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Welcome to Nativity BVM

Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish nurtures the Roman Catholic faith by enriching and nourishing the Body of Christ.  ​We strive to fulfill our baptismal call by being the Hands of Christ in sharing our
​individual time, talents and treasures to grow as sacramental people.

40 Days of Lent
​Hope · Reflection · Renewal

Lent Schedule of Services & Events
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Fr. Bell's 2/8 Bulletin Reflection

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Lent Discussion Series - Begins Monday, February 9 at 6:30 pm · CR
Join us on February 9, 16, and 23, and March 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room for a special Lenten series featuring video talks by Dr. Scott Hahn. Each session will include guided discussion, Bible study, and prayer, all centered on the Seven Last Words of Christ as recorded in Scripture.

Hosted by Deacon Bill, this series offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the saving work of Our Lord.

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KOC Lenten Crab Cake Pick Up - February 14 & 15
Pick up of crab cakes ordered for Ash Wednesday are on February 14 and 15. Palm Sunday pre-sale will be from March 14 to 22 with pickup on March 28/29. Crab cakes are $7 each and come frozen in boxes of 4 ($28), 6 ($42) and 12 ($84).

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Men’s Group Meets on Monday, February 16 at 7:00 pm (Brick Building)
Our Men's Group welcomes parishioner, lector and fitness instructor, Gino Benedetti at our meeting. Gino will speak on men's fitness and health and demonstrate a sample program on maintaining mobility, balance and strength. All men of the parish are invited to join us.

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Distribution of Ashes - February 18
Ashes will be distributed at 8:00 am Mass, 12:05 pm Mass, 5:00 pm Family Service and 7:00 pm Mass.

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Stations of the Cross & Benediction on Friday during Lent at 7:00 pm · Church
Praying the Stations of the Cross invites us to walk with Jesus on the road to Calvary, reflecting on His love and sacrifice for us. This traditional Lenten devotion helps us unite our own struggles to Christ and prepare more deeply for the joy of the Resurrection.

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Help shape the future of the Catholic Church of Philadelphia. Your voice matters.
The Catholic Church of Philadelphia is not defined by its structures, but by its greatest treasure: its people. To plan its future, the Church of Philadelphia is working with the Steier Group, a national Catholic fundraising firm, to conduct a campaign planning study. Please accept the invitation to share your feedback on the Catholic Church of Philadelphia’s proposed plans. This is our moment to renew the Catholic Church of Philadelphia - to strengthen parishes, form missionary disciples, and bring Christ to a world in need. Your voice matters! Impact our future by taking our survey, ​which is open now through February 27. Survey Link

Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday Vigil: 5pm
Sunday: 7am, 8am, 10am * & Noon
* Live Streamed on YouTube

​Weekday Mass Schedule
Mon-Sat: 8am*
(9am on Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving)

Confession
Saturdays: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Adoration Chapel
Monday-Friday 8:30am-8pm
Nativity Of the Blessed Virgin Mary
30 East Franklin Street,
Media, PA 19063
Telephone: 610-566-0185
Fax: 610-566-2873
Email: [email protected]
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*This email isn't monitored on evenings and weekends. For emergencies or immediate needs, please call the rectory at 610-566-0185.
Rectory Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9am-1pm
Sat & Sun: Closed



​Sunday parking options:
  • TD Bank Lot- NO PARKING
  • Cavanagh Funeral Home- enter off of Monroe St.
  • Nativity BVM Parish Center- enter off of Gayley St.
  • Nativity BVM (Lifeworks) School - enter off of Edgemont St.
  • Flagship Corporate Center Garage- enter off of Baltimore Pike
  • Baltimore Avenue Public Parking Garage- enter off of Olive St. or Baker St. 
  • On street parking -Franklin St., Monroe St., Gayley St., Church St.- please do not block crosswalks

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  • Home
    • ABOUT
    • Pastor's Reflection
    • Bulletin
    • Mass and Confession Times
    • Staff
    • Donate
    • Parish Calendar and Events
    • Submit an Event
    • Calvary Cemetery
    • Safe Environment for Volunteers
  • Lent
  • Sacraments
    • Baptism
    • Reconciliation
    • First Communion
    • Confirmation
    • Marriage
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Funerals
    • Holy Orders
  • Ministries
    • Devotions
    • Education and Youth Ministry
    • Faith Formation
    • Liturgical Ministries
    • Service and Outreach Ministries
    • Social Ministries
    • Walking with Purpose
  • MPRC School
  • PREP
  • Hallow App
  • Next Gen Parish
    • Next Generation Parish Prayer
  • Podcasts