Our Mission

 Holy Family Parish of Nazareth is a Christ centered sacramental family modeled after the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. We are dedicated to growing our faith, spreading the Gospel in our community, preserving our rich traditions while looking to the future and living

 as disciples of Jesus Christ. 

COOKS WITH COLLARS ~September 1st-September 30th

Fr. Stokes & Fr. Gabby need your help!

 

Fr. Stokes and Fr. Gabby are representing Holy Family Parish in COOKS WITH COLLARS, the online cooking competition to raise funds for parishes in the Diocese of Allentown. Visit www.cookswithcollars.com to see your favorite priests from around the Diocese, but most importantly our Holy Family Priests, creating delicious kitchen concoctions. Vote early and vote often (deadline Sept. 30) for our top chefs! Remember that all voting          proceeds benefit our parish.

 

  Just to raise the “steaks” (pun intended) ...

For every $20 you donate for Holy Family, you will get 1 raffle ticket. At the end of Cooks with Collars each ticket will be put into a raffle to win DINNER FOR your family cooked by our priests! Vote now at:                                              https://p2p.onecause.com/cookswithcollars/holy-family-nazareth

 

Sign up Genius Link will also be available at the bottom of our website

 in the blue panel below with other parish links.

Something New & Exciting at Holy Family!!
Father Stokes brings Monthly Children's Masses to Holy Family!

Starting in September, the 3rd weekend of each month we will have Children's mass at all weekend masses. A chance for all parish children, Kindergarten through High School, to take a role at mass. A family with multiple grades can sign up for slots in different roles. Children can:

  • Be a reader
  • Take up the Gifts
  • Take up the Collection
  • Hand out programs/bulletins


To sign up simply click on the link below to be directed to the Sign-Up Genius:

Click for Sign Up Genius

Upcoming Holy Family Events

PREP Start Up!

FAMILY HOME STUDY begins Sat. 9/13

IN -PERSON PREP begins WEDS, 9/17

CATECHISTS NEEDED

Grades 5 & 7

Catechists must be a practicing Catholic, who attends Mass regularly and has received Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist and have all Diocesan clearances completed. Reach out to our DRE, Donna Ely, if interested: elyd@holyfamily-edu.org

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OCIA classes to begin in the Fall!


OCIA is a spiritual formation process beginning in October and ending with initiation in the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil. OCIA classes are taught Monday evenings from

6-7:30. These classes are for anyone with interest, no matter what your current denomination.  Please contact our Director of Religious Education, Donna Ely, with any questions or for more information. elyd@holyfamily

 

Children's Liturgy Starts Sept 14th!

Children's liturgy of the word takes place during the 9:00am mass for children ages 3 to first grade from September -May. Children sit with their parents and then are dismissed with their leaders just before the first reading to the church basement. They are picked up from children's liturgy room in the church basement at the end of mass

Cash Bingo Is Back!


Sunday September 21st

$20 entry; 15 games with plenty of specials & 50/50 Raffle.

Doors open at Noon; First Game at 12:45. See you there!

 

Cemetery Fall Clean Up!

Fall Cleanup is scheduled for the week of October 6th - 10th

Please remove all items you wish to keep by Sunday October 5th!

Click below for cemetery guidelines

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PREP Start Up!

FAMILY HOME STUDY begins Sat. 9/13

IN -PERSON PREP begins WEDS, 9/17

CATECHISTS NEEDED

Grades 5 & 7

Catechists must be a practicing Catholic, who attends Mass regularly and has received Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist and have all Diocesan clearances completed. Reach out to our DRE, Donna Ely, if interested: elyd@holyfamily-edu.org

Click For Prep Registration

OCIA classes to begin in the Fall!


