Bulletin for February 15, 2009
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Saturday, February 14 4:30 Charles Birri By his sisiter-in-law Barbara & family Sunday, February 15 7:30 Amelia Catino By Vi Jefferson Monday, February 16 8:30 Mary and Frank Daly By the family Tuesday, February 17 8;30 Rose Haith 17th Anniversary by the family Wednesday, February 18 8:30 Bob Shannon By a friend |
Thursday, February 19 8:30 Dorothy McCaffrey By the family Friday, February 20 8:30 Virginia Davidson By the Davis family Saturday, February 21 8:30 Henry Santos 1st Anniversary by the family Sunday, February 22 7:30 Mary Cinquegrani By Cliff and Vi Jefferson |
February 21-22
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M. Daly, M. Favulli, O. Maher, D. Musgrove, T. Musgrove, A. Russo |
| 7:30 |
A. Amatucci, A. Amatucci, K. Clougherty, A. Morgera, R. Morgera, V. Pitney |
| 9:00 |
M.T. Egan, E. Lemoine, M. Lemoine, A. Morelli, M. Travers, S. Travers |
| 11:00 |
S. Commito, E. Hirtle, B. Huie, A. O’Connor, A. Smiley, A. Smiley |
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5:30 |
D. Buricatu, S. Kuruvilla, B. Lemieux, S. Nelson, J. Walent, E. Whitlock |
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Lectors: |
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: |
| 4:30 | S. Puthanangady |
J. Armbruster, M/M Blanchard, K. Contreras, A. Figueiredo, M. Kiley, I, Lespasio, A. Lo, M/M Piecz, H. Reynolds |
| 7:30 | P. Caouette |
M. Gulino, T. Keegan, R. Mungovan |
| 9:00 | V. Russo |
M/M Coghlin, F. Doiron, J. Godek, T. Kelly, E. Lemoine, J. Maliahal, E. Korpi |
| 11:00 | S. Landry |
J. Barry, K. Canfield, J. Fernandez, M/M Holland, J. McDonald, E. Page, M/M Pratt, L. Shuba |
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5:30 |
F. Mannella |
A. M. Blute, C. Cruz, P. forts, G. Kuruvilla, M/M Thompson |
Roland Labreche, Pasquale Bisceglia, and Bernice Dryden
Millie's full and fast recovery from a heart attack, Marilyn to heal from an infection and to have a relief of pain, Karen's recovery from alcoholism and its underlying causes, complete and quick recovery from a sudden surgical complication for A., Maggie's new medical regimen to provide healing, all those seeking employment to find a job, a final resolution for a woman's pain during walking, a young man to gain insight and acceptance into his disability and the courage to heal, success for Jerry's and Michael's program, safe travel for a family, full healing for Katie a young mother who suffered a stroke, healing for a young boy with bacterial pneumonia, Becky after surgery for removal of a tumor near her optic nerve, new job for Paul and peace around the world and in our midst. Continued prayers for: three intentions, a Mom to gain custody of her children, Matthew, Ann, Arthur, Al, B., Eleanor, Keith, Ben, the sale of two homes, Ralph, Andy, Cindy, Christine, Jimmy, Tim, Anna, Joe, a Mom and child, Ritchie, Patrick, Kevin, Audrey, ES Fr. Leo, and our capital campaign. Thanksgiving for: employment for Dave, Ritchie's increased comfort level, David's new job, successful surgery for N., and multiple answered prayers.
Prayer Line: Tracy at 508.842.2279 or Susan at 508.934.0133 or susanbk@townisp.com
STEWARDSHIP THOUGHTS
Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time • February 15, 2009
The fate of a leper is a great tragedy at any time and place. In Jesus’ time, lepers were considered condemned, part of the plagues God sent as punishment. They were cast out of society and abandoned. St. Mark’s Gospel reveals the unthinkable.
Jesus reaches out and touches a leper. He risks catching the contagious disease and heals the man. As the gospel story teaches, no one is abandoned in Christ. Are there those in our society or in our personal lives for whom we ascribe no hope, who we have abandoned, treated like lepers? Or as Christ’s stewards of our sisters and brothers, do we risk reaching out and touching those who may seem to us to be “unclean” or not worthy of our time or attention?
ADULT CONFIRMATION CELEBRATION
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During a prayerful and joy-filled celebration at St. Paul Cathedral last Sunday, Bishop George Rueger confirmed 4 parishioners from St. Mary’s. We congratulate them and ask God to continue to send the Holy Spirit upon them. Lisa Berkowitz • Leonard James • Carla Murray • Edward Temple |
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LENT IS COMING...
The season of Lent will begin soon on Ash Wednesday, February 25th. Plan now to join us at St. Mary’s as we enter into this holy season.
