Saint Patrick's Parish

FROM THE PASTOR

The SECOND COLLECTION that is being taken up at all of the Masses this weekend is for MONTHLY PARISH MAINTENANCE. The proceeds from this monthly collection are used to help to defray some of the larger expenses that we incur in providing pastoral services. I know how difficult the current economic situation is for many but I would ask that those who are able to be as generous as possible. Thank you all for what you do and for the sacrifices that you make to aid the mission of the Church.

I am delighted to welcome to the parish staff, MR. JASON GIOMBETTI, who will assume the responsibilities of the Religious Education Program for Grades 7-10. I am most grateful to LISA CORREIA for her efforts to develop the curriculum and the enhancements to the overall program that have been made during the past few years. Mrs. Correia will continue in her role as the Coordinator of Grades 1-6. I am indebted to her for her willingness and generosity in assuming the responsibilities of the high school program during this interim period. Mr. Giombetti comes to us after having been in this similar position for a number of years at St. Cecilia’s in Ashland. In addition to the Religious Education responsibilities, Mr. Giombetti will aid in the parish Youth Ministry Program. I am certain that Jason will bring many blessings to the parish family and I am confident that you will make him feel at home here at St. Patrick’s.

Most of us are aware of the horrific earthquake that has ravaged the island of Haiti. Cardinal O’Malley has issued the following statement in response to overwhelming needs confronting the people of that impoverished country: “The human tragedy unfolding in Haiti is heartbreaking and it calls all of us to action to help the people impacted by the earthquake. We pray for those who have perished, for the injured, for the displaced and for relief personnel who are courageously working to assist the people of Haiti at this difficult and sad time. We ask God to bless Haiti and to be merciful in their hour of need. The destruction witnessed has devastated a poor nation of people who cry out now for the help of the world community. The Archdiocese of Boston will do its part in assisting our brothers and sisters in Haiti.”

The Cardinal is authorizing a second collection in the parishes of the Archdiocese of Boston on the weekend of January 30 & 31.Funds collected will be sent to Catholic Relief Services (CRS) to assist in relief efforts in Haiti. CRS will coordinate with local and international agencies to determine how best to provide help where it is most needed. In addition, the Cardinal announced that Catholic Charities Boston is actively engaged in working with the local Haitian community to assist families locally who have loved ones impacted by the earthquake.

Mass Intentions This Week

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.

“To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit.” - 1 Corinthians 12:7

St. Paul tells us that God has blessed each of us for a reason. How has God blessed you? Are you using your gifts according to God’s plan, helping to do His work here on earth? Remember that if you don’t do the work God planned for you, no one else can do it.

In an effort to make it more convenient for parishioners to financially support Saint Patrick Parish, we now offer you the ability to make your offertory contributions electronically. Rather than placing cash or checks in the collection basket each week, you now have the option to simply have a predetermined monthly amount withdrawn from your checking or savings account that will be automatically deposited into the Parish Offertory. Transactions will be made on the 15th of each month. If you are interested in signing up for electronic offertory payments, or if you would like additional information, please contact Jean Lorrey in the Parish Office at 508-653-1093. Thank you.

For your convenience, tax statements for your 2009 offertory contributions are available by contacting the parish office at 508-653-1093. Your personalized statement will be prepared and mailed to you, or arrangements may be made to pick it up in the office. Please note that the IRS may disallow your charitable deductions if you are unable to provide this acknowledgement to them upon request. Thank you for your continued support of Saint Patrick Parish.

Calling high schoolers: please come to the next meeting of the parish youth group on Sunday, January 24 in the downstairs school hall from 7:30-8:45.

The following persons were recently incorporated into the Body of Christ, the Church:

With God’s grace and the support of their parents and godparents, may these newly baptized become mature believers, reaching to the very height of Christ’s full stature (Eph. 4:13).

