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FROM THE PASTOR This Sunday, the Church celebrates the FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING and it is a reminder to all of us of our status as His servants. Through our baptismal commitment, each one of us is called to serve the Lord with fidelity and obedience to His Gospel. It is precisely because we acknowledge Christ to be our Lord and King that we must share His Gospel with others, inviting all people to drink of the Truth of His Gospel. We are sent to serve our brothers and sisters in imitation of His love, that Love that finds its fullest expression in the Eucharist that we celebrate. On this day, we beg the Lord for the grace to lead all of us through a world filled with lights contrary to the Gospel and to give us the courage to stand before the Truth, whether convenient or inconvenient, confident that Christ the King always remains with us. On behalf of the entire parish, I am happy to welcome the many new parishioners who have joined our parish family in the past few years. We are celebrating a SPECIAL MASS OF WELCOME this Sunday at 11:30 AM and we invite all to join us for this important event. There will be a reception in the Church hall after the Mass for the new families to welcome them into the parish and to familiarize them with the many aspects of parish life . It is my hope that these new parishioners will become more actively involved in the various activities of the parish and I am certain that our community will be enriched by the gift of their presence. This Thursday, November 27th is THANKSGIVING DAY and we certainly have many reasons to be grateful to God for His blessings. I want to express our prayerful best wishes to all for a HAPPY THANKSGIVING. God's goodness is so apparent and we gather as a community of faith to offer our prayers for the many ways in which God has enriched our lives with His gifts. The most appropriate way to offer our thanks to God is through the celebration of the Eucharist. The Mass is the Most Perfect Prayer that has ever been spoken, for it is the Prayer of Jesus Christ. In union with the Lord Jesus, we offer our prayer of gratitude to the Father for all that He has done for us. We will offer Mass on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMEBER 26TH AT 7:30 PM and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH AT 8:00 AM. There will be a special collection taken up during the Mass to assist the ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY in their most important and charitable ministry to those who are most in need. We hope that all of you will be able to join us as we offer the thanks of the parish family to the Lord Whose generosity is without end. I have been invited to celebrate the SUNDAY MASS ON TELEVISION that is broadcast each week on WHDH, Channel 7. This is a privilege that is extended solely because of my role as Pastor of this parish and so I want to invite any parishioners to join me for this special moment. However, space is limited and therefore if you would like to be present in the studio, please contact the Rectory. The Mass will be celebrated on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH AT 7:30 AM and will be broadcast live from the studio of Channel 7. May I ask that you please remember me in your prayers. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 11/23 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass
Olin E. Thayer, Robert, Vincent & Evelyn Fontaine, Edna Lambert, Agnes Barr
PLEASE PRAY FOR Anne Casperson, Thoma Kean, Marlene Carmichael, 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. SANCTUARY LAMPS LAMPS for the week of November 23th will burn in prayer for Diane Polagruta, John McGovern, Vincent S. Teso, Ralph C. Digiandomenico, Jr., and Barbara Robinson. 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. November 18, 2003
Since the inception of the Commonwealth and the writing of the Massachusetts Constitution, jurists, public officials, and common sense have interpreted marriage as meaning a lifetime covenant between a man and a woman. It is alarming that the Supreme Judicial Court in this ruling has cast aside what has been not only that interpretation of the Massachusetts Constitution but the very definition of marriage held by peoples for thousands of years. My hope is that legislators will have the courage and common sense to redress this situation for the good of society. PARISH SUPPORT Budgeted Actual $15,000.00 $11,605.00 $3,395.00 Congratulations to the three students who will be Confirmed at the Sun. 5:30 Mass: Matthew Martin Raffol
A sincere thank you to all of those involved in making Confirmation a very special event: Most Rev. Walter J Edyvean, Fr. Kiely, Fr. Riley, Dcn Crump, along with Lee Crump, Trisha Fair, Manni LaCount, Maureen Paquette, and Barbara Walsh. Christmas Pageant The Pageant is almost here! After the 9:00 am and the 11:30 am Masses, representatives of the Pageant Committee will be on hand in the Vestibule of the Church to sign children up as well as answer any questions. The Pageant will be Sunday December 14th at 10:15am, in the Upper Church. Youth Mass Sometimes we as the youth of the Parish can feel as though the parish only belongs to those who are years older. The Youth Mass is a way to reconnect with YOUR spiritual needs and desires as well as the parish community. Come join us and find out what everyone's talking about. Sunday 7:30PM Lower Church 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 . 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! FAMILIES As we approach the holidays with all of its media messages are you looking to spend some quality time with your children? Join us for Advent Fridays to watch family-friendly videos on Christmas themes. Each video is a half-hour and is geared to a specific age group but appropriate for families with multiple aged children. These videos and others may be borrowed from the Parish Video Library located in the lower church hall. Popcorn and soda will be available, bring your own pillows, blankets etc. to be comfortable. Free will donation. Family Advent Video series Fridays Dec 5, 12, 19 7:00pm Dec 5 The Greatest Adventure: The Nativity (Targeted to ages 5-7)
Important Reminders!! · There will be no classes on Tuesday, Wednesday November 26 and on Sunday November 30. Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Please don't forget to fill out and return the Adult Faith Formation surveys! available online in religious education. MINISTRY NOTICES
Ornaments for the annual Jesse Tree are ready for this weekend. Each ornament represents a gift wish of a child / adult that you may fulfill. Your kindness in providing gifts to needy members of our community symbolize the roots of kindness and love that branch from our hearts and unify us as a family in Christ. Member of the Respect Life Ministry will be at the back of the church to assist you in choosing a gift for the next three weeks. Gifts need to be returned wrapped, tag securely on and returned no later than December 14 to the back of the church. PEACE AND JUSTICE Annual El Salvador Craft Sale
Adoration "Perpetual Adoration with exposition needs a great push. People ask me: "What will convert America and save the world?' My answer is prayer. What we need is for every Parish to come before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament in holy hours of prayer." Blessed Mother Teresa. Extra coverage is needed for the following hours:
Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Pine Street Inn Service Project, Sat 12/6, 4pm. Serve dinner to the homeless - a great way to live out the Gospel. Meet rear parking lot. eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. First Friday Dinner, Fri 12/5, following 7:30pm Mass. Each month we go out to dinner after First Friday Mass. eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. HAPPY THANKSGIVING Happy Thanksgiving to all from the St. Patrick Parish staff! A special thank you to all those in our many ministries that have kept the less fortunate in mind through their many acts of giving and service.
community events Catholic High School Entrance Exams Brother Daniel Skala, C.F.X., Headmaster at Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood announces the Entrance Exam for Eighth Grade boys who wish to enter the Freshman Class in September, 2004 will be held on Saturday, December 13th at 8:30a.m. Test registration forms and admissions packets may be picked up at Open House or by calling the admissions office at 781-326-6392. Open House for Xaverian Brothers High School is Sunday, December 7th from 10am-12Noon. It's Not Too Early to Think About Summer Camp Camp Fatima for boys and Camp Bernadette for girls in NH, are now taking registrations for their summer sessions. Some sessions have filled up so don't wait. If you would like more information please call, write, or email the Diocesan Camps at 603-364-5851, PO Box 206, Gilmanton Iron Works, NH 03837, info@diocamps.org. You can also check out our website at www.diocamps.org. |
