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FROM THE PASTOR Later this month, our country will observe the anniversary of the tragic and deplorable decision of the US Supreme Court that sanctioned the destruction of human live through the legalization of abortion. We repudiate the contention of a misguided Court that holds that a woman's right to privacy over her body supersedes the right of the child in her womb. No violence is ever private; it always has public consequences. The teaching of the Catholic Church on the dignity of the human person and the sanctity of life reminds us of the fact that all life, from the moment of conception until natural death, is sacred because it is a gift from God. Only God can determine when life begins and when it should end. No court decision or majority vote can morally justify the taking of innocent life, especially the life of a child in the womb. Wherever life is threatened, it is the moral responsibility of the Catholic community to defend the right to life and work aggressively to insure that the human rights of all people are upheld. Living our Catholic faith means making our Catholic beliefs the anchor of our lives; living them all the time every day, both in our private homes and our public choices; living them in our families, friendships, work environments and social and political decisions. Anything less is lukewarm. Anything less ignores Christ's call to be leaven in the world and to "make disciples of all nations." Although we consistently uphold the sanctity of life at conception, that does not allow us to ignore the issues that effect the quality of life from birth until death. How we treat the weak, the infirm, the elderly, the unborn child and the foreigner reflects our own humanity. We become what we do, for good or for evil. In an effort to enhance the quality of life of some of the poorest among us, St. Patrick's Parish in Lawrence has recently opened a Food Center called COR UNUM that is dedicated to welcoming all who are in need. The volunteers who staff this Center are dedicated to serving all who enter with the dignity, respect, and love that one reserves for the Lord Jesus Christ. They recognize that our Catholic faith demands that we treat all as we treat Christ. Cor Unum needs volunteers to help serve food, bus tables, and clean up after meals. It is my hope that parishioners form St. Patrick's in Natick will generously respond and volunteer their time on a monthly basis. An information meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 24th at 8:00 PM in the Lower Church Hall for those interested in joining us who believe that no man, woman, or child should ever go hungry. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 1/14 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass Antonio, Antonette & John Leone, Luisa Valenti, Mary Young, William J. Gassett, Armando & Dina Frongillo
PLEASE PRAY FOR Fr. Frank Manning, Fran Quaranto, Gary Soares, Francis Burke, Patrick Burke, Philip Allen, Felicia Quesada, Charlene Lombardi, Patricia Finnegan, Rita Marso, Harold Davis, Lucille Belmore, Ralph Vaccari, Leonard White, Harold Kashala, Robert Goldkamp, Ed Saunders, Jr., Richard Guerin, Kay I. Zinna, Maryann Webster, Helen MacDonald, Julie Branton, Catherine MacLellan, Jim Campbell, Wilma Verge, Ricky Webster, Eleonore Santospago, Eileen Dennis, Jordan Pascucci, Elaine Ruda, Ulysse Richard, Dave Markow, Lucy Grupposo, Marie Smith, Joel Dennis, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Thomas Kean, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, James Phillips, James Atherton, Barbara DiVaio, Barbara Waite, Gregory S. Giallonardo, Angela Marie Cobb, Celia Pasquarosa, Mike Fitzgerald and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of January 14 will burn in prayer for Carol (McGovern) Larsen, Lillian A. McGovern, Barbara Nyhen. If you would like a LAMP in our Church or Adoration Chapel burning for one week, in memory of a loved one or for a special intention, please call the rectory (508) 653-1093. PARISH SUPPORT Budgeted Actual $14,000.00 $17,269.00 $3,269.00 Stewardship "To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit." (1 Corinthians 12:7) Saint Paul tells us that God has blessed each of us for a reason. How has God blessed you? Are you using your gifts according to God's plan, helping to do His work here on earth? St. Vincent De Paul Thank you for your continuing assistance, particularly during the holiday season. Special thanks to Joan Murphy and the members of the Respect Life Ministry for another successful Jesse Tree Project; they brought joy to many people by their hard work. Pine Street Inn Ministry The Pine Street Inn Ministry is looking for volunteers to serve the evening meal on Saturday, February 3rd and Saturday, March 3rd. Please call Ann Regan at 508-650-1902 if you are interested. St. Linus' Christian Book Group We will meet again on Thursday, February 1 at 7 pm in the Norton Center. The discussion for the evening will concern the book, The Fifth Mountain by Paulo Coelho, author of The Alchemist. The Fifth Mountain retells the story of Elijah. For more information or to join in contact Karen Mallozzi at 508-651-9788 or Kmallozzi@aol.com. Religious Education Classes for the Religious Education program will resume on the following dates: Pre-K through 4th grade on Sunday, January 21st at 10:15
Sunday Morning
CAP Training
IF you HAVE NOT attended you must attend a session. The next session is scheduled for Thursday, January 25 at 7 p.m. in the lower church hall. You must call to register with Deacon James Crump at the rectory at 508-653-1093 x35. Adoration Ministry St. Patrick Parish is blessed to have a perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel for more than 10 years. In order to have a constant vigil of prayer before The Blessed Sacrament we must make sure each hour is covered by a designated adorer. We are in urgent need of permanent adorers. You will come to cherish this one hour a week with Jesus. "Could you not sit one hour with me?" Call Anne Reilly at 508-655-8516 to sign up. The Adoration Ministry Meeting for all hourly coordinators will be held Tuesday, January 23 at 7:30 pm in the Joseph Center. All adorers and interested parishioners are also invited. Call Ann Reilly at 508-655-8516 if you have any questions. Catholic Schools Open Houses St. Bridget School, 832 Worcester Road, Framingham, January 30, 2007, 9:00-10:00 am. Accepting applications for K1 (4 year olds) through Grade 6. For more information call 508-875-0181 x229. St. Paul School, 10 Atwood Street, Wellesley, January 18, 2007, 9:30-11:00 am. Full-day pre-kindergarten through Grade 8. For directions or more information, please call 781-235-1510. St. Tarcisius School, 560 Waverly Street, Framingham, Open House and Science Fair, Tuesday, January 30, 6:30 p.m. Early childhood program (age 3&4), Kindergarten through Grade 7. For additional information please call 508-872-8188. The Parish Office will be closed
Prayer for Vocations Dear God, you have created us in your own image and have given us so many gifts. We ask you to bless us all, so that we may know best how to love you and each other with those gifts. We pray especially for those young men and women who are searching for ways to serve you in love. May they be open to all that you may ask. We pray for those who study for the priesthood and religious life, that their preparations may bring to the church happy and holy priests and religious men and women. We ask this, through Christ the Good Shepherd.
Cor Unum Help Needed The Cor Unum Food Center in Lawrence, MA, needs volunteers to help in serving the evening meal. We are hoping to have a group from Saint Patrick Parish volunteer their services once a month to assist them in this effort. An information meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, January 24th, at 8 pm in the Lower Church Hall for those who would like to obtain additional information. Safety for All In an effort to make sure our building is a secure place for all during the celebration of Mass, parents please accompany your children when they need to use the rest room. In this way we will all be assured that our youngsters are safe at all times. |
