Saint Cecilia. Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. 10 July 2016 P A R I S H. The Good Samaritan (detail) Vincent van Gogh (1849)

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1 Saint Cecilia P A R I S H Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 10 July 2016 The Good Samaritan (detail) Vincent van Gogh (1849)

2 The Good Samaritan Ministry Like the stranger on the side of the road in the story of the Good Samaritan, many of us have encountered violence. Abuse in childhood, domestic violence, natural disasters, acts of terror, the violence of war and other overwhelming events can leave deep wounds on the Spirit. The Good Samaritan Ministry offers prayerful support to all women and men, families and communities impacted by violence. We gather together to offer hope and encouragement to one another as we seek God s peace, wisdom, and mercy. Saturday Morning Prayer and Conversation A morning of simple prayer, compassionate listening, and light refreshment. St. Peter s Church 75 Flaherty Way, South Boston July 16, August 20 9:00 am Parking Available in Church Parking Lot Our gathering on Saturday morning, July 16th will include a one-month memorial prayer for those killed and injured in the Orlando massacre. We will pray, as well, for all those victimized by hate and violence because of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Sunday Liturgy for Peace, Healing, and Justice A monthly Sunday Mass focused on healing and hope. Chapel of Our Lady of Good Voyage 65 Northern Ave, South Boston Seaport July 10, August 7, September 11 7:00 p.m. Parking Available in Front of Chapel and in Public Parking Lots in the Seaport District SOUTH BOSTON-SEAPORT CATHOLIC COLLABORATIVE goodsamaritan@sbscatholic.org

3 SAINT CECILIA PARISH our community news Ministers of the Liturgy Saturday 5:00 p.m. Rev. Peter Grover, OMV Cynthia Wanner, lector Sunday 8:00 a.m. TBD, celebrant James Paradis, lector Sunday 9:30 a.m. Rev. John Unni, celebrant Spencer Dunne, Kevin Dumas, & Tom Nicolini, lectors Sunday 11:15 a.m. Rev. John Unni, celebrant Erin Young, Cole Young, & Clare McFadden, lectors special intentions Sunday, July 10 9:30 a.m. Edward Marc Couture, 19th Anniversary Sunday, July 10 11:15 a.m. Pauline Pelletier, Memorial Nona Croke, Memorial Mary Hailer, Memorial Ray Tolubiak, Memorial Thursday, July 14 8:00 a.m. Maureen Sullivan, Memorial weekly FOOD DONATIONS First featured donation item is: CEREAL! today s readings Deuteronomy 30:10-14 Colossians 1:15-20 Luke 10:25-37 next sunday s Readings Genesis 18:1-10A Colossians 1:24-28 Luke 10:38-42 Second featured donation item is: CANNED CHICKEN BREAST! Donations of featured items are preferred as these are more popular among Catholic Charities clients. Please leave food donations in the narthex baskets. 3

4 SAINT CECILIA PARISH Prayers & Occasions Our Deceased Please pray for the eternal repose of Jan Baker Healey and for the consolation of her family and friends. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Our Sick Please pray for all our sick and for those who are in need of our prayer, especially Annette Kulas, Anthony Simboli, Anne Frenette Handly, Roséa Aubrey, Owen Kyes, Pilar Estrada, Mildred McLaughlin, Brenna Smith, Michalina Maniscalco, Michael Patrick Kelly, Mark Anderson, Bill Downing, Nimet Yousif, Skyler Stevenson, Silvana Franco, Silvia Basagni, Brian Donnelly, Theresa Wier, Bill Ahern, Lena Bryant, Kenny Borum, Kevin, Joseph Pierre, George Driscoll, Mary Curley, Bill Pennington, Bryan Thomas, Joanne DeMare, Rachel Fitzgerald, Bob Carroll, John Morris, Mark Edward McHugh, Bernice Tilton Bass, Jean Hughes, Laura Bellias, Inez Storr, Angelo Valente, Eugenia Valente, Betty Sellers, Jack Kacewicz, Daniel Grapski, Nancy Wolterman, Callie Boyce, Bill Croke, Mary Chisholm, Brian Burdette, Chuck Christian, John Pelletier, Tim Postma, Mary Jane Duggan, and Maureen Kelly. Welcome to Saint Cecilia! We are pleased to welcome the following new members of our parish who have recently registered: Fiona Calnan of Boston, Ralph Emmanuel of Boston, Ben DeWinter of Brookline, Amy Hawkins of Boston, Regis Price of Wellesley, and Daisy and James Daly of Boston. If you have not previously registered with the parish, there are forms in the narthex for this purpose or you can register online at This Week's Special Collection This week's special collection, The Peter's Pence Collection, enables the Holy Father to respond with emergency financial assistance to requests for aid to needy thoughout the world those who suffer as a result of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Please visit for more information. Memorial of Saint Benedict-July 11 Tomorrow is the Memorial of Saint Benedict of Nursia. Benedict (c ) is the sixth-century father of Western monasticism. We remember in prayer the Benedictine monks, nuns, and sisters who follow the Rule of Saint Benedict. Baptisms At this morning's nine-thirty liturgy we celebrate baptism for Cecilia Ana, daughter of Sylvan and Katie Baca, and Isabella Hope, daughter of Peter and Michele Shin; and at the eleven-fifteen liturgy we celebrate baptism for Leo Wolfgang, son of James and Melanie Racine; and Emylia Ly, daughter of Edison and Thu Wong. The Christian community welcomes you with great joy, Cecilia, Isabella, Leo and Emylia! So Long, Creaner Family! The Creaner family is leaving Boston and moving to London. We are sad to say farewell to Geraldine, Gerry, Sinèad, and Colm who have been such a part of parish life here. They might be leaving the parish but they will remain in our hearts. Best wishes and prayers to the Creaner family we will miss you. Godspeed! The summertime offers many people an occasion for rest. It's also a favorable time to take care of our human relationships. Pope Francis on Twi fex 4

