Bulletin for August 30, 2009
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Sunday, August 30 7:30 Eleanor McPoland by her daughter Violette Roberts Monday, August 31 8:30 Mary Ferguson By the family Tuesday, September 1 8:30 Walter Bernard Shepard By a friend of the family Wednesday, September 2 8:30 Eunice Kennedy Shriver By the Buckley-Teebagy family |
Thursday, September 3 8:30 Helen Haynes By the family Friday, September 4 8:30 John Flagg By Jane O’Connor Saturday, September 5 8:30 Eileen Lachapelle By the family Sunday, September 6 7:30 Emil and Dorothy Vaudreuil, Patricia Vaudreuil By the family |
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
September 5-6
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Mass |
Servers: |
| 4:30 |
E. Cristy, A. Lynch, J. McCoy, S. McCoy, C. Seed, P. Seed |
| 7:30 |
A. Amatucci, A. Amatucci, W. Hayden, K. Lavin. C. McCabe, V. Pitney |
| 9:00 | M.T. Egan, P. Egan, B. Huie, A. Ruggieri, M. Terry, M. Terry |
| 11:00 |
J. Canfield, J. Hardwick, S. Hardwick, E. Hirtle, B. Saxe, J. Troio |
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5:30 |
D. Buricatu, B. Campos, R. Hevey, B. Lemieux, C. Lunt,, L. Perreault |
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Mass |
Lectors: |
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: |
Sacristan: |
| 4:30 | S. Gallerani |
J. Aubrey, M. Damico, L. McAllaster, M/M Piecz, A. Scribner, S. Seed |
M/M Bellerose |
| 7:30 | T. Kennedy |
M. Lemoine, G. McNamara, R. Mungovan, A, Noone, D. Tivnan |
F. Mannella |
| 9:00 | M. Egan |
P. Ahearn, M. David, J. Godek, J. Maliakal, V. Sheehan, J. Zerwas |
P. Ahearn |
| 11:00 | C. Hardwick |
E. Baroni, K. Canfield, J.M. Carey, M/M Cote, M. Cote, D. Troio |
S. Zybert |
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5:30 |
J. Forts |
A.M. Blute, C. Cruz, D. DeFazio, G. Nahm, A. Figueiredo, M. Serafin |
J. Walent |
Robert McCaffrey
Lynne undergoing a lumpectomy, to receive good results; Chris S.; Elaine; safe return for all students, teachers and administrators; Christine and M. to live in greater mindfulness and peace; C.; Scott to gain clear thinking about himself; Beth to successfully address an addiction; Kevin to gain compassion and the space he needs to regroup; the safety of three children, B, C, and C.; a family in turmoil; Martin Finnegan for accurate diagnosis, treatment and quick recovery and for his wife and family; Patricia Johnson for successful treatment for sarcoma and for a full recovery, Abigail, 3 yrs old undergoing brain surgery on Wed. at Children’s Hospital; Nancy/Mom to gain strength and get better daily in order to be restored to full happiness as soon as possible; our parish to commit to praying constantly for peace and mindful pausing to hear one another well. Continued prayers for: Molly Baker; Tony Gould; Joe and his family; Kathy; Ann; Peggy; Amy; Jen; Denise; F.; Daniel; SP; Shannon's successful and healthy pregnancy; Rose Marie McAndrews; Ben; Sarah; Jennifer; Marsha; BE; and the success of our various ministries. Thanksgiving for: Margaret's influence and care; Mike’s safe return from Afghanistan and multiple answered prayers.
Prayer Line: Tracy at 508.842.2279 or Susan at 508.934.0133 or susanbk@townisp.com
I have asked that our parish priests read this letter at all the Lord’s Day Masses this final weekend of August since we have still not achieved our diocesan goal of $4.8 million dollars and our Appeal concludes on Monday. In fact, as I write, we are about $150,000 short of our diocesan goal. The 21,000 donors who have already made contributions represent about 20% of the Catholic families of the Diocese. Many others would certainly help us by sharing in this important annual effort. It is my hope that, even at this late date, any who can will contribute through a special second collection taken in all diocesan parishes today. Perhaps those who have already contributed might find it in their hearts to make an additional gift. We are all very much aware of the needs of thousands of people at this time given our recent economic downturn. I look to you for your generous support in helping them. Please be as generous as you can in this final appeal, each of us remembering in our hearts how good our gracious and loving God has been to us and our loved ones. With every prayerful best wish, I am Sincerely yours in Christ, |
FLU VACCINE CLINIC
Sunday, September 27 - St. Mary’s Church Hall – 8am -12 noon
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
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If you or someone you know is interested in becoming catholic or if you are a Catholic who would like to complete your initiation through the sacraments of Confirmation and/or Eucharist, the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) can help. The RCIA forms adults in the Catholic faith and prepares them for the sacraments of initiation. For additional information please call Fr. Mike, Fr. Adam or Deacon Frank at the pastoral center. |
ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS
Adults who have been baptized catholic and made their First Communion, but who have not been confirmed, are invited to participate in an adult confirmation class. Several preparation sessions will be held before the adult confirmation at St. Paul’s Cathedral in early February. Please call Fr. Mike or Fr. Adam at the pastoral center for more information.
