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Weekend Liturgies Saturday: SL 4:00pm SP 4:30pm Sunday: SL 8:00am SP 9:30am HF 11:00am & 7:30pm Daily mass at Holy Family at 8:30am SACRAMENTS Baptism: Parents should call the Parish Office Marriage:

Pius X 3:30 to 4:00 pm or by appointment Please call Fr. Ranges, S.S.E. 878-5331 Anointing of the Sick: Please contact Fr.

SEX CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Pastor ~ Rev. Charles Ranges, S.S.E. 4 Prospect Street Essex Junction, Vermont 05452 8028785331 ~ holyfamily2@comcast.net Additional Celebrant ~ Rev. Richard Berube, S.S.E. Parishes of: HOLY FAMILY/ST.

net Parish Office 8028785331 Holy Family Cemetery ~ 8028785331 PARISH STAFF Administrative Assistant ~ Gail Hagerty Faith Formation Director ~ John McMahon Parish Council Chair ~ Rev.

net Parish Office 8028785997 PARISH STAFF Deacon ~ Deacon Gerry Scilla Office Manager/Accountant ~ Margaret Judge Faith Formation Director ~ Andrew Coulter Parish Council Coordinator ~ Gary Diminick

1 Weekend Liturgies Saturday: SL 4:00pm SP 4:30pm Sunday: SL 8:00am SP 9:30am HF 11:00am & 7:30pm Daily mass at Holy Family at 8:30am SACRAMENTS Baptism: Parents should call the Parish Office Marriage: Must be scheduled at least six months in advance to allow for the required pre-marriage course. Please call Fr. Ranges, S.S.E Reconciliation: Saturday: St. Lawrence 3:15 to 3:45 pm St. Pius X 3:30 to 4:00 pm or by appointment Please call Fr. Ranges, S.S.E Anointing of the Sick: Please contact Fr. Ranges Visits to the Home Bound: Please notify the parish office of anyone unable to attend church because of illness, age or handicap ESSEX CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Pastor ~ Rev. Charles Ranges, S.S.E. 4 Prospect Street Essex Junction, Vermont ~ holyfamily2@comcast.net Additional Celebrant ~ Rev. Richard Berube, S.S.E. Parishes of: HOLY FAMILY/ST. LAWRENCE 36 Lincoln Street / 158 West Street Essex Junction, Vermont ~ holyfamilysecretary@comcast.net Parish Office Holy Family Cemetery ~ PARISH STAFF Administrative Assistant ~ Gail Hagerty Faith Formation Director ~ John McMahon Parish Council Chair ~ Rev. Charles Ranges, S.S.E. Finance Council Chair ~ Bernard Couture ST. PIUS X 20 Jericho Road Essex, Vermont ~ saintpiusx@comcast.net Parish Office PARISH STAFF Deacon ~ Deacon Gerry Scilla Office Manager/Accountant ~ Margaret Judge Faith Formation Director ~ Andrew Coulter Parish Council Coordinator ~ Gary Diminick Finance Council Chair ~ Jim Rose Sacramental Preparation: Children (Grades 12) ~ The preparation process for the sacraments of First Reconciliation & Eucharist involves participating in our parish's first and second grade religious education classes. Both sacraments are celebrated during the second grade year. Confirmation (Grades 910) ~ This twoyear preparation process is designed to help candidates learn more about their faith, our Catholic Church and what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. The process is intended to help the candidate become more receptive to the Holy Spirit and actively living out the mission of the Church in their lives.

