September 24, 2025

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Dear Parishioners,

In the gospel parable of the rich man and Lazarus, the rich man lived in luxury, while Lazarus lived in poverty. The rich man dined sumptuously, while Lazarus ate scraps off the ground. The rich man was clothed in fine linen, while Lazarus was clothed in sores. The rich man enjoyed the company of his father and five brothers, while Lazarus lay in the company of dogs licking at his sores.

In death, their situations are reversed. Lazarus is comforted, while the rich man suffers. Only then does he raise his eyes to see Lazarus. He cries out for a drop of water from the one he ignored his whole life. In desperation, he begs for his brothers to be warned to repent, lest they, too, end up in torment. It is all too little, too late.

If only, in his life, the rich man had paid attention to Lazarus, suffering and in need at his door. If only he had listened to the word of God, calling through the prophets, to not live selfishly and trample upon the poor. If only he had cared for others beyond himself. If only.

Have we yet fully realized that the things we rely on for support and fulfillment – wealth, power, pleasure, to name a few – are fleeting, temporary? We can’t take any of them to eternity with us.

Jesus does not share this parable to “threaten us” with eternal torment, but to offer a moral exhortation that what we do in this life matters – there are eternal consequences to our actions. What he wants is for us to learn to love as he loves, especially in showing mercy and generosity, and not being indifferent to the plight of those less fortunate and in need. In so doing, we conform ourselves more to him, opening the way to an eternity of riches. 

Every Eucharist is an opportunity to return to God, to repent and accept the mercy he offers through the sacrifice of his only Son. With his grace, we go from this place to be his hands of mercy in the world – loving as he loved – that one day we might share in his eternal reward.

God Love Ya!
Fr. Reilly




It is with great news that I announce that our parish prayers have been heard and we will be adding a new addition to the clergy status here. I have been informed by the Archbishop that we will be receiving a Parochial Vicar.

We will warmly welcome Rev. Ganong Suh (Fr. Joseph) sometime in mid or late October. 

Fr. Joseph will be coming to us from Cameroon, Africa. Before he arrives here, he will be spending time with Fr. Wilfred, parochial administrator of St. Martin de Porres in North Philadelphia, and the only other Cameroon priest stationed in the Archdiocese. Fr. Wilfred will help Fr. Joseph navigate living in the US and acclimate him to the archdiocese and Catholic culture here. When the Office of Clergy decides he is ready, they will send him out to live in the beautiful countryside of West Chester.

I have spoken with Fr. Joseph via Zoom and he is very excited to be coming here to minister to our parish families. The official language of Cameroon is French and English, so his understanding and speaking of the English language is second nature to him. I personally enjoyed our conversation and understood everything that was said. 

Fr. Joseph's visa is only good for 3 years here in the US and we are not guaranteed to have him for all those years. Therefore, our Mass schedule will remain the same and we will continue to be stuck with the rain and Fr. Dennis!!

I pray and ask you to warmly welcome him, as you did me and be patient with Fr. Joseph as he continues to grow accustomed to the rolling hills of Chester County. I am confident that you will all inspire him as our new parochial Vicar; as you do to me everyday as your Pastor. 

Please continue to pray for Fr. Joseph, all priests and especially an increase to vocations to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.



ADULT CHOIR is inviting you to sing with us at the 11:30 AM Mass. Choral singing provides many benefits. Rehearsals are typically held on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM.  All voice parts are welcome! 

JOYOUS SOUND guitar group provides the music for one 9:30 AM Mass per month. All singers and guitarists are welcome to join.

Please see the bulletin for music contact information.

POWERPOINT PROJECTION VOLUNTEERS are needed, especially for the 11:30 AM Sunday Masses. Training is provided. See the bulletin for contact information.

Man Up Meet Up 

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 6:45 PM
       An evening of fellowship and growth   

Agenda:
6:45 Door open, light refreshments and conversation
7:15 Introduction
7:20 Presentation: Deacon Nathan Gunn
7:55 Reflection (prompts provided)
8:25 Closing prayer

Register today by visiting: htpps://tinyurl.comSSPPmumu or email:
[email protected]

Looking to be active in faith, but also physically? Come join us for Mass at 9:30 AM and then head over to the school gym for some hoops!

Location: School Gym

Time: Directly after 9:30 AM Mass

Who: Men 18 and older — all skill levels welcome

No teams? No problem. We’ll match up and run games on the spot.

