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FROM THE PASTOR And the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father's only Son, full of grace and truth. John 1:14 MERRY CHRISTMAS! Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 12/24 5:30 PM NO MASS AT THIS TIME
PLEASE PRAY FOR FOR Francis Burke, Patrick Burke, Philip Allen, 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, 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, Celia Pasquarosa, Mike Fitzgerald and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of December 24 will burn in prayer for Michael Lesniak, Agostina & Enrico Zongi, Pedini & Giorgi Family, Robert F. Cashman, Sims Family, Spillane Family, Mary & Joseph O'Brien & Family, Elsie Shea and Michael Parker. 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 $14,727.75 $727.75 Stewardship "You, Bethlehem-Ephrathah, too small to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel." (Micah 5:1) We may think that the gifts we have to offer may be too small or too inconsequential to give to God. Today we are reminded that God brought forth His greatest gift to mankind, His own Son, through the humble town of Bethlehem. He can also accomplish great things through us if we let Him. St. Vincent de Paul Weekly Food Collection Parishioners are reminded of the ongoing food collection for the needy members of our community. Donations of non-perishable food products and non-food items may be left at the left side of the church vestibule at any service. Items are then distributed to various food pantries. Some especially needed items at this time are: canned stews, cereal, coffee, 100% fruit drinks, tomato products, toothpaste and shampoo. Your generosity in assisting individuals and families who are unable to meet some of their basic needs is greatly appreciated! Rest in Peace Let us pray for those who have died, especially Christmas Mass Schedule
The Parish Office will be closing at noontime on Thursday, December 21 for Christmas. We will reopen on Wednesday, December 27. We wish all our parishioners a happy, blessed Christmas! Saint Patrick Parish Staff Prayer for Vocations Most Holy Virgin, certain of your intercession, we pray that the mysteries of the Risen Christ and of the Holy Spirit may enlighten many to become willing and generous servants of the church. We pray for our youth to whom the Lord addresses a special invitation of closer fellowship. May they refuse to be carried away by the things of this world, but open their hearts instead, to the friendly voice that calls them. May they feel capable of making a life-long commitment to Christ and to his church for the salvation of mankind. May they trust that divine grace will endow them with the power to make a total offering of themselves as they feel the attraction of priestly, religious and missionary life. We pray for the Christian families, that they may provide a favorable atmosphere for their youngsters and help them make the right choices. We beseech you that all priests and religious be an example to our youth by their availability and humble readiness to accept the gifts of the Holy Spirit. May they be able to extend to all the fruits of love and peace. Amen. Pope John Paul II Marriage Encounter An experience for building communication, creating intimacy, self esteem and enriching the values of marriage, family and faith. This program is for couples who believe they have a good marriage but desire a deeper understanding, a richer communication, a better quality and more spirituality in their marriage. The upcoming dates are January 12th weekend, February 16th weekend. For further details or information contact 1-800-367-0343 or www.mene.org. National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, Route 118, Attleboro, MA announces the 2006 Christmas Festival of Lights through January 1, 2007. The illuminations run from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. Admission and parking are free. Facilities, including gift shop and cafeteria, are wheelchair accessible. For more information call 508-222-5410 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or visit our web site at www.lasalette-shrine.org. CatholicTV of Boston
It's that time of year again! CatholicTV of Boston will intersperse Advent and Christmas programming with their regular schedule throughout December and especially from Monday, December 18 until New Year's Eve. Then, all day Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and December 26, Boston CatholicTV will become Boston Christmas TV for 72 hours of non-stop holiday specials.
Christmas Lights Display The traditional Christmas Lights display at Our Lady of Fatima Shrine will take place through January 1, from 5:00-9:00 p.m. CYO Basketball The Saint Patrick CYO Basketball teams are off to a great start! Why not take in a game (held at Natick High School) and cheer on our teams?! Go to CYO Basketball for the schedule 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. |
