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FROM THE PASTOR On behalf His Excellency, Bishop Edyvean, and Father Rafferty I want to express our thanks to all of you for making this Easter such a prayerful experience for us. The beautiful manner in which the Church was decorated, the extraordinary musical ministry, the wonderful liturgical ministers, and the participation of so many people made these days such a powerful moment for us all. We are also very grateful to you for your many expressions of support for us as we serve the Lord in your midst. The wonderful days of Easter remind all of us of the privilege that is ours to be part of Christ’s Body, the Church and the joy that comes from our participation in His victory over death. Because of His triumph, we have nothing to fear and we are able to face the future with confidence knowing that God always fulfills His promises. The gift of your friendship, support and your prayers are vivid reminders of how God provides for those who serve Him. May God bless you for all that you do for us. Since this Sunday is DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY, we invoke the intercession of SAINT FAUSTINA as we strive to be more faithful in our response to God’s never failing mercy. We pray that we may always make a return to the Lord for His goodness to us. Our Catholic faith is a precious gift given to us through our Baptism and it requires us to stay focused on the Lord as we strive to do His will. Like St. Thomas, we are tempted to demand proof of the Lord’s Resurrection and yet, when all is said and done, we must kneel with Thomas and exclaim that Jesus is “My Lord and My God.” The greatest proof of the Lord’s Resurrection comes not from the countless theological books written over the centuries but rather from the millions of people who have lived their Catholic faith in their daily lives. Their many small acts of kindness performed without any fanfare have displayed their belief in Christ and make evident to the world that JESUS CHRIST IS THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE. On behalf of the Retired Priests of the Archdiocese of Boston, I would like to express our gratitude to all of you for your extraordinary generosity in the EASTER OFFERTORY COLLECTION. Each year, the Easter Collection is used to aid the health and retirement needs of our senior priests, and because of your kindness, we were able to forward over $21,000.00 There are no words to adequately convey our appreciation for all that you do for these wonderful men of God who have served the Church so faithfully for so many years. I know that they will remember your compassion to them as they offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass asking God to reward you for we know that we never could. I
wish to thank all who have so generously contributed to the
Catholic Appeal and ask those who have not
yet done so, to please prayerfully consider making a pledge
to support this critical fundraising effort in the Archdiocese.
Every gift given to Handing on the Light of Christ
truly makes a difference. If you have not yet made your gift,
please do so this weekend. Pledge packets are available in the
pews, or you may make your contribution online at www.BostonCatholicAppeal.com.
Mass Intentions This Week
PLEASE PRAY FOR Rev. Frank Manning, Rev. Robert Manning S.J., Philip Allen, James Atherton, Harold Barbieri, Bridie Bell, Janine Belliveau, Lucille Belmore, Joanne Bolles, Nancy Brodeur, Michael Brown, Patrick Burke, Anne Casperson, Muriel Cosentino, Harold Davis, Eileen Dennis, Joel Dennis, Barbara DiVaio, Diane Doyle, Patricia Finnegan, Dorothy Fitzgerald, Mike Fitzgerald, Richard Guerin, Janet Hutchins, Thomas Kean, Cathy Keefe, Francis Livingstone, Charlene Lombardi, Helen MacDonald, Catherine MacLellan, Dave Markow, Stuart McIntosh, Marie Murphy, Jordan Pascucci, Fran Quaranto, Felicia Quesada, Elaine Ruda, Marie Smith, Dennis P. Sullivan, Wilma Verge, Barbara Waite, Maryann Webster, Ricky Webster, Kathryn Williams, and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of March 30 will burn in prayer for George L. Hanna, Sr. 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 23, 2008
Easter Collection to Benefit Clergy Retirement $21,136.00 collected. Special Collection A total of $3,046.00 was donated
to the Holy Land Thank
you for your generosity! Stewardship “Peace be with you. As the Father
has sent me, so I send you.” John 20:21 2008
Catholic Appeal Update We want to thank everyone from St. Patrick’s Parish who has participated in the 2008 Catholic Appeal. Your contributions help fund the good works of our Archdiocese and will improve the lives of many in our faith community. If you have not yet made your gift, please consider making a pledge this weekend. You can pick up information packets with pledge forms in the back of the church to be mailed in. Scholarship Attention: High School seniors who are members of St. Patrick Parish and attending a Catholic High School: you may apply for the Philip H. Woods – St. Vincent de Paul Scholarship. Please call the rectory and leave your name and telephone number. You will be contacted. (Seniors at Natick High School have been notified by the Guidance Department of this opportunity.) Deadline to call is Wednesday, April 3, 2008. Religious Education Registration Registration for returning students will be held in the school gymnasium from 9:30 – 11:30am on Sunday, April 6 & 13 and in room 1 of the school from 6:00-7:30pm on Wednesday, April 9 & 16. For those students who will be new to the program,
registration will be in May. Announcement After careful reflection we have decided to discontinue the celebration of the Wednesday and Friday evening Masses. We wish to encourage all parishioners to join us for the daily celebration of Mass Monday through Friday at 8:00 a.m. Dominican
Laity Meeting The
St. Martin de Porres Chapter of the Lay Fraternities of St.