Whether you haven't hit the court in a while or already in mid-season form, come out for good times, solid runs, and a healthy way to start your Sunday.

Please reach out to Trevor Dameika at [email protected] with any questions.

First Friday Holy Hour
 Friday, October 3, 2025 7:00 PM

We invite you to join the Saints Peter and Paul community in honoring the Sacred Heart in Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament on Friday,

October 3 at 7:00 PM. Concluding at 8:00 PM, this First Friday Holy Hour will consist of Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, Evening Prayer, the Litany of the Eucharist.

In the words of Saint Teresa of Calcutta:
“When you look at the Crucifix, you understand how much Jesus loved you then, when you look at the Sacred Host, you understand how Jesus loves you now.”

Welcome Father John Luong, OMV

Next weekend, Fr. John will be visiting our parish on behalf of Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS). Father is a FOCUS National Chaplain and is a religious priest of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary (OMV). He was ordained in 2012 by Archbishop Jose Gomez in Hawaiian Gardens, CA. Prior to his role at FOCUS, he served for six years as Vocation Director for the OMV in Boston and six years as Parochial Vicar at St. Mary’s in Alton, IL.

FOCUS is a national organization serving college students at more than 255 campus/locations including nine international locations, 29 parish venues and nine digital expansion campuses. More than 1048 FOCUS missionaries invite college students into a relationship with Christ and His Church, while equipping them for a lifetime of Catholic evangelization. Fr. Luong is excited to be with us and share the hope of the New Evangelization!

To learn more: please visit: www.focus.org.Welcome Father John Luong, OMV

Next weekend, Fr. John will be visiting our parish on behalf of Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS). Father is a FOCUS National Chaplain and is a religious priest of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary (OMV). He was ordained in 2012 by Archbishop Jose Gomez in Hawaiian Gardens, CA. Prior to his role at FOCUS, he served for six years as Vocation Director for the OMV in Boston and six years as Parochial Vicar at St. Mary’s in Alton, IL.

FOCUS is a national organization serving college students at more than 255 campus/locations including nine international locations, 29 parish venues and nine digital expansion campuses. More than 1048 FOCUS missionaries invite college students into a relationship with Christ and His Church, while equipping them for a lifetime of Catholic evangelization. Fr. Luong is excited to be with us and share the hope of the New Evangelization!

To learn more: please visit: www.focus.org.

Coming Soon: A Repeat Presentation starting October 4, 5, 2025

Do you need a better understanding of the Mass and its rituals? Would you like answers as to why we sit, stand, kneel, and sing? Do you wonder how and why the entire Mass is scriptural? Are you skeptical about how actively participating draws you deeper into the Eucharistic Mystery?

Well, set your alarm a few minutes earlier for the next eight weeks because we will be reprising the popular 2023 “Teaching the Mass” video clips before each weekend Mass, starting on October 4. If you missed it the first time, now is your chance!

Evening Women’s Café 
Monday, October 6, 2025 6:30 PM 

The Women's Evening Cafe will host author, mom, and Saints Peter and Paul parishioner, Jessica Hildebrand, as she shares insights from her book, “Look: The Solution to Stress.” Jessica will offer encouragement, hope, and practical tools for finding peace in the beautiful chaos of being a woman of faith! Join us on October 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM for inspiration, refreshments and fellowship. See the bulletin and website for more details! A free will offering is encouraged to support our ministry!

Parish Bus Trip

Tuesday, October 28 

Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Washington, D.C.

Join us for our bus trip to the National Shrine of the Basilica of the immaculate Conception.  Cost is $110 and includes all shrine activities, roundtrip motor coach transportation, driver’s tip and a 3-course dinner in Baltimore Harbor.  Reservation deadline is September 28.  Please see our parish website or [email protected] for details and to register!

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Dive into A Christmas Carol to prepare for Christmas

Monday, October 20, 2025

As a special program leading up to and including Advent, we will be exploring the Christian lessons contained in the Charles Dickens short novel, A Christmas Carol. Beginning on Monday October 20, participants will meet every other week for five sessions to journey through the Christian principles and issues Dickens brought to light in his beloved classic. To minimize reading requirements, we will be relying primarily on the 1999 movie version of the story.

To sign up, please email [email protected] or use the QR code below.