Bulletin for October 12, 2008
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Saturday, October 11 4:30 Andrea Secino By the Secino family Sunday, October 12 7:30 Rose and Rocco Zecco y their children and grandchildren Monday, October 13 8:30 In Thanksgiving to the Blessed Mother Tuesday, October 14 8:30 David Jordalen By his Mother Wednesday, October 15 8:30 Clemens and Mary Linga Clemens M. Linga, Jr. |
Thursday, October 16 8:30 William and Julia Mattimore Mary. T. Mattimore and Msgr. William F. Mattimore By the family Friday, October 17 8:30 Michael McCaffrey By the Kelly family Saturday, October 18 8:30 Dorothy McCaffrey By the family Sunday, October 19 7:30 Eugenia Ross 2nd Anniversary by Paul and Elsie O’Dell |
Congratulations to:
Jennifer Serro and Robert Molinari
who were married this weekend at St. Mary’s Church
Liturgical Roles
October 18-19
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Servers: |
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D. Buricatu, E. Cristy, K. Clougherty, M. Daly, D. Wassef, M. Wassef |
| 7:30 |
A. Amatucci, A. Amatucci, K. Brenner, R. Kiely, K. Lavin, J. Walent |
| 9:00 |
D. Cabrera, M. Cabrera, K. Gordon, M. Lemoine, A. Morgera, M. Snow |
| 11:00 |
C. Logan, K. Pitney, B. Saxe, A. Smiley, J. Troio, J. Yarzebski |
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5:30 |
E. Brenner, A. Canzano, D. Clemson, S. Kuruvilla, P. Mangan, L. Perreault |
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Mass |
Lectors: |
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: |
| 4:30 | J. Bellerose |
L. Bellerose, M. Blute, S. Goodwin, M. Kiely, M. Law, M.L. Lordan, M/M Nelligan, M. Rogers, A. Scribner, D. Tivnan |
| 7:30 | F. Nugent |
R. Coulter, T. Josie, A. Lo, G. McNamara, R. Mungovan |
| 9:00 | J. Forts |
M. Benbenek, F. Doiron, P. Forts, J. Godek, W. Gooley, M. Gordon, K. Jefferson, E. Lemoine, F. Mannella, V. Sheehan |
| 11:00 | L. Shuba |
P. Caouette, V. Cavanna, M/M Cote, S, Gallerani, M/M Holland, M. Horner, S. Howard, M. Minnucci |
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5:30 |
S. Landry |
C. Cruz, D. DeFazio, A. Figueiredo, L. Labreche, G. Nahm, M. Serafin |
Richard Mueller
Jen's hand to fully and quickly recover from an injury, Sophie's complete healing from an illness, Barbara Seidenberg’s total health, Emma's broken arm to heal well after emergency surgery, Michael Brennan's full and fast healing of pneumonia, Margaret's path to health, a special intention, safe travel for John, Emma, a couple, DM, a family of 7, and a family of 4, a woman's successful oral surgery 10/14, Venita to know peace as her memory fails, a family to best support their patriarch as his mind changes, a young woman to gain self-knowledge and confidence, the smooth sale of two homes and property, our parish's enduring covenant campaign, a successful furniture drive on 10/18 for those in need, and for the social justice committee's pursuits, our parish to lead one another and our diocese in caring for one another and evangelization, and peace around the world. Continued prayers for: Susan, Mary Ann, Linda's upcoming biopsy 10/28, Margaret, CF, Helen, Lou, Ben, Mike Jr., Suzanne, B., Andrew, the Cuthbert family, A, St. Mary's God Squad retreat team, S. and W. Thanksgiving for: all those who worked so tirelessly on our Family Festival, Dr. R., Jen, AM, Dr. Rencus and Dr. J. and many answered prayers.
Prayer Line: Tracy at 508.842.2279 or Susan at 508.934.0133 or susanbk@townisp.com
Altar Training Workshop for New Altar Servers
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There will be a training workshop for those who have recently signed up to become altar servers. The workshop will take place on the following dates. Thursday, October 23rd, 4:30-6:00 p.m. OR Friday, October 24th, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Servers-in-training can choose the date that works best for them. The worship will take place in St. Mary’s church. |
OUR ENDURING COVENANT - MAKE YOUR PLEDGE IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER
THANK-YOU to all those parishioners who have made their pledge to St. Mary’s Capital Campaign during the past few weeks. We have received 51 additional pledges which totaled $135,000. We ask parishioners who have not made their pledge to Our Enduring Covenant to please do so during the next few weeks. Soon we will be determining the scope of the building/renovation project which will begin in June of 2009.
