Bulletin for November 2, 2008
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Saturday, November 1 8:30 Chessy Augustine By the Kuruvilla family Sunday, November 2 7:30 Emil and Dorothy Vaudreuil Patricia Vaudreuil By the family Monday, November 3 8:30 Clemens and Mary Linga Clemens M. Linga, Jr Tuesday, November 4 8:30 Catherine and Leo Ballard By the family |
Wednesday, November 5 8:30 Thomas Kenary 32nd Anniversary by the family Thursday, November 6 8:30 June Johanna Carroll By the family Friday, November 7 8:30 Domenic Joseph Hayden By the family Saturday, November 8 8:30 John McNeff By his wife Sunday, November 9 7:30 Andrew Volke 6th Anniversary by the family |
FINANCE REPORT
Thank-you for your ongoing support of St. Mary’s Parish
Month of October (weekly average) $15,624
Catholic School Collection $1,306
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Liturgical Roles
November 8-9
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Servers: |
| 4:30 |
D. Clemson, K. Clougherty, M. Favulli, P. Mangan, D. Musgrove, T. Musgrove |
| 7:30 |
A. Berard, C. McCabe, T. O’Donnell, T. O’Donnell, V. Pitney, P. Storer |
| 9:00 |
D. Cabrera, M. Cabrera, D. Duquette, C. Kelly, M. Travers, S. Travers |
| 11:00 |
J. Canfield, C. Logan, K. Pitney, A. Smiley, J. Troio, J. Yarzebski |
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5:30 |
J. Armbruster, S. Campos, R. Hevey, A. Morelli, S. Nelson, L. Perreault |
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Mass |
Lectors: |
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: |
| 4:30 | J. Bellerose |
L. Bellerose, M/M Blanchard, M. Blute, K. Contreras, R. Ferrante, A. Figueiredo, S. Gallerani, M. Lordan, H. Reynolds |
| 7:30 | P. Caouette |
R. Coulter, T. Keegan, A. Lo, G. McNamara, R. Mungovan |
| 9:00 | S. Zybert |
P. Ahearn, M/M Berkowitz, M/M Coghlin, N. Duquette, T. Kelly, S. Landry, L. Shuba, S. Zybert |
| 11:00 | W. Gooley |
J. Barry, K. Canfield, J. Fouhy, M. Horner, S. Howard, E. Korpi, M. Minnucci, E. Page, M/M Pratt, V. Sheehan |
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5:30 |
G. Morelli |
M. Beaudry, M/M Casey, C. Cruz, G. Joubert, L. McAllaster |
Grace Condon and Geraldine Flynn
Dan for success in finding employment, Amber healing of tumors in her leg and brain, Lila for a successful lung transplant when a lung is found, special intentions for a young man and a young woman, a special intention. Continued prayers for: John’s healing, a better job for J. a couple going through difficulties, improved mental health for D, 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: a safe trip, successful dental surgery, increased wellness for T. and many answered prayers.
Prayer Line: Tracy at 508.842.2279 or Susan at 508.934.0133 or susanbk@townisp.com
ALL SOULS’ DAY
Today as we celebrate All Souls Day and throughout the month of November we will pray in a special way for all the souls of the faithful departed, remembering especially our deceased parishioners and family members. The November packet of envelopes includes one for All Souls. Please write the names of your loved ones on the envelope so that we can remember them at Mass throughout the month of November.
OUR ENDURING COVENANT - MAKE YOUR PLEDGE IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER
THANK-YOU to all those parishioners who made their pledge to St. Mary’s Capital Campaign during the month of October. We encourage parishioners who have not made a pledge to Our Enduring Covenant to please do so during the month of November. In a recent letter to pastors Bishop McManus has asked parishes to be prudent in undertaking expansion projects in light of the current economic crisis. Fr. Mike met with Bishop McManus this week and it is the bishop’s recommendation that we move forward with our capital campaign and the scaled back renovation/expansion which was outlined in the bulletin over the past two weeks. Construction is still scheduled to begin in June of 2009. We will meet with the Shrewsbury Planning Board again this Thursday, November 6 for final approval of our plans. Thank-you for your ongoing support of Our Enduring Covenant.
ADULT EDUCATION SERIES
St. Mary’s Parish will continue an Adult Education Series on the following dates:
The seminars, led by Jennifer Kiel, M.A.R. in Theology, will take place in the Pastoral Center from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. All are welcome.
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We extend a warm welcome to the following people who joined St. Mary’s parish during the month of October: Carl Hemenway, Mark and Frances Riggs, Valentino and Michelle Uriegas, and Jared and Sara Wutzke. |
If you are new to St. Mary’s please introduce yourselves to Fr. Mike and Fr. Adam after Mass and call the Pastoral Center during the week so that you can register in the parish.
CONGRATULATIONS to the families and the children who were baptized during the month of October: Liam Cincotta, Saket Damle, Siddhant Damle, Grace Hamilton, Christian Loconsolo, Emily Perkins, Audrey Scheffel, Kyle Traupman, Tyler Tremba, Teatum Warren, and Sabrina Welch. May they grow in the faith that we profess in Christ Jesus.
