Our Mission

Holy Family Parish is a community empowered through the Holy Spirit to promote the Kingdom of God and to extend Christ's presence among us. This vision will be realized with our loving acceptance of all people, through heartfelt openness, parish and family unity, and Spirit led involvement.

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

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

 

MSC Golf Benefit September 12th

9AM Registration

10AM Shotgun Start

Lunch on the Course

Register Before Sept 5th!

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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!

 

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

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Join the Altar & Rosary Society

We invite all women of the parish to join our Altar & Rosary Society and help support an active parish life at Holy Family.

We will have an induction of new members and a prayer service in the church at 6:30 on Tuesday, September 2nd. This will be followed by our monthly meeting in the Parish Center. If you are interested in joining, or for more information, please contact Pattie Ackerman at (610) 657-9781. 

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

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Fun Run Fundraiser at Nazareth Diner! Sept. 11th

Click Below for details

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BISHOP SCHLERT TO VISIT HOLY FAMILY

We are happy to inform you that Bishop Schlert will be here to preside at our 8:30 AM Mass this Thursday, September 4th, as part of the Because We Are Catholic Masses being said throughout the Diocese. Please join us if your schedule allows.

Donut Sunday

Sunday Sept. 14th after the 9am & 11am masses. Please join us for coffee, juice and a donut. Thank you to The Miller Family for sponsoring this month’s Donut Sunday.

Sponsorships~ If you or your family would like to sponsor the cost of a Donut Sunday, contact Sal at salaprile145@gmail.com or (484) 298-3688. A $100 donation provides all the refreshments and helps refresh our supplies. Most importantly, your donation helps us to continue this ministry of fostering community and fellowship in our parish.

 

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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 September 10th

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Youth Group

The Journey Continues After Confirmation!



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

Next Youth Group meeting: September 14th

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Altar & Rosary Society

1st Tuesday in Parish Center 6:30PM September -June. Next Meeting Tuesday September 2nd.


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 September 10th

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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!

 

Job opportunities at Holy Family School

Preschool Teachers Needed - contact Marie Muschlitz at (484) 707-5107 or muschlitzm@holyfamilynazareth.com


Kindergarten Aide Needed - contact Derek Peiffer at (610) 759-5642 or peifferd@holyfamilynazareth.com

 

 

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

Click to access new form

Diocesan "Men Alive In Christ" 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 ANNIVERSARY MASS

Sunday Sept 14th 3PM - Cathedral of St. Catherine of Siena Church, Allentown. ~Register by September 4th

All Married couples from across the Diocese are invited

Doors will open at 2PM for

distribution of certificates.

 

For Information and Registration Click here

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY SISTER!❤❤

Please keep in your prayers this week Sr. Rosemarie Sommers who celebrates the 57th  Anniversary of her first vows to the MSC. She took her final vows on Aug. 26, 1973 here at HF. Congratulations Sister! We are truly blessed to have you as part of our parish family.❤

 

To Read more about Sr. Rosie Click Here

Diocesan Collection Gaza Crisis Relief

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has requested that all Catholics assist in addressing this crisis by donating to special collections. Until September 14th there will be a box in the Narthex. If you would like to donate to this cause, please place your donation in an envelope with your name, address and envelope number on it and place it in this box. You may also make your donation through online giving. We thank you for your caring support!

 

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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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

BECAUSE WE ARE CATHOLIC ANNUAL APPEAL

Many thanks to those who have made a pledge to the Because We Are Catholic Annual Appeal. Making a six-month pledge to the Appeal allows you to maximize the amount that you may give by making monthly payments. Remember, every gift counts, no matter how big or small. Your generosity supports children and families in our own community and throughout the Diocese. You can make your gift online at www.BecauseWeAreCatholic.org

Our parish support is a vital part of this Diocesan-wide effort to serve children and families in our own community and throughout the Diocese of Allentown. Thank you!

· Parish Goal: $103,189.00

· Total Committed: $67,520.15 / Total Collected: $62,675.15

· Number of Donors:   199

 BECAUSE WE ARE CATHOLIC DAILY MASS WITH BISHOP SCHLERT

Wed, Sept. 3 @ 8AM  – St. Joseph, Coopersburg

Thurs, Sept. 4 @ 8:30AM  – Holy Family, Nazareth

 

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