Prayer for the Conclave

O God our Father,

You are our Eternal Shepherd and Guide. In your love, grant your Church a new shepherd who will walk in your ways and whose watchful care will bring us your blessing.

Help him be an example of Christ to those who see him..

Give him also a courageous heart to stand for your truth.

Give him a tender heart so that he may look at people with the eyes of Christ.

Fill him with your wisdom, O God, that he may steer the church in the paths you ask him to.

Be with the Cardinals as they search prayerfully during the time before and during the conclave, that they may be touched and filled with the Holy Spirit, acting in accordance with your will, and not the will of others.

We ask this through Our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

O Lord, we pray your mercy on the Church and the cardinals as they do your work in choosing the successor of Peter.

Holy Mary, help of Christians, pray for them.

St. Joseph, pray for them.

Saint Ambrose, pray for them.
Saint Jerome, pray for them.
Saint Augustine, pray for them.
Saint Athanasius, pray for them.
Saint Gregory Nazianzus, pray for them.
Saint John Chrysostom, pray for them.
St. Anselm, pray for them.
St. Thomas of Canterbury, pray for them.
St. Patrick, pray for them.
St. Martin of Tours, pray for them.
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for them.
Holy bishops, who in life knew how important the role of leading the church is,
pray for the cardinals at this time.

O Blessed Mother,
spread your mantle over these, the servants of your Son.

O Jesus, meek and humble of heart,
have mercy on us,
especially on those you have appointed to guide us,
and may your voice reach into their hearts
and kindle in them the fire of divine love,
this day, and always.

Amen.

Mass Intentions This Week

Sun. 4/17    5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass  Winona Perry
Mon. 4/18    8:00 AM Mass for the Sick    
Tues. 4/19    8:00 AM Michelle Carmichael    
Wed. 4/20    8:00 AM John Shumway 7:30 PM   Nicola Anselmina and Theresa Valenti
Thur. 4/21   8:00 AM Antonio & Filomena Grupposo    
Fri. 4/22   8:00 AM Barbara Rourke Biron       
Sat. 4/23    8:00 AM John Newman-7th anniv;        

PLEASE PRAY FOR Molly Zwick, Michael Ruiz, Gary Soares, Ricky Webster, 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 April 17th will burn In prayer for Benilde Pedini, Maria Harabalja and Robert D. Lane.

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
April 10, 2005

Budgeted               Actual
Offertory                Offertory                Deficit

$15,000.00            $13,568.80            $1,342.00

STEWARDSHIP

Jesus says, "I came that they may have life, and have it to the full." Good stewards are grateful for the gift of life and joyfully share their abundance with others.

Rest in Peace

Let us pray for those who have died, especially Patricia Ann Kaufman May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace.

Office Closed

The Parish Office will be closed on Patriot's Day Monday, April 18th.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Prayers

We continue to pray for our 2nd grade students as they prepare to receive the sacrament of First Communion.

Attention First graders!

All families with a child who will be entering 2nd grade in September

You are invited to join us for a special Mass and celebration to welcome the students into their Sacramental year on Sunday May 15th, Pentecost. After Mass there will be an opportunity to find out more information about our program. A letter with the details of this event has been mailed to all parishioners with students of this age, if you did not receive a letter, please contact the office at 508-907-6220.

May Crowning

All students interested in participating in the Crowning of our Mother, the Virgin Mary through song, reading or procession, please see or call Melisa before May 1st at 508-907-6220. The May Crowning will take place at the 9:00am Mass on May 8th. Attendance at one rehearsal will be required of all participating.

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

Look for registration forms in the mail to all students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. For info or to assist with the summer program contact Nancy Maguire 508-655-1017.

Volunteers

Our program runs on the generosity of volunteers who spend their time, talent and treasures preparing classes and shaping the faith of the children and families of our parish. Parents are invited to join me in preparing a special appreciation dinner for the volunteers of our program. A committee is being formed, please contact the office at 508-907-6220.

Reminders

No class April 17th and April 20th - Happy Vacation Week!
First Communion Rehearsal held 6:30-8:00pm in the Upper Church
students receiving on Sat Apr 30 --> Mon April 25th
students receiving on Sun May 1 --> Thurs April 28th

Last Classes Sunday May 1st or Wednesday May 4th

Phillip H. Woods, St. Vincent de Paul Society Scholarships for St. Patrick Parish High School Seniors

Seniors in schools other than Natick High who wish to apply should call the Rectory and leave your name and telephone number. You will be contacted. Natick High seniors have already received the application from the Guidance Department.
Applications are due by April 24, 2005.

Respect Life Ministry

There will be a Respect Life Ministry meeting on April 21 at 7:30pm at the Joseph Center. This will be a planning meeting for 05-06 activities. We are seeking new members to join us in planning and participating in our many diverse activities. We need your help!

Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s)

Bible Study, Thu 4/21, 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.

Softball

CAMP ARROWHEAD BAKE SALE

Help support Camp Arrowhead by dropping by our bake sale in the lower church hall next weekend. This summer camp offers fun filled activities for physically challenged children. The camp is offered through the Natick Recreation Department and our support is always appreciated.

Marian Ministry

The Marian Ministry invites you to join us as we pray the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary in honor of Pope John Paul II, for the election of a new Pope, and for the community of St. Patrick's Parish on Monday, April 18th 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-Black Catholic Choir

12th Annual Concert: "Order My Steps"
Sunday, May 1, 2005 at 4:00pm
St. Patrick Church, 400 Dudley St., Roxbury
All are Invited A free will offering will be taken
Special Guests:
The Imani Choir & The Silver Leaf Gospel Singers
For more information call 617-746-5813

Bread for the World

Bread for the World is urging Congress and President Bush to Make Hunger History. Democratic and Republican leaders are expected to commit to cutting U.S. hunger and food insecurity in half by 2010. The legislation will also support organizations on the frontlines of fighting hunger in local communities. Christ gives us all the boldness to claim that we see the end of hunger. How can we do this? We can write letters and help others to write to members of Congress - to remind them to make real progress toward the stated goals for 2010, and totally ending hunger in the United States by 2015. We will be writing the letters in the lower Church Hall after the Masses on April 23 and April 24.

"I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you…for God did not give us a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power and love…" II Timothy 1:6-7

Adoration Coordinators Meeting

Hourly coordinators for the Adoration Ministry will meet Tuesday, April 26 at 7:30pm in the Joseph Center. All adorers and interested parishioners are also invited. Call Anne Reilly (508) 655-8516 if you have questions.

The Vaudevillian-Dennis Porter

Saturday, April 30th Show time 7:30 pm $7.50 per person Fatima Church Hall, 101 Summer St., Rt 126, Holliston Cash bar and free snacks. Dance floor open all evening. The public is invited to attend this event. All profits will benefit the Fatima Shrine in Holliston and the work of the Xaverian Missions around the world. For tickets call Betsy 509-429-2907 or Claire 508-435-3874 Tickets also sold at Shrine Church after Sunday Mass (12noon).

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.

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