Bulletin for August 8, 2010
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Saturday, August 7 4:30 Rita and Daniel Sklut By the family Sunday, August 8 7:30 Victor Cote By the family Monday, August 9 8:30 Amelia Sicolo By the family Wednesday, August 11 8:30 Ora FitzGerald By the Koziara family |
Thursday, August 12 8:30 Virginia Davidson By the family Saturday, August 14 8:30 Angela Alicandro In honor of her 29th Birthday by the family Sunday, August 15 7:30 Ellen Samia By Susan and Raymond Cote |
2010 Collection to Aid the Church in Central & Eastern Europe
Today’s second collection will assist the church in Central and Eastern Europe as they continue to rebuild their churches and catechetical centers to renew the faith.
August 14-15
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Mass |
Servers: |
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A. Canzano, J. Canzano, K. Maher, J. Pegg, C. Seed, R. Welch |
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S. Brenner, D. Clemson, J. Goljan, W. Hayden, A. Lemoine, P. Magnuson |
| 9:00 |
M.T. Egan, P. Egan, J. McCoy, S. McCoy, , A. Ruggieri, M. Travers |
| 11:00 |
J. Canfield, S. Commito, A. O’Connor, B. Sax, J. Troio, J. Yarzebski |
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5:30 |
D. Buricatu, G. Buricatu, J. Hardwick, S. Hardwick, K. Jakubiak, L. Perreault |
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Mass |
Lectors: |
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: |
Sacristan: |
| 4:30 | A. Daley |
K. Contreras, S. Goodwin, M. Law, M/M Nelligan, M. Rogers, S. Seed |
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| 7:30 | G. Kuruvilla |
P. Caouette, M. Lemoine, G. McNamara, R. Mungovan, A. Noone |
F. Mannella |
| 9:00 | V. Russo |
P. Ahearn, S. Landry, J. Maliakal, L. Rybacki, V. Sheehan |
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| 11:00 | J. Kiel |
K. Canfield, J. Fernandez, S. Howard, E. Page, M/M Sousa, D. Troio |
J.M. Carey |
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5:30 |
A. Figueiredo |
A.M. Blute, M/M Casey, C. Cote, S. Jakubiak, L. Perreault |
J. Walent |
Elaine Moore, Mitchell Estaphan
Repose of the soul of Gary Klutts, and peace for his family. Healing of respiratory problems for newborn, Graham Joseph Mattina. Kathy, for good results from an MRI. Barby, for successful spinal surgery, and a full recovery. Santiago, full recovery from complications from surgery. Continued Prayers for Isabel, Janice and Theresa. Thanksgiving for: B's release from hospital; Joan's message and many answered prayers.
Prayer Line: Tracy at 508-842-2279 or Susan at 508-934-0133 or susanbk@townisp.com
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS
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We continue to pray often for the men and women who are serving our country in the Armed Forces and are stationed overseas. Over 700 members of the Massachusetts National Guard will soon be leaving their homes, work and families for an overseas deployment. Included in their number are St. Mary parishioners Brian McNeil and John Mulhern. Please keep them in your prayers |
OPENING OF NEW PARISH ADDITION - COME AND SEE
On the weekend of August 14 & 15 we will informally open the new addition to our parish facilities. While Lauring Construction Co. will be completing the remaining items on the final punch list, the addition will be ready for our use next weekend. The elevator by the side entrance and the rest rooms on both levels will be functional. All the doors to the new addition will be open. Please share this opening date with family members, neighbors and friends who have been unable to attend Mass and have been waiting for the completion of the project which makes our church, hall and school completely accessible. In addition to the elevator at the new side entrance, there is also an automatic door opener at the front of the church and five new sections in the church designed for wheelchair use.
THANK-YOU to all who have supported Our Enduring Covenant and our building project. Thank-you for your patience throughout the past year of construction. Be sure to join us for the formal dedication of our new facility on Sunday, September 12th.
PARKING ON MAIN STREET
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Just a reminder to those who are in the habit of parking in front of the church on Main Street: You can no longer double park on Main Street. When you do park in a single line, be sure that you do not block the entire sidewalk. People will still need to use the sidewalk. Thank-you. |
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JOIN US FOR THE DEDICATION CELEBRATION
for our new Parish Addition and the
50th ANNIVERSARY of the Building of St. Mary Church
Sunday, September 12, 2010
11:00 am Mass with Bishop Robert McManus - Dedication & Blessing to follow
A light reception will be held in the new Gathering Space along with tours of the new building addition
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. |
THE WEEK AHEAD
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Monday, August 9 9:15 Weight Training – Mary’s Room Thursday, August 12 9:15 Weight Training – Mary’s Room |
Friday, August 13 9:00-1:00 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Chapel Saturday, August 14 2:00 Wedding – Church Sunday, August 15 11:00 University of Notre Dame Alumni Club of Worcester – Gathering Space |
We have now reached 82% of our parish goal for this year’s Partners in Charity Appeal, but only three more weeks remain for this appeal. THANK-YOU to the many parishioners who have already contributed. If you have not yet had the opportunity to do so, please support this year’s appeal with your gift or pledge in the month of August. Every gift is important to the 29 ministries that are funded each year through Partners in Charity.
