Special Presentation at ABVM Church At one time or another all of us are confronted with end of life concerns for our self or our loved ones. Special Guest Speaker, Deacon and Physician Alfred J. Mauriello II will present an overview of the Church’s teaching on complex medical and ethical issues related to the end of life. Deacon/Dr. Mauriello will provide a power-point presentation on the Church’s teachings on Thursday, November 29th at 7:00 pm in the Assumption BVM Parish Life Center (Lower Level). Come early (6:45) and enjoy a cup of coffee and refreshments with your fellow parishioners. There will be a handout as well as ample time for discussion and an opportunity for questions on end of life and other medical/ethical issues. Questions? Call the ABVM Parish Office at 610-869-2722.

We are in need of volunteers to help with our annual Parish Fall Clean-up! We ask that you come to the front of the ABVM Church at 8:00 am with gloves, rakes, shovels, and/or wheel barrows. Attention Youth: This is a great community service opportunity! Youth must be accompanied by an adult. For questions, contact Bob DiMarco at leftfrontdoor1@verizon.net or call 610-420-6677.

ALL SAINTS DAY Thursday, November 1st Holy Day of Obligation 6:30 am Mass, 10 am Mass, 7:00 pm Mass ALL SOULS DAY Friday, November 2nd 8:15 am Mass 7:00 pm Mass of Remembrance Join us as we remember our loved ones who have gone before us. Light Refreshments following the Mass of Remembrance.

Performs a musical menagerie of patriotic music under the direction of MICHAEL XAVIER LUNDY Main Church For information: 302-766-5136 or www.michaelxavierlundy.com FREE ADMISSION/FREE WILL OFFERING

PATRIOTIC ROSARY Monday, November 7th, 7:00 pm, Assumption BVM Church On the eve of Election Day, we will gather as a parish community and pray a very special Patriotic Rosary. We ask God’s continued guidance and blessings upon our country.

Want to offer a memorial or tribute gift to a living or deceased family member or friend? A catalog of Memorial and Tribute Gifts has been posted on the Assumption BVM Parish website. Please go to assumptionbvmwestgrove.org/memorial-and-tribute-gifts. Gifts include candle sticks for the altar; chalices for the Sacred Blood; vestments for important feasts; bedding for Family Promise; and, altar flowers for selected occasions. Browse the catalog to see what gift might be of interest to you. If you are interested in donating for one of these worthy causes, please contact Dennis Shannon at 610-345-1480 or e-mail Dennis at denbet67@verizon.net. The Parish will handle ordering and other logistics.