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FROM THE PASTOR This past Friday, June 6th, I had the opportunity to observe the twenty-fifth anniversary of my ordination to the Sacred Priesthood. I can still remember as though it were yesterday the sense of peace and joy that descended upon me as the late Cardinal Medeiros invoked the Holy Spirit and imposed his hands on my head conferring on me the privilege of serving the Lord Jesus as a priest of the Roman Catholic Church. These past 25 years have been full of so many blessings and I have always considered my vocation to the priesthood the most precious gift of my life. This particular anniversary is the result of so many people who have supported and encouraged me in my priestly ministry by their prayers over these past years. Each year, on the actual day, I have spent the day in prayer at a monastery, reflecting upon God's abundant goodness and giving thanks to God for this awesome role of service. I am certainly aware of my own unworthiness for such a sublime calling and I beg God's grace to serve His Church as a faithful, happy, and holy priest. There is no better expression of gratitude to God than the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and no more effective prayer than the Prayer of Christ that I have been privileged to offer each day for these past twenty-five years. I want to invite all of you who are able to join me as I offer a special MASS OF THANKSGIVING on Friday evening, June 13th at 7:30 PM in the Church. I wish to offer this Mass for all of you who are so dear to me and who have been my constant reminders of God's great love that He may bless you for your many acts of kindness to me. I am delighted to announce that we have invited Mr. MARTIN KELLY to become the new Director of Music for our parish. Martin has been critically acclaimed for his artistic diversity in song and opera. Martin studies voice at the University if Missouri, Eastman School of Music, and Boston University. Martin is a well-known tenor soloist and is appeared with such groups as the Boston Baroque, Handel and Haydn Society, and the Boston Pops. Here at St. Patrick's Parish, Martin will work in conjunction with our organist, George Burke, in enhancing our liturgical music ministry. Martin will officially begin his services in July. This Monday evening, June 9th, we will hold our MONTHLY EVENING OF PRAYER at 7:30 PM in the Church. This evening will consist of Evening Prayer and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament and will focus on our prayer for unity within the parish family. I hope that all will make a special effort to join us for some quiet time in the presence of the Lord as we acknowledge our need for His grace to serve Him faithfully. There will be refreshments served in the Hall at the conclusion of the evening. Finally, I wish to extend my prayerful best wishes to the members of the CLASS OF 2003 who will graduate today from Natick High School. I also extend our congratulations to CHRISTIAN MUCHA, our organist on Saturdays, who recently graduated from Ashland High School. We pray that God, Who has begun this good work in you, will bring it to completion. May your future be filled with great joy and may the knowledge that you have gained be used to benefit all of God's people. We are indeed proud of all of you. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 6/8 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass James & Josephine Montalbano, Edna Lambert 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, 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 Rita Bolton. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of June 8 will burn in prayer for the Brochu family, Grace Tiberio, and Andrew J. Fassitt, and Mary Hanley. 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 $13,662.20 $4,337.80 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 $9,087.00 310 envelopes were used for an average donation $29.31 STEWARDSHIP St. Paul reminds us today that all of our gifts have their source in the Holy Spirit and that those gifts are given "for the common good." What gifts are mine to share? HELP WANTED The Hospitality Committee will need some extra help with Father Kiely's reception so if you can assist in setting up, serving, or cleaning up, it would be greatly appreciated. Please call either Sandra at 508-651-8203 or Jean at the Parish Office at 508-653-1093. Thank you. 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. Chaperones Needed We will need adult chaperones for both the Gospel Road Training and the Catholic Leadership Institute experience. If you can help with either of these please contact Barbara Walsh 508-651-9991 or Fr. Mark at the rectory 508-653-1093. Thank you. An Invitation 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.MENE.org FELLOWSHIP of YOUNG ADULTS (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 6/19, 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 6/7, contact Fred at hamway@yahoo.com or 978-562-2029 (discount tickets available) Bowling Night, Sat 6/28, 7pm. Meet us at Fairway Lanes (Rt.9, Natick) for an awesome night of candlepin bowling. Contact Eric, 508 845-5008, eje@world.std.com. 4TH OF JULY We need your help in making the float for this year's July 4th parade. We will meet every Saturday beginning on June 14th from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the garage next to the parking lot. If you are able to help us build and assemble the float, please call Father Riley or Matt at the rectory 508-653-1093, or just stop by on Saturday, June 14th. 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 PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION 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! |