ELECTION 2008 - FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
Why does the Catholic Church speak out on the moral aspects of political life?
The teaching role of the Catholic Church is rooted in the reality that every person has a conscience, and assumes that citizens want to act conscientiously, especially when justice and human rights are at stake. Forming one’s conscience “begins with a willingness and openness to seek the truth and what is right .”(#18) Catholic social teaching is based on “fundamental ethical principles that are common to all people.” (#55) Thus, by proposing answers touching on the moral dimensions of citizenship that appeal to human reason, the Church is not imposing its religion but instead is responding to every person’s inate desire to uphold the good, including in the public arena. A moral concern for the inviolable dignity of every human being is at the core of the Church’s social teaching.
DIOCESAN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS
Sunday, October 26 at 3:00 pm - Cathedral of St. Paul
Bishop Robert McManus will celebrate a Mass honoring couples who are marking significant anniversaries in thanksgiving to God for their years of faithful witness to the sacredness of Christian marriage. A reception will follow downstairs in the Cenacle. Couples who wish to attend are asked to call St. Mary’s Pastoral Center this week to provide their name and wedding date so that a commemorative certificate may be prepared.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
St. Mary’s Health Ministry
“The Lord is close to the broken-hearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed.” Psalm 34
Those who are grieving the loss of a loved one are invited to participate in the next Bereavement Support Group on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 7:00 – 8:30 PM and 11 subsequent sessions scheduled to fit participants’ needs. Meetings will be in the O’Connell Pastoral Center at St. Mary’s Parish.
Walking this journey with you will be Viola Jefferson and Corinne Hetzler, each experienced in bereavement support and personal loss. Each person’s confidentiality will always be respected. Please call the Health Ministry Office at 508.925.7647 to confirm your participation or get more information. Space is limited, so please reserve your place now.
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Monday, October 13 7:00 Basketball Signups – Hall Tuesday, October 14 7:00 Daughters of Isabella – Mary’s Room Wednesday, October 15 2:30 School Choir – Church Thursday, October 16 9:15 Weight Training – Mary’s Room |
Friday, October 17 9:00-1:00 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Chapel Saturday, October 18 8:00 MOMS Group – PC Kitchen Sunday, October 19 9:00 Adult Choir – Grade 8 Classroom |
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MARY’S FLOWERS The flowers adorning the statue of our Virginia Wassef In honor of her 3rd Anniversary |
BASKETBALL SIGNUPS
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St. Mary's Parish Boys Basketball Program In person registration at the Parish Hall:
For additional information or questions, or to receive a registration form, contact Bill Nash at 508.523.0852 or bnash@brainshark.com |
St. Mary's CYO Boys Basketball Program In person registration at the Parish Hall:
For additional information, contact Sean Weafer at 508.958.6673 or sweafer@townisp.com |
Anointing of the Sick at Special Mass
Saturday, November 1, 2008 - 12:00 Noon
Scripture is filled with examples of Jesus extending his healing to those suffering with physical, emotional or spiritual ailments, and he called his followers to do the same. Indeed, in the 5th chapter of The Letter of James, we also read of this concern for the bodily and spiritual welfare of the sick when St. James wrote, “Are any among you sick? They should call on the elders of the church and have them pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord. The prayer of faith will save the sick... ...and anyone who has committed sins will be forgiven.”
St. Mary’s Parish will celebrate a special Mass for the Anointing of the Sick for all who seek healing, including but not limited to those acutely or chronically ill, facing surgery, or the frail elderly.
If you or a family member needs transportation to Mass on this day, please contact our Parish Nurse, Viola Jefferson, no later than October 27th at 508.925.7647.
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“Prayer doves” have bee posted at the entrances to the church for our Confirmation candidates and those going on retreat next month. Please take one home with you and pray for the person named on that card so that they may continue to grow in their faith. Thank you! |
SAFE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING DATE: Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 7:00 PM at St. Philips Church in Grafton Center. ALL catechists are required to participate in this training at least once.