2 MARCH 6, 2016 HOLY FAMILY / ST. LAWRENCE Parish Calendar ~ March 2016 Sunday, March 6th: Religious Education Classes: see Faith Formation Monday, March 7th: 2:00 pm Mass at Green Mountain Nursing Home 6:00 7:30 pm RCIA Hoehl Room Tuesday, March 8th: 6:00 pm 7:30 pm Children s RCIA Robideau Fellowship Hall 6:00 pm 8:00 pm Adoration at Holy Family Church Wednesday, March 9th: 9:00 am Cenacle of Life Prayer Group after Mass 12:00 pm (Noon) Bridge Robideau Fellowship Hall 5:00 pm 9:00 pm Catholic Daughters Meeting Robideau Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm Lenten Retreat with Fr. Berube Parish Center Hoehl Room Thursday, March 10 th : 9:00 am Divine Mercy Chaplet prayed following Mass 5:00 pm Essex Eats Out setup Robideau Fellowship Hall Friday, March 11th: 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Essex Eats Out Holy Family/St Lawrence Robideau Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross at Holy Family Saturday, March 12 th : 8:00 am 10:00 am Padre Pio Prayer Group Rosary/ Mass/Reflection Groups Parish Center Hoehl Room 8:00 am 8:00 pm First Year Confirmation Retreat Holy Family Parish Center ESSEX EATS OUT Our parish will be hosting on Friday, March 11 th Hosting Team #4 Our Menu will be Baked Ziti, Salad, Rolls and Dessert Drop off times are as follows: Sunday, March 6th, 9:00am Noon at the Parish Center, Monday and Tuesday, March 7 th and 8 th at the Parish Center between 8:00am and 3:30pm and Wednesday, March 9th between 5:00pm 7:00pm at the Parish Center. On Wednesday evening the Catholic daughters will be having their meeting upstairs Items can be dropped off in the kitchen. Volunteer opportunities and food donation opportunities will be posted on Essex Eats Out web page Essexeatsout.org Please feel free to contact the if you have any questions. Thank You! February 28, 2016 *$ 6, nd & Special Collections *$ 1, Mass Stipends & Donations $ Capital Campaign $ *includes EFT Thank you for your continued generosity Faith Formation Office: , ext. 202, or john.mcmahon@hfslvt.org R.E. Program Information: Grades 15: Mar. 6 HFSL Upcoming Family Class on Mar. 13 Grades 678: Mar. 6 /57 HFSL Parish Center Upcoming Children s & Youth Liturgies: Grade 1: 11 AM HF /Sunday, March 6th Confirmation: Grade 9: Mar. 6 /57 St. Pius X Saturday, March 121st Year Confirmation Retreat Grade 10: Mar. 20 /57 St. Pius X Upcoming 10 th Grade Confirmation Interviews: Monday, March 7th: 57 HF Rectory The interviews with Fr. Charlie normally last ~15 minutes and at least one parent should attend with their son or daughter. Contact John if you need to sign up for a timeslot. BOTTLE DRIVE Saturday & Sunday, April 9th & 10th Many thanks to everyone who supported our last drive! Our efforts to fundraise for the upcoming World Youth Day Pilgrimage to Poland will continue over the weekend of April 9th & 10th( drop off will be at the St. Lawrence Rectory). Diocesan High School Barre Winter Blast Open to all High School students Saturday, March 12th. Location: St. Monica Barre (79 Summer St.) 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join us for a day that includes: A joyous celebration of our faith, games, talks, music, Mass and more! Bring Your Friends! All are welcome! Day will include Sunday vigil Mass. Cost will be $15 per person. Contact John McMahon to sign up or for more information. Thank all of you for your time cutting out patterns, sewing and donatingmoney and materials for this project. A parishioner and registered nurse went to Haiti with a group of volunteers with all of the items that were sewn. Sanitary conditions there are deplorable andgirls lose 20% of the school year because of this problem. The cash donations were given to a local orphanage for food and supplies. Thank you all for your works of mercy and your prayers. The people of Haiti are grateful of your love for them. God Bless all of your efforts to make this a better world.your Faith in Action Committee. Padre Pio Prayer Group The Essex Catholic Community Padre Pio group will meet on Saturday, March 12th at Holy Family Church. We will begin with the Rosary at 8:00 AM followed by Mass, Special Intentions for the intercession of Saint Padre Pio and then learning about Padre Pio s life, ministry and spiritual gifts. Refreshments will be provided. If you have any questions please contact Laura Duquette at All are Welcome.

