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FROM THE PASTOR The SECOND COLLECTION that is being taken up at all of the Masses this weekend is for the benefit of our SEMINARIES. The proceeds from this collection are used to support the formation and the education of our future priests, especially those studying at Saint John's Seminary in Brighton and at Blessed John XXIII Seminary in Weston. The need for a well educated and spiritually grounded clergy is obvious as we prepare our future priests for service in the Church in Boston. Your generous support of this collection allows us to use our limited precious resources for what is certainly one of the most critical areas of Catholic life. I am sure that you will be as generous as possible in this annual collection as we make a positive contribution towards our future as Church. As the Church celebrates the FEAST OF PENTECOST, we are reminded of the vocation of all of us to bear witness to the truth of the Gospel. Jesus commissioned His Apostles to be instruments of peace and reconciliation as He established His Church in that Upper Room in Jerusalem. The Center of our Catholic faith is the Eucharist in which we proclaim that Jesus Christ is really and truly present, and we use every opportunity to re-invigorate ourselves through prolonged contact with our Blessed Lord in the Eucharist. One of the greatest gifts at St. Patrick's is the ability to come into the Lord's presence 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 52 weeks a year. This great blessing is possible through the kindness and generosity of our brothers and sisters who devote themselves to faithfully adoring Jesus in the ADORATION MINISTRY. We are still in need of people who would be willing to commit to one hour a week to pray before the Blessed Sacrament. If you would be willing to help preserve this wonderful source of grace by volunteering an hour of your time, please call the Rectory during the week and we will put you in touch with the coordinator. Once again, I want to call your attention to the ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL that is currently underway in the Archdiocese of Boston. All the parishes of the Archdiocese have been asked to contribute to this Appeal, which is responsible for funding the various pastoral, educational, and spiritual; programs that take place within the Archdiocese. Our financial support of this Appeal has never been more critical than it is at this moment. Our compassionate concern for those less fortunate than ourselves is demonstrated most effectively by our generous contributions to this Appeal and many programs are presently in jeopardy because of a lack of funds. Please accept our prayerful gratitude for your response to this urgent appeal and our hope that God will reward you for all that you do for His people. Mass Intentions This Week Sun. 6/4 5:30 PM Family Healing Mass
PLEASE PRAY FOR Ralph Vaccari, William White, Leonard White, Harold Kashala, Robert Goldkamp, Kathleen Tokarsky, Ed Saunders, Jr., Rosemarie Zeno, Richard Guerin, Kay I. Zinna, Celia Pasquarosa, Maryann Webster, Helen MacDonald, Julie Branton, Catherine MacLellan, Jim Campbell, Wilma Verge, Ricky Webster, Eleonore Santospago, Eileen Dennis, Jordan Pascucci, Elaine Ruda, Ulysse Richard, Dave Markow, Lucy Grupposo, Marie Smith, Joel Dennis, Greg Giallonardo, Nancy Brodeur, Erin McKay, Tony Amendola , Thomas Kean, Jane O'Keefe, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, James Phillips, James Atherton, and all the sick of the parish. SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of June 4 will burn in prayer for Luisa Valenti, Mary Young and Blessings for Michael Corcell & Amy Duckett. 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 Budgeted Actual $14,000.00 $10,054.80 $3,945.20 Stewardship "There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone." (1 Corinthians 12:4-6) By giving us all different gifts, God made sure that the Church would have the combination of talent and treasure that was needed for us to do God's work on earth. However, what happens if one person does not bring his or her special contribution to God's altar? Everyone suffers. Attention: All Volunteers IT IS NOT TOO LATE: If you have not done so, please bring your CORI renewal form (which was mailed to you) to the rectory as soon as possible. We must supply CORI renewals annually per Archdiocesan policy. Thank you for your continued help with the many activities at St. Patrick Parish! Fellowship of Young Adults (20s & 30s) Bible Study, Thu 6/8/2006, 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 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Families of High School and Confirmation Program students will shortly be receiving information in the mail regarding two summer programs run by the Archdiocesan Office of Youth Ministries, Gospel Road and Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI). Those who participate voluntarily may satisfy course requirements or service hours. Students with outstanding requirements may wish to satisfy them through one of these programs. Gospel Road - August 7-11, is held in Whitinsville, MA and introduces students to God through service. Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) - July 24-28 is held at Stonehill College in Easton, MA and is designed to equip students to assume leadership positions in the home, at church, in school and in daily life. CLI is open to high school students in grades 10 through 12. Anyone with any interest or questions regarding these programs, whether or not you receive the mailing is encouraged to call the Religious Education Office at (508) 907-6220. ST.PATRICK SUMMER '06 BIBLE SCHOOL: AGES 5 AND UP
