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FROM THE PASTOR There will be a SPECIAL SECOND COLLECTION taken up at all Masses this weekend for EASTER FLOWERS. As we have done in the past, we will decorate our sanctuary in memory of our deceased loved ones as a visible reminder of the new life that is theirs as a result of Easter. Please place your offering in the envelope, write the name of the deceased person on the outside of the envelope, and place it in the second collection. Thank you for your generosity. As we begin this most holy of weeks, the Church commemorates the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord. Our celebration of the sacred mysteries of our faith allow us to be focused upon the victory of Christ over death and our participation in His glorious life that is given to us through our Baptism. The schedule of the events of HOLY WEEK AT ST. PATRICK'S is included in the bulletin and it is my hope that all parishioners will take part in these sacred and solemn ceremonies. Today is PALM SUNDAY and we remember how Jesus was greeted as He entered the city of Jerusalem. Acclaimed as king by the crowd, palm branches were waved and the way made clear for His procession into the city in which He would make all things new by His impending death. As the Passion narrative is proclaimed during the Mass, we are reminded of how fleeting public approval can be and as we echo the sentiment, "Crucify Him," we realize how easily public opinion can be manipulated and the devastating effects of following the crowd. On Tuesday morning,. Archbishop Sean O'Malley will preside at the MASS OF CHRISM in his Cathedral of the Holy Cross and will invite all of the ordained that are present to renew their vows of obedience and fidelity. Our new Archbishop will also bless the Sacred Oils that will be used throughout the Archdiocese for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, the Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders. On HOLY THURSDAY, we begin the SACRED TRIDUUM by recalling the gift of the Eucharist that Jesus Christ has entrusted to His Church as the abiding Memorial of His Real Presence among us. During the Mass at 7:30 PM, Bishop Edyvean will wash the feet of twelve parishioners to recall the command of Christ to be of service to each other. We will take up at a Special Collection for the St. Vincent de Paul Society as a reminder of our need to attend to the poor. At the conclusion of the Mass, Christ, truly present in the Eucharist, will be taken in procession and placed in a Tabernacle away from the Altar. The Church will be stripped bare as we pray in union with the Lord on the night of His agony. The lower Church will remain open until mid-night so that we can all pray quietly. We will conclude the evening with Night Prayer at Midnight. The services on GOOD FRIDAY are beautiful in their simplicity. We begin with Morning Prayer at 8:00 AM. The STATIONS OF THE CROSS will be prayed at Noon. The CELEBRATION OF THE LORD'S PASSION will take place at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Both of these services will contain the Veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion. A special collection will be taken up for the shrines of the Holy Land at both of these services. The most important of all services take place on Saturday evening when the Church gathers in Vigil. During the Liturgy at 7:30 PM, we will bless the Easter fire and light the Paschal Candle from the new fire. The candle, symbol of Christ's triumph over death, is carried in procession through the darkened Church as the reminder that JESUS CHRIST IS THE LIGHT OF LIFE. The Church celebrates in Word and Sacrament the newness of life that is bestowed upon those who believe in Him. It will also be our privilege to welcome at this Mass our Candidates for full membership in the Church. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 4/4 5:30 PM Family Healing Mass
PLEASE PRAY FOR Dave Markow, Susan McIntosh, Anna Amendolla, Marion Welch, Laura Tomlin, Gerry Bellofatto, John Daley, Marie Smith, John Healey, Joel Dennis, Greg Giallonardo, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Tony Amendolla, Anne Casperson, Thoma Kean, Chuck Plaistek, Jane O'Keefe, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, Denise Perreault, Rose Kilmer, Amy Flickenger, Paul Cropper, James Philips, Jean Orme, Nadia DeMasi, Elvira Portyrala, Mike Fitzgerald, and all the sick of the parish, as well as all the faithful departed,especially Gladys McPherson. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of April 4th will burn in prayer for Gerard A. Halpin, Jr., Agostina & Enrico Zonghi & family, Lucy Barnicle and Luisa Valenti. 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 $15,000.00 $13,472.20 $1,527.80 STEWARDSHIP In the Gospel story of the first Palm Sunday, we hear that the owners of the ass had only to be told, "The Master has need of it" to give the animal gladly. Do I give as readily to the Lord's work? Holy week schedule Holy Thursday, April 8th
