Jesus Christ PARISH MISSION STATEMENT. 4 Dracut Road, Hudson, NH Tel (603) Fax (603)

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1 PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Through compassion, with hope, and in truth, we give Jesus our hearts, on fire with love for the Eucharist. We pray to be a community that is reconciling and forgiving; faithful to the Church s teachings; full of faith, hope, and love; is just and seeks justice; is alive to the needs of others; and is living out its call to proclaim the Good News, so that all peoples may come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, Yesterday Today and Forever. 4 Dracut Road, Hudson, NH Tel (603) Fax (603)

2 FROM THE PASTOR S DESK Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, These last couple of weeks have been difficult for us yet again as the Church. The news that is widespread over the former Cardinal McCarrick and inappropriate behavior at Saint John s Seminary have been difficult enough to hear, but the added Attorney General s report from Pennsylvania is devastating. I m sure you ve had the same thoughts as me just as we seem to be getting strong after the clergy abuse scandal revealed in 2002, these new reports can almost shatter all the good that has been done in these 16 years. While sometimes it seems that the preventative measures that the Church in the United States has put in place have been effective, another scandal reveals that either not all of the measures are being followed or additional measures need to be enacted. It s kind of interesting that, although I didn t live at the seminary where I studied, many of my friends did. Because I was a Capuchin at the time, I lived in community while those studying for any number of dioceses lived in the seminary building. Perhaps the times were different, but to the best of my knowledge, nothing inappropriate was going on in the friary. In speaking with some of my classmates who were ordained for dioceses, both in 2002 and now, they too were unaware of any impropriety. Maybe it s just the guys that I used to hang around with, but all of us have the same reaction surprise, incredulity, sadness. I would venture a guess that perhaps some men were not living as they were called to live, but none of my friends were even aware of it. This feels like yet another blow to the Church and to the priesthood. Yes, ours is a lofty vocation, and yes, we should be held to a higher standard. If we are going to preach as the moral compass for the faithful, I believe that we had better be living it! If we re going to be authentic in our proclamation of the Gospel, not just spouting words in a homily, but actually being examples of what we preach, then that standard of the Gospel life has to be lived out first by us so that the faithful can follow. The word that keeps coming to mind for me is integrity. If the Word of God we preach and the sacraments we share are to have any meaning, it has to be deeply integrated into the life of the priest first so that it can be shared with the faithful. Do I always live that Gospel perfectly? Of course not. There are days that the priestly life is a challenge; there are days when the Gospel message is difficult to live out. Every priest faces this challenge and please God, most of us struggle through our own sins and temptations so that we can be good priests. Some days it s easier than others. Admittedly, the words of the concluding prayer of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy have been striking me right to the heart of late: that we may not become despondent. Despair is not of God, and yet there are times that my own view of things can enter into that realm. That s why the words that follow in that prayer, but with great confidence, we submit ourselves to your holy will, which is love and mercy itself become so important. It s easy to be beaten down, and thankfully, so many of our parishioners have offered words of encouragement and support to me and to all priests. That simple gesture has given me strength and courage moving forward. It doesn t make the strange looks that cynical Catholics or people outside the Church will give when we re out in public any easier, but there is a sense that the folks back at home are still praying for their priests. How I wish I didn t have to write this letter this week at least not with this topic but it s important for you to know that your words and prayers have a great effect on me. I am more grateful than ever before for them because these latest scandals have rocked my world too. But with God s grace, I know we can continue to grow strong and I know that the faith will continue to grow in the hearts of us all. I am sorry that such revelations have challenged the faith of so many. I m sorry for those priests who have betrayed the trust of so many. I m sorry that formation and priestly fraternity did not direct us to the higher goal of heaven. I m sorry that you, the faithful, and we, the priests, have to carry this cross yet again. But together, as we pray for the victims and for one another, let us move toward new life and resurrection within our Church. Until next week...god bless! Father Joe 2

