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FROM THE PASTOR I want to invite all to join us this week for our PARISH MISSION which begins this Sunday evening and continues each evening at 7:30 PM in the Church through Wednesday night. The theme of the mission is "ONE LORD, MANY FACES" and is being co-sponsored by the Spiritual Development and Seamless Garment Commissions of the parish. This mission is a wonderful opportunity for all of us to come together and to reclaim our focus on Jesus Christ as we sojourn through a world filled with lights contrary to His Gospel. It is difficult, to be sure, to live our Catholic faith with the many challenges that are constantly arising along the way but a parish mission affords us a special time of grace to fortify and encourage us to persevere. The theme of the mission was deliberately selected to help us realize the unbreakable bond between the faith that we profess on Sundays and the choices and actions that we make in our daily lives. The need for a consistent ethic of life in the many and varied aspects of life is recognized as we attempt to incorporate the Gospel imperatives in the ways in which we interact with each other. The very basis of our activities comes from the recognition that all life is from God and therefore has a sacred quality. Our love for God is realized by the way in which we treasure the gift of life that is so valuable that God allowed His only Son to offer His life in order to redeem us. The Cross of Jesus Christ is the vivid and awesome sacrifice that proclaims how precious each person is in the eyes of God and it was there on Calvary that our dignity as sons and daughters was sealed by His blood. With all that has transpired in our world since that dark afternoon in Jerusalem, it can sometimes happen that we can forget the tremendous depth of God's love for each of us and fail to appreciate that our real value comes from Him and not from the world. The parish mission is a special time of grace given to us in order to hear again that we are fearfully, wonderfully made and are called to live in a way that reflects our true dignity as God's holy people. I hope and pray that you will make every effort to join us for these evenings and that we will emerge from this mission with a renewed enthusiasm and appreciation for the privilege and dignity that is ours to be Catholics. In conjunction with the mission and in order to realize the concrete implications of discipleship, we are hosting a CLOTHING DRIVE to benefit St. Francis House in Boston. St. Francis House is a shelter for the many of our brothers and sisters who are homeless and our love for God is demonstrated by our active concern for all of His people but especially those most in need. There is a particular need this year for men's clothing, especially winter clothing. I hope that you will donate to this clothing drive. Next weekend the Church will observe MISSION SUNDAY and there will be a special Second Collection taken up at all of the Masses to benefit the various Catholic missions throughout the world. Some of you might remember Father Fabian and the good work that he is doing in Nigeria. This collection supports him as well as the other missionaries that labor to bring God's word in fulfillment of His command to" Go and make disciples of all nations." I know that you will be as generous as possible. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 10/17 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass Lawrence Leone and Edna Lambert
PLEASE PRAY FOR Eleonore Santospago, Eileen Dennis, Kathy Maffiola, Jordan Pascucci, Elaine Ruda, Ulysse Richard, Dave Markow, Stuart McIntosh, Laura Tomlin, Lucy Grupposo, Marie Smith, John Healey, Joel Dennis, Greg Giallonardo, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Tony Amendolla, Thomas Kean, Chuck Plaistek, Jane O'Keefe, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, Denise Perreault, Amy Flickenger, James Phillips, Elvira Portyrala, Mike Fitzgerald, and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of October 17th will burn in prayer for Teresa Manericho, Robert Emmett Foley, Edward Johnsen and Sarah Johnsen, Eleanore Santospago and Lawrence Devereaux. 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 $15,000.00 $12,422.00 $2,578.00 STEWARDSHIP Today's theme is perseverance - Moses keeping his hands upraised throughout the battle, Paul urging Timothy to stay with the task of preaching and teaching, and the widow appealing to the corrupt judge. To be faithful stewards of God's gifts, we too must persevere in the roles to which we are called. Rest in Peace Let us pray for those who have died, especially Helen Saunders, Mary A. McGovern and Patricia Medeiros May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace. A Note of Thanks To all the parishioners
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Religious Education Registration Classes have begun for Religious Education Classes, please contact the religious education office if you are new to the area or to our parish. Youth Ministry at St. Patrick's Sunday nights in the Youth room at Montrose school a group of young people meet to discuss their faith. This is a time for young people to share their feelings in a new way. We are also starting to plan fun and fulfilling events that will lead us closer to Christ and ourselves. If you are interested please stop by the youth room on Sunday nights at 6:30pm. The meetings only last about an hour. If you have any questions please email Melissa Cecchi at Meliss4399@rcn.com. Hope to see you all there!!! Come help build an Ark! The 5th grade religious education students will be building an Ark but need a few adults with carpentry skills or interest to give them a hand. Please call Melisa in the Religious Education Office for more details 508-907-6220. Initial meeting is Sunday Oct 17th 12:00pm in the Cafeteria of Montrose School. Religious Education Invitation · Additional catechists for 7th grade and 9th grade and an aide for 4th grade.
Needs of the Religious Education Program: · Child sized table & chairs in good condition Middle School Rally: All Middle School students are invited by Archbishop Sean to gather for Mass, games, and fun faith-filled activities on Saturday November 6 12:30-5:30 at the Madonna Queen National Shrine (Don Orione) in East Boston. Check out the Office of Youth Ministry website www.oymboston.org for more information and registration forms.
· Child sized table & chairs in good condition
PARISH MISSION
Please come to the Parish Mission scheduled for October 17th - 20th. The services begin each evening at 7:30 in the Church. This special prayerful event is co-sponsored by the Spiritual Development Advisory Board and the Seamless Garment Commission. Sunday: "I claim you as my own."
Your prayerful presence would be most appreciated. All are welcome to join us for any and all of the services. (The Parish Mission replaces the October Evening of Prayer.) Volunteers needed We need your help with the Parish Mission. Volunteers are needed in several areas to help make this event as successful as possible. Sign up sheets are in the rear of the Church after all Masses this weekend. We need people to help us make phone calls, hang posters, bake, and to act as greeters during the mission. Please consider helping in one or more of these areas. Thank you !!! There are several of our parishioners who are often unable to attend parish events because they no longer drive and do not have transportation to the Church. If you are willing to provide a ride to some of our elderly parishioners so that they can attend the Parish Mission, please call Jean at the Rectory at 508-653-1093. Thank you. Child Abuse Prevention Program It is necessary for all volunteers and those in ministries to complete this program. You MUST call Deacon Crump at the rectory to register for a session. Sessions may be cancelled if too few are signed up to attend. Session Dates:
Transportation Provided to the Mission If you are in need of a ride to the Parish Mission, please call the Rectory this week to arrange for transportation. Several of our parishioners have graciously volunteered to provide transportation to those who otherwise would not be able to attend this special parish event. Please call Jean at 508-653-1093. Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 10/21, 7:30pm. Learn more about your faith at our weekly Bible Study at the Joseph Center. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. CLOTHING DRIVE TO BENEFIT ST. FRANCIS HOUSE It is that time again! St. Patrick's Parish will be holding their annual men's clothing drive to benefit St. Francis House the week of our Parish Mission: Oct. 17-24. St Francis House is the largest Day Shelter in downtown Boston for the area's poor and needy. The parish has supported this worthy charity for many years by running the annual clothing drive. We are hoping that this clothing drive will provide an abundance of clothing for the shelter. Clothing List: (NOTE: MEN'S CLOTHING ONLY!) Fall jackets and heavy winter coats; jeans and casual pants; dress pants; ties and dress shoes; dress shirts; baseball caps and hats; long and short sleeve shirts; sweaters and sweatshirts; "new" toiletry products; socks, underwear and t-shirts; backpacks and book bags. St. Patrick Cooperative Playgroup St. Patrick Playgroup is a cooperative group for children ages birth through 5 years and their caretakers. It will meet this year on Wednesday from 9:30AM to 11:30AM. If you are interested or want more information, please contact Barbara at 508-653-0647. Peace & Justice Ministry The next meeting of the Peace and Justice Ministry will be at 7:00pm on Thursday, October 14th, in the Lower Church Hall. Two Boston College graduate students will be reporting on their SHARE Delegation trip to El Salvador where they had an opportunity to visit our sister parish in San Jose las Flores. They will fill us in on the current situation in El Salvador along with their experiences working for justice. They will speak from 7:45-9:00. All are welcome. SEAMLESS GARMENT REFLECTION
Montrose School - Open House Sunday, October 17th from 2 to 4PM and on Thursday, November 4th from 7 to 9PM. Montrose is an independent, college preparatory school for girls in Grades 6-12. Montrose offers a classical liberal arts curriculum and an integrated character development program guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church. For more information, contact the School at (508) 650-6925 or visit www.MontroseSchool.org. St. Sebastian's School - Open House St. Sebastian School, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory day school of 340 young men in grades seven through twelve, is hosting an Admissions Open House on Thursday, October 28, from 5:30-7:30pm St. Sebastian's campus is located at 1191 Greendale Avenue in Needham, directly adjacent to Route 128, using the Great Plain Avenue exit. For further information, contact the Admissions Office at: (781) 449-5200. Community events A Post-Abortion Healing Retreat for women will be held the weekend of October 22-24, 2004 by the Project Rachel Ministry of the Archdiocese of Boston. Previous participants have found the retreat a life-changing experience of forgiveness, healing and reconciliation. For more information, call Project Rachel at 617-783-8300. All calls are confidential. Trust in the tender embrace of God's mercy and love. Natick Sons of Italy 37 Washington Avenue Pasta Night re-opens. Every Wednesday evening from 5-7pm, All You Can Eat pasta, meatballs, salad, bread and butter. Homemade desserts and coffee. Other beverages available for purchase. Proceeds to scholarship fund. Immediate and long-term benefits. URSULINE ACADEMY URSULINE ACADEMY in Dedham, a Catholic college-preparatory school for girls in grades 7-12, will hold an Open House on Sunday, October 17th from 1pm to 4pm. For further information, please call 781-326-6161 ext. 107. Adoration Pope John Paul II Declares
In 2003 the Holy Father issued an encyclical "Ecclesia de Eucharistia" reminding the faithful "…the Church lives from the Eucharist…Christ, 'the living bread which came down from heaven' is the only one who can satisfy man's hunger at all times and in all parts of the world…"
To celebrate this Year of the Eucharist, you are cordially invited to offer a Holy Hour in honor of the Most Blessed Sacrament. As Our Lord during His Passion asks,
Pine St. Inn Ministry Drivers/Servers are desperately needed Saturday, November 6th. We will meet at # 6 Lincoln Street at 4:00p.m. and return by 7:00 p.m. Please call Josie at 508-653-2435. Please join with Archbishop O'Malley of Boston and Bishop M. Payne of the Lutheran Synod and Catholics and Lutherans from New England on October 31, at 4pm, to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Vatican II's Decree on Ecumenism and the 5th Anniversary of the Joint Declaration on Justification issued by the Catholic Church and the Lutheran World Federation. Place: St. Ann Church, 124 Cochituate Road (Route 27) in Wayland. Prayer Service of the Word followed by reception and refreshments. Parishioner Family seeking part time nanny for infant twins: We are seeking a nanny to come to our home in Natick and help watch our twin girls on Monday, Tuesday, and alternating Wednesdays. Those interested please call 508-653-2835. |
