FROM THE PASTOR

May you have a Happy and Holy New Year filled with the peace of the Christ child

And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6

Mass Intentions This Week

Sun. 1/1    5:30 PM Family Healing Mass  
Mon. 1/2    8:00 AM Mass for the Sick    
Tues. 1/3    8:00 AM Tom Reilly    
Wed. 1/4    8:00 AM Souls in Purgatory 7:30 PM   Eileen Hanna
Thur. 1/5   8:00 AM Louis & Josephine Annecchino      
Fri. 1/6   8:00 AM Armando & Dina Frongillo 7:30 PM    Vocations to Priesthood  
Sat. 1/7    8:00 AM Stefano Cucinotta;        

PLEASE PRAY FOR Priscilla Maguire, Richard Guerin, Kay I. Zinna, Celia Pasquarosa, Edna Micelotta, Maryann Webster, Helen MacDonald, Julie Branton, Catherine MacLellan, Jim Fitzpatrick, Jim Campbell, Wilma Verge, Marie Murphy, Kathy Murphy, Michael Ruiz, Ricky Webster, Eleonore Santospago, Eileen Dennis, Jordan Pascucci, Elaine Ruda, Ulysse Richard, Dave Markow, Lucy Grupposo, Marie Smith, John Healey, Joel Dennis, Greg Giallonardo, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Tony Amendola, Thomas Kean, Chuck Plaistek, Jane O'Keefe, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, Amy Flickenger, James Phillips, James Atherton, Mike Fitzgerald, and all the sick of the parish.

SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of January 1 will burn in prayer for Luisa Valenti, Mary Young, and Vincent S. Teso.

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.

Happy New Year

The Parish Office will be closed Monday, January 2, 2006

We will reopen Tuesday, January 3, 2006

Stewardship

"The Lord bless you and keep you! The Lord let his face shine upon you and be gracious to you!" (Numbers 6:24-25)

On this first day of a New Year it is important to reflect on all the many ways in which the Lord has blessed you. Resolve this year to spend less time chasing after fame, wealth, power or possessions and more time being grateful for the gifts that God has already placed in your hands.

Rest in Peace

Let us pray for those who have died, especially
Antoinette Ramuno
May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace.

SOLEMNITY: MARY, MOTHER OF GOD
JANUARY 1, 2006

Mass Schedule
4:00 PM, Saturday December 31, 2005

7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 5:30 PM, Sunday, January 1, 2006

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

High School Mini-Course Program

Thank you to Mr. Jeff Eckelkamp, Mr. Tom Cutrone and Ms. Lisa Garcia for assisting with our second session of this new program. The next session begins the first week of January, call Tricia Fair 508-653-6281 to verify what you are enrolled in:

Church Structure: Tuesdays 7:00-8:30pm; Jan 3-Feb 14
Ten Commandments: Tuesdays 6:30-8:00pm; Jan 3-Feb 14
Mass & Liturgy: Sundays 6:30-8:00pm; Jan 8 - Feb 20

*** Reminders ***

Next class is Sunday January 8th or Wednesday January 11th 2006
Parents meeting of all students in 2nd grade preparing to receive Reconciliation January 8th 10:15 in Our Lady's Hall.

Supplemental Sacrament Program

A supplemental Sacrament program will be commencing for students in 3rd grade or older who have not yet received the Sacraments of Reconciliation or First Communion. This program is a guided, at-home preparation in addition to regular religious education classes to prepare specifically for reception of the Sacraments. Students must be currently enrolled in the Religious Education Program. Please contact Melisa Melnyk to enroll or for more information, 508-907-6220 or religiouseducation@attglobal.net. An introductory meeting will be scheduled shortly after Martin Luther King Day weekend.

Holy Hour for Vocations

A Holy Hour for Vocations will be held on Tuesday, January 10 at St. Patrick Parish. The hour of Exposition and Benediction will begin at 7:00 p.m. For more information please call Mrs. Ann Marie Marrone in the Vocation Office at 617-746-5949.

