Knights
of Columbus
Faith, Family
and Fraternity make up the foundation upon which the Knights of
Columbus stands,. Our programs and projects, make a difference in
communities and countries throughout the world. Click here to learn
more about The Knights of Columbus at St. Mary's.
CONTACT: Jody Shollenberger 610-287-6577
Respect
Life Group
St. Mary's Respect
Life Group seeks to provide information, encouragement, and activities
for parishioners in all areas of concern regarding the respect due
all human life, from conception to natural death. We do this through
prayer, witness, and various actions, such as the Mother's Day Rose
Sale, Respect Life Sunday, Christmas Bazaar, and the March for Life
in Washington, D.C. January 22. We welcome new members who are committed
to the Gospel of Life. Contact Jim Rembisz 215.234-8859
Scouting
Volunteers help develop future leaders
of our community, parish and country with activities that foster
qualities of high character, good conduct, patriotism and service.
What does it involve?
Scout leaders teach skills, respect for country, community and self,
encourage service and promote teamwork.
Who should participate?
Scouting is for boys and girls ages 5-17 years. Adults are needed
to lead packs and troops. Mentoring and support resources are available.
Boy
Scouts
St. Mary sponsors
a Catholic Boy Scout program for boys in 5th through 8th grades.
All boys are welcome and may join at any time. The troop focuses
on traditional courting skills including camping, hiking, canoeing
and other outdoor activities. Meetings are held weekly. Each year
the troop attends a weeklong summer camp. Parental support and
involvement is important. Leaders are needed. Experience is not
necessary.
If you would
like information about our Boy Scout Troop 50, George Pinchock
at (610) 287-3970
Girl
Scouts
St. Mary sponsors
a Catholic Girl Scout program for girls ingrades K through 8.Girl
Scouting helps cultivate values, social conscience and self-esteem
in young girls, while also teaching them critical life skills
that will enable them to succeed as adults.
All girls
are welcome and may join at any time. Different aged troops meet
at various weekly/biweekly times. Parental support and involvement
is important. Leaders are needed.
CONTACT:Barb Knoll 610-287-8401
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CYO
The CYO is a
Christian education program centered in parish activities for children
who are members of our CYO. Programs are based on spiritual, service,
cultural, social and athletic projects and activities, which provide
opportunities for the growth of our children. Through our parish
youth programs, our children experience the interest of love for
our parish community for them.
Presently, Saint Mary CYO athletic activities include
both boys and girls basketball teams (4-8 grades), corss country,
soccer, track, girls softball, boys baseball and a cheerleading
squad. These teams are open to eligible children in the parish.
Junior CYO activities are for grades K-8, and include
skating parties and service projects. Adult advisors meet the first
Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the school. All are welcome
to our Board meetings.
CONTACT: Jim Atkins,
Chief Adult Advisor 610-287-8645
Visit
the CYO Website
Ancient
Order of Hibernians
The Ancient
Order of Hibernians (AOH) is a Catholic Irish-American fraternal
organization founded in New York City in 1836. We stand as the oldest
and largest Catholic Lay organization in America and the largest
Irish society in the world. Our motto is “Friendship, Unity
and Christian Charity”. We meet as a group once per month
to discuss Irish and Catholic issues. We also work to provide assistance
to the overall community as well as parishes in the area including
St. Mary. Please click here to visit our website and learn more
about our group and how you can make a difference in your community.
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