SUNDAY MARCH 6 Catholic Relief Services COFFEE HOUR after mass 9:30 am Children s Liturgy of the Word 10:30 am Kindergarten MONDAY MARCH 7 3:30 pm Faith Formation 4th 6:30 pm Faith Formation 6th &

Family FRIDAY MARCH 11 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross Holy Family SATURDAY MARCH 12 8:00 am 1st Year Confirmation Retreat at Holy Family Parish Center SUNDAY MARCH 13 ~ Daylight Savings Buildings &

AM Mass on Easter morning. This volunteer opportunity can be for one or more parishioners.

Pius X is scheduled for March 16 th. St. Patty's Day Senior Luncheon sponsored by the St. Pius X Community & Service Ministry is Wednesday March 16 11:45 1:00 at St. Pius. Tickets are $5.

3 SUNDAY MARCH 6 Catholic Relief Services COFFEE HOUR after mass 9:30 am Children s Liturgy of the Word 10:30 am Kindergarten MONDAY MARCH 7 3:30 pm Faith Formation 4th 6:30 pm Faith Formation 6th & 8th 7:00 pm Folk Group Rehearsal TUESDAY MARCH 8 3:30 pm Faith Formation 2nd WEDNESDAY MARCH 9 6:30 pm Community & Service Ministry 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal 7:00 pm Following Jesus to Easter~Holy Family FRIDAY MARCH 11 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross Holy Family SATURDAY MARCH 12 8:00 am 1st Year Confirmation Retreat at Holy Family Parish Center SUNDAY MARCH 13 ~ Daylight Savings Buildings & Grounds COFFEE HOUR after mass 9:30 am Children s Liturgy of the Word EASTER EGG HUNT COORDINATOR We are looking for a Coordinator for the annual Easter Egg hunt which will take place after the 10:30 AM Mass on Easter morning. This volunteer opportunity can be for one or more parishioners. Please contact Andrew at if you have any questions or are interested in serving as the Coordinator in this ministry. SAVE THE DATE: St. Patrick s Senior Luncheon at St. Pius X is scheduled for March 16 th. St. Patty's Day Senior Luncheon sponsored by the St. Pius X Community & Service Ministry is Wednesday March 16 11:45 1:00 at St. Pius. Tickets are $5.00 and can only be purchased in advance. NO ticket sales at the door. Call Gloria at or Donna Would you like to help? Prep is Tuesday the 15th 9 noon, and serve clean up is Wed. 11:15 1:30ish. harnishd@comcast.net or call Donna at "May the blessings of each day, be the blessings you need most". ST. PIUS X PARISH MARCH 6, 2016 Faith Formation Office: Contact Andrew at or stpiusxconf@comcast.net FAITH FORMATION Class Schedules Sunday, March 6Children s Liturgy of the Word 9:30am Kindergarten Sunday, March 6 after 9:30am Mass Monday, March 7 4th grade 3:30 PM 5:15 PM Monday, March 7 6th & 8th grade 6:30 PM 8:15 PM Tuesday, March 8 2nd grade 3:30 PM 5:00 PM Kindergarten Sunday, March 20 after 9:30am Mass Friday, March 18 2nd Grade 1st Penance rehearsal at 3:30pm Saturday, March 19 2nd Grade 1st Penance 10:00am Confirmation Sunday, March 6 1st Year Confirmation 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Father Murray Room 1st Year Retreat Saturday, March 12th 8:00am to 8:00pm at Holy Family Parish Center Sunday, March 20 2nd Year Confirmation 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Father Murray Room COMMUNITY & SERVICE MINISTRY The Community & Service Ministry will be meeting on Wednesday, March 9th at 6:30pm. Please join us as we make decisions for Mother s Day and Father s Day flowers and allocating the proceeds from last years Christmas Bazaar. Please join us! Everyone is Welcome :) ~EASTER FLOWERS~ Donations made in memory of loved ones will be accepted and used to purchase the flowers for decorating the Church for Easter services. Please be sure that your donation is in an envelope and that you print the names clearly of those you would like remembered on the outside of it. Names submitted by March 20th will be included in the Easter Sunday bulletin. RICE High School is proud to announce the following parishioners achieved Honor Rollstatus for the second quarter: First Honors: Mikayla Butkus, SecondHonors: Cameron Cousino, Rebecca Ludden, Ludovica Palmieri, Honorable Mention: Molly Altadonna, Jackson Guernsey, and Elliott Nelson. COFFEE HOUR Please join us after the 9:30am Mass for Coffee Hour hosted by the Diminick & Rose families. Enjoy fellowship, coffee, donuts & juice :) February 28, 2016 $ 4, Fuel Offering $ Buildings & Grounds $ Thank you for your stewardship and generosity! 2016 or 2017 MASS SCHEDULE BOOK Please schedule your mass time by stopping in, or by calling Margaret in the Parish Office ANY DAY BUT MONDAY. Thanks! OFFERTORY ENVELOPES & ONLINE If you would like to receive donation envelopes please call the parish office at or saintpiusx@comcast.net. If you are interested in giving online please go to our website

