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1 The Catholic Faith Communities of 265 Stafford Road Tiverton, RI Parish Staff Rev. Przemyslaw Shemek Lepak Pastor Deacon Timothy Flanigan Deacon Assistant Mrs. Cindy Wesling Parish Administrative Assistant Mrs. Rebecca McComb Parish Secretary ~ Wedding Coordinator rebecca@sstandctiverton.org Mrs. Rose Marie Paul Receptionist rosemarie@sstandctiverton.org Mrs. Lynne Swass Director of Faith Formation Grades 1-6 Facilitator lynne@sstandctiverton.org Mrs. Kelsey Hetu Coordinator of Confirmation Youth Ministries kelsey@sstandctiverton.org Mr. Ronald Destremps Maintenance Mrs. Betty Henderson Organist Mr. & Mrs. Steve Beaupré Youth Choir Directors slbeaupre1@verizon.net Karen Cooper & Gregory Smaldone Trustees, Saint Theresa Parish Charles Miksis & Wayne Moran Trustees, Saint Christopher Parish & Saint Christopher Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm Office for Parishes: 265 Stafford Rd. Phone: Fax: Mrs. Rebecca McComb Parish Secretary rebecca@sstandctiverton.org Mrs. Rose Marie Paul Receptionist rosemarie@sstandctiverton.org 1554 Main Road Tiverton, RI The Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time ~ March 3, 2019 ~ Mass Schedules and Sacraments ~ Weekend Masses ~ Saturday Evening 4:00pm at Saint Theresa Sunday Morning at Saint Theresa 9:30am at Saint Christopher 11:00am at Saint Theresa ~ Weekday Mornings ~ Monday through Wednesday at Saint Theresa Thursday at St. Christopher Morning Prayer at 7:45am Holy Day Masses As Announced Holy Hour As Announced Novena to Our Lady of Fatima Tuesdays, 6:00pm at Saint Theresa Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday afternoons 3:00pm at Saint Theresa or by Appointment. Please call the rectory Sacrament of Baptism By Appointment Please contact Rectory * Holy Hour/Adoration During Lent * St. Theresa Church 6:00pm-7:00pm March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th and April 4th

2 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK MARCH 2-3, 2019 Saturday, March 2nd 4:00pm + Chester Szargowicz ~ 4th Anniversary (by Wife & Family) Sunday, March 3rd + For the Parishes 9:30am + Benny Beaudoin ~ 1st Anniversary (by Beaudoin Family) 11:00am + Muriel St. Denis (by Family) Monday, March 4th + Yvonne E. Felber (by Maura & Jaime DeGala) Tuesday, March 5th + Andrew & Frances Gronkiewicz (by Granddaughter) Ash Wednesday Wednesday, March 6th For the Intention of: Dr. Kenneth Zack 7:00pm + For the Parishes Thursday, March 7th + Stephanie & Martin Szargowicz (by Eleonora & Bill Rezek) Saturday, March 9th 4:00pm + Marguerite Barrette ~ 1st Anniversary (by Family) Sunday, March 10th + For the Parishes 9:30am + Gerald Hines (by Donald & Margorie Shea) 11:00am + Charlie St. Denis (by The Henderson Family) THE LIFE OF PRAYER MORNING PRAYER: 7:45am Monday thru Wednesday at St. Theresa Church and Thursdays at St. Christopher Church. MORNING ROSARY: Prayed each weekday morning immediately following Mass. Offered for respect of life and conversion of our own nation. OUR LADY OF GRACE MARIAN MOVEMENT OF PRIESTS: 2:00pm every Tuesday, Rosary and Prayer at St. Christopher Church. DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET: 3:00pm on Tuesdays at St. Christopher Church. OUR LADY OF FATIMA NOVENA: 6:00pm Tuesday evenings - St. Theresa Church. SPIRITUAL DIRECTION: Come explore and unpack what is going on with You and God, and God and You. If you are interested in spiritual direction, contact Jamie Medeiros at (508) or medeirosjamie@gmail.com (For more information on what spiritual direction is, please see our parish website). Rev. Jack Watterson Gwynne Williams Amanda Robidoux Steven Laquerre Paul Camara Daniel Costa Sr. Lisa Jacome Kathleen Frazer Stuart Frazer Irene Brodeur Rev. Gerald Hussey William Ray Nate EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading: Sirach 27:4-7 This reading explains that quality and truth in conversation is a test for humankind. Only after listening to a person's reasoning can we know the mind of another. Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58 Paul speaks of the mystery of transformation that is victory over death when our mortality puts on immortality. We are encouraged by Paul to be steadfast and immovable, filling our lives with the work of the Lord. Gospel: Luke 6:39-45 Today, Jesus teaches through the use of parables, first encouraging us to be like the teacher, understand that the blind cannot lead the blind. Jesus also reminds us that only the heart's good treasure produces good. In order to remain steadfast, we must heed what Jesus tells us. If we hear God's word, our foundation will be strong, unshaken, steadfast, built upon rock. Rev. Clifford Cabral Claire Proulx Hunter & Lynn John Massoud Barbara Guay Douglas Vrona Joan Souza Gerry Masey Mary Ann Jason Jesse & Agnes Martins Jose Pimentel Franklin Raposa Please remember all those listed here and whose names are in the prayer box in St. Christopher sanctuary, all the sick of our parishes, and those at home and in the hospitals. ***Call the number below if you know anyone in need of prayers and you would like to remember them in the bulletin. Their name will remain for one month of prayers. Please contact the Parish Office, Mondays 9am- noon ( ) Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday Sir 27:4-7; 1 Cor 15:54-58; Lk 6:39-45 Monday Sir 17:20-24; Mk 10:17-27 Tuesday Sir 35:1-12; Mk 10:28-31 Wednesday Jl 2:12-18; 2 Cor 5:20 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, Thursday Dt 30:15-20; Lk 9:22-25 Friday Is 58:1-9a; Mt 9:14-15 Saturday Is 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32 PARISH WEBSITE: SUNDA

3 THE EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PARISH NEWS PARISH NEWS FISH FRY FRIDAYS UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE LENTEN SEASON Ash Wednesday: March 6 th, :00 am Mass at St. Christopher Church 9:30 am Mass at Brookdale/Sakonnet 12:00 noon Distribution of Ashes at St. Theresa Church 7:00 pm Mass at St. Theresa Church Holy Hour with Reconciliation every Thursday 6-7pm at St. Theresa Church except April 11 th. Stations of the Cross every Friday at 7 pm* at St. Christopher Church except April 19th. *(Good Friday) stations will be at 3:00pm Fish Fry on Fridays from 3pm - 6pm in St. Christopher Hall. Palm Sunday: Sat./Sun. April 13 th & 14 th (Sat.) 4:00 pm Mass at St. Theresa Church (Sun.) 8:00 am Mass at St. Theresa Church (Sun.) 9:30 am Mass at St. Christopher Church (Sun.) 11:00 am Mass at St. Theresa Church Holy Thursday: April 18 th Mass at 7:00 pm at St. Theresa Church Good Friday: April 19 th Service at 7:00 pm at St. Christopher Church Easter Vigil: Saturday, April 20 th Mass at 7:30 pm at St. Theresa Church Easter Morning: Sunday, April 21 st, :00 am Mass at St. Theresa Church 9:30 am Mass at St. Christopher Church 11:00 am Mass at St. Theresa Church WE RE STILL SEARCHING WE NEED YOU! FEAST CHAIRPERSON VOLUNTEER SEARCH We are still on the look out for anyone interested in becoming our St. Theresa Feast Chairperson. If interested please call the parish office at (401) or see Father Shemek after Mass. Come join us on Fridays during Lent for a scrumptious Fish Fry. We have so much more than just fish. Scallops, clams, clam cakes and chowder too. Come for the food and stay for the company of family and friends. March 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th, April 5th and 12th 3:00pm-6:00pm St. Christopher Hall. The Stations of the Cross is a powerful way to contemplate and enter the mystery of Jesus' gift of himself to us. Experience the love of Jesus and the deep gratitude that leads to real generosity and a desire to love as you have been loved. From the earliest of days, the followers of Jesus told the story of his passion, death and resurrection. As time passed, the Holy sites where Jesus walked in Jerusalem became important holy connections with Jesus. When it became no longer easy or even possible to visit the holy sites, the Stations of the Cross developed as replicas" of the way of the cross. Come and experience this amazing gift to us as we walk the stations together and hear the meaning of each station. Friday, March 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, April 5th & 19th 7:00pm St. Christopher Church. CHOIR REHEARSAL Adult Choir: Wednesday, March 13 th, 20 th, & 27 th at 6:30pm ~ St. Theresa Church Youth Choir: ~ St. Theresa Hall. If interested please contact Steve & Linda Beaupre: slbeaupre1@verizon.net ATTENTION WOMEN S GUILD MEMBERS AND NON MEMBERS TOO... We will be gathering together for our monthly meeting this Monday, March 4th in St. Christopher Hall at 6:30pm. After the discussion for future plans is complete, we ll celebrate St. Patrick. Ladies who would like to attend are welcome to join us and learn more. CHILDREN S LITURGY LEADERS We are seeking parishioners who would like to be a leader of our Children s Liturgy that takes place at the 11am Mass on Sunday at St. Theresa Church. This is a great opportunity to help the younger members of our parish family to learn their faith. Training and resources will be provided. If interested please contact Lynne Swass at: lynne@sstandctiverton.org. SUNDAYPARISH WEBSITE:

4 MARCH 2-3, 2019 PARISH FINANCES ST. THERESA ANNUAL COLLECTION WEEK 14: $ 0.00 TOTAL: $30, CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS Yearly contribution statements are available. A copy will be mailed to you upon request. To request a copy of your statement please, call the parish office at (401) Please plan ahead; all statement reports are generated at one-week intervals. Current Collection Report February St. Theresa: February 23 February 24 Budget Envelopes: 234 $ 4, EFT: 7 $ Total: $ 5, Weekly Budgeted Expectations: $ 5, St. Christopher: February 23 February 24 Budget Envelopes: 76 $ 1, Loose collection: $ Total: $ 1, Weekly Budgeted Expectations: $ 3, SANCTUARY LAMP MEMORIAL The Sanctuary Lamp is located by the side of the Tabernacle and is always kept lit to indicate and honor the presence of Christ. If you wish to have the Sanctuary candle burning in memory of a deceased loved one or a special intention, please call the Parish Office. The Sanctuary Lamp contains a special wax candle that burns for seven straight days before it is changed. The cost of the candle is $5.00. The candle will burn for one week and an announcement for the intention or memorial will be published in the parish bulletin. ELECTRONIC GIVING What do I have to do to set this up? Many of you already pay your bills electronically this is no different. Contact your banking institution to set this up. The bank will send your parish a check for the amount you have indicated on the day you have selected. Some people do this weekly, others monthly. But I won t have anything to put in the collection basket. There is a box to check off on each envelope that reads I gave electronically. You can use this to place in the collection if you choose. What benefit is there to electronic giving? Giving electronically on a set schedule not only makes it easier for you, it also assists the parishes when planning budgets. The budget packet will also be a budget aid to you, letting you know in advance when there is a special second collection for the parish or a Diocesan or National collection. Sanctuary Candle The Sanctuary Light in Saint Theresa Church burns to the Honor and Glory of God this week for Charlotte J. Sousa Thank You for your continued support of your parish. A bequest is a wonderful way to express gratitude for a lifetime of blessings! The gift you give establishes a lasting legacy of love for others by helping the Church to continue its Catholic heritage through its many ministries. A LETTER OF THANKS Dear members and friends, Thank you so much for all the food you collect and donate to our pantry. You always know what we need. We certainly appreciate your generosity and support! Sincerely, The Tiverton Food Pantry CLEMENTS MARKET RECEIPTS Did you know your Clements Market store receipts help earn valuable income for your parish? Since 2006, at St. Christopher, over $5000 has been raised - thanks to you!! AND, did you also know, if you are 55+, and shop at Clements each & every Wednesday - you will save 5%? With holiday food shopping upon us - save time, shop local, and drop off your Clements receipts today! At St. Christopher, please drop off your receipts in the wall mounted wooden boxes (formerly used for Holy Ghost Mission donations). At St. Theresa, drop off your receipts in the basket located in the back of the church or in the collection basket during Mass. Sanctuary Candle The Sanctuary Light in Saint Christopher Church burns to the Honor and Glory of God this week for the intention of: Dr. Kenneth Zack DECEMBER Parish Website: WINNERS