Evening of Prayer

Please join us on Monday, January 9th, at 7:30 PM for our monthly evening of prayer. We will pray Evening Prayer followed by Benediction. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served following the prayer service.

Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s)

TAX information

Parishioners who use the weekly offertory envelopes will receive a letter for tax purposes during the month of January indicating the amount contributed during 2005. Please note that these letters are for annual contributions of $250 or more. If you would like to begin receiving offertory envelopes to use in 2006, please contact the Rectory. Thank you.

WINGS (Women in God's Spirit)

Are you looking to deepen your faith and grow in your relationship with God, in a welcoming and supportive environment? Then please consider joining us at WINGS, Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am, Lower Church & Parish Hall, St. Patrick's Church beginning January 11th!
Our winter program will continue our focus on PRAYER as we study THE PSALMS. We will open on January 11th with a speaker who will provide an overview of the 6-week Bible Study to follow. Please join us for our Winter Season whether you are new to prayer groups, or a seasoned attendee. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Please call Cari Tatian 508-651-2450 or Nancy Maguire 508-655-1017 for more information.

Also, a Supervised Playgroup will be available to participants on a First-Come, First-Served Basis. Please contact Kathy Schickel 508-655-1772 for Playgroup information.

Natick Sons of Italy Pasta Nite

Natick Sons of Italy Pasta Night resumes serving all-you-can-eat pasta, meatballs, sausage, salad, bread and homemade desserts. Coffee included. Come one, come all! Every Wednesday evening from 5 pm - 7 pm at 37 Washington Avenue. Adults $5.95.

WISHING YOU A BLESSED
NEW YEAR
FROM THE PARISH STAFF

Coming Home Program

Saint Patrick Parish is offering a special program, "Coming Home to Catholicism," designed to assist those who wish to return to the Church after being away for any reason. The program involves no commitment and provides an opportunity for discussion and questions. This informal and informative program is confidential and is facilitated by a team of lay people and clergy. If you or someone you know is interested in this program, please contact the parish office at 508-653-1093. "Coming Home" sessions begin on Monday, January 23rd, at 7:30 p.m. in the Lower Church Hall.

Attention
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS

There is an immediate need for Extraordinary Ministers to bring Holy Communion to the patients at Leonard Morse hospital on Sundays. We normally visit after the 9:00 a.m. Sunday liturgy; but if that does not work into your schedule, other arrangements can be made. If you are interested in helping out in this important ministry, please contact Peg Branagan at 508-655-2347.

St. Patrick Parish Slideshow

See what has been happening here at St. Patrick Parish. A slideshow is being run on the local cable station, channel 9 Comcast and 3 RCN, featuring recent events in our parish. This will be broadcast throughout the Christmas season! See the familiar faces and many new faces of our parish family as we embrace life at St. Patrick's. Merry Christmas!

Peace & Justice Ministry's "Responding in Faith to Hurricane Katrina"

St. Patrick's Peace & Justice Ministry invites you to their annual Remembrance of Martin Luther King on Thursday evening, January 12, 7:00 pm in the lower church hall.

The evening's program will be a presentation by Anne Reillly RN, NP, a long time member of St. Patrick's, talking about her experiences as a health aid worker in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina. Refreshments will be served. ALL ARE WELCOME.

Summer Camp

Camp Fatima for boys and Camp Bernadette for girls, in New Hampshire, are taking registrations for their summer sessions. Some sessions are filling up quickly so don't wait! If you would like more information please contact Michael Drumm at the camp office at 603-364-5851, PO Box 206, Gilmanton Iron Works, NH 03837, mdrumm@diocamps.org. You can also check out our website at www.diocamps.org.

St. Bridget Elementary School

We are now accepting Admission Applications for the 2006-2007 school year for Kindergarten and Kindergarten 1 (Pre K). There will be an Early Screening for K1 (4 year olds) and Kindergarten (5 year olds) on January 23, 2006. Please visit our website at www.saintbridgetschool.info for applications or call Jean Nigloschy in Admissions at 508-875-0181 x229.

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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