FROM THE PASTOR
Alleluia He is risen
wishing you a blessed easter
Rev. brian kiely
Rev. mark riley
Most rev. walter edyvean
And the parish staff
Mass Intentions This Week
Sun. 3/27 5:30 PM Easter Sunday Mass
Mon. 3/288:00 AM Mass for the Sick
Tues. 3/298:00 AM Edna Lambert
Wed. 3/308:00 AM Doug Kingsley-living 7:30 PM Sims & Spillane Families
Thur. 3/31 8:00 AM Cynthia Zacchilli
Fri. 4/1 8:00 AM Renata Flynn-living
Sat. 4/2 8:00 AM Gerard LeBlanc;
Sun. 4/3 8:00 AM Family Healing Mass;
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Dorothy Wheeler, Molly Zwick, Anne Casperson, Michael Ruiz, Gary Soares, Ricky Webster, Patricia Kaufman, 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 March 27th will burn
In prayer for Ralph C. DiGiandomenico, Jr., Giovanni Cacciola, Maria Bello, Maria Paola Cacciola and Bassel Fleihan.
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
March 20, 2005
Budgeted Actual
Offertory Offertory Surplus
$15,000.00 $15,536.00
$567.00
STEWARDSHIP
Very early in the morning after the Sabbath, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb of Jesus' body with precious oils. The reward of this good and conscientious steward was to be the first to know that Jesus had been raised from the dead! Alleluia!
Rest in Peace
Let us pray for those who have died, especially Edward Daley and Eleanor Ruiz May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace.
he is risen!
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Prayers
For our students as they prepare to receive the sacrament of First Communion.
Book Drive
Children's books, adult books, new books, old books!
Help us fill the library shelves of St Angela's School in Mattapan with your gently (but no longer) used books. Donations may be brought to the Religious Education office in the rectory. Books will be delivered May 2nd to St. Angela's.
Operation Rice Bowl
Please return collected money either to Religious Education catechists or to the drop off basket in the vestibule starting April 3rd. Thank you for your collection efforts!
Vacation Bible School
Plans are already underway for another wild summer adventure… look for registration forms in the mail by the beginning of April (for registered religious education students Kindergarten -5th grade).
Come be a part of something ALIVE! Adult and teen volunteers needed, for information contact Nancy Maguire 508-655-1017
Stitchers & Crafters
Help is needed to prepare Banner craft for 2nd grade retreat. Simple "one seam" sewing, fabric shape cut outs, and assembly for our 85 students. Materials may be picked up in the Religious Education Office.
Reminders
No class on Easter Sunday
April 2nd/9th 9:00-11:00am: 2nd grade retreat, meet in Lower Church Hall
Parents meeting for students in 2nd grade Tuesday April 5th 7:00pm
Project Bread
The walk for hunger
Join Project Bread's Walk for Hunger on Sunday, May 1. Enjoy a festive day walking through Boston and the surrounding neighborhoods while you help our hungry neighbors in Massachusetts. With the current economic state, your neighbors need your help more than ever. Your pledges will support 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, food banks, and food salvage programs in 132 communities across the state.
Celebrate the spirit of giving along with 40,000 other concerned citizens by participating in this fun and exciting Massachusetts tradition. For more information, call 617-723-5000 or visit www.projectbread.org.
BEGINNING EXPERIENCE
Has your marriage ended by death, divorce or separation? Do you wish to move on with your life, but do not know how? Consider attending a Beginning Experience Weekend to be held at the Marist House in Framingham, MA, from April 29-May 1. The weekend is designed for those beyond the initial stages of grieving who desire to begin again. For information about the weekend please contact Renee (978) 342-0818, or Deborah (603) 898-1555, or Jennifer (978) 425-4708. The deadline for receipt of applications for the April Weekend is April 9th, 2005. The cost includes program, 2 nights lodging, materials, and food. Space is limited.
All Ministry Volunteers
Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Adult Altar Servers are required to complete the Child Abuse Prevention Program. Sessions are also open to any interested parishioners. YOU MUST CALL DEACON CRUMP AT THE RECTORY 508-653-1093 Ext 35 TO REGISTER-NO DROP-INS PLEASE.
Parents:
A special showing of the program will be held for parents to view the Child Abuse Prevention Program and videos, on Sunday, April 10 in Our Lady's Hall during the morning CCD program. Parents who have participated in the program urged us to have this special time for parents.
Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s)
Bible Study, Thu 3/31, 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 4/1, following 7:30pm Mass. Each month we go out to dinner after First Friday Mass. Contact Eric, eje@world.std.com, 508-845-5008.
Marian Ministry
The Marian Ministry invites you to join us as we pray the sorrowful mysteries of the Rosary and Mary's Way of the Cross on Monday, March 21st at 7:30 pm in the Lower Church. All are welcome.
For more information, please contact Sharon Cowles at (508) 655-5139
Archdiocese of Boston
25th and 50th Wedding Anniversary Mass Celebrated by The Most Reverend Seán P. O'Malley, O.F.M. Archbishop of Boston
Cathedral of the Holy Cross Sunday, April 10, 2005 11:00 am Mass
Archbishop O'Malley invites all couples of the Archdiocese of Boston who are marking their 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries in 2005 to join him for the annual celebration at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. The Golden and Silver Wedding Anniversary Mass will include a renewal of marriage vows by all participating anniversary couples. Family members and friends of the participating couples are encouraged to attend the celebration.
The date for submitting names and addresses to attend this special celebration has been extended until Tuesday, March 29th.
Fax: 617-783-5642
Email: kcolella @rcab.org
Phone: 617-746-5801
COME HOLY SPIRIT! "WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF GOD" Colossians 2:12
Weekend Spring Retreat With Fr. Mike McNamara
Marie Joseph Spiritual Center, Biddeford Pool, Maine
Friday Evening, April 8, 2005 To Sunday (after lunch), April 10, 2005
$135 (Double occupancy)
For more information please call Servants of Christ Ministries at 781-545-8336.
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