3 AUGUST 26, 2018 Saturday, August 25 Vigil (Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time) 4:00PM +Norah Mills (Anniversary Mass), by the Mills Family Sunday, August 26 (Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time) 8:30AM +Omer Ouellet, by Celine Oullet 10:30AM For the People of the Parish 6:30PM +Jack Isenburg, by Deacon Ray Monday, August 27 (Saint Monica) 8:30AM +Bernice Houde, by Dave Houde Tuesday, August 28 (Saint Augustine) 7:00PM +Maria and her son, Bill, by Jackie Wednesday, August 29 (The Passion of Saint John the Baptist) 8:30AM Intentions of Jane Thomas, by Deacon Ray Thursday, August 30 (Weekday) 7:00PM +Henry Dussault, by his wife, Jean Dussault Friday, August 31 (Weekday) 8:30AM +Clement and Rita Brissette, by Claudette and Paul Roy Saturday, September 1 (Weekday) 8:30AM +Paul Bohnert (25 th Anniversary), by mom and dad Vigil (The Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time) 4:00PM +Pauline Lemoine, by her husband, Bernie Sunday, September 2 (The Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time) 8:30AM +Ceili Ann Kinneen, by Jim Carey 10:30AM For the People of the Parish 6:30PM +John J. Carmody, by Paul and Mary Dumont Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. Tuesday, August 28 th Crafters/Craft Room (1:00-8:30P) New Lectors Training/Church (7:45P) Wednesday, August 29 th Adoration/Chapel (5:30-8:15A and 1:00-7:00P) Simple Reposition of the Blessed Sacrament/ Chapel (7:00P) Thursday, August 30 th New Eucharist Minister Training/Church (7:45P) FALL WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS Bishop Libasci invites all couples celebrating an anniversary of 5, 25, or 50 years, to attend the Fall Wedding Anniversary Mass. Couples are encouraged to invite select family members to share in the joyous occasion. This celebration will be held on Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 2:00 p.m., at Saint Joseph Cathedral, Manchester. To register, please contact the parish office by September 18, Registrants will receive an invitation to this special celebration. Couples celebrating other significant anniversaries will be asked to register next year for a spring celebration. REFLECTING GOD S GENEROSITY TO US Offertory: $ 7, Online Giving: $ 3, Total: $ 10, Assumption: $ 1, Manchester Mission: $ 1, Thank you for your continued generosity to our parish. Our weekly budget for the parish is $11,900 ($1, short). We are doing our best to be good stewards of your gifts to the church. Thank you for your help in keeping our budget in check. Gratitude is the name of our work here, so we are grateful for your help. Now we trust in God for the rest! 3

4 THE TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SONJA CORBITT LOVE THE WORD RETREAT By now you all know about our special event coming up in September! Those of you who have seen her on EWTN or attended the Hope Conference last year know what an amazing speaker Sonja is and how fruitful and transformative her talks can be. Visit our parish website and click on the link to learn more about her and watch a few of her YouTube videos. Her book Ignite is available at Saint Kathryn Religious Goods. If you haven't picked up your tickets yet, you can visit the parish office or purchase online through our website. If you don't plan to attend the Saturday Retreat, be sure to join us on Friday for a very special evening for our parish with a light reception and meet-and-greet immediately following. CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU! Congratulations and thank you to Kristen Parziale and Hudson Public Television for the wonderful promo for our parish religious goods store. Kristen wrote the script, engaged Hudson Public TV, and did the interviews for the commercial and in our opinion, did a wonderful job! Thank you, Kristen! RELIGIOUS GOODS STORE We still have several sets of Jubilee commemorative candles available in the store. They are a set of three candles and are $15.00 for the entire set. These are a limited supply, so if you would like one or think someone would appreciate a set as a gift please stop in soon. Other gift possibilities from the many items in stock are candles from The Vine candlemakers. These have been a consistent great seller for us and there are many scents available. We have a selection of Irish pocket rosaries that have also been very well received. Comments are still coming in about the Jubilee rosaries and how gorgeous they are. The study guides for the fall session of Formed are arriving soon so please remember those as a help for the upcoming class. As always the stock is constantly changing and new so please stop in. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION The fees are $50.00/$ per family. The opportunity for choosing Group 1 or 2 is no longer available since our classes have been filling up. Registration Forms and Schedules are still available in the back of the church, in the office, and on our parish website. PARISH PICNIC Save the date of Sunday, September 9, 2018 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. for our annual Parish Picnic sponsored by Saint Kathryn s and the Knights of Columbus Council We will once again have a tremendous cookout and the return of our much-loved dunk tank with our much-loved pastor on the hot seat! This year we will also have a 50/50 raffle, a full schedule of games for children, and several other surprises. The cost is $8/ adult or child 8 and up, $2/child 7 and under, or $20 max per family (up to 2 adults and their minor children) and is due no later than Wednesday, September 5. Simply fill out the registration tag below and enclose with payment in an envelope marked Parish Picnic. Envelopes may be placed in the offertory basket during a weekend Mass or dropped off to the parish office (the after-hours drop slot is available until 9:oo p.m. 7 days per week). No tickets necessary, just sign up with the tag below to be added to the guest list! Parish Picnic Registration $8/adult or child 8 years and up, $2/child 7 years and under, $20 max/family (2 adults with their minor children) Total payment enclosed: $ cash/check Please enclose in an envelope and place in offertory basket or drop off at parish office no later than September 5 th. JULY FOOD DRIVE Yet again, Saint Kathryn s parishioners have outdone themselves in generosity to the Food Pantry at Saint John s during the July Food Drive. We are proud to announce that 383 bags and boxes of food were delivered to the Food Pantry from Saint Kathryn s with a value of nearly $9,000 in donations. Thank you for your continued generosity to the Food Pantry and for the work that so many of our parishioners give to the pantry. There are many in Hudson who would be struggling without your care and concern! 4

