 Home Bulletin • Archives Religious Education CYO Basketball Men's Fellowship Group Information Other Links Contact Us Email Us Calander |
|
|
FROM THE PASTOR
Members of the PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL will be speaking at all of the Masses this weekend to share with you the current fiscal realities of our parish. I have asked the Finance Council to highlight some areas of concern so that we might all be aware of the challenges that faces the parish in this upcoming year. I have also asked them to share some remedies that might help us to meet these challenges in a way that would not adversely impact our pastoral services. I am certain that you will agree that we have much to be concerned about but I also am very hopeful that we can collectively address this in a manner that is consistent with our historical generosity. In our approach and our appeals for money, we can often overlook the main purpose of our giving at Mass. We come up with all these reasons why we should give. We try the business approach: we give because we need 5% more money this year over last year. We try flattery: you have the means; only you can give this amount. We try guilt trips: “You are wealthier than 95% of the world’s population. We try greed: you will get back more than you gave. We give every reason except the right reason: We give because Christ supremely gave. We give because we are not truly human until we become a giver. We give to keep God’s grace alive within us. We give because our gift reflects the nature of a God who gives and gave Himself. I
want to share with you two incidents that happened to me last
Sunday. Early in the morning, I went to Dunkin Donuts to get some
coffee for Fr. Rafferty and myself. As I went to pay for my purchase,
the man pointed to a parishioner and said that he had already
paid for it. I was humbled by this man’s thoughtfulness and also
by the realization that he undoubtedly was sacrificing something
else in order to be generous to me. Later that evening, I was
at the drive-through window at McDonald’s and a similar thing
happened. Having placed my order, when I arrived at the window
to pay, the girl at the counter pointed to the car ahead of me
and said; “It is already taken care of, Father.” I have no idea
who these people are but I was reminded of how spontaneously generous
and thoughtful the people of St. Patrick’s Parish truly are. It
is because of these two incidents, as well as so many more, that
I am confident that this financial situation can be reversed.
God already knows how generous all of you are and I would not
impose upon that generosity any further if it were not necessary
to do so. Thank you for the gift you are to me. Mass Intentions This Week
PLEASE PRAY FOR Fr. Frank Manning, Philip Allen, James Atherton, Harold Barbieri, Bridie Bell, Lucille Belmore, Joanne Bolles, Nancy Brodeur, Francis Burke, Patrick Burke, Jim Campbell, Muriel Cosentino, Harold Davis, Margaret Davis, Eileen Dennis, Joel Dennis, Barbara DiVaio, Diane Doyle, Patricia Finnegan, Dorothy Fitzgerald, Mike Fitzgerald, Richard Guerin, Janet Hutchins, Thomas Kean, Patricia Keating, Francis Livingstone, Charlene Lombardi, Helen MacDonald, Catherine MacLellan, Dave Markow, Marie Murphy, Jordan Pascucci, Fran Quaranto, Felicia Quesada, Elaine Ruda, Eleonore Santospago, Marie Smith, Dennis P. Sullivan, Wilma Verge, Barbara Waite, Maryann Webster, Ricky Webster, and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of September 30 will burn in prayer for Allyson Shumway, and Mildred Moriarty’s Special Intention. 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
September 23, 2007
Stewardship “Thus says the Lord the God of hosts: Woe to the complacent in Zion! Lying upon beds of ivory, stretched comfortable on their couches… ” Amos 6:1,4 Are we the complacent in our own time, enjoying our luxuries while others are in need? Stewardship calls us to consider how God wants us to use our blessings before we spend all our time, talent and treasure to indulge our own wants. Rest in Peace Let us pray for those who have died, especially Paul McMahon, Edward Richards, and Mary Gilleran May they and all of our faithful departed rest in peace.
St. Patrick Finance Council Members Edward Corbosiero Parish Activities Please check out our St. Patrick Parish activities online. Here is a sample of the calendar view. Religious Education News Please keep our children and catechists in your prayers as they begin a new year in St. Patrick’s Religious Education Program. Our High School students had their first classes last Sunday evening and Kindergarten through Grade 4 begins this Sunday morning. Our Middle School classes start this Wednesday at 6:30pm. Please be sure your child is registered. Students who are not registered cannot be placed in a class. If you complete the registration materials this weekend, we will assign your child to a class and he or she can begin next weekend. Last Sunday, a representative from Sadlier Publishing introduced us to the new texts we’ll be using this year. Our catechists were favorably impressed. Be sure to look at your children’s books and reinforce the lessons they learn in class. We
still have some classes without teachers. We’re working at resolving
openings; however, the start of some classes may be delayed until
we have a teacher. If you can find your way to help it would be
most appreciated.
