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FROM THE PASTOR I want to offer our prayerful best wishes to the young men and women of our parish family who received the SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION this past weekend. His Excellency, the Most Reverend Walter J. Edyvean administered the sacrament to our young adults and we are so proud of these visible witnesses of God's powerful presence at work in our midst. I wish to congratulate and thank as well the parents and sponsors of these candidates for their example of faith that has inspired these men and women to persevere in their commitment to our Catholic Church. I look forward to great things form these fine young people as they assume a more active and visible role in our parish family. I am indebted to the REV. THOMAS S. RAFFERTY, PATRICIA FAIR, THOMAS COBB, MEGHAN WALSH, AND LISA CORREIA for all that they did to prepare these candidates. May God bless you for your constant dedication and generous service to our religious education program. On behalf of the Parish Pastoral Council, I would like to express my thanks to the members of the parish ministries who helped support our recent STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY. This was a tremendous effort designed to encourage a deeper awareness of the many activities that constitute parish life, and we are delighted to welcome 65 new volunteers who signed up to become more actively involved in the parish. We have been enriched by the time, talent, and treasure of so many individuals, and we look forward to having even more people offer the unique gift of themselves to build up Christ's Body, the Church. Once again, I want to urge all parishioners who have not already contributed to the ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL to do so now. The Annual Catholic Appeal provides the resources through which we live "Our Faith, Our Mission." Your financial gift supports the efforts of those who work in the over 60 ministries, programs, and agencies that comprise the Church in Boston. If you have not already done so, I urge you to please consider making a substantial financial gift to the Annual Appeal. So many people are depending upon you. Thank you for your kindness and compassionate response. Finally, I want to remind you that this Tuesday, November 7th is ELECTION DAY in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is a privilege to be able to vote and I hope that you will take the time to exercise your civic responsibility. Our political leaders represent us and it is critical that we elect men and women who do that well. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 11/5 5:30 PM Family Healing Mass
PLEASE PRAY FOR Felicia Quesada, Charlene Lombardi, Patricia Finnegan, Mary Porter, Rita Marso, Harold Davis, Lucille Belmore, Ralph Vaccari, Leonard White, Harold Kashala, Robert Goldkamp, Ed Saunders, Jr., Richard Guerin, Kay I. Zinna, Maryann Webster, Helen MacDonald, Julie Branton, Catherine MacLellan, Jim Campbell, Wilma Verge, Ricky Webster, Eleonore Santospago, Eileen Dennis, Jordan Pascucci, Elaine Ruda, Ulysse Richard, Dave Markow, Lucy Grupposo, Marie Smith, Joel Dennis, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Tony Amendola, Thomas Kean, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, James Phillips, James Atherton, Barbara DiVaio, Barbara Waite, Gregory S. Giallonardo, Angela Marie Cobb and Celia Pasquarosa and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of November 5 will burn in prayer for Susan M. Carr. 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 $14,000.00 $12,506.25 $1,493.75 Stewardship "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength." (Mark 12:30) What percentage does God ask of me as a good steward? All of my heart, all of my soul, all of my mind, and all of my strength. Through the Catholic Appeal we live Our Faith, Our Mission As you make possible the many programs, ministries and services through which we live Our Faith, Our Mission, you will be part of the new, exciting initiatives taking place in the Archdiocese. You will be helping to open new lines of communication to Catholics of all ages through programs like CardinalsBlog.org and the "Christ Speaks in the City" initiative. You will be supporting programs, like those provided by the new Office of Regional Services, that help parishes and other Catholic organizations make the most of their resources. We are getting closer to reaching our goal, but we still have some distance to go. If you have not yet had the opportunity to give, there is still time. Extra pledge forms are available from the rectory (please call 508-653-1093). You can make a difference. As a parish, we have the capacity, heart and spirit to reach our goal. Help us make possible the programs, ministries and services through which we live Our Faith, Our Mission. Knights of Columbus Fundraiser The Knights of Columbus thanks all those who generously gave to its annual Tootsie Roll Fundraiser last weekend. All proceeds will go to Natick residents. Thank you for your support! Religious Education Congratulations to the young men and women who were confirmed Saturday by Bishop Walter Edyvean. May the gifts of the Holy Spirit keep them ever close to Christ and his Church throughout their lives. We are grateful to the men and women whose service as catechists, aides, mentors and examples have enriched the faith lives of our Confirmandi. 9th & 10th Grade Students: Please note, the next session of mini-courses begins this Monday, November 6. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Beginning next week, November 12 classes return to their Sunday night schedule, 6:30 - 7:30pm. Prayer for Vocations O God Almighty, we thank you for calling each of us into deeper life through Jesus. We thank you for the love we are called to bear one another and for the power you give us to love with your Spirit of love. Teach us to respect the many ways your Spirit is manifested and the many gifts needed to bring Christ's life in us to its fullness. Never let us forget that the greatest among us is the one who serves with joy and humility, using your gifts for the common good. We ask this in the name of your son through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Calling all Knitters & Crocheters The Natick Service Council is already thinking about Christmas! We are looking for handmade hats and mittens, especially for children ages 8 to 12 years old, as well as lap robes for elders and slippers for everyone. All will be given to needy families here in Natick. Holiday donations can be dropped off on Thursday, December 14th and Friday, December 15th at the Coolidge Gymnasium at the corner of Cottage and Webster Streets. For more information call (508)-655-1791. Come And Join Us! Our W.I.N.G.S Fall Session is off to a great start!