5 WELCOME TO ST. THERESA AND ST. CHRISTOPHER PARISHES FAITH FORMATION CLASS SCHEDULE Sunday, March 10, 2019 Conf. I & II: 6:00pm - 8:00pm ~St. Theresa Hall/Classrooms Sunday, March 17, 2019 Conf. I & II: 6:00pm - 8:00pm ~St. Theresa Hall/Classrooms Sunday, March 31, 2019 Additional Scheduled Dates Thursday, March 28, Reconciliation Grades 2-3: 6:00pm St. Theresa Church Saturday, March 30, Confirmation Retreat Conf. I & II: 11:00am - 5:00pm St. Theresa Hall Thursday, April 4, Reconciliation Grades 4-6: 6:00pm St. Theresa Church Good Friday Camp: Friday April 19, :00 am 12:00 pm at St. Theresa ~ ~ ~ SACRAMENTAL DATES ~ ~ ~ Sacrament of Confirmation: Sat., April 27, pm Sacrament of First Eucharist: Sun., April 28, am Both celebrations will take place at St. Theresa Church. COMMUNITY NEWS ST. JOHN VIANNEY CHURCH, CUMBERLAND, RI. SPIRITUAL RETREAT FOR GRIEVING PARENTS. Please consider becoming a volunteer. Serving our faith community in ministries such as Lector, Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EM), Altar Server, Music Ministry, Children s Liturgy and more, are very special services to the Lord. Whatever your talents and experiences may be, however much or how little time you can spare, we welcome your participation. To learn more please call the Parish Office at LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE Please note that substitutions may have been made that the office was not aware of. *The name listed in ( ) for Eucharist at St. Theresa is assigned to serve when Deacon Tim is not present. Saturday, March 2, :00pm Lector: Don Comeau Eucharistic Ministers: Chris Joncas, Doris Robidoux, (Julie Joncas) Altar Servers: Brennen Vane Sunday, March 3, 2019 Lector: Christine Costa Eucharistic Ministers: Jackie Ott, Robert Busenbark, (Deborah Mottas) Altar Server: Adam Figueiredo, Gianna Wesling 9:30am Lector: Neil D Attelo Eucharistic Ministers: Barry Simpson, William Cabral Altar Servers: Nicholas D Attelo, Leah Katz 11:00am Lector: Robin Jones Eucharistic Ministers: Cheryl & Craig Rachupka, (Donna Amaral) Altar Servers: Jayden Gortz, Elija Lucas St. John Vianney Church, 3609 Diamond Hill Road in Cumberland, RI. Is offering a One-Day Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents on Saturday, April 27, 2019, from 9:30am-7:30pm. The retreat is open to any parent whose child of any age has died by any cause, no matter how long ago. All are welcome, regardless or situation or religion. This retreat is offered in cooperation with the Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents, a unique, ongoing Catholic program serving the spiritual needs of grieving parents. To register, visit or contact Denise Carlucci, Mother of Nicholas, at (401) or dlgcar7@gmail.com. Pre-registration by April 20 is required. The Rejoice In Hope Youth Center in Cranston is sponsoring a Search Retreat weekend on March 8-10 th. Any high school youth (grade 9 +) is welcome to attend. Please contact the Rejoice in Hope Youth Center at or go to for any additional information. Saturday, March 9, :00pm Lector: Michelle Reynolds Eucharistic Ministers: Mary Tierney, Don Desilets, (Richard Tierney) Altar Servers: Jillian & Douglas Swass Sunday, March 10, 2019 Lector: Sister Michaelinda Eucharistic Ministers: Jean Cameron, Alice Wilkie, (Lynda Figueiredo) Altar Server: Adam Figueiredo, Gianna Wesling 9:30am Lector: Paul White Eucharistic Ministers: Jerry Silva, Barbara Hanaway Altar Servers: Renee Barrett, Angeline Costello 11:00am Lector: Don Elbert Eucharistic Ministers: Nancy Souza, Gemma Rajkumar, (Robert Souza) Altar Servers: Kristina DeCotis, Micah Thomas Ash Wednesday Mass ~ St. Christopher Church Lector: Charlie Galindo Eucharistic Ministers: Annette Galindo Ash Wednesday Mass ~ St. Theresa Church 7:00pm Lector: Leonard Schmidt Eucharistic Ministers: Dottie Eckersley Parish Website: