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FROM THE PASTOR There will be a SPECIAL SECOND COLLECTION taken up at all of the Masses this weekend to benefit the Catholic Missions throughout the world. As we celebrate World Mission Sunday, we are reminded that each one of us is called by God to be missionaries, to bring God's Word and His love into the world in which we live. In a special way, we are invited to offer our prayers and our generous financial support to the priests, religious and lay people in the missions as they bear witness to a world in need of Christ's healing love and peace. The Society for the Propagation of the Faith is responsible for providing financial assistance to the Church in so many parts of the world and it relies upon our generosity and prayers to continue the Lord' mission. I know that you will be as generous as possible to this appeal and I thank you in advance for your concern for those who labor far from home to bring God's love to those in need. I want to thank all of those who participated in our recent parish mission, "One Lord, Many Faces." I am especially grateful to my brother priests who shared their priestly ministries with us. Their presence among us was a vivid example of how one serves the Lord through the gift of one's time and talent. I am so grateful to the members of the Spiritual Development and Seamless Garment Commissions for coordinating this special moment of grace for the parish. In a particular way, I want to thank Deacon Jim Crump and his wife Lee, Jane McGourty, Anne Reilly, Jean Lorrey, Gail Healey, and the Choir for their unique and valued contributions. We are in your debt for helping to arrange for this wonderful manifestation of what it means to accept our dignity as Catholics and to live in a manner worthy of our call as His sons and daughters. Every day, people's lives are being changed for the better through our work as Church. Together in Faith, we help make that possible. Over the next few weeks, we will be concluding the 2004 Catholic Appeal and in the name of Archbishop Sean, I want to ask all of you to consider making a special donation to this appeal. With your gift, you will be reaching out to others and helping individuals who need assistance with food, clothing, and shelter. This is an opportunity for you to assure that those who are seeking to learn more about their faith have the means to do so. It is also a way for you to provide people with the essential services that they need from the Catholic community. If you have not already contributed, please take a pledge card home with you and take the time to make a generous donation that can help change another's life. I want to call your attention to two upcoming and very important events. On Monday evening, November 1st, we will celebrate the FEAST OF ALL SAINTS. As we have done in the past, we will offer a special Mass at 7:30 PM for the Pre-born deceased and for their families. On Tuesday evening, again at 7:30 PM, as we observe the FEAST OF ALL SOULS, we will offer a MASS OF REMEMBRANCE for all those who have died in our parish family, especially those who died this past year. I hope all who are able will join us for these nights as we commend to His tender care our brothers and sisters who have died and pray that He bring them safely home to Heaven. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 10/24 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass Jack Parsons, Patricia Gleason, Helen Rongone
PLEASE PRAY FOR John Morton, 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 24th will burn in prayer for John Morton, Marguerite & John Hamilton. 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 $13,785.00 $1,215.00 STEWARDSHIP Both the reading and today's Psalm say clearly that the Lord hears the cry of the poor. Have I been given the gifts - of time or money or abilities - to be the means by which God answers their needs? Rest in Peace Let us pray for those who have died, especially John McCarthy and Joseph J. Hayes May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace. Mass of Remembrance The Annual Mass of Remembrance for our loved ones who died this past year will be held on Tuesday, November 2nd, at 7:30. For funerals that were held here at Saint Patrick's, invitations have been sent to the family of the deceased. If you know of someone who experienced a loss this year who may not have received an invitation because of a funeral out of the parish, please contact the rectory so that we can make sure a personal invitation is sent to them. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Thank You Tricia Fair, Barbara Walsh, Lee Crump, and the SEARCH Retreat Team from Assumption College and all those who assisted with the Confirmation Retreat Saturday Oct 23rd. Please keep our Confirmation Students in prayer as they approach the day they will receive the Holy Spirit in the Sacrament of Confirmation on December 11th, 2004. 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 Youth Group: Youth group has started up again! All students grades 7 to 12 are invited to play and pray. Meetings are held Sundays at 6:30-8:00pm in the Youth Room at Montrose (downstairs). Bring a friend! For more info call Melissa 508-653-6220. Religious Education Invitation · Additional catechists for 7th grade and 9th grade and an aide for 4th grade.
Needs of the Religious Education Program: · 1 large pumpkin to carve for a prayerful demonstration with our kids 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. Mass for the pre-born deceased Our annual Mass for the pre-born deceased will be celebrated on Monday, November 1st at 7:30. A special invitation is extended to all women and men who sorrow over the death of children as a result of miscarriage, stillbirth or abortion. Also welcomed are those birthparents who experience the pain of separation from children through adoption. All are invited to join us as we celebrate our "littlest saints". Evening of Prayer and Reflection The Marian Ministry and Respoct Life Ministry invite you to pray the rosary, listen to selected readings and prayers that affirm all life issues. This evening of prayer is October 25th (Monday) and will begin at 7:30pm in the Lower Church. This spiritually filled evening will begin wih Father Worthley speaking about Divine Mercy and respect life issues. 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:
St. Vincent De Paul Benefit Dinner Scheduled for November 20th Our St. Vincent De Paul Society needs our HELP! Winter is coming and with rising fuel costs some of our parishioners and members of the Natick community will need assistance in paying their utility bills. A spaghetti dinner is being planned for November 20th in the lower church. Dinner will begin after the 4pm Mass. You will enjoy a spaghetti dinner for the nominal fee of $5 per person with family of 4 or more paying no more than $20. Tickets will be available after all Masses beginning next weekend. Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 10/28, 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. First Friday Dinner, Fri 11/5, following 7:30pm Mass. Each month we go out to dinner after First Friday Mass. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. 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. St. Patrick's Children's Choir Religious education students who want to increase their participation in the Mass through music.
Middle school students who have a basic understanding of music comcepts and are willing to share their knowledge.
Younger members who can read, carry a tune, and who are willing to learn.
Singing Schedule: September-December
Adoration Committee Meeting The next Adoration Committee meeting for all coordinators will be Tuesday, October 26 at 7:30pm in the Joseph Center. Come help plan the year of the Eucharist. All adorers and parishioners and new members are welcome. Call Anne Reilly (508) 655-8516 if you have any questions. 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. Natick Community Blood Drive FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2004
Sponsored by the Rizzo Foundation and the American Red Cross. All donors will receive a special Halloween T-shirt and will be registered to enter a regional drawing for a New England Patriots Prize package. To register call 1-800- GIVE LIVE. Walk in donors are always welcome. 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. Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart Will hold an Open House on Sunday, November 7, 2004 from 1-3 p.m. Newton Country Day School is located at 785 Centre Street, Newton and offers grades 5-12. Please call the Office of Admissions for more information at 617-244-4246. |