Dominic will meet TODAY, Sunday, March 30th at 1:30PM. Inquiries
most welcome! Our featured presentation for this meeting will
be a video on the Mass of the Dominican Rite. Discussion will
follow. After a short break we will hold a short business meeting
followed by the Liturgy of Hours. Walk-ins welcome. Bring a
friend. Call Peg at 508-655-2347 or Pat at 508-820-4786. W.I.N.G.S. Jan Tedeschi, parent educator and councilor, will be speaking at St. Patrick’s Parish in Natick during the W.I.N.G.S. meeting on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 9:30 a.m.. The topic will be “Witnessing to the next Generation: Enabling our Children to Become Good Christian Disciples”. We hope you can join us in the lower church/parish hall! Guiding
Adolescents: What Are They Thinking, The Montrose School Parent Enrichment Committee presents this panel presentation on adolescent brain research, health needs and spiritual development on Thursday, April 3 at 7:00 pm in the Great Hall at Montrose School, 29 North Street, Medfield. Featured speakers are A. Rae Simpson, PhD (Program Director for Parenting Education & Research at Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Katrina J. Zeno (Coordinator, John Paul II Resource Center for the Theology of the Body & Culture for the Diocese of Phoenix, Arizona) and Cecilia Royals (President, National Institute of Womanhood). This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Ellen Baker, Director of Advising and Parent Enrichment at 508-359-2423, x319. St. Patrick Parish The event, scheduled for June 14th in the Parish School from 9 AM to 1 PM, is looking for crafters and vendors. If you are interested you may contact Susan Stoddard at 508.776.0850 or sstoddard@ssymca.org. Dana-Farber Mobile Mammography Van This
screening is fast, convenient and your best defense against breast
cancer! The van will be at the Cole Center in Natick on Tuesday,
April 8th from 8 am-3 pm. The Mammography Van offers
no-cost-low-cost mammograms and health education to all women,
regardless of ability to pay. And don’t let lack of transportation
or daycare hold you back. Please contact the Natick Service Council
at 508-655-1791 for more information or to schedule a mammogram
appointment. Space is limited. Annulment Information You may desire to learn more about what the Catholic Church teaches about annulments or you may be interested in beginning the process. The following meetings (Wednesday, April 9 at 7 pm, Fr. Moore Hall, St. Bernard Church, West Newton, or Tuesday, April 22 at 7 pm at St. Julia Parish, Weston) are designed to offer basic information and provide the opportunity to seek answers for any questions you may have. No registration is required. For further information or if you have questions please contact Joanne Curry at the Metropolitan Tribunal and the Office of Life and Family Ministries at 617-746-5820. Then
he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here and see my hands,
and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving,
but believe." Thomas answered and said to him, "My Lord
and my God!" Jesus said to him, "Have you come to believe
because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen
and have believed." Save the Date The 11th annual St. Bridget Gold Tournament will be held on Monday, May 12 at the Wedgewood Pines Golf Club in Stow. For additional information visit www.saintbridgetschool.info/parent-resources/pto.shtml Afternoon Tea You
are invited to Afternoon Tea following the 11:30 Mass on Sunday,
April 6th. Enjoy a special cup of tea, eat delicious sandwiches
and pastries, and spend time visiting with friends and family. Archdiocesan Bicentennial Pilgrimage Plan to mark the Bicentennial of the Archdiocese of Boston by coming together in prayer and fellowship with pilgrims from across the Archdiocese and from throughout the world at the 49th International Eucharistic Congress in Quebec City, Canada in June 2008. Pope Benedict XVI has personally approved a most appropriate theme for this Congress: “The Eucharist, God’s gift for the life of the world” and he invites Catholics to converge on Quebec City to deepen their spiritual lives through our Eucharistic Lord. The Boston Archdiocesan Pilgrimage is providing a comprehensive travel package for adults (21 years and older) June 18-24, starting at $1275 double occupancy, as well as a special package June 18-22 with hostel accommodations tailored to young adults (ages 21 to 40) starting at $875 triple occupancy. To register, or for more information, please contact Fr. Michael Drea, Coordinator for Archdiocesan Pilgrimages, at 617-479-5400, ext. 12. Catholic Alumni Club The Catholic Alumni Club of Boston is a social organization of professional Catholics ages 40-65. We will sponsor our traditional Singles’ Sunday Mass on April 20 at Saint Joseph’s Chapel (Regis College), 235 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA at 2:00 p.m. Our celebrant is the club chaplain, Father Joseph Raeke. Following Mass there will be a social reception in the campus cafeteria. If you are interested in attending, R.S.V.P. Marleen Loughlin at 781-828-2370 by April 16. 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 oungsters are safe at all times. |