Carole Bishop, Rita Brochu, Bea Campbell, Bob Carson, Cathy Coughlin, Timothy Dooling, Matt Doyle, Ryan Fair, Michelle Heyde, Dan Lagan, Nick Losurdo, Dorothy Manning, Kathryn Mawn, Joe McConnon, Ed Milch, Terry Norchi, Maureen O’Brien (co-chair), Elizabeth Parker, Michelle Parkhurst, Keith Reilly, Michael Rourke (co-chair), Lynda Sennott, Judith Veinbergs.

The St. Patrick Altar Society is in need of additional members to help with the cleaning of the sacristy, altar area and altar linens. We would like enough volunteers so that a once-a-month commitment is all that would be necessary. If you are interested, please call the rectory at 508-653-1093, and leave your name and number. Thank you for your consideration!

It is a joy for us to welcome new members to our parish! If you worship with us regularly, but are not fully registered, use this form to request registration information. Drop it in the basket or mail it to us. We look forward to your active participation in our faith community.

PLEASE NOTE that the Parish Office will be closed Monday, January 18 for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 19, at 9:15 a.m.

Join us for LIFT – an exciting monthly worship event which includes vibrant praise and worship music, dynamic, challenging speakers and Eucharistic Adoration. LIFT is for all ages. Be with us on Tuesday, January 19th as we welcome Fr. John Gerth as our speaker. The evening runs from 7 – 9 pm at Fontbonne Academy, 930 Brook Road, Milton, MA. Directions and a downloadable flyer, along with more information about LIFT, can be found on our website at www.liftedhigher.com. Come join in worship with hundreds of Catholics from around the Boston area!

A meeting for the Adoration Ministry has been scheduled for Thursday evening, January 21st, at 7:30 pm. The meeting will take place downstairs in the Lower Church Hall. Newcomers are most welcome. Become informed about Adoration. Thank you all for your continued support. If you wish to commit to an hour, for information, please call Ed or Shirley at 508-653-2941.

The 8th grade Religious Education students, in conjunction with the Respect Life Ministry, will be hosting the annual Respect Life Baby Shower the weekends of January 24 & 31. The items donated will help struggling families who chose life through Project Hope.
Items needed include:
DIAPERS, (size newborn to 5),
SLEEPING CLOTHES with snaps (size 0-9 mos.), BLANKET SLEEPERS (size 0-6 & 6-12 mos.),
BOTTLES 4 oz. & 8 oz. (no VPA please),
and BABY TOILETRIES
Items can be dropped off in the baskets at the doors of the Church January 24 & 31 or at the school during religious education classes through Feb. 3.

St. Joseph Elementary School, 90 Pickering St., Needham, will hold an Information Night on Thursday, January 21 at 7:00 pm in the school library (May Street entrance) For preview, visit www.saintjoes.com.

Montrose School, 29 North St., Medfield, will have an Open House on Thursday, January 21 from 7:00-9:00 p. For further information, please call 508-359-2423. Montrose is an independent college preparatory day school with a Catholic tradition, for girls in grades 6-12.

St. Bridget Elementary School, 832 Worcester Rd., Framingham, Open House, Sunday, January 31, 10-11 a.m. or Tuesday, February 2, 9-10 am. Contact Jennifer Ryan, 508-875-0181, ext 229 or visit www.saintbridgetschool.info for more details.

St. John Elementary School, 9 Ledyard St., Wellesley, Open House, Sunday, January 31, 9:30am-noon with facility tour or Tuesday, February 2, 8:30-9:30 am while school is in session. Visit www.saintjohnschool.net or call 781-235-0300 for more information.

St. Paul Elementary School, 10 Atwood St., Wellesley, will host an Open House on Thursday, February 4 from 9:30 -11:00 am. For more information, please visit www.stpaulschoolwellesley.org.

Monsignor James J. Haddad Middle School, 110 May St., Needham will host an Information Night, Thursday, January 21 at 7:00 pm in the middle school dining room. MHMS serves students in grades 6-8. For more information, please call 781-449-0133 x211.

Saint Patrick's Parish Natick, Massachusetts

Saint Patrick's Parish
Natick, Massachusetts