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FROM THE PASTOR The SPECIAL SECOND COLLECTION that is being taken up at all of the Masses this weekend is for the WOMEN AND MEN RELIGIOUS who have dedicated their lives in service to Christ's Church. This annual collection is authorized by our nation's bishops in order to help defray the escalating health and retirement costs of these wonderful servants of Christ. Many of us owe our present level of success in part to these men and women religious who labored in our Catholic educational systems and who gave us the skills that we needed to make our way in the world. This special collection allows us the opportunity to express to them our gratitude by our financial generosity in their hour of need. I know that you will be as generous as you can be in this collection and I am certain that God will reward you for your compassionate response to this special and urgent Appeal. I am very grateful to the members of the PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL for sharing with all of us the fiscal state of the parish. If you did not receive a copy of the financial report, there are some available at the doors of the Church. Currently, about 15% of our parishioners are contributing almost 75% of the operating budget. As we all are fortunate to share in the blessings of this great parish, we all need to share in its financial support. I am so deeply grateful to the many parishioners who have increased their contributions and I am asking that all of us prayerfully consider increasing our weekly offering in order to insure that a disproportionate burden is not placed upon the shoulders of our brothers and sisters. Through our careful stewardship of your contributions, we have been able to reduce the parish operating expenses by $ 12,000. per month. However, I feel obliged to bring to your attention that we need a minimum of $15,000.00 in the weekly Offertory if we are to operate the parish without incurring a debt or experiencing a reduction in pastoral services. I want to invite all parishioners to join us for a MASS OF REMEMBRANCE for our deceased on Monday evening, November 10th at 7:30 PM in the Church. I have already invited the family members of those who were buried from St. Patrick's during the past year but I want to extend an invitation to all parishioners. I am especially mindful of those who may have experienced the death of a loved one beyond the borders of our parish and I hope that they will join us as well as we commend these dear ones to the Lord. Death is always tough for those of us who remain and this Mass affords us the opportunity to console each other with our faith in the Risen Christ and bring comfort to those in need. Lastly, I want to bring to your attention that the new GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS OF THE ROMAN MISSAL have been approved and are to be implemented by the First Sunday of Advent. In the next few weeks, we will be providing information as to how these new norms will impact us at St. Patrick's. These instructions are a great blessing to the Church as we strive to be faithful to Christ's gift of Himself in the Eucharist by our celebration of the Liturgy. The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of the Christian life and our privileged participation in this divine moment requires reverence, joy, and, most of all, charity. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 11/2 5:30 PM Family Healing Mass
PLEASE PRAY FOR Leo Alvares,Bill Collett, Bobby Nolasco, Chuck Plaistek, Norma Lally, Francis Roberts, Joseph Lombardi Louis Maffiola, Tony Armata, Jane O'Keefe, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Sandra Green, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Lorraine McDonough, Gregg Giallonardo, Muriel Cosentino, Denise Perreault, Rose Kilmer, Kathleen Mary Kennedy, Amy Flickenger, Paul Cropper, James Philips, Jean Orme, Nadia DeMasi, Elvira Portyrala, Mike Fitzgerald, and all the sick of the parish, as well as all the faithful departed, especially Francis (Tay) Roberts. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of November 2 will burn in prayer for Agostina & Enrico Zonghi & Family, Ralph Sims, Cynthia Mahew, George & Maria Maraggia, 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 $12,542.00 $2,456.00 In order to reach our budgeted expenses, we are asking each parishioner to increase their weekly contribution by a minimum of $3.00. Thank you for your generous response. Envelope
users $8,657.00 318 envelopes were used for an average donation $27.22 Religious Education We continue to pray for our Confirmation Candidates, their Sponsors, and their families as they complete their final preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation November 15, 2003. THANK YOU!! Melissa Cecchi, Bethany MacEleney, Callie Walsh, Dan D'Innocenzo, Ashley Crosby and all those who participated in the Youth Mass, you did a wonderful job of creating a warm sense of community among teens and young adults.
