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FROM THE PASTOR On behalf His Excellency, Bishop Edyvean, Fr. Rafferty, and Deacon Crump, I want to express our thanks to all of you for making this Easter such a prayerful experience for us. The beautiful manner in which the Church was decorated, the extraordinary musical ministry, the wonderful liturgical ministers, and the participation of so many people made these days such a powerful moment for us all. We are also very grateful to you for your many expressions of support for us as we serve the Lord in your midst. The wonderful days of Easter remind all of us of the privilege that is ours to be part of Christ’s Body, the Church and the joy that comes from our participation in His victory over death. Because of His triumph, we have nothing to fear and we are able to face the future with confidence knowing that God always fulfills His promises. The gift of your friendship, support and your prayers are vivid reminders of how God provides for those who serve Him. May God bless you for all that you do for us. Since this Sunday is DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY, we invoke the intercession of SAINT FAUSTINA as we strive to be more faithful in our response to God’s never failing mercy. We pray that we may always make a return to the Lord for His goodness to us. Our Catholic faith is a precious gift given to us through our Baptism and it requires us to stay focused on the Lord as we strive to do His will. Like St. Thomas, we are tempted to demand proof of the Lord’s Resurrection and yet, when all is said and done, we must kneel with Thomas and exclaim that Jesus is “My Lord and My God.” The greatest proof of the Lord’s Resurrection comes not from the countless theological books written over the centuries but rather from the millions of people who have lived their Catholic faith in their daily lives. Their many small acts of kindness performed without any fanfare have displayed their belief in Christ and make evident to the world that JESUS CHRIST IS THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE. I would like to express my gratitude to GEORGE AND MARIA BURKE for their generous donation of a Grand Piano for our Church. St. Patrick’s Church has always been renowned for its wonderful music ministry and this particular gift will certainly enhance our liturgical celebrations in a variety of ways. George has been our organist for many years and he has blessed us with his musical skills and gracious personality. His unflappable and accommodating manner has made life for all of us so much nicer and Maria has always been so supportive of all of his activities. I am most grateful to the Burkes for all that they have done for this parish and I pray that the Lord will bless them with great joy. Mass Intentions This Week
PLEASE PRAY FOR Fr. Frank Manning, Patty Adams, Philip Allen, James Atherton, Bridie Bell, Lucille Belmore, Joanne Bolles, Julie Branton, Nancy Brodeur, Francis Burke, Patrick Burke, Jim Campbell, Muriel Cosentino, Harold Davis, Eileen Dennis, Joel Dennis, Barbara DiVaio, Diane Doyle, Patricia Finnegan, Dorothy Fitzgerald, Mike Fitzgerald, Richard Guerin, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Thomas Kean, Charlene Lombardi, Helen MacDonald, Catherine MacLellan, Dave Markow, James Phillips, Fran Quaranto, Felicia Quesada, Elaine Ruda, Marie Smith, Ralph Vaccari, Wilma Verge, Barbara Waite, Maryann Webster, Ricky Webster, and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of April 15 will burn in prayer for Michelle Carmichael, Jean Welch. 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 Easter Collection to Benefit Clergy Retirement Special Collection A total of $3,030.00 was donated to the Holy Land Thank you for your generosity! Stewardship Thomas, one of the Twelve, was not with them when
Jesus came. So the other disciples said to him, "We have
seen the Lord." But he said to them, "Unless I see the
mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nail
marks and put my hand into his side, I will not believe."