Come help us in the fight against hunger on Sunday, October 19 in the annual CROP WALK. Registration begins at 11:30 am and the 3 mile or 6 mile walk begins at 12:15 pm from the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury. Lunch will be provided and 25% of the money raised will remain in Shrewsbury for St. Anne’s Food Pantry. For more information call Mary Daly at 508.845.6819.
I urge all in our diocesan family to share in the work of evangelization, offering your prayers and sacrifices through the Propagation of the Faith, for the Church¹s missionary efforts. Your generosity to the collection for the Propagation of the Faith next weekend will nurture the lives and faith of our brothers and sisters in 1,100 mission dioceses. It will also be a source of blessing for our own Diocese as we place evangelization at the heart of our life as Church. Sincerely yours in Christ, |
Feast of All Souls
Mass of Remembrance & Breakfast
Saturday, November 8th • 8:30 a.m.
In November, we set aside time to remember our brothers and sisters who have been called home to Christ. A memorial book will be placed on the altar, and parishioners are invited to write the names of their loved ones in it so that we can remember them at Mass throughout the month.
On Saturday, November 8th, the parish will also celebrate a special Mass of Remembrance at 8:30 a.m. The names of parishioners who have died this past year will be read and a candle will be lit in their memory. The names and candles will remain on the altar throughout November.
Immediately following Mass, the parish will host a breakfast in the parish hall. All are invited. Please RSVP to the pastoral center at 508.845.6341 by Monday, November 3rd if you plan on attending the breakfast.
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NEW YORK CITY BUS TRIP - Saturday, December 13, Departs from St. Mary’s at 6:00am and returns from NY at 7:00pm Tickets: $37 pp. Call Terry Pratt 508-842-826 or Irene Berkowitz 508.842.4723. |
Knitting Ministry
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The next meeting of our prayer shawl ministry will be on October 18th at 10:30 in the Pastoral Center (rather than the usual second Saturday). We are now in our seventh year of ministry and invite anyone who is interested in what we do to join us then. Questions? Call Marti Page @ 508.835.3470. |
St. Mary Craft Fair 2008! (formerly Holly Fair)
Save the Date!
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Saturday, December 6th, 9am - 6 pm Fresh Wreaths, Door Swags, Local Crafters, Chris Cringles Kitchen and Bake Table, Snowman Corner Gifts, Pictures with St. Nicholas, Craft Raffle, and More! Applications are being accepted! Donations of Crafts to our Snowman Corner are gratefully accepted! |
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OPEN HOUSES
Saint John’s – October 19th and November 2nd at 1:00pm. Entrance exam will be held on Sat. November 8th at 8:30 am. Call 508.842.8934 X 266 or jmorse@stjohnshigh.org.
Holy Name – Saturday, October 19th from 12:00-3:00pm. Placement tests – Grade 9: Sat, Nov. 15th from 8:00-11:00 am Grade 7: Sat, Dec. 6th from 8:00-11:00 am
Notre Dame – October 8th at 7:00pm Entrance exam: Saturday, November 1st at 8:30 am
St. Peter-Marian – Sunday, October 26th from 1:00-3:00pm. Placement tests: Grade 7 – December 6 at 8:00 am, Grade 9 – November 15th at 8:00 am.
Saint Mary’s Parish in Shrewsbury
Furniture and Household Goods Drive - Parking Lot near the Pastoral Center
To Benefit the Donations Clearinghouse
Saturday October 18, 2008 - 9 am- 12 pm
The Donations Clearinghouse and Saint Mary’s Social Justice Ministry are collecting furniture and household donations to help families and individuals leaving area shelters and transitional housing. The DCH is also committed to helping people with limited fixed incomes, fire or flood victims and the elderly.
With the rents in Worcester County on a rapid increase, families are faced with coming up with large sums of money to move into their new apartments, leaving them with empty and cold living arrangements for their children. With your help we can provide them with household necessities that will turn their new apartments into homes.
Please think about the household items you no longer use and bring them to Saint Mary’s on October 18, 2008 from 9 am to 12pm. If the items are too large or too heavy, please give the DCH a call at 508.791.7265 ext. 22 and arrange a free pickup of the items on a different day.
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Items desperately needed are:
At this time we are NOT taking King Sized Beds or Sleep Sofas |
Your furniture, household donations and monetary contributions are all tax-deductible. Values of donations need to be determined by your tax accountant and yourself, to the fullest extent of the law. A tax-deductible receipt will be provided at the time of donation.
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you on October 18, 2008.
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