WOW debut Please tune into BCTV during this week to see St. Patrick Parish's own Matthew Howe appear on "WOW". "WOW" is a children's educational game show "where kids say the deepest things". Each half-hour show features third-graders competing against each other in front of a studio audience answering questions from Fr. Reed. Parish Christmas Dinner
Evening of Prayer Mass of Remembrance The AnnualMass of Remembrance for our loved ones who died this past year will be held on Monday, November 13th at 7:30 p.m. 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 outside of the parish, please contact the rectory so that we can make sure a personal invitation is extended to them. All are welcome to join us for this special Mass. Refreshments served in the church hall following Mass. Area Fairs and Festivals St. Patrick's Manor, 863 Central Street, Framingham, Friday, November 10, 10 am - 4 pm. Crafts, white elephant, ceramics, baked goods, basket raffles, jewelry, hand made items, gift table, wreaths, silk flowers and much more. Doll & Trunk Complete with Handmade Wardrobe (will fit American Girl Dolls). St. Bridget School, 832 Worcester Road, Framingham. Christmas Craft and Book Fair featuring ornaments, candles, scrapbook, jewelry, self portraits, scarves, embroidery, raffles and more. Sunday, November 19, school hall, 1 to 5 pm. Open Houses Marian High School,, 273 Union Avenue, Framingham, Sunday, November 5, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. For more information, call 508-875-7646 or visit www.marianhigh.org. Montrose School, 45 East Central Street, Natick, Sunday, October 15, 2 to 4 pm and Thursday, November 2 from 7 to 9 pm. For more information call 508-650-6925 or visit www.MontroseSchool.org. Mount Alvernia High School, Grades 7-12, 790 Centre Street, Newton, Sunday, November 5, 1:30 to 4:00 pm. For additional information contact 617-969-2260 or www.mountalverniahs.org. Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, girls school grades 5-12, 785 Centre Street, Newton, Sunday, November 5, 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Please call 617-244-4246 for additional information. St. Bridget School,, 832 Worcester Road, Framingham, Wednesday, November 15, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Accepting applications for K1-grade 6. School tour, Wednesday, November 8 at 9:00 am. Please contact Jean Nigloschy at 508-875-0181 for further information. St. Paul School, 10 Atwood Street, Wellesley, Wednesday, November 14, 9:30 - 10:30 am and 7 - 8 pm. For directions or additional information, please call 781-235-1510 or visit www.stpaulschoolwellesley.org. 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. Parish Christmas Dinner
SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY Come and join us on Sunday Mornings for an hour Bible Study on :Getting To Know Jesus in the Gospel of Mark We just finished Chapter 3 in our Study Guide and are meeting for 3 more weeks in Our Lady's Hall in the Montrose School from 10:15 - 11:15am. Feel Free to drop in and join 30+ Fellow Parishioners in Scripture Study, Friendship and Prayer. We would love you to join us! Natick Sons of Italy Pasta Nite Natick Sons of Italy Pasta Night 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 $6.00. Veteran's Day We salute all our servicemen and women who have served our country. May God continue to watch over them. |
