Use this link to support St. Mary's Safety Improvements: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/o/smsp/article/2549041
12 months ago, St. Mary's Church
Middle and High School students in Grades 6 - 12 are invited to BREAKTHROUGH Youth Nights. Confirmed teens may volunteer to help as well. Sign up to help or to be a participant here:
https://www.stmaryswormville.org/o/smsp/page/breakthrough-youth-nights-grades-6-12
12 months ago, St. Mary's Church
ST. MARY'S PARISH OUTREACH is once again collecting non-perishable food for Thanksgiving for families in need . Please see the posted graphic for requested items. We ask that you do not donate turkeys or other perishables as we do not have the facilities to store them.
In lieu of perishable food you may donate a gift card to Tops or Wegmans. Please leave your donated card at St. Mary's Parish Office marked for St. Vincent de Paul Society.
If you have any questions you can call Pat Fitzgerald at 716-689-0815.
If your family or a family you know is in need this season and would appreciate receiving Thanksgiving food items, contact St. Mary's Parish Office 716-688-9380 this week.

If your family or a family you know is in need this season and would appreciate receiving Thanksgiving food items, contact St. Mary's Parish Office 716-688-9380.
12 months ago, St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's Parish Office will be closed in observance of Veterans' Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The staff of St. Mary's is grateful to all veterans for their service to and sacrifices for our country. God bless our veterans.
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church

Today is the last day for Meat Raffle PRESALE tix! Don’t miss this super fun event on 11/8 that supports St. Mary School’s HSA. Click here to purchase: stmaryschoolswormville.org/meat

about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
We will explore the meaning of each episode with Scripture and discussion in our 90-minute time of prayer, reflection, and faith sharing. A free study guide with scripture, questions, etc., is provided. Use the link below to open the registration form, learn more, and see a video trailer. Your registration helps us to prepare the resources we need.
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/TheChosen1to5
For questions, please contact Dick Marchessault by phone (716) 221-0046 or the Catholic Education Office at (716) 688-0599.
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church

Yes, it’s time to start thinking about Pre-K & Kindergarten for the Fall of 2026! St. Mary School, Swormville will host their Fall Open House for grades PK - 2 on Thursday, October 16 at 5:30 PM. Walk-ins are welcome! Tour the school, meet teachers & speak with current families. Also browse the selections in our Fall Book Fair from Monkey See Monkey Do.

about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's ANNUAL PET BLESSING in celebration of The Feast of St. Francis will be held at St. Mary's on Saturday, October 4th at 2:00 PM on the front steps of the school, facing Transit Road. All furry, feathered and scaly pets are welcome and must be on a leash or in a pet carrier.
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
Please prayerfully consider leading the Rosary before a weekend Mass during October. You do not have to be a Rosary expert” as a script is provided.
Please SIGN UP with the following link or contact Hope Chavanne at 716-479-5043. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CABA72FA7FD0-58819718-october#/
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church

First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, October 4 at St. Mary's Church:

The monthly First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary takes place at St. Mary's, after the Saturday, October 4th 9:00 AM Mass. We will pray the Holy Rosary with scriptural meditation, hear Mary's message given at Fatima, and offer prayers to The Immaculate Heart of Mary to grow closer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and in reparation for sacrileges against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

A priest will be available after 9 AM Mass for the Sacrament of Penance.

Use this link to learn more about this devotion: First Five Saturdays Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/o/smsp/page/first-five-saturdays-devotion-to-the-immaculate-heart-of-mary

about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
*Cub Scout New Member Recruitment Night!*

Calling all youth (and parents) interested in joining Cub Scouts at St. Mary’s! Come to an informational meeting here at St Mary’s on Monday, September 29th, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM in Parish Center Room 108. Come see all the fun you can have as a Scout!
Accepting boys and girls in grades K-5. Adult leadership positions are also available as we start to transition our current leadership team. Questions? Contact Donnie Chilcott (dchilcott1978@gmail.com) or Amy Vaillancourt (ajv8604@gmail.com).
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
Eight (8) hours left to sign up for the Men's Christ Renews Welcome Retreat! https://form.jotform.com/230406168176152
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church

Deadline to register for this weekend's Men's Retreat is tomorrow, Tues., 9/16, @ 11:59 PM! Sign-up, now, for the experience of a lifetime: https://form.jotform.com/230406168176152. We hope to welcome you on September 20th. Bring a friend!

about 1 year ago, Together in Christ Family Communications
Men, please read this insightful reflection. Ladies, please show this to the men in your life. Men, think about it and pray about it - should you attend the Christ Renews Welcome Retreat next weekend? More info.: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/o/smsp/page/christ-renews-his-parish-welcome-20-retreats
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
Students in grades 6 - 12 are invited to our first B REAKTHROUGH Youth Night of the new school year on Monday, September 15 @ 6:30 PM in St. Mary's gym (enter at Door B-1). We hope to see you there! Sign up with the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CABA72FA7FD0-breakthrough1#/
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
All are welcome to join our Sacred Heart of Jesus faith community for their monthly First Friday devotion, tomorrow, September 5th after 8 AM Mass,. We will pray the Rosary before Our Lord present in the Holy Eucharist. Adoration closes with Benediction at 4 PM. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and Diocesan Shrine is located at 5337 Genesee St. in Bowmansville.
about 1 year ago, Together in Christ Family Communications
What is Children's Liturgy of the Word?
Beginning at the 9:00 AM Mass on September 7th, children (PreK-Grade 5) are dismissed from Mass to a separate area to hear the readings from the Children’s Lectionary. They are accompanied by a catechist (teacher) and a helper. Parents are welcome to attend with their children.
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
Ready to take the next step in your faith journey? Would you like to learn more about the Catholic Church? Do you wish to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Penance, and/or Confirmation? Sign up today for OCIA, Order of Christian Initiation for Adults. Classes begin in September.
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
Please plan to save your returnable bottles and cans from your Labor Day get togethers for the St. Mary's Boy Scout Troop 92 Eagle Project Drive-thru Bottle & Can Drive on September 13-14, 2025.

Bottles/cans may be dropped off Sept. 13 (2:00 - 6:00 pm) and Sept. 14 (7:00 am - 1:00 pm). This will help support upcoming Eagle Projects for scouts in our troop. Look for the redemption truck parked in the St. Mary School lot along Transit Rd. Drive through on your way to/from Mass, and our scouts will remove the bags from your vehicle. Thank you for your continued support!!
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church
We thank God for the lovely summer evening last Friday night for our Solemnity of the Assumption outdoor Mass and BYOPicnic.
about 1 year ago, St. Mary's Church