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FROM THE PASTOR There was an article in the Metro West News this past week concerning the St. Patrick's Cemetery and I think that it might be helpful for me to share a brief response. First of all, I would like to express my sincere apology to anyone who was hurt by the clean-up. It was never the intention of the Cemetery Commission to offend anyone but rather to make the St. Patrick's Cemetery more attractive and serene by removing the debris that had accumulated through the winter months. Somehow, in the zeal to accomplish that goal, objects from the graves were removed and as a result, some people were justifiably offended. To these people, I offer my apology. I would however also like to thank the numerous people who gave up a Saturday to work on this effort. I hope that we do not lose sight of the intent of the day and impute motives that are not legitimate. The parishioners who labored in the Cemetery were attempting to beautify this sacred resting-place of so many of our deceased loved ones. I believe that we owe them our gratitude for their willingness to spend their time and energy on a worthwhile project and I apologize to them for my lack of clarity with regard to the process to be followed. I want to assure everyone that, in the future, this breach will not be repeated. As we continue to prepare the Cemetery so that we can honor our deceased on Memorial Day, let us be mindful of our common desire to insure that St. Patrick's Cemetery will always be a fitting expression of our love for those who gave so much of themselves for us. May they rest in the peace of Christ. I am happy to announce that EDWARD FINERTY and PATRICIA JACOBS have agreed to serve as the Co-Vice-Chairpersons of the PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL. I am grateful to both of these parishioners for their generosity and charity in assuming this important position. I would also like to express my gratitude to all of the members of the Pastoral Council for their service to this Parish family. The consultative role of the Pastoral Council is critical to my pastoral ministry as we attempt to discern together the needs of the parish and to chart a course for our future. Over the next months, the Council members will be assessing the current state of parish affairs in order to determine our future needs. I will continue to apprise the parish family of the status of this work and also to seek your valuable input on these matters. I would like to thank all of the parishioners who have already made a Pledge for the PROMISE FOR TOMORROW CAPITAL CAMPAIGN. The needs of the Archdiocese of Boston are great and we are all responsible for addressing those needs. As we read about school and parish closings, we have to become more pro-active in our approach to future planning. The Promise for Tomorrow Campaign is a wonderful vehicle for the Church in Boston to prepare for the future and to guarantee that our pastoral mission will continue. So many of our brothers and sisters depend upon our generosity to make a better life and we must, as our Lord reminded us, look on their needs as our own. I hope that all of you will prayerfully consider making a generous pledge to this campaign so that the work of the Church, which is the work of Christ, will flourish. Mass Intentions This Week
Sun. 5/18 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass Edna Lambert PLEASE PRAY FOR Denise Perreault, Paul Guerin, Jim Ligori, Elizabeth Fahey, Rose Kilmer, Faith Grady, Kathleen Mary Kennedy, Amy Flickenger, Richard Carroll, Flo Parrinello, Al DelMonte, Sandra Green, Paul Cropper, James Philips, Robert Conlin, Jean Orme, John Baker, Nadia DeMasi, Elvira Portyrala, Mike Fitzgerald, and all the sick of the parish, as well as all the faithful departed. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of May 18 will burn in prayer for the Brochu family, Grace Tiberio, Fiarino Crisafulli, Luisa Valenti, Nicola & Carmella DeRosa, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Carroll, and Anita Kiely. 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. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Thank You A LETTER FROM FR. DONOHOE April 28, 2003 Dear Children, Blessings & Peace, PARISH SUPPORT Budgeted Actual $18,000.00 $12,706.00 $5,294.00 In order to reach our budgeted expenses, we are asking each parishioner to increase their weekly contribution by a minimum of $3.00. Thank you for your generous response. Envelope users $8,173.00 321 envelopes were used for an average donation $25.46 Some Bills Palms $1,965.55
In honor of the 25th Anniversary of Father Kiely's ordination to the priesthood, a Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Friday, June 13th, at 7:30 p.m. with a reception following the Mass. Please plan to join us for this special occasion. In honor of the 25th Anniversary of Father Kiely's ordination to the priesthood, a Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Friday, June 13th, at 7:30 p.m. with a reception following the Mass. Please plan to join us for this special occasion. Thanks! FELLOWSHIP of YOUNG ADULTS (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 5/29, 7:30pm. Learn more about your faith at our weekly Bible Study at the Joseph Center. We are studying Matthew. Contact Jonathan, jms2586@yahoo.com, 508-845-5008. Trip to Six Flags, tentatively Sat 5/31, contact Fred at hamway@yahoo.com or 978-562-2029 (discount tickets available) SEAMLESS GARMENT REFLECTIONS The Seamless Garment Commission wishes to thank Saint Patrick parishioners for their outstanding response to the Lenten Rice Bowl collection. The proceeds to date are $2,309.00. Again we thank you for caring for the poor and hungry of the world. RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY Baby Shower Our annual collection of new baby clothes, blankets, wipes, diapers, and pacifiers will take place on the weekends of May 25th and June 1st. These gifts are donated to Pregnancy Help and then distributed to families. Baby bassinets and baskets will be placed at all the exits of the church. Please place your unwrapped gift in the baskets. FLEA MARKET Saint Patrick Parish will be having a Flea Market/Yard Sale in September to help one of our sister parishes, St. Matthew's in Dorchester. We are looking for anything that is in good condition and resaleable - china, furniture, glasses, gift items, books, toys, etc. Call Ann at 508-653-2781 or Gail at 508-655-6274 with any questions. The Office of Black Catholics cordially invites you and yours to a celebration of the Feast of St. Charles Lwanga
and the Ugandan Martyrs at
St. Joseph Church, 519 Main Street, Waltham, MA
On Sunday, June 1, 2003 at 1p.m. Promise for Tomorrow Parish Goal: $ 1,586 M MARIAN MINISTRY "My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my savior, for God has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for the mighty One has done great things for me and holy is God's name" - Luke 1:46-49 The Marian Ministry invites you to join us as we pray the mysteries of the Rosary on Monday, May 19 at 7:30 PM in the Lower Church. All are welcome. For more information please contact Sharon Cowles at 508-655-5139. SAINT PATRICK PARISH FAMILY OUTING ADORATION MININSTRY There will be a meeting of the Adoration Hourly Coordinators on Tuesday, May 20th at 7:30pm in the Joseph Center. |