Seeing the Invisible People One thing I do know is that though I was blind, now I see. H. G. Wells made The Invisible Man a fictional character, but there are real life counterparts.

Struck by her service, I walked over and offered her a tip while saying, Thanks for your work. Her stunned, grateful look made it clear that she was accustomed to operating as an invisible woman.

Jesus has the eyes to see people that others do not notice, like the widow putting pennies in the poor box or Zacchaeus perched in a tree.

4 Seeing the Invisible People One thing I do know is that though I was blind, now I see. H. G. Wells made The Invisible Man a fictional character, but there are real life counterparts. While staying at a hotel, I noticed the earnest efforts of the woman charged with keeping the free breakfast buffet stocked. Struck by her service, I walked over and offered her a tip while saying, Thanks for your work. Her stunned, grateful look made it clear that she was accustomed to operating as an invisible woman. Most are not born blind like the man in the gospel, but we soon develop selective sight. Perhaps we overlook an underachieving child or take a quiet worker for granted or look past a homeless veteran. Jesus has the eyes to see people that others do not notice, like the widow putting pennies in the poor box or Zacchaeus perched in a tree. In the film, Avatar, the most personal affirmation is declaring to another, I see you! Jesus cures the blindness that looks past others and opens our eyes to see the dignity and worth of every person. OUR CATHOLIC FAITH: Why Do We Make the Sign of the Cross? When we enter a church, we dip our finger into holy water and make the sign of the cross. The holy water is a symbol of our baptism, and in the sign of the cross, we profess the deepest mysteries of the Christian Faith: the Trinity-- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit--and the saving work of Jesus on the Cross. The combination of the words and the action are a creed--a statement of belief. Because we make the sign of the cross so often, we may be tempted to rush through it, to say the words without listening to them, or to ignore the symbolism of tracing the shape of the cross on our bodies. A creed is not simply a statement of belief--it is a vow to defend that belief. And He said to all, If any man would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. Luke 9:23 LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA DISPLAY New CDs and books are here to accompany you on your Lenten journey and throughout this Year of Mercy. Be inspired and grow in your faith, and then pass the CDs and books on to others a great way to participate in the New Evangelization and share your faith. We appreciate your donations which help us to continue offering new titles! A little bit of mercy makes the world less cold and more just. Pope Francis CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES Second Collection This Weekend Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me (Mt 25:40). Today, we are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The Catholic Relief Services Collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, those who suffer from unjust laws, and those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. Through supporting today s collection, you help Jesus in disguise. Please be generous. FOLLOWING JESUS TO EASTER, according to Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John A Lenten series offered by Fr. Richard Berube, SSE Lent offers us a special time to reflect on Jesus words to his disciples, Take up your cross and follow me. In this series, we ll consider how each of the four gospels has its own distinctive understanding of discipleship, the following of Jesus. There will be five sessions: four talks with discussion and a fifth session in the form of a holy hour and guided meditation. This series will be held on March 9th from 7pm 8pm, in the Hoehl Room on the lower level of Holy Family St. Lawrence Parish Center. The last session will be Adoration and Confessions held from 6:30 to 8:00pm in Holy Family Church on March 16th. St. Michael s College Chapel CasavantMoore Pipe Organ 50 Year Anniversary Dr. William Tortolano, will be hosting a Festive Concert celebrating the 50 th Anniversary of the St. Michael s College Chapel CasavantMoore Pipe Organ. Concert will be on March 14th at 7:30PM in The Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel The concert players will be Dr. William Tortolano, Chapel Organist Emeritus and Brass Ensemble, Timpani, Strings and The College Chorale and Gregorian Chant Schola. NO RSVP Required and the Concert is free and open to the public. CORNED BEEF DINNER: The St Thomas Knights of Columbus #7810 will hold their Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Saturday, March 12, from 5:30 7:00 PM in the parish hall. The cost is $12.00 /adults and $6.00/children age 510 with a maximum of $33.00/family. Children under age 5 are free. Take out meals will be available. Come and bring the whole family for this tasty Irish dinner to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! If there are any questions, please call the church office at Our Lady's Apostolate of Fatima Please join and celebrate the feast of St. Joseph with the Rosary Devotion and Mass for all parishioners. March 19th at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, Richmond. Start at 3:00PM Divine Mercy Chaplet/3:15 3:45 Rosary and Confession/4PM Mass/ followed by the pot luck supper at the parish hall. For more information please call Rick Gravelin: CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS MARCH MEETING Stations of the Cross this Wednesday March 9th at 6:00pm in Holy Family Church before our meeting. We welcome attendance by all parishioners.

