"Welcoming, charitable, and empowered to live the Gospel"
Our Mother of Good Counsel,
located in Bryn Mawr, PA,
just 20 minutes west of Philadelphia,
welcomes all!
Snow Days
Dear Friends,
This past Saturday the first real snow storm of the season arrived. Ever since I became a high school Principal in 1994 I have dreaded snow storms. Snow presents a lot of headaches. There are parking lots to be plowed and sidewalks to be shoveled. Steps need to be swept and salt needs to be spread. And no matter how hard and long one works to clear away the snow and ice, someone is bound to find that one remaining patch of ice and go crashing to the ground.
When I looked out the window on Saturday morning and saw the snow, I thought to myself, “Here we go again.” As I walked around the property, I was grateful to observe how quickly the parking lot and sidewalks were being cleared. Those dealing with the snow were clearly on top of the situation.
As my anxiety eased, I began to notice how beautiful the snow was. Then I got to thinking about how much I used to love the snow. I smiled recalling childhood’s wonderful sledding adventures with my brothers. As I continued my walk to the end of the parking lot, I stood staring at Lancaster Avenue. I was struck by how quiet and peaceful that crazed, traffic infested road had become. As I walked back to the rectory I realized that in my situation (safe, warm, and well fed) the snow was my friend. The snow had decided that I wasn’t going anywhere and no one was coming to see me. The snow had decided that I needed some time to just be.
We live in a 24/7 world. Many of us are constantly on the move. Who I am and what I do can often become too intertwined. The next time the snow invites us to slow down, let’s try to remember that the snow may be our friend.
God Bless!
Father Denny
Time, Talent and Treasure
Did you attend our Tent Event on the weekend of September 24-25? If not, check out what you missed here!
Representatives from all of our Ministries, Committees, Vision Action Teams and many more were on hand to inform, advise, promote and, of course, share the popcorn! It was a beautiful day and fun for all.
If you missed it and may be interested in any of our numerous ministry and outreach opportunities, you can email us or, better yet, submit our online volunteer form for more information.
Parking at Our Mother of Good Counsel
While we can’t supply you with fruits and vegetables while the Acme is being renovated — we want to assure you that we have plenty of parking here at OMGC! During this time of transition at the Acme, please be aware that, during most Mass times, many parking spots are available. Please feel free to use our lots both in the front (by our gym) and in the back behind the church.
Vision Survey Results
Read the results of our Vision Survey.
Morning Prayer at OMGC
Here at Our Mother of Good Counsel, each Monday through Saturday morning, we celebrate Morning Prayer in common following the 8:00am Mass. Everyone is invited (around 8:30am) to join us in the daily chapel for this beautiful way to begin the day!
Parish Reminders
Electronic Giving
You can sign up for Electronic Giving at any time. Your contribution can be conveniently transferred from your account directly to the church on a monthly or bi-monthly basis. If at any time you wish to suspend or alter your participation, simply notify the office and we will gladly accommodate your request.
You can sign up for e-Giving right now! Just download the eGiving Form, complete it and mail it to our office.
If you have any questions or need a further explanation of the program, please contact Peggy Juhline at pjuhline@omgcparish.net or call 610-525-0147, ext. 225.
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