy Hours, and Fasting. The devotion is church approved and has been spreading throughout the United States since 2013. Saving souls is the mission of the Flame of Love. We host a weekly FOL Holy Hour of Reparation in the chapel each Friday from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. For more information, please call Deacon Ron or Julie Kelley at 610-544-0386.
The FOL Pilgrim Virgin Statue is now available to visit your home for a week! Please prayerfully consider inviting Our Lady into your home. Testimonies of peace, comfort, healing and hope abound with those who have opened their door to the FOL Pilgrim Virgin Statue. More information about this Devotion is available in the Flame of Love Pilgrim Virgin Statue Binder that accompanies the statue. The Flame of Love Prayer Book is also provided for your private prayer time. To reserve your week, please use this “Sign Up Genius” link or contact Julie Kelley at 610-544-0386.
Gift Card (Scrip) Program
OLPH GIFT CARD PROGRAM (SCRIP)
Make shopping easier and help our Parish at the same time!
Click HERE to Download/Print SCRIP Order Form
All buyers receive a 5% rebate on all gift cards totaling up to $5,000
(discount equaling $250).
Any purchase over $5,000 receives a 2% rebate toward your tuition.
Gift cards are purchased through the Rectory; payment by cash or check (made out to OLPH).
Gift cards are available in the Rectory during business hours.
Receive your rebate ("chit") toward any Catholic institution, grades Pre-K through College. Please see below. In April, turn in your chits to redeem them for your 5% rebate.
GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE:
- Acme ~ $25 & $50 & $100 gift cards
- Giant ~ $25 & $50 & $100 gift cards
- ShopRite (also good for Price Rite) ~ $25 & $50 & $100 gift cards
- Roy Tweedy ~ $10 certificates
- Colonial Village (SPRINGFIELD) ~ $10
- Kohl’s ~ $25 & $50 & $100 gift cards
- CVS ~ $25 gift cards
- Macy’s ~ $25 gift cards
- Ross ~ $ 25 gift cards
- T.J. Maxx / HomeGoods / Marshalls ~ $25 gift cards
- Bath & Body Works ~ $10 & $25 gift cards (new)
- Starbucks ~ $10 gift cards (new)
- Old Navy/Gap ~ $25 gift cards (new)
- Uber/Uber Eats ~ $25 gift cards (new)
Redemption of Scrip Chits:
- Chits can be redeemed for any Catholic‑based educational institution, at any level (Pre-K through college). This also includes a Parish’s PREP program.
- The chit redemption check will be made out directly to the institution to be in compliance with Archdiocese of Philadelphia guidelines.
- Any chits not presented during the redemption period will be used for general church purposes. Chits cannot be carried over past the deadline.
ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE RECTORY AT 610-543-1046
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Daily Readings
Readings for the week of November 23, 2025
- Sunday: 2 Sm 5:1-3 / Ps 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5 (see 1) / Col 1:12-20 / Lk 23:35-43
- Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20 / Dn 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56 / Lk 21:1-4
- Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45 / Dn 3:57, 58, 59, 60, 61 / Lk 21:5-11
- Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28 / Dn 3:62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67 / Lk 21:12-19
- Thursday: Dn 6:12-28 / Dn 3:68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74 / Lk 21:20-28
- Friday: Dn 7:2-14 / Dn 3:75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81 / Lk 21:29-33
- Saturday: Dn 7:15-27 / Dn 3:82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87 / Lk 21:34-36
- Next Sunday: Is 2:1-5 / Ps 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 / Rom 13:11-14 / Mt 24:37-44
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