Good News for June 11, 2025
- St. Raymond of Penafort
- Jun 11
- 4 min read
In this Issue:
Drawn Into the Mystery
Conor Donnelly
Saint Maron's Parish + Philadelphia, Pa.
There are parts of my life where I sense God is gently nudging, but I hesitate to go further. Maybe it’s something I need to confront, forgive, or surrender ... but I resist, not because I don’t trust God, but because I’m not sure I’m ready. Still, He waits. I think about how often I pray for clarity but quietly hope the answer will be easy. Today I wonder if God is already speaking – just not in ways I expected. Maybe the deeper truth is not hidden, just unfolding slowly, and my role is to stay near and let it come in time.
This calls for space – space to notice, to reflect, to listen. It’s easy to fill my prayer with words, my days with noise, and my choices with my own assumptions. But what if I gave the Spirit more room to speak – through silence, through stillness, through the quiet weight of a question I don’t rush to answer? When I pause, I sometimes sense a prompting I didn’t create: a small conviction, a gentle call to act or to wait. The challenge is to trust that these moments aren’t random. They’re part of something larger, coming from a voice that invites more than it insists.
And as I begin to notice that voice, I remember that I don’t walk this path alone. Faith isn’t just something I carry; it’s a life I’m drawn into. The mystery of the Trinity isn’t a problem to solve, but a relationship that holds me. When I love, forgive, or simply sit with someone in their need, I catch a glimpse of that communion – the deep and quiet rhythm of giving and receiving. I may never understand it fully, but I don’t need to. I just need to enter into it, again and again. Maybe living in the Trinity just means letting myself be part of love.
Thank you to our Altar Servers
We are so grateful for your service to our church family! May God bless you!
Happy Anniversary
Two St. Raymond couples celebrated wedding anniversaries last week. Praise God for the gift of a happy marriage. Please keep them in your prayers!
Cheer on the Phils with us June 21
We're hosting a Phillies Watch Party on June 21st at 7:15pm! Bring the family, friends, your favorite food, drink and some chairs, and join us as we cheer on the Phillies together! Spread the word!
Next FaceTime with Jesus: July 7 -9 pm
Get more details and the full schedule here.
Sign Up for Summer Camp by July 11!
Looking for a fun and faith-filled summer experience for your little one? St. Raymond Summer Camp is the place to be! Space is limited. Click here for more info and to sign up!
Do you have a child in grades 6th-8th? Please contact Brandi to get them involved in our Middle School Youth Ministry: brandi@saintraymond.net or 215-549-3760.
Parents of 5th-8th Graders: We’ve Got Something for Your Kids.
Looking for a safe, fun, and meaningful way for your child to connect with others and explore life, faith, and purpose? St. Raymond Church invites 5th-8th graders to join us every 4th Sunday for real conversations, great company, and free food!
When: Next meeting is on Sunday, June 22.
Time: 11:45 am - 1:45 pm
Where: St. Raymond Church
Each session unpacks a big topic designed to spark discussion and help kids think deeply about who they are and what they believe—in a welcoming and fun environment!
All are welcome: Register here.
Please Welcome our New Secretary!
Shelley Gandy began working part-time in the office at St Raymond. Her schedule is Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am-1pm.
Cell Phone Reminder
Once again, we need to remind everyone to silence their cell phones during Mass. Unexpected electronic sounds lead others to lose their focus during a time that all hold sacred. So we ask you, please, to honor this request and double-check your phone when you enter church.
Financial Facts
We thank those parishioners who, recognizing God’s gifts to them, make their response in our weekly collection. Your continued support is vital, necessary, and deeply appreciated.
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Budgetary Goal: $13,500.00
Collection & Envelopes: $10,151.50
Monthly Church Maintenance: $1,399.70
REST: $5.00
Catholic Home Missions: $302.00
Social Ministry: $5.00
Total: $11,863.20
Special Collections
June 8-Maintenance
Donate to Support St. Raymond Church
Support St. Raymond with online giving! You can make a one-time or recurring gift by clicking DONATE HERE. Prefer to give on your phone? Text straymond to 833-363-7471 and follow the simple instructions.
You can also scan the QR code to donate..
Please note: We no longer accept Cash App for tithes. You can give via Venmo (@StRaymond-PenafortPhilly), PushPay, Parish Giving, or Envelopes. To request envelopes, email Brandi at brandi@straymond.net. Thank you for your generosity!
Registration is Open!
Registration is now open for the 10th annual Catholic Women's Conference on Saturday, October 18, 2025. We invite you to join us as we explore the beauty of our feminine genius, and we encourage you to bring a friend. An early sellout is expected.
Through the generosity of the Martin de Porres Foundation, the registration fee will be covered. Anyone interested should contact mintabrown@saintraymond.net.
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