Now a week later his disciples were again inside and Thomas was
with them. Jesus came, although the doors were locked, and stood
in their midst and said, "Peace be with you." Then he
said to Thomas, "Put your finger here and see my hands, and
bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving,
but believe." Thomas answered and said to him, "My Lord
and my God! (John 20:24-28) “Blessed are they who have not seen and have believed,”
Jesus says in today’s Gospel. For those who have not seen to believe,
however, we must be good stewards of our faith, living it joyfully
and sharing it generously. Then, in our time too, “men and women
in great numbers” will be “added to the Lord.” Rest in Peace Let us pray for those who have died, especially Stephen Kelly and William J. Vahey May they and all of Office Closed The Parish Office will be closed for Patriot’s
Day We will reopen Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Religious Education Due to the Natick School Break there will be NO classes today, April 15 or 18. Classes will resume on Sunday, April 22. St. Paul School Saint Paul School, 10 Atwood Street, Wellesley will be hosting a Middle School Information Night on Thursday, April 26 at 7:00 pm in the eighth grade classroom. All are welcome to attend this event and learn more about our curriculum, expectations, and our ability to provide for various learning styles of students. For more information visit our website at www.stpaulschoolwellesley.org. Boston Archdiocesan Choir School The Boston Boy Choir will perform its 44th Annual
Spring Benefit Concert, at Saint Paul Church, Cambridge, on Friday,
May 11 at 8:00 p.m. They will perform along with the St. Paul
Men’s Schola, Soloists and members of the Civic Symphony Orchestra
of Boston. Marian High School Celebrates Diversity As part of a week long program celebrating diversity entitled, HANDS ACROSS THE WORLD April 29th-May 6th, Marian High School will present WEST SIDE STORY on Friday, May 4th and Saturday, May 5th at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 6 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $7.00/seniors and students and $8.00/adults – IN ADVANCE. All tickets are $10.00 at the door. For further information or ticket reservations, please call: 508-875-7646 X213. St. Linus Christian Reading Group The next meeting of the St. Linus Christian Reading Group will be Thursday, May 3 at 7 pm in the Norton Center (119 Hartford Street, Natick). The book for this meeting is Henri Nouwen’s Seeds of Hope. This book is available from the Morse Institute Library or through interlibrary loan. For details and dates contact Karen Mallozzi at 508-651-9788 or KMallozzi@aol.com. You may also request that a copy of the reading list be sent to you by email or regular mail. LIFT – Catholic Worship for a NEW Generation Join us for LIFT – an exciting new monthly worship
event which includes vibrant praise and worship music, dynamic,
challenging speakers and Eucharistic Adoration. LIFT is for all
ages – from young adults to adults to teens to entire families.
Be with us on Tuesday, April 24th as we welcome Sean Cardinal
O’Malley as our speaker. The evening runs from 7 – 9 pm at Fontbonne
Academy, 930 Brook Road, Milton, MA. Directions and a downloadable
flyer, along with more information about LIFT, can be found on
our website at www.liftedhigher.com.
Come join in worship with hundreds of Catholics from around the
Boston area! Monthly Memorial Mass Each month Saint Patrick Parish celebrates a special Memorial Mass in memory of those who died the previous month. We remember in a special way our loved ones whose funerals were celebrated in our parish as well as those who were buried in Saint Patrick Cemetery. The next Monthly Memorial Mass will be celebrated this Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. Benefit for SMA Fathers Come join us for a benefit dance for the SMA Fathers on Friday, May 18 at 8:00 p.m. at the Irish Social Club, 119 Park Street, West Roxbury. Music provided by the Andy Healy Band. The door prize is a one-year membership to the USA Swim and Fitness Center, Dedham. Raffle includes a cruise from Boston to Bermuda for two and a round-trip to Ireland for one. Donation is $10.00 per person. Contact Pat & Josie Casey 781-329-0530 for further information. St. Martin de Porres Meeting Sunday, April 22nd at 1:30PM. Please feel free to join us for our Chapter Meeting in the Lower Church Hall. Our Spiritual Promoter, Sr. Kathleen Corrigan, O.P. will give us a talk in this glorious Easter Season. Light refreshments will be offered and we will have the Divine Office at the conclusion of the meeting. If you wish to inquire about us, please call Peg Branagan at 508-653-2347. Hope to see you there. Cardinal’s Pilgrimage Pilgrimage with Cardinal Sean and Greek Orthodox to Rome and Constantinople, including an audience with Pope Benedict XVI. Join Catholics and Greek Orthodox led by the Cardinal and the Greek Orthodox Metropolitan September 16-23, 2007 to experience together the holy sites of Rome and Constantinople (Istanbul) with optional extension to St. Petersburg, Russia. Registration deadline is approaching. Base cost: $3500. For information, call Dr. Vito Nicastro at 617-435-0019 or email vnicastro@earthlink.net. Fatima Shrine Holliston Theater in the Round: a variety show at Our Lady of Fatima Shrine, Rte 126, Holliston on Saturday, April 28, 7:30 – 10 p.m. Featuring a Live Band, a Solo Guitarist, Singers performing a variety of Oldies, Jazz, Italian and Broadway tunes, Comic Skits, and a Cha-cha lesson. Also included is a Cash Bar and free hors d’oeuvres. Tickets $12, over 65 $10. Contact Claire at 508-435-3874 for more information. Adoration Ministry There is an Adoration Ministry meeting for all hourly coordinators on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Joseph Center. Please send a representative if you cannot attend. Call Anne Reilly at 508-655-8516 if you have any questions. TODAY IS DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY “Jesus, I Trust in You” 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. |
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