At Holy Family During the Week Daily Rosary 8:00am ~ Daily Mass 8:30am and on the 1st Friday & 1st Saturday of the month Cenacle of Life Wednesday ~ Divine Mercy Chaplet Thursday ADORATION ~ Tuesday

LAWRENCE Saturday, March 5th: 8:30 am Victor DeCurtis by Gail, Nicole, Alex, Alexander & Hunter Callahan 4:00 pm Bev & Paul Contois, by Family Sunday, March 6 th : 8:00 am Richard Baker, by Nancy

Pius X Parishioners Monday, March 7th: 8:30 am Alphonsine Vachon, by Marcy and Stan Tuesday, March 8th: 8:30 am Intentions for Chris Halpin, by the many families of their loving children Wednesday,

their loving children Friday, March 11th: 8:30 am Mr & Mrs Henry Boutin and all deceased members of their families, by Thomas & Theresa Blanchette Saturday, March 12th: 4:00 pm Florence & Louis

5 At Holy Family During the Week Daily Rosary 8:00am ~ Daily Mass 8:30am and on the 1st Friday & 1st Saturday of the month Cenacle of Life Wednesday ~ Divine Mercy Chaplet Thursday ADORATION ~ Tuesday s 6:008:00pm Friday s during LENT ~ 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross (please see the calendar for location) HOLY FAMILY / ST. LAWRENCE Saturday, March 5th: 8:30 am Victor DeCurtis by Gail, Nicole, Alex, Alexander & Hunter Callahan 4:00 pm Bev & Paul Contois, by Family Sunday, March 6 th : 8:00 am Richard Baker, by Nancy 11:00 am David Blanchette, by Thomas & Theresa Blanchette 7:30pm Holy Family/St. Lawrence & St. Pius X Parishioners Monday, March 7th: 8:30 am Alphonsine Vachon, by Marcy and Stan Tuesday, March 8th: 8:30 am Intentions for Chris Halpin, by the many families of their loving children Wednesday, March 9th: 8:30 am Special Intention to Sacred Heart of Jesus & Immaculate Heart of Mary, by Helen Foster Thursday, March 10th: 8:30 am Intentions for Gina Halpin Barrett, by the many families of their loving children Friday, March 11th: 8:30 am Mr & Mrs Henry Boutin and all deceased members of their families, by Thomas & Theresa Blanchette Saturday, March 12th: 4:00 pm Florence & Louis Gutchell, by Family For Prayers answered Sunday, March 13 th : 8:00 am Betty Blaine, by Patricia & Rocky Murdough 11:00 am Halina Peliel, by Erwin & Patricia O Grady 7:30pm Holy Family/St. Lawrence & St. Pius X Parishioners ST PIUS X SATURDAY MARCH 5 4:30 pm Howard Carpenter by John & Amy Rose John Joyce by Ann Gould SUNDAY MARCH 6 9:30 am Roy & Gilda Laird by their family St. Pius X Parishioners SATURDAY MARCH 12 4:30 pm Frank Ryder by David & Jeanne Atkinson St. Pius X Parishioners SUNDAY MARCH 13 9:30 am Deceased members of the LaBonte & Cahill families by the Judge family I hope that you are having a good Lenten journey and taking time out each day to renew your relationship