OCIA is a spiritual formation process beginning in October and ending with initiation in the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil. OCIA classes are taught Monday evenings from

6-7:30. These classes are for anyone with interest, no matter what your current denomination.  Please contact our Director of Religious Education, Donna Ely, with any questions or for more information. elyd@holyfamily

 

Bible Study ~ The Gospel of Luke

In this 8-part study, Jeff Cavins and Dr. Jeffrey Morrow will show you the beautiful Biblical roots for Mary, the Rosary, and the Mass that are found in Luke, strengthening your prayer life like never before.

Bible Study dates: September 18 & 25, October 2, 9, 16, November 6,13,20 6:30pm-8:00pm in Parish Center

(No Session Oct 23 or 30)

Book Cost: $29 payable to Holy Family Church. To Sign Up: Email Deacon Tom at elyt@holyfamily-edu.org


Children's Masses To Begin In Sept.

Starting in September, on each 3rd Sunday of the month, we will have kid’s masses at each weekend mass. We will invite the youth of our parish to participate as ushers, readers, gift bearers, etc. Please see the Sign Up Genius link below in the blue panel to sign up for a spot, or click on the link below

Click Here

2025 Mass Book is now closed!

Our 2025 Mass book is now filled. We can take private mass intentions should you want a mass in 2025. These private masses will be sent out.


For Information about the 2026 Mass Book and new procedures for the mass book please click below

Click Here for More Information

Bible Study ~ The Gospel of Luke

In this 8-part study, Jeff Cavins and Dr. Jeffrey Morrow will show you the beautiful Biblical roots for Mary, the Rosary, and the Mass that are found in Luke, strengthening your prayer life like never before.

Bible Study dates: September 18 & 25, October 2, 9, 16, November 6,13,20 6:30pm-8:00pm in Parish Center

(No Session Oct 23 or 30)

Book Cost: $29 payable to Holy Family Church. To Sign Up: Email Deacon Tom at elyt@holyfamily-edu.org


Children's Masses To Begin In Sept.

Starting in September, on each 3rd Sunday of the month, we will have kid’s masses at each weekend mass. We will invite the youth of our parish to participate as ushers, readers, gift bearers, etc. Please see the Sign Up Genius link below in the blue panel to sign up for a spot, or click on the link below

Click Here

Regularly Scheduled Meetings

Eucharistic Adoration




Every Weds. 4:30-7:30 and 1st Friday's 9-4


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Morning Rosary

Join us in Praying the glorious mysteries before morning mass Mon-Thurs 8:00am . If mass is at 9AM then Rosary will begin at 8:30am









2nd Wednesday of the Month Next Meeting Wednesday October 8th

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Youth Group

The Journey Continues After Confirmation!



Every 2nd Sunday after the 11:00 am mass.

Next Youth Group meeting: October 12th

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Altar & Rosary Society

1st Tuesday in Parish Center 6:30PM September -June. Next Meeting Tuesday October 27th.


Choir Practice




New members always welcome! Paradise Choir, Holy Family Parish Choir and Folk Group,

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Prayer Group

The Prayer Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30PM in the Church.  All are invited to join us for a special time of prayer and fellowship. We hope to see you there!prayer requests, please email hallmanm034@gmail.com 


Eucharistic Adoration




Every Weds. 4:30-7:30 and 1st Friday's 9-4


Click for more information

Morning Rosary

Join us in Praying the glorious mysteries before morning mass Mon-Thurs 8:00am . If mass is at 9AM then Rosary will begin at 8:30am









2nd Wednesday of the Month Next Meeting Wednesday October 8th

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News & Announcements

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Cash Card Program Needs Volunteers

Weekend Mass Volunteers - No Experience Needed We will show you what to do! Volunteers needed to fill gift card orders before and after mass. Volunteer at your convenience - Quarterly, monthly or weekly! What are you waiting for - contact us today:

hfcc@holyfamily-edu.org, or call rectory office at 610-759-0870

Help Needed At Gracedale

We are in need of volunteer cantors and pianists to help at our Gracedale mass. This mass is on the 4th Saturday of each month at 10AM. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity. If this is something you can assist with, contact the Parish Office. Thanks!