Tonight Our youth are sharing the ancient tradition of the Office of Tenebrae, "a prayer service during which candles and lights are gradually extinguished to symbolize the death of Jesus Christ on the Cross" (from the Pilot 26/3/04 page 5) 7:00pm in the Upper Church. All are invited. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION "As we come to the Table, may we be filled to abundance with the Love and Grace of our Savior Jesus Christ". As a parish, we continue to pray for our 2nd grade students as they approach First Communion on May 1st and 2nd. Thank You To our Confirmation Candidates who served dinner at the Pine St Inn Saturday April 3, your service and generosity does not go unnoticed, "what you do to the least of these, you do also to me" (Mt. 25:40) Summer opportunities/needs in the Religious Education Program All students are invited to participate in the MAY CROWNING on May 9th during the 9:00am Mass. Help us to honor Mary, our Mother and the Queen of Heaven and Earth with songs, prayers and a special crown of flowers. To participate or to help with planning please contact Melisa at 508-907-6220 The Office of Religious Education is looking for a High School student to catalogue our videos into a database over the summer. This would be a huge service to our catechists who use these videos as teaching tools throughout the year. Schedule is flexible. Please call Melisa in Religious Ed to set up an appointment 508-907-6220 or religiouseducation@attglobal.net Will you be 16 before Aug 14 2005? Is God calling you to go to the World Youth Day Pilgrimage to Koln Germany? An awesome experience awaits, beyond all of your expectations. More Info to come. Summer Dates Are Here! As promised, here are the dates of summer gatherings and camps:
Young women, 10th grade and up, are you interested in an intimate group to share your faith experiences beyond Confirmation learning more about the links between joy and holiness? Please contact Elizabeth Mahoney 508-655-0049. ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS ALL LECTORS, EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS AND ADULT ALTAR SERVERS
Hymnal Memorials We are happy to announce that the Memorials are now in the front covers of our Gather Hymnal. Thank you for your patience and generosity. The donations we have received so far have paid for only a third of the initial cost. Once again we would like to invite you to purchase a Memorial for a deceased family member, friend or loved one, a gift to the church in your name, or a new addition to you family. Your request should be in an envelope containing the printed name of the memorial and a twenty-five dollar check made payable to St. Patrick Church. Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 4/8, 7:30pm. Learn more about your faith at our weekly Bible Study at the Joseph Center. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. Divine Mercy Celebration On Sunday, April 18 from 1:00-4:30PM there will be a celebration in honor of Divine Mercy at the Spiritual Life Center of Marian Community, 154 Summer Street (Route 126) in Medway. This celebration will include a talk by noted author Kathleen Keefe, the praying of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, a Mass with Enthronement Ceremony, and the opportunity for Confession. For further information, please call 508-533-5377. Pastoral Care to the Sick And Homebound How can someone who is ill at home still feel connected to the parish?
OPERATION RICE BOWL Rice Bowls will be collected at the Holy Thursday Mass. Please place your Rice Bowl in the basket at the entrance of the church. Or, your donation can be placed in a Rice Bowl envelope which can be found in the pews. The poor and hungry of the world thank you for your help. In today's readings we learn from the Suffering Servant and from Jesus that our greatest triumph lies more in who we are than in what we do, in how we respond to others than in how they treat us, and in our consistent attitude of prayer and forgiveness.
PERPETUAL ADORATION Perpetual Adoration was started at our parish over eight years ago.
Sister Parish Fiesta Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 17th in the Lower Church Hall. Peace and Justice Ministry invites you to their annual fiesta to benefit San Jose Las Flores. This year we will be treated to a very talented local group of musicians called WOODWORK. Playing a wide assortment of instruments and songs, their unique musical style is popular in the Metrowest area and exciting to hear. The social hour starts at 7p.m., and music at 8 p.m. Light refreshments, desserts and beverages will be served. Suggested donation: YOU decide. ALL ARE WELCOME ALTAR SERVER TRAINING Altar Server Spring Training Camp is officially open.
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Sister Parish Fiesta Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 17th in the Lower Church Hall. Peace and Justice Ministry invites you to their annual fiesta to benefit San Jose Las Flores. This year we will be treated to a very talented local group of musicians called WOODWORK. Playing a wide assortment of instruments and songs, their unique musical style is popular in the Metrowest area and exciting to hear. The social hour starts at 7p.m., and music at 8 p.m. Light refreshments, desserts and beverages will be served. Suggested donation: YOU decide. ALL ARE WELCOME |