St. Mary’s Goal $175,000
Amount Raised in pledges/gifts $143,695
Number of Gifts 421
Envelopes for your gift/pledge can be found at the entrances of the church and on the window sills. You may place them in the collection basket today or mail to the pastoral center during the week.
ST. MARY’S SHINING STARS
Shining Stars is 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. Download a nomination form from the stewardship section of our parish website: click here.
Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.
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THE SHINING STAR FOR AUGUST Dr. John Harding |
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Dr. Harding has been and now continues to be the motivator committed to the success of Respect Life. As Chair he organizes a variety of events to provide awareness, opportunities for parish involvement, and television presentations. Grace, John’s wife, is very supportive as he ministers to St. Mary’s and people everywhere. Tune in television and John grammatically presents Catholicism and Family Life values in a unique style informing, challenging, coaxing and convincing Respect for Life at all stages.
Reminder: Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 Religious Education 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.
SHARE THE BOUNTY
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If your garden is ready for harvest, please donate some of your vegetables to Share the Bounty. Drop off your fresh produce-- home grown or store/farmstand bought-- in the basket placed in the back of the church. Delivery to the Worcester County Food Bank takes place each Monday morning. Please help to provide fresh vegetables/fruits to those in need in our community! Please call 508-845-9786 if you have any questions, thank you! |
JET SET
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Join us as we cruise the Boston Harbor on the Spirit of Boston on August 18, 2010. The cost of this is $72 and includes a delicious buffet with a variety of entrees and on board entertainment. Reservation and payment must be received by August 1st by calling Evelyn 508.845.3511 or Fran 508.842.8567. |
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On October 5th, 6th, & 7th we will be traveling to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. We will be staying in Lancaster at the Heritage Hotel. Also included in the cost is 4 meals, a tour of Amish Country, the Hershey Chocolate World and new "Joseph" show at the Sight and Sound Theater. The cost is $310 Double, $300 Triple, and $390 single. Reservations and a $50 per person deposit must be made by August 10th by calling Evelyn 508.845.3511 or Fran 508.842.8567.
Women's Rosary Breakfast
Saturday - August 14th - 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Join women from around the diocese for a morning full of hope and inspiration! Enjoy a full Victorian breakfast - Join in a prayerful rosary; followed by an inspirational sharing. Registration is $20.00 & helps to defray costs.
Being Held at: St. Anne's Parish - The Father Smith Center
130 Boston Tpke. Rd. - Shrewsbury
Contact: Marge Oliveri @ 508-320-3498
Email: Faithful1111@aol.com
The 2010 Family Festival - A Community Celebration!
With the church expansion nearly complete, the Parish is ready to Celebrate! Following the dedication of the new addition on September 12, we kick the celebration into high gear on September 17, 18, and 19 with the annual Family Festival. With so much to be thankful for the 2010 Festival Committee decided on a theme for this year’s Festival that is simple but reflects our joy for so many blessings – A Community Celebration!
So please join the Festival Committee, volunteers, fellow parishioners and the entire Shrewsbury community on September 17, 18, and 19 for the 2010 Family Festival. It will truly be a Community Celebration! Whether you volunteer, buy a raffle ticket, or just stop by and share good times with family, friends and neighbors you don’t want to this event.
This year the Family Festival Committee is excited to once again offer a Grand Raffle Prize of $15,000! Also back by popular demand is the same fantastic second prize – four box seats to the Red Sox/Yankees game on October 3rd and four premium seats to the Patriots/Colts game on November 21st!
To purchase your tickets, please visit the Family Festival website (click here) and then click on the Grand Raffle starburst for a Raffle entry form. Tickets may also be purchased from the Raffle committee after selected masses.
Thanks for supporting St. Mary Parish and School!
Thank You Raffle Sponsor!!
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Dear St. Mary Parishioners: In appreciation of their support, we ask that you visit Kowloon Restaurant and enjoy some delicious Chinese food. Thanks, |
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