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Please join us on Monday, June 12th, at 7:30 PM for our monthly Evening of Prayer where we will pray together the LIVING ROSARY. A "Living Rosary" is formed inside the Church, with each bead of the Rosary represented by a parishioner holding a candle. We need people to help us form this rosary and to pray either one Hail Mary or one Our Father. Please call the Rectory to sign up if you are able to participate in this memorable prayerful experience. All are welcome and encouraged to attend this special Evening of Prayer. Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration This weekend people will be invited to sign up to become Perpetual Eucharistic Adorers. St. Patrick Parish is very blessed to have 24-hour Eucharistic Adoration going on for over 10 years. Adorers who have signed on for this beautiful commitment stress what a joy, blessing and privilege it is to have this one-hour a week with Jesus. "Could you not sit one hour with me?" "Do not be afraid." Call Anne Reilly 508-655-8516 if you have questions or wish to do an hour. Respect Life Ministry
Thank you for your usual charity and generosity for the Birthright Carnations fundraiser on Mother's Day. Over $850.00 was raised to assist Birthright in its mission and good works at its center in Framingham and to continue its assistance to pregnant women. Our sincere thanks! St. Linus Christian Book Group Please join us at the Norton Center, St. Linus Parish, Natick on Thursday, June 8 at 7 p.m. as we discuss the book The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. For information please call Karen Mallozzi at 508-651-9788 or email to KMallozzi@aol.com. Prayer for Vocations Jesus, we ask you to bless our parish and all those living their commitment to you as married couples, singles, sisters, priests, deacons and brothers. We pray that our young people may know their vocation and respond with enthusiasm and generosity of spirit. Increase the faith of our parish and strengthen our family life. Bless our parish with many vocations. Grant, Lord, that faithfully sharing your mission in this life, we may come together to share our eternal life in heaven. Amen. Nursing Home Ministry Thank you to all who visited the residents of Riverbend on April 26 and May 10. A great time was had by all! We need someone to lead the rosary at Riverbend once a month on a weekday morning or afternoon. If you would like to do this, please contact Jane Teepe at 508-653-2098 or jteep@rcn.com. If we have a few people, we will assign each person just a few months a year. Flea Market & Yard Sale The Xaverian League has planned a Flea Market and Yard Sale for Saturday, June 10th from 9 a.m. til 3 p.m., at the Fatima Shrine, Rte 126, Holliston. Spaces are available on paved parking area, $20 each. Please contact Claire at 508-435-3874. ALL proceeds go to support the Fatima Shrine, Holliston and the Xaverian Missions around the world. Thank you for your support! Annual Giant Rummage Sale St. John's Parish in Hopkinton invites all to "bargain-land" June 22, 23 & 24 in our Parish Center at 20 Church Street. Hours are Thursday 9:30 am - 8 pm, Friday 9:30 am - 7 pm, Saturday 9:30 am - 12 noon. Clothing, furniture, linens, drapes, towels, books, toys and white elephant at mini-prices will be offered. Proceeds will be used to benefit families in need. Special Feature: Friday, June 23 from 5:00 pm - 7 pm is "Bag Night" Stuff it Full!! Trash Bag - $10, Grocery Bag - $2. Prayer for Graduates
Saint Patrick Cemetery
We invite you to our OPEN HOUSE being held this weekend (June 3-4th). The cemetery main gates will be opened for anyone wishing to drive through and visit these beautiful grounds in a quiet and prayerful setting. Please note that we now allow the planting of flowers on graves, and we ask that you stop by the cemetery and pick up a copy of the new regulations including additional information on plantings. Natick Sons of Italy Pasta Nite Natick Sons of Italy Pasta Night serves an all-you-can-eat dinner of pasta, meatballs, sausage, salad, bread and homemade desserts. Coffee included. Come one, come all! Every Wednesday evening from 5 pm - 7 pm at 37 Washington Avenue. Adults $6.00. AD MULTOS ANNOS
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. |