5 saint cecilia parish CHURCH & SCRIPTURE HISTORY 101 July 14 I 7:00-8:30 p.m. Parish Hall Sean McLaughlin who teaches RCIA is offering this new class to SCYAers and RCIA alumni that will help us figure out why we believe what we do. This session will focus on the Gospel of Mark. Boston Healthcare for the Homeless Saturday, July 16 I 12:00-3:30 p.m. The Barbara McInnis House, 780 Albany St. One of BHCHP s services is providing medical respite care, short-term medical and recuperative services for homeless people who are far too sick for life in shelters but not sick enough to occupy a costly acute care hospital bed. We go and do artsy things with the residents and they get so much joy from it. Summer Picnic at Kendall Roof Garden Sunday, July 17 I 1:45-3:30 p.m. Kendall Roof Garden, 90 Broadway, Cambridge SAINT VERONICA, JULY 12 Our stained glass windows add immeasurably to the beauty of the church and they serve an important purpose in reminding us of our communion with the saints whose lives can serve as models for us today. Our renovation of the church included repairs to most of the stained glass windows. This Tuesday we remember Saint Veronica whose stained glass window is on the west side of the church. Our window depicts Veronica with eyes downcast, gazing on the veil she holds that has been imprinted with the face of Jesus. As the legend goes, Veronica was a woman of Jerusalem who, upon seeing Jesus struggling under the weight of the cross, offered him her veil so that he could wipe his face. When Jesus returned the veil to Veronica she saw that it bore a portrait of his face. In 1297 Veronica's veil was brought to Saint Peter's in Rome by order of Pope Boniface VIII, where it remains. Although little is known about Veronica and she is not referenced in the canonical gospels, her simple, quiet act of charity towards Jesus encourages us to treat with compassion those whom we meet throughout life. Veronica's encounter with Christ is also commemorated in the Sixth Station of the Cross. Veronica is the patron saint of photographers and laundry workers. Join us with the young adults from St Anthony's Shrine in Boston for a summer picnic. Bring a dish to share and a smile. We will provide the plates, cups and utensils. dancing in the dark: Summer Boat Cruise Saturday, July 23 I 7:45-11:00 p.m. Boston Harbor Get your danceface on. We're partnering with The Paulist Center, St. Anthony's Shrine, St. Columbkille in Brighton, and St. Paul's in Cambridge to have the best Catholic party of the summer. Be sure you have your #selfie stick ready, there's bound to be shareable memories captured. More event details and tickets can be found online at stcecilia.eventbrite.com. SAINT CECILIA YOUNG ADULTS Saint Cecilia Young Adults ministry welcomes parishioners ages Join us in fellowship! us. scyoungadults@gmail.com. 5