with the Lord. In the bulletin this week and in the Lenten calendar, you will find times for various Lenten activities, including the Triduum. Please plan to attend these beautiful religious services Adults receiving sacraments at the Easter Vigil will be at this Sunday s 9:30 am Mass at St. Pius X for the Second Scrutiny. John McMahon is continuing with the R.C.I.A. process for young people who will be receiving sacraments at the 10:30 am Easter Mass to be celebrated at St. Pius X. Please continue to pray for all who will be receiving sacraments during the Easter season. Pope Francis continues to remind us that now is the time to be reconciled in Christ to a boundless forgiving God. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered every Saturday at St. Lawrence from 3:15 to 3:45 pm and at St. Pius X from 3:30 to 4:00 pm. If you would like an appointment for confession with me, simply call the Parish Office at Holy Family Rectory. On Wednesday, March 16 th The Light is On from 6:30 pm to 8:00 at Holy Family Church and Fr.Berube will be available for Confession and at the same time, I will be available at St. Pius Church. Do not let this Lent pass by without receiving the sacrament of mercy. God Bless Your prayers are requested for the safety of our service men and women and support personnel working as peacekeepers and for those who are ill especially ~ Shaun McGuire, Robert Vaccaro, Taylor Blais, Catherine Wiest, Donna Girard, Linda Zeno, Mack Riley, Nina Balch, Guy Domingue, Marc Kamhi, Patricia Reilly, Joseph Deso, John, Alex, Tony, Bridget Vitale, Haley Reen, Erna Schmitz, Riley Lavigne, Ray Lamore, Fernando Luis Riganti, Julia Sessa, Sherry Harvey, Andre Domingue, Barbara Slattery, Clara Szell, Janet Bonneau, Eileen Fleiter, Quenten Fabano, Michael Rowley, Allison, Nora Thomason, Jordan Hutchins, Mary Blais, Joan Penrod, Shirley Aiken, Jeff Boomhower, Steve Stoddard, Lindsay Diminick, Katie, Sophie Fellows, Kate Noon, Winfield Gould, Lenore Badolato, Brantley Brooks, Ciera Charbonneau, Ellie Begin, Al Putlitz, Ruth Cousino, John W. Beatty Sr, Kathleen Deeley, Roger Crocker, Paul Bruso, Colleen Collins, Janice Solowiej and Amy Harmon. Adoration means entering the depths of our hearts in communion with the Lord, who makes Himself bodily present in the Eucharist. In the monstrance, He always entrusts Himself to us and asks us to be united with His Presence, with His risen Body." ~ Pope Benedict XVI

SACRAMENTS Baptism: Parents should call the Parish Office

Saturday: Sunday: Daily mass Weekend Liturgies SL 4:00pm SP 4:30pm SL 8:00am SP 9:30am HF 11:00am & 7:30pm at Holy Family at 8:30am SACRAMENTS Baptism: Parents should call the Parish Office Marriage: Must