The SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK will be celebrated on this Saturday, February 23rd immediately following the 4:00 PM Mass. We recommend that all parishioners who are about to enter the hospital or are planning to undergo any surgery in the near future avail themselves of this wonderful gift of God’s healing.

On next Saturday, March 1st, we will be having a DAY OF REFLECTION for all those who are involved in any ministry here at St. Patrick’s Parish. I have invited the REV. PAUL B. O’BRIEN, the Pastor of St. Patrick’s in Lawrence, to be the leader for this day. The day is designed to encourage all of us to become renewed and refreshed as we attempt to make a return to the Lord for His goodness to us. This day is open to all who might wish to participate. Please call the Rectory for more details.

Next weekend, March 1-2, we will begin the ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL for the Archdiocese of Boston. As Catholics, we are called to provide for the needs of our neighbors and for the entire Catholic family, especially in union with our Archbishop. One of the many ways in which we can fulfill our responsibilities is through our generous response to this Appeal in order to support the many works of the Church. Our financial response is indicative of our commitment to support all of the good works that benefit the entire community. For many people, life holds much pain and sadness. They live with disappointment, failed dreams, debilitating illness, failures and sins that rob them of their dignity. It is the responsibility of the Church to hand on to them the Light of Christ and that Light happens through us, through our deeds and actions. We bear the responsibility to bring the fragile light of Christ to those who need Christ desperately. The Annual Catholic Appeal is the primary funding source that provides for the critical programs and services that assist the Cardinal as he attempts to bring the Light of Christ to those most in need. In this 200th anniversary year of the Church in Boston, we are asked to make a generous response so that we might build up the Church in order to bring hope and love to thousands of men, women, and children.

Electronic Offertory Contributions for
The Month of February
$3,554.00

Stewardship

“ …. and indeed the Father seeks such people to worship him.” John 4:23

Indeed, the hour has come when the Father seeks us, needs us, to worship him for the sake of the whole world. Loving God, show me the way to worship you in Spirit and truth.

Rest in Peace

Let us pray for those who have died, especially

David Buckley

May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace

2007 Tax Statements

For your convenience, tax statements for your 2007 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.

Electronic Offertory

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.

Dominican Laity Meeting Sunday February 24th at 1:30PM

Today St. Martin dePorres Chapter of the Fraternities of St. Dominic meets in the Lower Church Hall at 1:30PM. Our meeting begins with the Rosary and Angelus and is followed by a spiritually uplifting talk by Sr.Kathleen Corrigan, OP. Then there will be a talk entitled, "Sancta Missa" concerning the Tridentine Mass recently promoted by Benedict XVIth. All our welcome to come join us. Bring a friend. We will have a break with light refreshments. After the break, we will have a short business meeting followed by the Liturgy of the Hours to close the meeting. Inquiries, call Peg at 508-655-2347 or Pat 508-820-4786.

Saint Patrick Parish
Lenten Schedule

Daily Mass Schedule
Mon. – Fri. 6:30 and 8:00 a.m.
Saturday – 8:00 a.m.
Reminder: There will NOT be any Wednesday or Friday evening Masses during Lent.

Parish Lenten Supper
Saturday, February 23rd
Following the 4:00 p.m. Mass

Parish Day of Reflection
Saturday, March 1st, 9:00 – 3:30
Reverend Paul O’Brien, “Stewardship”

Parish Lenten Mission
Most Reverend John P. Boles, “Discipleship”
Monday, March 10 – Evening of Prayer
Tuesday, March 11 – Reconciliation
Wed., March 12 – Celebration of the Eucharist
All take place in the Upper Church at 7:30 p.m.

Holy Triduum

Holy Thursday
March 20th
Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m.
Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7:30 p.m.
Good Friday
March 21st
Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m.
Stations of the Cross at 12:00 noon
Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
3:00 and 7:30 p.m.
Holy Saturday
March 22nd
Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m.
Easter Vigil Mass at 7:30 p.m.
Easter Sunday
March 23rd
Mass at 7:30; 9:00; 11:30 a.m.; and 5:30 p.m

1st Annual Super Raffle

The Trinity Catholic High School & Our Lady’s Parish super raffle will take place on Saturday, March 15th at 7:00 pm in the Trinity Catholic High School Auditorium. Take a chance to win $5,000! Only 300 tickets will be sold for $50 each. Tickets include dinner for two. Every 15th ticket drawn will get a prize. For more information go to www.trinitycatholic.com or call Maria at 617-966-8828.

First Communion Apparel Exchange

Do you have a suit or jacket that is gently used? Perhaps a First Communion gown from years past. This year we are accepting donations of gently used First Communion Apparel to donate to families in our second grade classes. You may drop off the items prior to the 9:00 Mass in the vestibule of the Church the next three Sundays. For more information please contact Kara Dawson at (508) 653-5728 or the Religious Education Office at 508-907-6220.

St. Paul School
Middles School Information Night

Come and learn about curriculum, high school acceptances, scholarship awards, enrichment programs and special middle school events at St. Paul School, 10 Atwood Street, Wellesley on Tuesday, March 4. For further information, including time of the event, call 781-235-1510.

Ham and Bean Supper

The Natick Lions Club 3rd Annual Bean Supper will be held on Saturday, March 1st from 5pm to 7pm at St. Paul Episcopal Church, East Central Street, Natick. A dinner of ham, beans, cole slaw, rolls, dessert and coffee are yours for $6 per person. Call 508-653-1059 for information.

Boston Bruins
Faith and Family Night
March 4, 2008

The Boston Bruins NHL Hockey team is promoting Faith and Family Night on March 4th, 2008. Come cheer on the Bruins as they battle it out against the Florida Panthers.
Game time is 7:00pm at TD Banknorth Garden. The ticket incentive is buy one get one free. If you are interested in purchasing tickets call: Walter Zaykowski at 617-624-1979 or e-mail wzaykowski@bostonbruins.com. Go Bruins!!