6 saint cecilia parish join camp coasa! August 1-5 Laboure Center 275 West Broadway, South Boston Open to children, ages 8-16 Please note date change. COASA (Children of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse) at Robert F. Kennedy Children s Action Corps and the Laboure Center in South Boston are co-hosting a week-long summer program for children living with the stress of alcohol and/or other substance use disorders at home or within the family. Morning session includes meditation and reflection, and educational support groups teaching children about addiction, how to express and deal with their feelings, and how to develop coping skills. Afternoons will be spent on fun surprise adventures. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. There is a required Family Night registration on Wednesday, July 27 beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the Laboure Center for all those who wish to participate in the program. Pizza will be served. For more information or to sign up for the program, please contact Maureen McGlame at (617) or mmcglame@rfkchildren. org ASAP. There is no cost to attend this program. A good time is guaranteed! DRIVERS NEEDED Each month parishioners have the opportunity to pick up donated meat, dairy products, and produce from three local supermarkets and deliver it to either Catholic Charities' Haitian Multi-Service Center in Dorchester or the Pine Street Inn in the South End. This vital ministry takes place at 7:30 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday morning and on Sundays can be completed in time to attend the 9:30 parish Mass. We need drivers for all the Saturdays and Sundays in July. JOIN US AT COMMUNITY SERVINGS Join us from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 23 when we volunteer in the kitchens of Community Servings. We are looking for volunteers to assist in preparing and packaging nutritious meals for those who are home-bound with life-threatening illnesses throughout Eastern Massachusetts. No culinary skills are required, but volunteers need to be at least thirteen years of age. Please feel free to join us even if you can't be there until a bit later than 10 a.m. Community Servings is conveniently located next to the Stony Brook T Station in Jamaica Plain. To volunteer or for more information, please contact Mark Lippolt at: mlippolt@ hammondre.com. Shakespeare on the Common & Parish Picnic Shakespeare on the Common has become a Saint Cecilia tradition. If you have never joined us for this fun evening under the stars, you should consider doing so this year. The Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is presenting Love's Labour's Lost, a high-spirited romantic comedy filled with dazzling wordplay, strong comic characters, and a few unexpected twists. Love's Labour's Lost will both charm and touch the heartstrings of young and old alike. We are going on Thursday, July 21. The play begins at eight o'clock on the Boston Common near the Parkman Bandstand. As we've done in the past, we will be reserving space (thank you, Jenny Jones!) and will have a potluck picnic beforehand at six-thirty. For more information please contact Jenny Jones at jennyinjp@gmail. com or The play is free, though donations to the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company are appreciated and can be made via A REQUEST FROM CATHOLIC CHARITIES Sunset Point Camp, located in Hull, serves as a dream "vacation" for 300 children each summer. The goal of the camp has always been to provide a free vacation for atrisk, low-income children from the Greater Boston area, without regard for their race, nationality, or religious affiliation. Sunset Point Camp is supervised by our friends at Catholic Charities. They have mentioned to us that they always need donations of sunscreen for the kids at the camp. So the next time you're at CVS or Walgreen's or your local supermarket, please consider picking up an extra tube of sunscreen and dropping it in the plastic bin identified for this purpose in the narthex. We have been told the higher the SPF number, the better. The Camp also needs kids' flipflops for boys and girls age 6 to 12. ANOTHER WAY TO STAY IN TOUCH A good way to keep up to date with what is going on in the parish is to join our Facebook group. So far we have 1,138 members. Take a moment to join the group "Saint Cecilia Parish." 6

7 By IN S SAN MARTÌN SAINT CECILIA PARISH New Feast Touts Mary Magdalene as Paradigm for Women At Pope Francis s request, the annual observance on the Catholic calendar of St. Mary Magdalene, referred by some as the repentant sinner or the prostitute, and also the one who first witnessed and proclaimed Jesus resurrection, has been made a major feast marking women as the first evangelizers. Liturgically speaking, the decision puts Mary Magdalene on par with the celebrations of the male apostles. On the modern Church calendar, saints are remembered with a memorial, a feast, or a solemnity. On July 22, already designated a feast of Mary Magdalene, there are another 11 saints similarly honored, but now with the decree released on Friday, hers takes precedence. Published in Latin, the decree was issued by the Vatican s Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, headed by Cardinal Robert Sarah. It says that this woman, recognized as one who loved Christ and who was very dear to him, can be considered by the faithful as a paradigm of the ministry of women in the Church. In a letter released along with the announcement, the Secretary of the Congregation, Archbishop Arthur Roche, argued that the decision speaks to the current moment facing the Church, which calls for a deeper reflection on the dignity of women, the New Evangelization, and the greatness of the mystery of Divine Mercy. Roche drew attention to the fact Mary Magdalene was the first witness to Jesus resurrection, and also the one tasked with sharing the news with the apostles. Saint Mary Magdalene is an example of true and authentic evangelization; she is an evangelist who announces the joyful central message of Easter, he writes. The British archbishop also says that Francis took this decision in the context of the Holy Year of Mercy to signify the importance of this woman, who showed a great love for Christ and was much loved by Christ. Roche also notes that St. Thomas Aquinas, considered a Doctor of the Church, referred to St. Mary Magdalene as Apostle of the Apostles, because she was the one who announced Jesus resurrection to them and the world. Therefore it is right that the liturgical celebration of this woman has the same grade of feast given to the celebration of the apostles in the General Roman Calendar, and shines a light on the special mission of this woman, who is an example and model for every woman in the Church, Roche wrote. Although the popular imagination think Dan Brown s The Da Vinci Code is sometimes tempted to fantasize about Mary Magdalene as Jesus wife or lover, in Western Christianity she s traditionally been identified with three figures in the New Testament: Mary of Magdala (Lk. 8:2); the sinful woman who anointed Jesus feet and washed them with her tears (Lk. 7:36-50); and Mary the sister of Lazarus and Martha of Bethany (Lk. 10:38-42, Jn. 11). Roche spoke about this tradition, adding that there s certainty in the fact that Mary Magdalene was part (Article continues on page 8) 7

