Mr. William Bender, a member of St Raymond for many years, passed away on May 11th. He leaves his wife Joanna and five children. Bill was a regular at our 5pm Mass and a retired Phila. Police Officer. His funeral will be Friday, May 18 at 11am. Friend may visit with the family starting at 10am. He will be buried at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
Shirley Picket – RIP
Mrs. Shirley Picket, a long time member of our Church passed to eternal life. She leaves her husband, her son and many friends to mourn her death. Her funeral will be at St Raymond on monday, May 14th at 11am (with a viewing starting at 10am). She will be buried at Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Springfield. May she rest in peace.
Resolution of Priest Cases
Archbishop Chaput held a press conference on Friday, May 4 announcing the resolution of the allegation against eight (8) priests. Let us continue to pray for all those who are impacted – the victims, the accusers, the families, the parish communities and the larger Church. Please read the documents released by the Archdiocese:
REVIVAL this WEEK
Richard Lane will be ministering to our community on Monday, April 30 – Tuesday, May 1 – Wednesday, May 2. Your faith will be REVIVED through dynamic preaching, uplifting music and the love of our God. Join us each night in the Church at 7pm. Light refreshments available BEFORE Revival each evening starting at 6:20pm.
REVIVAL is Coming!!!
Mr. Richard Lane will preach our Revival on April 30, May 1 and May 2 at 7pm each night (in the Church). The Revival will feature inspiring preaching, amazing music and an opportunity for prayer. All are welcome – Jesus wants us there!
Anointing Masses on April 21 & 22
Our Parish Family will celebrate the Sacrament of Anointing the Sick as we pray with all in our community who suffer from serious illness or chronic medical conditions. If you desire to receive the Sacrament, please call the Parish Office at 215-549-3760. Mary, Comfort of the Sick, pray for us!
Holy Week Liturgies
Join us for Holy Thursday Mass at 7pm; Good Friday Service at 3pm and Stations at 7pm; Holy Saturday Vigil at 7pm and Easter Sunday Mass at 10am. Let God’s glory enter your life in a new way by being present for these amazing liturgies!
Gospel Luncheon on Mar. 24th
The Women’s Day Ministry will host a Gospel Luncheon featuring T. Kevin Belton and the Phila. Alumni Choir on Saturday, March 24th from 1pm to 4pm in the Parish Hall. Tickets are $10. All are welcome. Call 215-549-3760 for information.
R.I.P – Dr. Patreece Thompson, MD
Dr Patreece Thompson, lovingly known to many simply as “Doc”, died on March 15th after a long battle with cancer. Patreece was a member of the Gospel Choir and played for 3rd Sunday Singers for many years. Her funeral will be on Sat., March 24th at 10am at St. Francis Church in Germantown. There will be a Memorial Mass at St. Raymond in the Spring.
Earl Johnson Suffers a Stroke
Earl, our faithful Van Driver, suffered a stroke on March 14th. He is recovering at Abington Hospital. His family has asked that there be no visitors until Earl is ready (at least a week). Pray for his healing!



