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FROM THE PASTOR We have been asked by the Roman Catholic Bishops of Massachusetts to bring to your attention the fact that there is a campaign underway in the Commonwealth to over the definition of a legal marriage. The proponents of this action would define marriage as any committed relationship regardless of gender. The Bishops have asked us to remind all parishioners of the Church's teaching on marriage and to urge your support for the Marriage Affirmation & protection Amendment. The complete text of the Bishop's statement is available at the doors of the Church but I would like to share a few excerpts with you. "The Church's teaching on marriage remains consistent and clear. The Roman Catholic Church believes that marriage is a faithful, exclusive, and life-long union between one man and one woman, joined as husband and wife in an intimate partnership of life and love. God established this union with its own proper laws. By reason of its very nature, marriage exists for the mutual love and support of the spouses and for the procreation and education of children...the institution of marriage has a very important relationship to the continuation of the human race, to the total development of the human person, and to the dignity, stability, peace, and prosperity of the family and of society. "We believe the natural institution of marriage has been blessed and elevated by Christ to the dignity of a sacrament. This means that Christian marriage is more than a contract. Because they are married in the Lord, the spouses acquire a special relationship to each other and to society. Their love becomes a living image of the manner in which the Lord personally loves His people and is united with them… "Because the marital relationship offers benefits, unlike any other, to persons, to society, and to the Church, we wish to make it clear that the institution of marriage, as the union of one man and one woman, must be preserved, protected, and promoted in both private and public realms. At a time when family life is under significant stress, the principled defense of marriage is an urgent necessity for the well-being of children and families, and for the common good of society "Thus the Church opposes any attempts to grant the legal status of marriage to a relationship between persons of the same sex. No same-sex union can realize the unique and full potential that the marital relationship expresses. For this reason, our opposition to "same-sex marriage" is not an instance of unjust discrimination or animosity toward homosexual persons. In fact, the Catholic Church teaches emphatically that individuals and society must respect the basic human dignity of all persons, including those with a homosexual orientation. Homosexual persons have a right to and deserve our respect, compassion, understanding, and defense against prejudice, attacks, and abuse. We therefore urge all Catholics and all our fellow citizens to commit themselves both to upholding the human dignity of every person and to upholding the distinct and irreplaceable community of marriage. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 6/1 5:30 PM Family Healing Mass PLEASE PRAY FOR Mary Larracey, Muriel Cosentino, Denise Perreault, Paul Guerin, Jim Ligori, Elizabeth Fahey, Rose Kilmer, Kathleen Mary Kennedy, Amy Flickenger, Richard Carroll, Flo Parrinello, Al DelMonte, 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, especially Joseph Pannella and John Trainer. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of June 1 will burn in prayer for the Brochu family, Gerard Halpin, Jr., Grace Tiberio, Diane Polagruto & Guarniere family, Richard Powers, Luisa Valenti and Gerry & Chad Phinney. 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 $18,000.00 $11,423.00 $6,577.00 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. SPECIAL COLLECTION We received $1,074.00 for the Communications Collection. An additional $322.00 has been received since that time, for a grand total of $1,396.00. Thank you for your continued generosity! Thank you for your generosity! Baptism Please join us in WELCOMING THE FOLLOWING CHILDREN who celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism at St. Patrick's during the month of May: Leon Lawrence Blaski, Mitchell Peter Briggs, Kaitlyn Nicole Dempsey, Oran Palmer Gelinas, Dana Boucher Reese, Erin Kelley Warren. VISION OF PEACE HEALING MINISTRY The Vision of Peace Prayer Community will host a Healing Service on June 11, 2003 at Our Lady of Fatima Shrine, Route 126, Holliston. Father Francisco Anzoategui "Father Paco" will be the celebrant. Father Paco has extensive experience in the healing ministry; he proclaims the Gospel of Truth and is dedicated to bringing the healing love of Christ to all who are open to receive it. The evening begins with the Rosary at 6:45 pm, followed by Mass and Charismatic Healing Service. For information / directions call after 5pm 508-528-9471 or 508-339-6860. SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES The week begins with an experience of team building at a ropes course. The group then splits into "work teams" which will serve at locations such as Greater Boston Food Bank, Bethany House (nursing home for religious women), St. Mary's Women and Infants Center, the Salesian Boys & Girls Club and many others. At night we spend some quality time to process and pray together. It is truly a very powerful experience. Contact Barbara Walsh 508-651-9991 or Fr. Mark at the rectory for more information. CATHOLIC LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Contact Barbara Walsh 508-651-9991 or Fr. Mark at the rectory for more information. PARISH MUSIC COORDINATOR POSITION AVAILABLE St. Ann's Parish of Wayland is seeking to fill the position of Music Coordinator/Cantor. The person filling this role would be required to select the music for the parish's Masses and liturgical celebrations, collaborate with the parish organist and other musicians, and serve as Leader of Song, for at least one Sunday Mass. For additional details call Father Frank Silva at 508-358-2985 or email: mailto:revfrankjsilva@saintann.org EVENING OF PRAYER Please join us on Monday, June 9th, at 7:30 p.m. for our monthly Evening of Prayer. This month we will be conducting a Holy Hour for parish unity. Please cone and pray with us. Refreshments will be served downstairs following the service. MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER A weekend experience designed to Build Communication, Create Romance, and Enrich the Values of Marriage, Family and Faith. The weekend is for couples that want a Better Quality and a Richer Communication in their marriage. Upcoming Weekend Dates For further information call: 800-367-0343 / 508-653-8864 / 866-367-6193 / http://www.stpatsnatick.org/www.MENE.org FELLOWSHIP of YOUNG ADULTS (20s & 30s) Trip to Six Flags, tentatively Sat 6/7, contact Fred at mailto:hamway@yahoo.com or 978-562-2029 (discount tickets available) PERPETUAL St. Patrick's Parish is so blessed to have a Perpetual Adoration Chapel. We are also thankful to the adorers who faithfully commit to their hour. However, there are times when the committed adorer is unable to cover his/her hour. Vacation time is here and we would greatly appreciate anyone who is able to substitute during the summer months. If you are interested call Carole @ 508-653-0371 or sign up on the sheet hanging on the bulletin board in the chapel vestibule. Thank you! RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY Baby Shower This is the last weekend for collecting baby gifts for needy women and their babies. Please put your unwrapped gift in any of the baskets located at the exits of the church. Your help is greatly appreciated. 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. Promise for Tomorrow Parish Goal: $1,586 M SAINT PATRICK PARISH FAMILY OUTING |