8 SAINT CECILIA PARISH (Article continued from page 7) of the group of disciples of Jesus, she followed him to the foot of the cross and to the garden where his tomb was. In the rank of Church celebrations, feasts are the second category, marking some saints, like the apostles, and other important events in Christian history such as the Baptism of the Lord, the Conversion of St. Paul, the Transfiguration. A solemnity holds the highest rank among Church celebrations, and there are 24 in the annual liturgical calendar, including Christmas, Easter, Pentecost or Corpus Christi. Memorials most often honor and focus us on the life of a saint. Many observers celebrated the announcement. Jesuit Father James Martin, for instance, called it a recognition, long overdue, for the woman who first announced the Resurrection to the apostles. It reminds us of the supreme importance of women in Jesus s ministry, and in the Church s ministry today, he told Crux. In fact, between the time she encountered Christ at the tomb and when she proclaimed his Resurrection to them, Mary Magdalene was the Church on earth because only she understood the full meaning of Jesus s ministry. Any discussion of women in the Church must proceed from that, he said. Monsignor James Moroney, a former chief of staff for the U.S. bishops on liturgical matters, said it s a wonderful gift that Francis raised the celebration of the first witness to the resurrection to the rank of feast. Now the rector of Boston s St. John s Seminary, Moroney told Crux that to his knowledge, Saint Mary Magdalene is the first woman other than the Blessed Virgin whose liturgical celebration has been raised to the rank of a feast. Moroney said the move reminds him of Pope Benedict XVI s reflection on Mary Magdalene in 2006: A disciple of Christ is one who, in the experience of human weakness, has had the humility to ask for his help, has been healed by him and has set out following closely after him, becoming a witness of the power of his merciful love that is stronger than sin and death, the emeritus pope wrote. Inés San Martín is an Argentinean journalist covering the Vatican in Rome. Spiritual Life Yoga One definition of yoga is "to join together." Join us for a yoga class to join together your breath and movement, grounding yourself in the present moment. This practice will honor your mind, body, and spirit. We will move through an all levels yoga class, with attention paid to breath and alignment. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle and yoga mat. Other props will be provided. Classes will be held on the following Saturdays throughout the summer: July 23 August 6 August 20 Classes will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and will be held in CL5 in the Parish Pastoral Center. Please fellow parishioner and yoga instructor Amy Aubrecht at aubrecht.amy@gmail.com with questions and to reserve your spot. Drop-ins are welcome provided that there is available space. There is no charge for this class but donations will be gratefully accepted. grief support group Beacon Hospice, 529 Main St., Suite 101, Charlestown July 26 & August 30 I 10:00 11:30 a.m. A grief educational drop-in support group, Connecting and Coping, open to anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one, will be offered at Beacon Hospice this summer. Experiencing the loss of someone who has been important in our life is never an easy process and remains unique to each individual. Each grief educational series and support group is an opportunity for you to share your feelings (only if you wish), learn about the grieving process and be a support to others who are sharing your experience of losing a loved one. A new series, Coping with Grief and Loss, will begin September 13 (10:00-11:30 a.m.) and run for 7 consecutive Tuesdays. Also, a holiday workshop, Coping with Grief and the Holidays, is scheduled for November 8 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.). Registration is required. Please contact Nancy Duffy at or Nancy.Duffy@amedisys.com. 8