 

All Volunteers! Please note: update needed!

The Allentown Diocese has made changes to their Social Media & Electronic Communications Policy. All clergy, religious, employees and volunteers must sign off on the new acknowledgement form regardless of when you last signed it. This is new for everyone.

 Click Below to access the acknowledgement page, sign and return to parish office - or email to hfp23@rcn.com

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"Men Alive In Christ" Diocesan Conference

Saturday Oct. 11th 8AM - 5PM

Breinigsville, PA . For more information and for registration click below.

Click Here for Registration
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Cash Card Program Needs Volunteers

Weekend Mass Volunteers - No Experience Needed We will show you what to do! Volunteers needed to fill gift card orders before and after mass. Volunteer at your convenience - Quarterly, monthly or weekly! What are you waiting for - contact us today:

hfcc@holyfamily-edu.org, or call rectory office at 610-759-0870

Flowers on the Altar

Flowers for mass are available to order. Email us or call the office to schedule your flower intentions. Altar Flowers are $40.00. You will enjoy the beautification in memory of your loved one or in honor of a special person or event

Diocese of Allentown "Because we are Catholic appeal"

Please take a moment to watch the diocesan Because We Are Catholic Kick Off video to learn more about the program and where the donations are going. Thank you to every generous person who has given to the Because We Are Catholic Appeal. Every penny helps those in need

To see video click here

Diocesan Blood Drive

In honor of St. Januarius the Diocese of Allentown is offering a diocesan wide blood drive. For more information and registration click below.

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MSC Octoberfest


Sunday, October 12th at the Reading Liederkranz, Benefiting the Missionary Sisters of MSC. For details click button below





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Join A Parish Choir!!

For more information contact Anthony Urbano, Music Director at music@holyfamily-edu.org

 Holy Family Parish Choir: Church Choir with organ accompaniment

Rehearsals- 6-7:30 PM on Thursday in the choir loft Performs- Sunday 9AM Mass.

 Folk Group: Church Choir with guitar and keyboard accompaniment Rehearsals- 7-9PM on Sunday in the choir loft

Performs- Every other Sat. 5PM Mass. 

 Paradise Choir: Special Choir for funeral Masses. Rehearsals- 10-11AM Wednesday Performs- Funerals usually take place on weekday or Saturday mornings.

 

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PILGRIMAGE TO THE NATIONAL BASILICA

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Join your fellow faithful of the Diocese of Allentown on Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary! The Pilgrimage begins at 10AM with arrivals and guided tours, The day will end with Mass in the Great Upper Church at 3PM celebrated by Bishop Schlert. Click below for more information

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Flowers on the Altar

Flowers for mass are available to order. Email us or call the office to schedule your flower intentions. Altar Flowers are $40.00. You will enjoy the beautification in memory of your loved one or in honor of a special person or event

Diocese of Allentown "Because we are Catholic appeal"

Please take a moment to watch the diocesan Because We Are Catholic Kick Off video to learn more about the program and where the donations are going. Thank you to every generous person who has given to the Because We Are Catholic Appeal. Every penny helps those in need

To see video click here

Contribution Envelopes ~ Did You Know . . . .

Our Contribution Envelopes are processed through a third party who mail out the envelopes directly to you. We have seen over the past 6 months some issues with the process; mostly due to the problems at the post-office level. We encourage anyone who uses envelopes to use a plain envelope should your envelopes be delayed. Just put your name and address on it. We can look up your information and make sure you get credit for your generosity or get credit for coming to Mass. Throughout the year, we may find some parishioners not using their envelopes for two years or longer. (Which can be for a host of reasons, and that’s ok!). In those instances, we will inactivate their envelopes, saving on postage and helping the environment by not wasting paper. Should you find that this is the case, and you want your envelopes reinstated, just reach out the parish office and we will get you back on the mailing.

 

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