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Sunday, August 30 10:00 Grades 5-8 CCD Signups - Hall Monday, August 31 9:15 Weight Training – Mary’s Room Tuesday, September 1 7:00 Eco-Justice Meeting- St. Matthew |
Wednesday, September 2 7:30 First Day of School Thursday, September 3 7:30 Welcome Coffee - Patio Friday, September 4 9:00-1:00 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Chapel Sunday, September 6 12:00 Baptisms - Church |
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MARY’S FLOWERS The flowers adorning the statue of our Edward J. Moran In honor of his 2nd Anniversary |
ST. MARY SCHOOL
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There are a few openings still available in the following grades:
Please contact the school office at 508.842.1601 for information and an application. |
CHILDREN’S CHOIR
“It is time again for us to make a joyful noise to God with songs of praise!” Come join us at the 9 am Sunday liturgies starting on 9/13/2009. We ask that children interesting in sing please be at mass around 8:45am in order to prepare accordingly. New members always welcome. If interested, or for more information please call Kristin Defosse @ 508.854.2499. Thanks for your help and support with this ministry!
REMINDER: Grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 In-Home Class Sign Ups will take place in the Church Hall on the following dates:
Even though you have returned your mail in registration form, students in Grade 5, 6, 7, and 8 must sign up at this time in order to be enrolled in Fall classes. PLEASE NOTE: The above sign up dates do not apply to students of grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 who registered for the Households of Faith Program. |
ITEM OF THE MONTH – BODY SOAP
Thank you to everyone who helped us collect over 180 condiments! Since May we have collected over 600 Items of the Month! These special items are added to the 200 monthly food bags given out by St. Anne's Food Pantry, to local Shrewsbury families. This month we will be collecting body soap: liquid or bar. Please help us reach our goal of 200 during the month of September! Thank you!
Cub Pack 158 Registration on Monday, Sept 14th in the Church Hall from 6:30 until 7:45. Boys in 1st through 5th grade interested in Cub Scouts are welcome. Cub Scouts have fun through such activities as the Pinewood Derby, Blue and Gold Banquet, Battleship Cove sleepover and an Estes rocket launch. The 1st Pack meeting is Monday, September 28th in the Church Hall. Questions they can contact John Travers 508 845-0043 or Dan Wolohan 508 845-6562.
Columbia Project - Yard Sale
On Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 8 am to 4 pm St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Milford will be holding a yard sale under the tent on the rectory lawn to benefit Fr. Manny’s Colombian School Project which will help the peasant children go to school. We invite everyone to stop by and help us raise funds. If you would like to make donations they will be accepted only on Friday Sept. 25, 2009 from 8 am to 6 pm. They may be dropped off in the back of the rectory under the tent only.
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SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, December 13, 2009 to kick off the Christmas Season with the Regal Players and their Christmas Spectacular. |
Celebrating Together, Building Our Community!
PUB QUIZ
Last year the team of Tim Daly, Mary Beth Daly, John Calderwood and Ellen Daly - better know as Empty Minds - earned the title of Smartest in the Parish by winning the 5th Annual Pub Quiz at the 2008 Family Festival. Who’s up for challenging them for the title this year? Now’s your chance!
Last year we hosted the Pub Quiz in the biggest tent ever at the Family Festival. And what a success it was! The tent was full, the competition was keen and the woeful singing of Sweet Caroline by 200+ adults was heard across the Festival grounds. Join us this year as the Pub Quiz Committee builds on last year’s success to make the 6th Annual Pub Quiz even better. Click here to get a registration form - register your team before it’s too late!
GRAND RAFFLE
After you register for the Quiz, test your hand at the Wheel-of-Luck. Buy two Grand Raffle tickets after one of the Sunday masses and spin the Wheel. If your number comes up you will be entered into a special drawing for a one of Ten FREE Raffle tickets to be awarded at the end of August. So buy your tickets now, spin the Wheel-of-Luck and increase your odds of winning!
And remember, this year you can double your chances of winning and it won’t cost you any more than last year. That’s right – two Grand Raffle Tickets for $100! Or if you prefer, one ticket for $75. Either way, it’s quite a bargain and a great way to put $15,000 in your pocket. And back by popular demand is the same fantastic second prize – four box seats to the Red Sox/Indians game on October 4th and four premium seats to the Patriots/Jets game on November 22nd!
To purchase your tickets, please click here. Tickets may also be purchased from the Raffle committee after selected masses.
Thanks for supporting St. Mary Parish and School.
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Thank You Raffle Sponsor!! CENTRAL ONE Federal Credit Union Dear St. Mary Parishioners: In appreciation of their support, we ask that you consider Central One for all your banking needs. Thanks, |
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