Reminder There are NO CLASSES Tuesday, November 11th due to Veterans Day. This only applies to TUESDAY classes. Calling all Prayer Partners We invite all parishioners to take part in the faith life of our children by becoming prayer partners for one of our 83 second graders as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation (First Penance) in January and the Sacrament of First Communion in May. A prayer partner is given the name of a child and commits to pray for that child and their family throughout the preparation time. You have the opportunity to meet the child before they receive their Sacraments. Please contact the Office of Religious Education to participate in this rewarding ministry. SIGN UP sheets located in the back of the Church. Sunday Morning Religious Education classes will begin at 10:15 am starting TODAY. Religious Education Teachers and Aides in grades 1-5 are strongly encouraged to attend the Teacher Support Evening featuring RCL representative Paul Langford on Thursday Nov 6 at 7:00pm. Discussion and refreshments will follow. Not sure what to with all those great books your children have outgrown? We are looking for donations to start a library of religious children books. You can drop them off at the Rectory. Any questions, call Sally DeGeorge (508)655-0198. We'll also accept suggestions for good books to purchase--help your church in purchasing some of the books . Calling all preschoolers and their parents! Please join us for our new drop-in story hour on Fridays from 9:30-10:30 in the lower church hall. We'll read stories, sing songs, learn finger plays, and do simple crafts. Some of the themes we'll cover are Angels, Jesus, Mary, God, Friendship, Kindness, Sharing, I Am Special, Praying, etc. Hope you can join us starting November 14. If you have any questions please call Sally DeGeorge (508) 655-0198 or Kim Horton (508 )653-6309. As we prepare our homes and our kitchens for Thanksgiving, all religious education students are asked to bring in canned fruits and vegetables to add to the Thanksgiving baskets prepared for member s of the community by the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Please ensure all cans are in good shape and are not expired. The last day for donations will be Sunday November 23. Thank You! MINISTRY NOTICES PEACE AND JUSTICE Oxfam fast On Thursday, Nov. 20th, St. Patrick Peace & Justice Ministry will co-sponsor the annual Oxfam Fast with members of the 1st Congregational Church. For several years some members of our neighbor church have attended St. Patrick's Fast, and this year they have invited us to come to their church. Consequently, we will be gathering in the hall of the First Congregational Church, at the corner of Main & Central Streets, at 6:30pm. A light meal of bread and soup will be served. ALL WELCOME; more information in next week's bulletin Adoration Pope John Paul II says: "Our essential commitment in life is to grow spiritually in the climate of the Holy Eucharist." We have that opportunity here at St. Patrick's where we have Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. Extra coverage is needed for the following hours: If, however, none of the above fit your schedule please sign up for any hour. Two Hourly Coordinator spots are open: 2-3pm & 7-8pm. Any questions, call Carole @ 508-653-0371 (between 3pm and 7pm) Note: our Adoration Chapel is air conditioned. Celebrating October "The Month for Life" SEAMLESS GARMENT REFLECTION "As Catholics, we are not free to abandon unborn children because they are seen as unwanted or inconvenient; to turn our backs on immigrants because they lack the proper documents; to create then destroy human lives in a quest for medical advances or profit; to turn away from poor women and children because they lack economic or political power, or to ignore sick people because they have no insurance. Nor can we neglect international responsibilities in an aftermath of war because resources are scarce. Catholic teaching requires us to speak for the voiceless and to act in accord with universal moral values."
"Faithful Citizenship: A Catholic Call to Political Responsibility" Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 11/06, 7:30pm. Learn more about your faith at our weekly Bible Study at the Joseph Center. We're studying Matthew. Contact Jonathan,jms2586@yahoo.com, 508-655-2410. First Friday Dinner, Fri 11/7, following 7:30pm Mass. Each month we go out to dinner after First Friday Mass. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 781-447-5342. mass of remembrance This month's Evening of Prayer is the annual Mass of Remembrance for all of our deceased parishioners and loved ones who have died this past year. All are invited to this special Mass on Monday, November 10th, at 7:30 in the upper church. Invitations have been sent to parishioners whose loved ones were buried from Saint Patrick Church this year, however, if you or someone you know is grieving a loss suffered this year, please let us know so that we may include the name of your loved ones as well in this special Mass of Remembrance. A light reception will follow the Mass downstairs in the lower Church. APOSTOLATE OF PURGATORY Every Tuesday following the 7:00PM Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at the Fatima Shrine in Holliston, there will be a holy hour for the Holy Souls. Materials available. For more information call 508-234-6378. WEST VIRGINIA WORKCAMP KICKOFF MEETING When: Sunday, November 16
community events OPEN HOUSE Montrose School is hosting an Open House on Thursday, November 13th from 7 to 9PM with a presentation at 7:45PM. Montrose is an independent, college preparatory school for girls in Grades 6-12. A winner of the National School of Character Award, 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 FALL HARVEST FAIR St. Zepherin Church, 99 Main St., Cochituate Village, Wayland will hold its 13th annual Fall Harvest Fair on Saturday, November 15th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a petting zoo, a kids' corner with many activities, along with live music, food, and beverages. A craft sale will offer knits, embroidery, decorations and many seasonal items. A large selection of baked goods will also be on sale. There will also be a 50-50 raffle and a special raffle of theme baskets. ST. PAUL CHOIR PRESENTS AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS, BY GIAN CARLO MENOTTI St. Paul Choir and orchestra, directed by Mary Lee Cirella, is preparing a presentation of "Amahl and the Night Visitors" on Saturday evening, Dec. 6, at 7:30 PM and Sunday afternoon, December 7th at 4:00 PM
This is the story of Amahl, a poor crippled shepherd boy, and his mother, who receive a visit one night from the Three Wise Men as they follow the star to Bethlehem. Something wonderful happens during the night. Come and see! Bring your family to begin the Christmas season with this wonderful and touching story.
Location: St. Paul Parish Hall, 502 Washington St., Wellesley |