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St Mary’s Golf Tournament 2009 - June 5th 2009 - Cyprian Keyes Golf Club
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Mark the Date now for the St Mary’s “Golfest” – June 5th! |
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Sunday, February 15 9:00 Adult Choir – Grade 8 Classroom Monday, February 16 7:30 St. Mary Rosary Group – Chapel Tuesday, February 17 9:30 Thomas Merton Group – Mary’s Room Thursday, February 19 7:00 Boy Scouts – Hall |
Friday, February 20 9:00-1:00 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Chapel Saturday, February 21 9:00 Grade 2 CCD – School/PC Sunday, February 22 9:00 Adult Choir – Grade 8 Classroom |
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JET SET II
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Join us on May 29-31, 2009 as we travel to Toronto for the Red Sox-Blue Jay game at the Sky Dome. Our deluxe hotel in Niagara Falls will be equipped with all amenities. The trip will also include a tour of Niagara Falls. The cost will be $290 (food not included). Reservations and a deposit of $90 must be received by March 31st. Full payment by April 30th. For reservations please call Fran at 508.842.8567 or Evelyn at 508.845.3511. Cost of cancellation insurance is $12 per person checks made payable to Fox Tours. |
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SAVE THE DATE On Friday, March 27 St. Mary’s will have our annual 24 Hour Rosary and Adoration to pray for an end to abortion. The Rosary will begin after the 8:30am Mass on Friday, March 27th and end with the 8:30 am Mass on Saturday, March 28th. On Friday evening we will have a special Mass at 7:00 pm with Fr. Adam Reid as our speaker. Please plan to attend. |
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A WORD OF THANKS Dear Boys and Girls of Grades 1-4 and Households of Faith, I want to thank you so much for thinking of HOPE during the Christmas Season. It was so very kind of you to take the time to pick out special gifts for our families. I believe that presents which come from the heart are the best kind to receive, and children certainly know how to choose great gifts for other children. I hope you are enjoying this snowy winter, remember to wear your hats and mittens to keep you warm and toasty. Many Blessings, |
IRISH NIGHT
K of C/Shrewsbury
Friday, March 13
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February is CATHOLIC FREE PRESS MONTH. As the church continues to chart its way through these challenging times, it is important to read about the issues in the Catholic media as well as the secular media. The Catholic Free Press can put all the current world and religious issues in a context of faith in a way that is informative and interesting. Subscribe to the catholic Free Press this month. Renew or begin your subscription this month for only $23. Drop your subscription envelope in the basket any weekend in February. Our parish is assessed for 404 subscriptions, and we must pay this amount even if fewer people subscribe. Please help us support our diocesan newspaper. |
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THANK YOU Thanks to the graciousness of a St. Mary’s Parishioner, St. Anne’s Human Services now has a new stove/oven. We cannot thank you enough!! |
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Teams are still forming for the 2009 American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Shrewsbury to be held on May 15-16th at the Oak Middle School track. Join the quest for the CURE at the end of the RAINBOW of HOPE on Thursday, February 26th at 7pm at the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. Shrewsbury. For information, contact Traci at 508.523.3484. |
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Dear Friends at St. Mary, Shrewsbury: Last summer, I came to speak about the needs of the Home of Hope orphanage in India. As you may remember, these girls -- age 6 to 18 -- victims of poverty, neglect and abuse, were living in the safe haven of Home of Hope, but their surroundings were pretty grim. They were sleeping on the floor; they had no place to study after school, they didn’t even have a place to sit down during the day, except on the ground. I promised to report back to you and I am happy to be able to tell you that your mission collection has helped to build them a fine new building, where each of them will have their own bed. I just got back from the dedication and it brought me to tears to see them so carefully, almost reverently, take off their shoes even before entering the new building. And now under construction in front of the building is the “Fountain of Hope.” Soon there will be a plaque on the rim of the fountain with the name of your generous parish, so you will be remembered each day. Also, I will be bringing Sister Sophy from India this April, along with Rajeswari, one of the orphan girls at Home of Hope. We are now making arrangements to visit St. Mary; I will let you know as soon as a date is confirmed. By mail, I am sending a beautiful color photo of the building and fountain, suitable for framing. Many thanks. You have done something beautiful for God, Paul Wilkes, Coordinator, Home of Hope India |
9TH ANNUAL DIOCESAN CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE
All parish men as well as their sons, brothers, fathers and friends are invited to this important annual Conference, scheduled for Worcester’s DCU Center on Saturday, March 28th. Hear dynamic talks from outstanding Catholic leaders: Bill Wegner, Brian Brown, Msgr. Frank Lane; Joe Klecko, Guy Doud, McManus will offer the conference Mass. Diocesan priests and bishops will hear confessions. For a conference brochure, further information or to register call 508.929.4345. Visit our website – www.firstmensconf.org for information and ticket purchases. Kurt Brenner will serve as our parish contact for this year’s Men’s Conference.
CAMP SUNSHINE FUND RAISER - On Saturday, February 21st we will be hosting a dance at St. Mary's Parish Hall to raise money to send a family to Camp Sunshine. The dance will be held from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (6th grade & up). We will be selling tickets after all Masses 1/31/09 & 2/1/09 as well as 2/7/09 & 2/8/09. A free raffle ticket will be given with each ticket purchased. Tickets $5.00 Raffle Tickets $1 per ticket OR 6/$5.00. You do not need to be present in order to win a raffle prize. Please support our efforts to help a family in need. Please contact Caroline Gnieski with any questions you may have gnieski@townisp.com.
Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works
and give glory to your Father in heaven. Mathew 5:16
Shining Stars
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An opportunity for parishioners to recognize other parishioners for their stewardship actions and deeds. Do you want to say ‘thanks’ or acknowledge a parish member for being a good steward by using their time, talent or treasure to serve others? You may recognize an individual, a family, a couple, a teenager or child - all recognitions are anonymous but we ask you to include your name and phone number for any clarifications, if necessary. |
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Click here to view the nomination form. Print it, fill it out, and then either drop it in the collection basket at Mass on Sunday or drop it off at the Pastoral Center.
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