9 Parish RESOURCES Parish Office & Mailing Address 18 Belvidere Street, Boston, MA Hours Monday Friday, 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Phone Fax Website Parish Staff Rev. John J. Unni, Pastor Mary Kaye, Pastoral Director of Operations, Mark Donohoe, Pastoral Associate for Administration, Scott J. MacDonald, Director of Faith Formation and Leadership Development, Jeanne Bruno, Coordinator of Pastoral Outreach, Richard J. Clark, Director of Music and Organist, Caroline Gélinas, Executive Assistant, Lisa Pickering, Facilities Manager, Assisting Clergy Rev. Arthur M. Calter Rev. Peter Grover, OMV Rev. James Shaughnessy, SJ Rev. George Winchester, SJ Schedule for Liturgy Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 8:00 a.m. Lord s Day Sat 5:00 p.m.; Sun 8:00, 9:30, and 11:15 a.m. Holy Days 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer and Morning Prayer, as announced. Please check the bulletin for dates and times. Reconciliation Available at St. Clement Eucharistic Shrine ( x221), St. Francis Chapel in the Prudential Center ( ), and St. Anthony Shrine ( ). Please call for scheduled times. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the communal process through which non-baptized men and women become members of the Catholic Church. It is also suitable for those baptized in different faith traditions who are interested in becoming Catholic, or, for those who were baptized Catholic, but have yet to receive the sacraments of eucharist and confirmation. For more information, please contact Scott MacDonald. Faith Formation for Children To register your child for our Faith Formation Program, please contact Scott MacDonald. Care of the Sick To arrange for the Sacrament of the Sick, for Holy Communion to be brought to those unable to attend the Sunday celebration, or for Viaticum for the Dying (Holy Communion for those in danger of death), please contact the parish office. It is always possible to anoint the sick during regularly scheduled liturgies. Baptism for Infants Infant baptism is celebrated on the first Sunday of the month. For more information, please contact Mark Donohoe. Marriage Couples who wish to prepare for marriage should contact Mark Donohoe in the parish office at least six months in advance. Order of Christian Funerals The parish is prepared to celebrate the Vigil (wake) in the church. Please contact the parish office for more information. Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Team The CAP Team is responsible for training all parish staff and volunteers in mandated reporting laws and the Protecting God s Children program (VIRTUS). They also provide consultation and support to anyone in the parish who has concerns about reporting child abuse and neglect. Please contact Lois Flaherty (loisflaherty@gmail.com), Maria Roche (maria.roche15@gmail.com), Letitia Howland (l_howland@hotmail. com), or Erin Young (erin.t.young@gmail.com) if you have any questions or concerns. The Archdiocese of Boston has in place a vigorous program to protect children from harm and to educate its ministers and faithful about the nature of abuse, with a goal of increasing knowledge, creating a safe environment for children, and recognizing and reporting potentially dangerous situations. The full text of the policy is also available in the narthex and parish office, as well as on our website. For Those with Celiac Disease If you have celiac disease, please let us know. We have a supply of low-gluten altar bread available for those who cannot tolerate gluten. Hearing Assistance in Church The church is equipped with an FM listening device. Small receivers are available for anyone who may have trouble hearing the sound system. Simply request a receiver from any one of our greeters before Mass. Access for the Disabled The church is accessible by elevator. Sunday Parking There is reduced rate parking for $11.00 at the Hynes Auditorium Garage located on Dalton Street (next to Summer Shack/Kings) on Sundays until 3:00 p.m. and also on Sunday evenings for the 6:00 p.m. Mass. Please be sure to ask one of our greeters for a parking validation ticket before leaving Mass. Discounted parking is no longer available at the Hilton Boston Back Bay, but reduced-rate parking continues to be available on Sundays only at the Prudential Center South Garage (enter at Huntington Avenue or Dalton Street); up to 4 hours: $14.00, up to 5 hours: $ Saint Cecilia Rainbow Ministry Saint Cecilia Rainbow Ministry is a GLBTQ community at Saint Cecilia. For more information, contact stceciliarainbowministry@gmail.com. Joining Our Community We re happy that you re with us! Our community offers a warm, spiritual home for a diverse group of Catholics. We come from many neighborhoods in and around Boston but also have parishioners from as far afield as Marlborough, Newburyport, and Stow. Please introduce yourself to a staff member, drop in for coffee on Sunday, or fill out a new parishioner form in the narthex. 9