 Home Bulletin • Archives Religious Education CYO Basketball Information Other Links Contact Us Email Us |
|
|
FROM THE PASTOR Last week's snowy weather understandably prevented many people from attending Mass on Sunday and as a result, the Offertory collection was significantly lower than usual. I hope that you will try to compensate for this shortfall by making a larger contribution in this week's Offertory. We rely upon the weekly Offertory to meet the parish's operating expenses which continue despite the blizzard and we presently face an obvious deficit. Your generosity will enable us to continue to meet our financial obligations in a timely manner. The SECOND COLLECTION this week is for the Church in Latin America which was scheduled for last week. If you were unable to contribute to the collection, it would be most appreciated if you would make a contribution now. I am most grateful for your constant support and I want to assure you of my prayers that God will reward you for your many acts of kindness. This Thursday, February 3rd, is the Feast of St. Blaise and it is a tradition to bless throats on that day. Because the Feast falls during the week, many people would not be able to participate in this sacred action. We will therefore have the BLESSING OF THROATS after all of the Masses on this weekend. We pray that, through the intercession of St. Blaise, bishop and martyr, God will protect all of us all ailments of the throat and from every other evil. One of our young people is planning to attend WORLD YOUTH DAY this summer and is looking for some financial assistance in order to help defray the cost of this trip. World Youth Day is held every other year and it is a celebration in which the Holy Father joins with youth from all over the world to deepen their commitment to Christ and His Church. This year's celebration is to be held in Cologne, Germany and Ashley Crosby is planning to attend. Ashley is collaborating with youth from the area in order to sponsor a raffle so that they might be present at World Youth Day in August. Since the young adult is responsible for funding their trip, these young people are sponsoring a RAFFLE. Tickets are available after all of the Masses this weekend and your support of this endeavor will be of great benefit to both Ashley and the entire parish community. Finally, with the Lenten season quickly approaching, I want to direct your attention to a special project to benefit the poor. Members of our parish community have been very supportive of Labels are for Jars, a creative effort to help feed the poor through Saint Patrick's Parish in Lawrence. Cor Unum has just released an excellent Lenten Guide which provides a spiritual reflection and questions for each day of Lent. This also offers opportunities for directly helping to feed our hungry brothers and sisters in Lawrence, which, as you know, is one of the most impoverished communities in the Commonwealth. If you are interested in considering the Label's Guide for your personal use during Lent, you may pick up a copy at the exits of church. You may also download a copy from the "Lent Guide" link at the bottom of the homepage of www.labelsareforjars.org. This would be a wonderful way to sacrifice for the poor during this holy season and I hope that many of you will participate in this worthwhile project. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 1/30 5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass Luisa Valenti and Mike Ruiz
PLEASE PRAY FOR Salvatore Tumolo, Mary Porter, Ricky Webster, Patricia Kaufman, Eleanor Ruiz, John Morton, Eleonore Santospago, Eileen Dennis, Jordan Pascucci, Elaine Ruda, Ulysse Richard, Dave Markow, Stuart McIntosh, Laura Tomlin, Lucy Grupposo, Marie Smith, John Healey, Joel Dennis, Greg Giallonardo, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Tony Amendola, Thomas Kean, Chuck Plaistek, Jane O'Keefe, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, Denise Perreault, Amy Flickenger, James Phillips, Elvira Portyrala, James Atherton, Mike Fitzgerald, and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of January 30th will burn in prayer for Candia Hynds, Kathy McCumber and Charles Arkle. 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. STEWARDSHIP Blessed are they who are what they are and do what they do for the sake of the kingdom! The gospel today assures good stewards that their suffering and their service on behalf of the kingdom will be rewarded! World Youth Day 2005 Raffle $10,000 Grand Prize
In August, 2005, the eight-day event will be held in Cologne, Germany. It includes prayer services, a Papal visit, and an outdoor Mass led by the Pope, along with many other events. Drawing Sat., Feb. 12, 9:30pm at St. Ann's, Wayland Participating Youth: Ashley Crosby of St. Patrick's, Kaylee Coons, Bethany McEleney, David Mulcahy, T.J. Rufo, Katie Stack, and George Weithman. The Liguorian Players present:
Edith Stein
The Liguorian Players of New York bring their critically acclaimed production of Edith Stein to Merrimack College. This powerful, controversial philosopher turned Carmelite nun who was murdered at Auschwitz, includes an after show discussion with the company and playwright Arthur Giron. Don't miss this powerful production. Thursday, February 17th at 8:00pm
THANKS TO OUR ADVERTISERS FOR THEIR SUPPORT Steve Drozd, a representative from Liturgical Publications, our bulletin publisher, has been with us contacting present and prospective advertisers for the back of our weekly bulletin. As you know, it is our advertisers that make our bulletin possible. We thank all those who have renewed their ads as well as our new advertisers. Anyone who might be interested in advertising in our bulletin is advised that the new ads begin in early March. There is plenty of time to contact Steve at (800) 888-4574, ext. 392. He will be happy to answer any questions. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Needed! Due to some changes in the lives of some of our volunteers, we are currently looking for committed volunteers to help out with grades 7, 8 and 9. Classes meet Wednesday evenings 6:30-7:30pm. Please call the Religious Ed office for additional information. Photographers Seeking Middle School or High School students to be parish photographers. Photographers would attend various parish events to take pictures to be published on the website, bulletins and other parish publications. Some events would include CYO basketball games, Monthly Evening of Prayer, Special Events. Please call Melisa to find out how you can help us share the exciting things going on in our parish, 508-907-6220. Service Opportunity High School Students with a talent for entertaining young children Give a gift of your time to parents learning about their faith by playing games and doing activities with their young children. The adult education program is looking for 5-6 High School students to entertain children for approximately 1 hr for 8 Sunday mornings starting Jan 23 while their parents attend an adult faith formation class. For more information please contact Nancy Maguire 508-653-1017 CYO Basketball Go to the CYO Web Page For the remaining game schedule Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 2/3, 7:30pm. Learn more about your faith at our weekly Bible Study at the Joseph Center. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. First Friday Dinner, Fri 2/4, following 7:30pm Mass. Each month we go out to dinner after First Friday Mass. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008. St. Patrick’s Church will host its Community Blood Drive on Saturday, February 5th from 8:30AM – 2:30PM in the Lower Church Hall Demand for blood products is increasing. Please help ensure that a safe and adequate blood supply is available when needed. Please continue supporting your family, friends, neighbors…Give the “Gift of Life”. Call 800-448-3543 with any questions. Box Supper and IMAX 3D Movie to Benefit The Natick Service Council When: February 13th
Helping to form the Future
All you can eat pasta, meatballs, sausage, salad, homemade desserts and coffee. Other beverages available for purchase. Proceeds go to scholarship fund. Immediate and long-term benefits to all. Mass in honor of Blessed Mary of Providence
A Mass in honor of Blessed Mary of Providence will be offered at the Fatima Shrine, Rte 126, Holliston, MA on Monday, February 7th at 7pm. Father David Lewis of St. Mary's, Holliston will be the celebrant. There will be a Holy Hour with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Join us if you can! Worldwide Marriage Encounter Are you looking for a way to avoid the January blahs? How about a special weekend, just for the 2 of you? Register for a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend today! Upcoming dates are February 11-13, and March 4-6. For more information call Dave & Karen Demers at 1-800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmeMA.org. LOOKING FOR A NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION??? WHAT COULD BE BETTER THAN TO GROW IN YOUR FAITH
WEEKLY FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM
|
