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FROM THE PASTOR On behalf of Archbishop O'Malley, I want to urge all parishioners who have not already given to the ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL to do so now. The Annual Catholic Appeal provides the necessary resources for women, men, and children in this local Church to continue Christ's mission to serve one another. Your financial gift supports the efforts of those who work in the over 80 ministries, programs, and agencies that comprise the pastoral and spiritual works of the Church in Boston. There are so many people dependent upon your generosity as they attempt to reach out to others in need. The theme of this year's appeal, Together in Faith, reminds all of us to look upon the needs of all as our own as we strive to serve Christ in serving each other. There is an insert in this week's bulletin that explains the appeal in greater detail and I hope that you will prayerfully read this material so that you can make an informed decision about your gift. There are also Pledge Packets available at the doors of the Church to help you make a contribution. I pray that you will be as generous as your means allow so that we can continue to support the true mission of our beloved Church. Monday, November 1st, is the FEAST OF ALL SAINTS and I want to urge all who are able to participate in the celebration of Mass. In addition to the 8:00 AM Mass on Monday morning, we will be celebrating an evening Mass at 7:30 PM. The evening Mass is being offered as a MASS FOR THE PRE-BORN DECEASED and we encourage all parents who have suffered the loss of a child to join us for this moment of healing grace. We are especially mindful of those who have suffered a loss of a child through miscarriage or abortion and we invite their parents and families to come and to pray with us. Aware of Christ's special love for children, we ask these "little saints" to intercede for us with God and to help us along our earthly pilgrimage. Tuesday, November 2nd, is the FEAST OF ALL SOULS and we are celebrating our annual MASS OF REMEMBRANCE at 7:30 PM in the Church. We have invited the families of those who were buried from St. Patrick's Church during the past year to join us as we pray for those who have preceded us in death. Our prayerful presence is a source of great consolation for those who mourn the loss of a loved one and I hope all who are able will join us around the Altar as we commend our deceased to the tender mercy of God. This weekend marks the official closing of St. James Parish on the Wellesley/Natick border. I realize how painful this day is for so many parishioners of that wonderful community and we offer to them our prayers and support. We are all indebted to the parishioners of St. James for so many acts of kindness and generosity over the years of its existence and we pray that God will continue to grant them His grace as they embark upon a new phase of their spiritual journey. Many of the St. James parishioners will now become part of our parish family and I want to extend our hands to them in welcome and friendship. We know that we will be greatly enriched by your active involvement and we eagerly await the opportunity to welcome you to your new home. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 10/31 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass Joseph Hayes, Doris F.Hanna, Etta & Gardner Ryan,Leland
& Dorothy Ryan, Robert W. & Gloria M. Ryan,Edna Lambert
PLEASE PRAY FOR Teresa Rowley, 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 31st will burn in prayer for Agostina & Enrico Zonghi & family; Maria & George Maraggia; Mario Harlijba; John Morton, Alan Filon, and Luisa Valenti. 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 $12,118.00 $2,882.00 Special Collection Our St. Patrick Parish family donated $3,627.00 last weekend for the special collection taken up for the missions. Thank you for your generosity! STEWARDSHIP We are called to be good stewards of our personal vocations. St. Paul's prayer for the Thessalonians is therefore ours, too - "that our God may make (us) worthy of His calling and powerfully bring to fulfillment every good purpose and every effort of faith." Rest in Peace Let us pray for those who have died, especially Esther V. Whalen 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. 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". RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Thank You To the "Pumpkin Girls" for the pumpkin, may we all remember that God picked us, put a smile on our face and His light to shine through us. Nativity Festival The Religious Education Program will be hosting a nativity festival Sunday Nov 21 10:00am -11:30am. Come view nativities from around the world. Presentations will also be made on the topic of nativities as symbols of the incarnation. More than Christmas decorations, these works of art are also devotional pieces allowing the viewer new perspectives on a familiar theme. All are welcome! Ark Our 5th grade students are almost finished building their ark! Come view their interpretational model of Noah's ark in the auditorium of Montrose Sunday Nov 7th 10:00-12:00. 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. Parent/Catechist Evening All parents are invited to attend on Thursday, November 18th at 7:00-9:00 pm. This is an opportunity to meet and speak to your child's catechists, to see some of the work that the children are doing during religious education and discuss grade curriculum. Religious Education Invitation · Additional aide 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. St. Vincent De Paul Benefit Dinner
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 this weekend. 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 11/4, 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
Going Public With Our Faith
Politics is often taken to be a dirty word. And many of us are remarkably timid about going public with our faith.
Oxfam Fast
Thirty years ago, on the Thursday before Thanksgiving, thousands of people nationwide fasted for the day or skipped a meal, donating their food money to Oxfam America. So began Oxfam's Fast for a World Harvest campaign.
St. Patrick's Manor Annual Fair Friday, November 5, 10am to 4pm St. Patrick's Manor - Tara Lounge 863 Central Street, Framingham, Ma 01701 508-879-8000 St. Zepherin Fall Harvest Fair Saturday, November 6, 9 am to 3 pm 99 Main Street, Wayland, Ma 508-358-6334 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. Montrose School Open House Montrose School is hosting an Open House on Thursday, November 4th from 7 to 9pm. Montrose is an independent, college preparatory school for girls in Grades 6-12. For more information, contact the School at 508-650-6925 or visit www.MontroseSchool.org Other Area Open Houses Catholic Memorial, November 14, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
235 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. 617-469-8019
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