Our Mother of
Good Counsel

We are in need of people to help us greet and seat people as they enter the church at our Sunday Masses. As people begin to return slowly, we find ourselves in need of people who will warmly welcome our parishioners and guests and help them to find seating that is socially distant in order to keep others safe. If you are able to help with this ministry, please contact Karen at kcarey@omgcparish.net.

At times like these we tend to pay attention to the more important things in life. We may become deeply aware of questions about life, faith and God. If such reflection leads you or someone you know to consider becoming part of the Catholic Church, you might be interested in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). This process of spiritual apprenticeship and formation in discipleship is tailored to the needs of the individual. To find out more, contact Roger Pisani, Pastoral Associate, at rpisani@omgcparish.net or (610) 525-0147 x.234. Our lessons can be virtual when necessary.

Remember Not The Things of the Past: See I Do Something New!
An Online Lenten Retreat for Thriving in “Real Life”

Led by Carol and Roger Pisani

5 Wednesdays: Feb. 24, Mar. 3, Mar. 10, Mar. 17, Mar. 24 (attend any or all)
All sessions 7pm-8:15pm

We all know that Lent is a time for renewal, but what does that really mean?

The book of Ecclesiastes says there is an appointed time for everything. Lent is an appointed season for encountering Christ in such a way that frees us to give up the blocks in our lives so we can thrive here and now in the “life that is REALLY LIFE” (1 Timothy 6:19). When this happens we become living experiences of that life for others: Lenten renewal is about embracing life and joy.

This retreat will help us explore our individual life stories to discern what we may be invited to give up and, at the same time, what we may be invited to embrace at this point in our life journeys.

Through uncovering the wisdom within the Sunday Scripture readings, spiritual exercises and song, we will explore steps to open ourselves to new life and joy - getting in touch with our deepest thirst, learning to see with the eyes of Christ, and trusting in divine love.

Even when all seems lost, God is always doing something new in our lives. Join us on the journey!

This retreat will be offered on the Zoom platform. To register, contact Roger Pisani at (610) 525-0147 x.234 or email rpisani@omgcparish.net with your name, phone number (in case of emergency) and email address. You may register for subsequent weeks even after the first week is finished.

Staying connected is more important now than ever before, yet many remain isolated and lonely due to illness or technology limitations. If you are in this situation or would like a simple way to help alleviate it for others, consider joining us in a new endeavor.

We are looking for parishioners interested in being partnered with other parishioners to form the OMGC Prayer Partners group. It is easy; you will sign up to be either a prayer leader or participant. We will pair you up and then send the prayer leaders the supplies to run the prayer meeting over the phone or a Zoom call four times this year. 
We are limiting our 2021 Prayer Partner groups to 20-25 partner groups.
Please do not miss this fantastic opportunity to pray together, connect with others, get involved in our parish, and most of all, have fun.
To sign up, please contact Michelle or Roger in the office at 610-525-0147 or Email: omgc@omgcparish.net. Sign up deadline is February 28, 2021.

Are you suffering from the wound of abortion? A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat is a nonjudgmental, safe, loving, and confidential environment. Come experience the mercy and compassion of God by attending the upcoming retreat. The experience will give you hope for your future and freedom from the pain within your heart and soul.

Post-Abortion Healing Retreat
March 5th – 7th, 2021
IHM Spiritualty Center, Malvern, Pennsylvania
For information call:
Georgeann 484-955-4278
or Susan 610-716-4795 Rachel’s Vineyard of Greater Philadelphia.

All inquiries are strictly confidential. Financial aid is offered if needed. National website: www.rachelsvineyard.org

SUNDAY
7:30 AM*
9:30 AM*
11:15 AM*

MONDAY - FRIDAY
6:30 AM
7:30 AM*

SATURDAY
7:30 AM*
5:00 PM* (VIGIL MASS)

*We will continue to Live Stream these Masses on OMGCPARISH.net and Facebook.com/omgcbrynmawr

During this time of the pandemic, when fewer people are attending church in person, there is a need for altar servers. I hesitate to assign young people to serve unless they feel free to come to Mass. If you would like to help us by serving Mass on the weekends or during FUNERALS, please contact Fr. John or call Michelle at the parish office at 610-525-0147.

We know that some of our parish community members do not feel comfortable coming to Mass but would like to receive Holy Communion. The Archdiocese encourages priests to continue to bring Holy Communion to those who are homebound because of age and/or health issues. If you or a family member want a visit from one of the priests, please call the parish office.

If you need a ride to the doctor, shopping, etc., call Pat Mallon 610-896-7038 or call the parish office 610-525-0147, Monday - Thursday 8:30-4:30 and Friday 9-3, ask for Michelle or Donna.

Our parish records need updating.
Please provide the parish office the following information:

• Parish ID number
• Family Name
• Household Members Names
• Home Address
• Email 1 address
• Email 2 address
• Phone 1 number
• Phone 2 number

Please call 610-525-0147 or email this information to omgc@omgcparish.net.

Will take place virtually this year on Saturday, March 6th. Despite our hope that the virus would abate, and we could have an in-person gathering, the surge in cases since December has made us proceed in deference to the health and wellbeing of the attendees with a virtual conference. The conference will be streamed via Zoom to all registrants. This year’s lineup of speakers is tremendous and will be an inspiration to all participants – Fr. Mike Schmitz, whose Bible in a Year podcast is #1 in the nation. He appeals to all Catholics but has a special gift in reaching young adults. Bishop Joseph Coffey, originally a priest in the archdiocese, and now auxiliary bishop to the Military will also speak at the conference. We welcome Col. Tom Manion, chairman of the Travis Manion Foundation which supports military families in honor of his son, Travis, who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan. Deacon Steve Javie, former NBA ref. will provide our reconciliation talk. Registration is on $10 online at manupphilly.com. 

SATURDAY: 11:30 AM to 12:00 noon
or by appointment. 

Observing social distancing in these days of COVID-19, we will hear confessions in the DAILY CHAPEL on the opposite side of the altar from the usual confessional. 

During this time of the pandemic, we will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on the First Fridays of the month in church, from 12 noon until 2 PM. All participants must wear a face mask and observe social distancing. Our next exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be Friday, March 5th, 2021.

The next Faith Sharing meeting is Tuesday, March 2 at 1:00 pm on Zoom. Fr. John Deary will lead these groups. All are welcome! The meeting ID is 818 142 6651.

The Augustinian Laity Group will take place on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, the meetings for March will be on the 2nd and 16th, from 7-8 pm on Zoom. The groups are run by Fr. John Deary. The meeting ID is 818 142 6651.

The Augustinian Volunteers are recent college graduates between the ages of 21-29 who feel called to spend a year in service to others while living in an intentional community. Volunteers serve with local community partners in social service, campus ministry and education placements. By engaging in a way of life inspired by the Augustinian Friars, volunteers experience personal and spiritual development as they build relationships with fellow volunteers and those they serve. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2020-2021 volunteer year for our sites in Lawrence, MA; Philadelphia, PA; San Diego, CA; Ventura, CA; and Chulucanas, Peru. If interested, please visit www.augustinianvolunteers.org or contact us at info@augustinianvolunteers.org 

Because of the Coronavirus, more people are in need of food. Please help us keep our pantry filled by bringing non-perishable goods to OMGC any time you come for Mass or prayer.

There is a basket near the entrance to the church where you can drop off your donations.

Our thanks to all of you who have been so generous!