Open Houses St. John School, 9 Ledyard Street, Wellesley, is holding an open house on Tuesday, October 2, from 8:30 – 10 AM and 6:30 – 8 PM in Philbin Hall. Registration and school tours for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6. Call St. John School at 781-235-0300 for more information. St. Paul School, 10 Atwood Street, Wellesley open house will be on Wednesday, October 17 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Registrations for all day kindergarten through Grade 8 are being accepted. Please call 781-235-1510 or visit www.stpaulschoolwellesley.org for more information. St. Bridget School, 832 Worcester Road (Rte. 9), Framingham is holding a school tour on October 10 from 9-10 am for K1 (4 year old) and Kindergarten programs. For more information, call Jean Niglocshy at 508-875-0181 x229. Catholic Memorial, 235 Baker Street, West Roxbury is having an open house on Sunday, October 21 from 1 – 3 pm. For more information visit www.catholicmemorial.org or call 617-469-8019. Evening for Separated or Divorced Catholics On Saturday, October 13, following the 4 pm Mass there is an evening for Separated or Divorced Catholics at St. Ann Parish, Wayland. The evening includes: reflections on the gifts of our Catholic faith; presentations on the dynamics of divorce; peer sharing; and resources for you, your family and your parish. The fee for this program is $30 which covers the cost of dinner and all materials. To register by October 5 or for more information, please contact Joanne Curry at 617-746-5820 or Joanne_Curry@rcab.org. Project Rachel Do you know someone who is carrying grief and sorrow over past abortions? Project Rachel is the post-abortion ministry of the Catholic Church offering hope and healing to those hurting from the pain of abortion. Project Rachel will offer a weekend healing retreat October 19 – 21 and a one-day retreat on Saturday, November 10. For location and registration information, contact Project Rachel at 508-651-3100 or help@projectrachelboston.com. For
Your Information
The current information from the Boston Archdiocese regarding the number of priests is as follows: Age 75 years and over = 30 You are invited! Women
in God’s Spirit Please join us for our
Fall Session: Wednesday Mornings beginning
Journey of Love Wine-tasting Spectacular On Saturday, October 27, from 7:00 – 10:00 pm, the Sisters of Charity at Mount Saint Vincent, 125 Oakland Street, Wellesley will host their Journey of Love Wine-tasting Spectacular. Featuring fine wines, delicious foods and a silent auction this promises to be an event to remember! Tickets are $60 apiece, raffles are $5. For additional information contact the Sisters of Charity Advancement Office at 800-247-6509 or email: reprevite@schalifax.org. Prayer for Vocations Thank
you, Lord, for all your great and wonderful gifts. Help us to
live each day with joy and humility. Keep us totally dedicated
to serving you. Teach us to recognize the many ways you make your
Spirit known. Then help each of us to accept your gift, then grace
to answer your call to form, strengthen and expand the Body of
Christ. Eucharistic Adoration Our parish is blessed with the opportunity to worship before the Lord in Eucharistic Adoration 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please consider Jesus’ invitation to join him in prayer by spending some quiet time before the Blessed Sacrament. No appointment necessary. The Adoration Ministry is also in need of adorers on a regular basis who can commit to spending one hour a week before the Blessed Sacrament. The need is especially great between the hours of 12:00 Midnight and 7:00 a.m., and daily between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. If you can commit to a regularly scheduled hour, please contact Anne Reilly at 508-655-8516. One of the requirements of offering Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration is that the Blessed Sacrament may never be left alone. We must ensure that at least one person is always present before the Lord in the Adoration Chapel in order to meet our commitments. SAINT
PATRICK CEMETERY Selecting a burial place should be your next investment. Choosing a burial place now is both
a financial and peace of mind investment. A selection now will
ease the burden on family members when the need arises. Easy monthly
payments can be arranged. For more information, call Leo Doherty
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 oungsters are safe at all times. |
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