5 LITURGICAL MINISTRIES We will hold a training session for new lectors and new extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion. Each of these sessions will cover the following information: The Theology of Lay Liturgical Ministry The Evolution of the Ministry of Reading (or Ministry of Holy Communion) The Nuts and Bolts of It All What Do I Do? Questions and Answers and Observations If you ve been interested in pursuing either of these ministries, we will have opportunities for training. The training session for new lectors will take place on Tuesday, August 28 th, from 7:45-8:45 p.m. Training for new extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion will take place on Thursday, August 30 th, from7:45-8:45 p.m. Both sessions will take place in the main church. Also, there will be a training session for altar servers on September 13 th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the church. CHURCH TOURS When our church first opened in August of 2000, tours were given regularly as a part of our introduction to the new church. Now, after eighteen years, our church remains the same, but many people may not know our history, our patrimony, and the many details that are hidden in our church that nevertheless tell our story. Each month (except during Advent and Lent), we will offer a tour on a Sunday afternoon from 2:00-3:30 p.m. and describe where many of the things you see in our church came from, the significance of religious articles you will see in our church, the story of icons, windows, and liturgical appointments. Join Father Joe for our first tour which will take place on Sunday, October 14 th from 2:00-3:30 p.m. Perhaps you ll plan to join us for either this gathering or any one of a number to follow in our Jubilee Year. Space for each tour is limited, so please call the office at to register for the October 14 th tour. A tour geared for younger children will be offered at separate times. NEW OFFICE HOURS After many years, our parish office hours will change! Beginning on September 4 th, the parish office hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until noon and 1:00-4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. We thank you for your understanding in this matter. Please note that the office hours will remain the same through the month of August (8:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00-4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday). AUGUST 26, ADULT FAITH FORMATION We are very excited to announce the topics for adult faith formation for the fall of 2018 and the spring of In the fall, we will take the time to delve into the Gospel of Saint Mark which is the Gospel we are hearing for the remainder of the liturgical year. In fourteen weeks, we will consider the following themes: September 20 Saint Mark the Evangelist September 27 Prepare the Way of the Lord October 11 Come Follow Behind Me October 18 Feasting and Fasting October 25 Binding the Strong Man November 1 The Parable of the Sower November 15 Faith, Not Fear November 29 The Mystery of the Bread December 6 The Way of Discipleship December 13 Jesus and the Temple January 3 Signs of the End January 10 The Servant of the Lord January 17 Jesus Suffering, Death, and Resurrection January 24 Questions and Answers Our spring adult faith formation series will focus on Saint Paul s Letter to the Philippians with topics covering: March 7 Paul and the Philippians March 14 Partnership in the Gospel March 21 Friendship in Christ March 28 The Mind of Christ April4 Imitatio of Christ April 11 All Things in Christ If you participated in last year s series, you know we were going to study Philippians in the fall; however, since it is such a short study, we thought it better to do the shorter series when there is a potential of bad weather than try to make up the longer study in the spring. We will be ordering the study guides for those who wish to participate in the course (not required, but helpful). When we learn the cost of the guides, we will let you know what it is. The guides will not be required for participation, but once the books are ordered, we will not be able to get them at the reduced bulk price after the sessions have begun. Pre-registration is required through the office for both sessions. Please let Charlene or Jennifer know if you want the books as well. Morning and evening sessions will be held for both series.