Baptisms are celebrated on the first and third Sundays of the month at 12:30 pm. Please call the pastoral center to make arrangements for your child’s baptism. Parents who would like to have their first child baptized will be asked to participate in a Baptism Preparation session which is held on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 pm in the pastoral center.
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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. |
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Sunday, November 2 9:00 Adult Choir – Grade 8 Classroom Monday, November 3 8:30 School Mass Wednesday, November 5 2:30 School Choir - Church |
Thursday, November 6 9:15 Weight Training – Mary’s Room Friday, November 7 8:30 Grade 6 Retreat – Pastoral Center Saturday, November 8 8:30 All Souls Mass & Breakfast - Church/Hall Sunday, November 9 9:00 Adult Choir – Grade 8 Classroom |
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MARY’S FLOWERS The flowers adorning the statue of our Daniel Richard In honor of his 3rd Anniversary
The Flowers adorning the statue of our Blessed Mother Domenic Joseph Hayden Forever in our hearts |
STEWARDSHIP AT ST. MARY’S PARISH
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THANK-YOU to the many parishioners who took part in last week’s celebration of STEWARDSHIP AT ST. MARY’S. We are grateful for the many, many ways the people of St. Mary’s live out their discipleship through a generous sharing of time, talent and treasure. As the banners which represent the works and ministries of our parish hang in the Church, let us pray that we may continue to live our lives as faithful stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. For more information on all the ministries at St. Mary’s, please go to the parish website – www.stmarysparish.org. This weekend’s celebration of All Souls Day reminds us that all of life and every day we live are gifts from God. As we pray for our deceased family members and parishioners, let us take TIME to express our gratitude to God for our lives. The Stewardship Committee looks forward to a special Stewardship opportunity that will be announced at the Masses on the weekend of November 15/16 as we listen to the gospel story of the Parable of the Talents. See the posters in the vestibule of the church. |
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ANNUAL ST. MARY SCHOOL SENIOR LUNCHEON: St. Mary School would like to invite the seniors of the parish to the annual luncheon on Friday, November 21, 11:30am to 1:30pm. Please join us for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Space is limited so please reserve early! R.S.V.P. to Beth Farrell at 508.925.5440 by Monday, November 17. |
Attention Lectors – New Lector workbooks are in the Sacristy.
Attention New Altar Servers, “Servers in Training” – A separate schedule for the next two months has been created for the new altar servers (servers in training), during these assigned Masses the servers will have strictly an observer role to help them feel more comfortable exercising this ministry. The schedule has been emailed and is also available in the sacristy. Contact Fr. Adam with any questions at reida@stmarysparish.org.
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Dear families and friends of St. Mary's Parish: On behalf of the Donations Clearing House, a program of the Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance, please accept our sincerest thanks for your support in hosting a household drive. Your outpouring of generosity was truly a blessing. For future donations please do not hesitate to call 508.791.7265 x22. We are booking approximately one month out for pickup. Our best to you and your families, and again our sincerest thanks for taking the time to make a difference. The staff at Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance |
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St. Mary Craft Fair 2008! (formerly Holly Fair) Saturday, December 6th, 9am - 6 pm |
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PARISHIONERS Buy your Christmas greenery from us! |
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! |
CRAFTERS
Show your crafts |
HAITIAN APOSTOLATE MINISTRY
DIOCESE OF WORCESTER AND ST. MARY’S PARISH
The late summer hurricanes that battered Haiti caused huge crop loss in a country already suffering from a food crisis from the global rises in the price of commodities. The people of Haiti had hoped that the dramatic increase in food prices would be offset by a good harvest. That harvest has been largely destroyed. Estimates of crop losses are as high as 80 percent in the most heavily hit sections of Haiti, especially in Les Cayes. Another crop has now been planed with the hope that is makes it through the season. The people of Haiti are brave and resilient, but they are counting on our prayers and assistance to help them find life again.
Sister Marie-Judith Dupuy, S.S.A., Director of the Diocese of Worcester Haitian Apostolate will be speaking at each Mass the weekend of November 8 and 9. Sr. Marie-Judith will be returning from Haiti to give us an update on our twinning relationship with St. Michel’s in Roche-a Bateau, Haiti, in addition to informing us on the impact of the recent hurricanes that have hit the island. You are invited to join Sr. Marie-Judith for coffee following the 7:30 and 9:00 Sunday Masses. Members of the St. Mary’s Haiti Committee will also be seeking your continued support for our monthly commitment of $800 to St. Michel’s.
SOS PRAYERS FOR HAITI
All are invited to join the Haitian Apostolate Ministry of the Diocese of Worcester and the parishes who have twinned with a parish or school in Haiti to join together in solidarity and prayer
St. Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury
Saturday, November 15, 2008
9:00 am – 12:00 noon
You may join us at whatever time is convenient for you. Bishop Robert McManus will celebrate Mass at 11:00 am. The Haitian community in the Boston area have been invited to join in this time of prayer. Thank-you for your ongoing care and support for the people of Haiti.
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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