FROM THE PASTOR

There will be a SPECIAL SECOND COLLECTION taken up at all of the Masses this weekend for the CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS. The funds from this Appeal will help extend and strengthen the presence of the Church in the United States through the support of basic pastoral services in areas that are struggling to provide these necessities on their own. This Appeal allows Catholics to help support to local communities where Catholics are few, the Church is fragile, and pastors are struggling to keep mission parishes open. Your generous support of this collection will be greatly appreciated, especially by those who are most in need.

Speaking of those most in need, last year's devastating HURRICANE KATRINA decimated the Gulf Coast of the United States and left behind tremendous devastation and destruction. The outpouring of concern and generous financial support to those in that area was most impressive and desperately needed. Your compassion allowed relief organizations to provide for the immediate and basic needs of the Hurricane survivors. However, now that a year has passed, there is still much that needs to be done in order to help people recover. Many Churches, schools, and buildings that are essential to Catholic life were destroyed and have yet to be rebuilt, especially in the areas of New Orleans and Biloxi in Mississippi. Insurance payments will not cover the millions of dollars that are needed to reconstruct Churches and parish schools. As a result, for example, the Archdiocese of New Orleans reports that it has sustained an estimated $ 52 million dollars of uninsured flood damage and another $70 million for buildings whose openings have been delayed because of the lack of available funds. Obviously, the need is colossal.

The Bishops of the United States are asking all Catholics to participate in a SPECIAL COLLECTION to assist in the recovery efforts of this unimaginable tragedy. We will have a special collection taken up at all Masses next weekend as we participate in the national appeal to "HELP REBUILD CHURCH, REBUILD HOPE." All proceeds from this collection will be sent directly to the Bishops of New Orleans and Biloxi to be used by those faith communities who are attempting to reclaim their very existence. As Cardinal O'Malley has stated from his own personal experience during his tenure in the Virgin Islands, "as families return from exile and to those who remained in the area, these buildings are a symbol that our Church continues to be a harbor of safety, a true home, and a sign of God's enduring love and care." Your generous financial support and your prayers are desperately needed and certainly will be received with great appreciation. Thank you.

Mass Intentions This Week

Sun. 8/20    5:30 PM Collective Intention Mass  John Burke, Eugenia Murray and Edna Lambert
Mon. 8/21    8:00 AM Mass for Sick 
Tues. 8/22    8:00 AM Genevieve Duffy    
Wed. 8/23    8:00 AM George Geary     7:30 PM Timothy Gallup
Thur. 8/24    8:00 AM Gerard Halpin Jr.       
Fri. 8/25    8:00 AM Rose Finelli      
Sat. 8/26    8:00 AM Domenic Micelotta

PLEASE PRAY FOR Mary Porter, Rita Marso, Harold Davis, Lucille Belmore, Ralph Vaccari, Leonard White, Harold Kashala, Robert Goldkamp, 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, Diane Doyle, Amanda Clift, Stephen W. Humphrey, Jr., Muriel Cosentino, James Phillips, James Atherton, Barbara DiVaio, Barbara Waite and all the sick of the parish.

SANCTUARY LAMPS for the week of August 20 will burn in prayer for Fred Saviano, Gino Basoli and Ralph C. DiGiandomenico, Jr.

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
Aug 13, 2006

Budgeted           Actual                      
Offertory                Offertory                Deficit

$14,000.00            $11,018.00            $2,982.00

Special Collection

Our St. Patrick parish family contributed $4,061.00 to the special collection of August 13 for the Medical Missionaries of Mary. Thank you for your generosity!

Stewardship

"Watch carefully then how you live, not as foolish persons but as wise…" (Ephesians 5:15)

Stewardship is a wise and good way to live. It is wisely recognizing that all we have comes from God. It is thanking God every day for all His many blessings. It is recognizing that God has blessed us for a reason and He wants us to be partners with Him in His work here on earth

Rest in Peace

Let us pray for those who have died, especially
Rose M. Rosenburgh
May they and all the faithful departed rest in peace.

Prayer for Vocations

Lord Jesus Christ, you are the savior of the world. Please manifest in your church the Spirit whom you also abundantly bestowed on your apostles. Call many to priesthood and religious life. May zeal for your glory and for the salvation of the world inflame those you have chosen. May they be saints in your likeness. May our Holy Spirit strengthen them. May they be priests and religious according to your own heart. Amen.

CATHOLICS CAN ALWAYS COME HOME

We are very pleased to announce that St. Patrick Parish will again present the Coming Home to Catholicism Program beginning in the Fall. This program is for those Catholics who have been away from the Church and wish to return. Some have been hurt and are seeking healing. Some need a listening ear. Some did not understand the gift of their faith and let it go. Some sent their children to Religious Education, but did not attend Mass themselves. Some people do not know why, they got busy, they fell away....they may be just waiting to have someone invite them to take another look!

The Coming Home Program involves no commitment. It is informal and informative. It affords an opportunity to ask questions. The program is facilitated by a lay team along with the parish priests.

If you know of anyone who may be interested in this program, please prayerfully consider inviting them to attend the fall session. Additional details will be posted in the bulletin as they become available.

Thank you.

Twenty-Fifth Annual Lawn Party

Blessed John XXIII National Seminary is hosting its Annual Lawn Party on Wednesday, September 20th.. Located on Route 30 in Weston, the seminary prepares older, second career candidates for the priesthood. The Lawn Party is an opportunity to meet today's seminarians and to learn more about the vital work of this unique seminary. For ticket information, please call the Blessed John XXIII Seminary at 781-899-5500 or visit our website at www.BlessedJohnXXIII.edu.

Pine Street Inn Ministry

The Pine Street Inn Ministry is looking for volunteers to serve the evening meal on Saturday, September 2nd and Saturday, October 7th. Please call Ann Regan at 508-650-1902 if you are interested.

Back to School

The St. Vincent de Paul Society once again will be helping families with BACK TO SCHOOL clothing needs. Please call the Rectory and leave your name and telephone number and we will contact you. All calls are confidential.

Marian Ministry

The Marian Ministry invites you to join us on Monday, August 21, at 7:30 pm in the lower church, as we pray the Rosary. All are welcome.

If you have any questions or would like additional information please contact Sharon Cowles at 508-397-2275.

Transportation Needed

A fellow St. Patrick parishioner, who resides on Richmond Road, is in need of transportation to Sunday Mass. If you are able to help, please call the rectory at 508-653-1093.

Marriage Encounter

Give your marriage a well deserved vacation. Plan to go on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and come back with a marriage that is refreshed and full of energy! Upcoming dates are September 15-17 and October 20-22. For more information call Dave & Karen Demers at 1-800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmeMA.org.

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration

Is Jesus calling you to spend just one hour a week with Him? Call Anne Reilly (508) 655-8516 to sign up to become a committed Adorer. It is a long lasting gift!

Coaches Needed

Saint Patrick's CYO Basketball is growing and looking for new coaches and assistant coaches for the upcoming season which runs from November through February. To find out more information, contact Tom Langford at 617-771-4510.

CYO Basketball Signups

Sign-ups for Grades 5-12 Basketball will take place in September. Watch for more information soon.

Espousal Gift Shop

Sizzling Summer Sale. The Espousal Gift Shop located at the Espousal Retreat Center, 554 Lexington Street, Waltham, is having a sale to introduce new, unique gifts and home décor items. Traditional items are on sale as well. Sales are 10% to 50% off. Come take advantage of this event. Hours: Mon., Tues., Fri., 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Thurs. 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Sat. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Phone 781-209-3105.

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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