6 THE TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MASS FOR THE OPENING OF THE JUBILEE YEAR Because of a serious conflict, the Mass for the opening of our Jubilee Year has been changed from October 6, 2018 to the 4:00 p.m. Mass on October 13, EYEGLASSES RECYCLED Do you have unused eyeglasses lying around? Don t know what to do with them? Declutter and donate eyeglasses to the Hudson Lions. A box has been placed in the entrance to Saint Kathryn s. Eyeglasses will be sent to those who otherwise would not have their vision corrected with eyeglasses. Have questions? Contact LionMargaret@comcast.net. RCIA Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith? Perhaps you know someone who is beginning on a spiritual journey toward Catholicism but has never been baptized or is a member of a different Christian denomination. Maybe you are the spouse or child or friend of a Catholic and are simply looking for answers to some of your questions. Sessions will begin after Labor Day, but for more information, please contact Deacon Ray at SIGN UP FOR YOUR FREE JUBILEE PHOTO DIRECTORY AND PORTRAIT! Be part of our 50 th Jubilee Photo Directory! LifeTouch Studios will be here in the parish hall on September and now also on October 3-6 due to our high participation rate for August to take parishioner portraits for this priceless keepsake of our Golden Jubilee. Everyone who sits for a portrait receives a free hardbound parish directory and free 8x10 portrait! Please sign up today for your free photo session by visiting our website or go directly to the online scheduler at ydysjqp0/ Or, if you would like to schedule over the phone, you may call the office at Don t miss your opportunity to be remembered as a part of the Jubilee Directory and show your pride in being a part of Saint Kathryn s family! DAUGHTERS OF EVE Sonja Corbitt s book, Ignite is great summer reading. Available in our religious goods store and subtitled "Read the Bible Like Never Before, this book will help you connect God s Word to your everyday experiences. If you want to know more about the Bible but don't know where to start, Ignite is the book for you! When Sonja gives a retreat at our parish on September 21-22, one of her talks will be on this exact topic. The Daughters of Eve will hold a book discussion open to everyone in the parish on Monday, September 17 th in Room 1 just ahead of what promises to be a Spirit-filled weekend with the author. CATECHISTS AND AIDES NEEDED We are still in need of a few people to help us as we begin the new catechetical year. At this moment, we need aides for grades 3 and 6 for Group 1, and a Catechist for grade 6. We also need aides for grades 1,2,3, and 6 for Group 2 as well as a grade 6 catechist. Finally, we need an aide for grade 8. Are you nervous because you ve never been involved in catechesis? Or maybe you d like to work in collaboration with someone else? Why not invite a friend to join you in the classroom and team teach? Or maybe you would be willing to receive some on the job training as an aide? If you re able to help us out, we ll give you all of the tools that you need. Please contact Sister Janice at or sr.janice@stkathryns.org or Jennifer LeClair at Jennifer.leclair@stkathryns.org. CHOIR REHEARSALS TO RESUME is shaping up to be an exciting season! There will be some repeat pieces that we ve sung before and some new pieces to sink your teeth into (or sing your voice into!). We are looking to welcome new members in all voice ranges soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, bass. Is it possible you don t know what part you sing? Not to worry! That s our job to figure out where you will sound the best. Don t read music? It s not a requirement, and although it s helpful, most of our members learn more by ear than by notes. Rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, September 19 th from 7:45-9:00 p.m. in the church (immediately after Vespers). If you re 14 years of age or older, you re welcome to join in. For more information, please contact Larry, Jerry, or Father Joe. 6

7 THE TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Saint Kathryn Parish 4 Dracut Road, Hudson, New Hampshire Telephone: Fax: Website: Facebook: Saint Kathryn s Church PARISH STAFF Rev. Joseph M. Cooper, Pastor Deacon Raymond V. Marcotte, Permanent Deacon Sister Janice Rooney, SNDdeN, Catechetical Leader Charlene Maniotis, Parish Secretary Jennifer LeClair, Religious Education Secretary Peter Krauss, Bookkeeper Larry Franchitto, Music Director Robert Oliver, Maintenance Rick Wickham, Business Manager Rick Balboni, Religious Goods Store Manager frjoe@stkathryns.org deacon.ray@stkathryns.org sr.janice@stkathryns.org charlene.maniotis@stkathryns.org jennifer.leclair@stkathryns.org peter.krauss@stkathryns.org lfranchitto@panam.com bob.oliver@stkathryns.org rick.wickham@stkathryns.org rick.balboni@stkathryns.org PARISH OFFICE Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00-4:00 p.m. Closed Friday/Weekends PARISH RELIGIOUS GOODS STORE Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Saturday 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. (summer hours) 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. SCHEDULE OF MASSES Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses: 8:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.; 6:30 p.m. Daily Mass: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday: 7:00 p.m. SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Tuesday, Thursday: 6:30-6:50 p.m.; Saturday: 9:15-10:00 a.m. and 3:00-3:45 p.m. Also by appointment. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Catechesis takes place with the parents prior to scheduling a date for the baptism. For more information, please contact Deacon Ray in the parish office. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Engaged couples should contact the parish office at least six months in advance of the proposed date of the wedding. Please refer to the marriage policy as found on the parish website. SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK/COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND Arrangements may be made for Communion to the Homebound or for the Sacrament of the Sick by calling the parish office. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick should be celebrated at the outset of an illness or when there is a change in the person s condition. The Sacrament should also be received prior to surgery. PROTECTION OF CHILDREN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES The diocesan policies are available by calling the parish office or by consulting the diocesan website at OPEN FOR YOU! The main door of the Church is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; the Emmaus Chapel, in the office building, is open 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. Welcome! If you are new to our community, we hope you have felt welcome! If you are a visitor - occasional or frequent - we re glad you joined us! If you re considering parish membership introduce yourself to the pastor after Holy Mass to get the process underway! 7

8 ST. KATHRYN PARISH HUDSON, NEW HAMPSHIRE August 26, 2018 Week 39 8