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1 HOLY APOSTLES CHURCH P I P P I N O R C H A R D R O A D C R A N S T O N, R I Established July 25, 1991 Church Dedicated July 24, 1994 Community Life Center dedicated June 30, 2001 Monsignor Paul D. Theroux, Pastor pdt@holyapostles.com Monsignor Albert A. Kenney, In Residence Monsignor Richard D. Sheahan, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Gregory P. Albanese galbanese@lasalle-academy.org MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM Sunday 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 AM Weekday See Inside Bulletin Parish Office Hours Monday to Thursday :00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday :00 AM - 4:30 PM Address parishoffice@holyapostles.com Phone Fax Web Address PARISH MINISTRIES/SERVICES Apostles of Mercy Stephen Forleo Auditors Michele Forcino Brad Sacco Brownies/Girl Scouts Sandy Tessier CAL Basketball Anthony Vescera Feed My Sheep Men of St. Joseph Steve Kogut James Chrones Prayer Network Christine Dooley St. Charles Soup Kitchen Cecile Weeden Trustees Jeffrey P. Cascione Patricia Parkes PARISH STAFF Margaret Simms, Pastoral Associate mms@holyapostles.com Catherine Vincent, Business Manager cv@holyapostles.com Christine Dooley, Administrative Coord. cad@holyapostles.com SCHOOL OF RELIGION Margaret Simms, Director mms@holyapostles.com Meg Shideler, Coordinator of Gr. 7 & 8 meg@holyapostles.com YOUTH MINISTRY Michael Santilli, Coordinator mjs@holyapostles.com MUSIC MINISTRY Mark Colozzi, Director chsebandz@gmail.com Cookie Rodi, Director divarodi@hotmail.com John Norigian, Organist norigian4@aol.com Arthur Urbano, Music Minister aurbano@providence.edu Antonio Grelle, Music Minister tonygrelle1@gmail.com SACRAMENTS Baptism: Parents are asked to contact the Deacon early in the pregnancy. Parents are reminded that the selection of sponsors must be made according to regulations specified in Canon Law. Information regarding these regulations will be forwarded upon request. Marriage: Engaged couples are asked to make an appointment with Monsignor at least six months in advance of their planned date of marriage. In addition, at least one of the individuals planning marriage must be a registered and active member of the parish. Penance: Saturdays at 4:15 PM or by appointment. Sacrament of the Sick: Please call to receive this Sacrament of comfort and healing. Communion Calls: Communion can be brought to the homebound on Sundays following the 9:30 AM Mass. Please call the parish office to request a visit.

2 Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord March 25, st Reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 2 nd Reading: Philippians 2:6-11 Gospel: Mark 14:1 15:47 Good Friday Walk-a-thon ~ 10AM This 5K Walk raises money for the poor children in Rhode Island. This is a tremendous way to show our love for others on this solemn day. CONFESSIONS Tuesday, March 27~ 5:00pm to 7:00pm HOLY THURSDAY, March 29 LITURGY OF THE LORD S SUPPER ~ 7PM This day the church celebrates the institution of two sacraments: Holy Orders and the Eucharist. Today s Liturgy includes the traditional washing of feet and a solemn procession with the Blessed Sacrament to the Holy Family Chapel. The chapel will remain open until 9:30pm for private prayer and adoration. At the offertory time special items to be shared with the poor will be brought forward by the congregation. HOMELESS KITS (please use a gallon size storage bag filled with travel size toothpaste, a toothbrush, soap, pocket size comb and tissue pack, deodorant etc.) HOUSEHOLD CLEANING SUPPLIES (a plastic bucket filled with an assortment of supplies) HYGIENE SUPPLIES (assorted family size items such as shampoo, deodorant, toilet paper, etc. ) GOOD FRIDAY, March 30 LITURGY OF THE LORD S PASSION ~ 7PM Today is the only day of the year that Mass is not celebrated. Today s Liturgy is a service that includes the reading of the Passion, Veneration of the Cross and the reception of Holy Communion that was consecrated at the Holy Thursday Mass. Rules on Fast and Abstinence Good Friday is a day of fast and abstinence. Those are required to observe the rules on fasting which means only one full meal may be eaten and there is no solid food between meals. Catholics 14 and older are also required to abstain from eating meat or meat products on Friday. Poor health can excuse one from the rules on fasting but not the rules on abstinence. HOLY SATURDAY, March 31 THE EASTER VIGIL AND EASTER MASS ~ 7:30PM (please note that there is no 5pm Mass) The Easter Vigil begins in relative darkness but is soon filled with light. The lighted Easter Candle symbolizes the presence of the Risen Christ in our midst. It is, for sure, the most moving and spiritually uplifting Liturgy of the entire year. EASTER SUNDAY, April 1 EASTER MASSES: 8:00AM, 9:30AM and 11:00AM ~ ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA!!!! There will be two collections on Easter Sunday - The first will be the regular Sunday offering and the second will be the annual Easter Sunday offering. Your participation and generosity in both will be greatly appreciated. EASTER DECORATIONS Donations may be made in the name of a deceased loved one and their names will be printed in our parish bulletin. A special Memorial Mass will be on Friday, April 27 th at 8:30am.

3 NEW CONFIRMATION I CANDIDATES & their Parents Orientation Meeting (Catholic AND public school students entering Grade 9 in Sept. 2018) April 26 th at 6:30pm in church. Congratulations to our teens who participated in a dramatic presentation of the Stations of the Cross. It was a beautiful Lenten reflection and extremely well done. God s blessings to all! TEENS: Joey DelSanto, Olivia Perrotta, Michael Conti, Brayden LaBonte, Cory Dottor, Morgan Hart, Ava Caliri, Nicholas Izzi, Caitlin Connallon, Benjamin Gemma, Michael Stabile ADULTS: Donna Gorham, Jennifer Fyrer, Richard Reilly, Michael Conti, Melissa Thomas CONGRATULATONS to Our Basketball Teams Holy Apostles B Division Champs The Parish Office will close at noon on Holy Thursday and be closed on Good Friday. Religious Education News: April 9 th is the last week of classes for Gr Gr. 6 & 8 last class is the Good Friday Walk Holy Apostles B Division Runner Up ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL TEENS No Gym Night April 1st

4 CATHOLIC CHARITY FUND APPEAL THIS WEEK S ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Holy Apostles Goal: $134, Amount Collected as of 3/19: $63, We are slowly progressing toward our parish goal. For those who gave last year but have not yet had the opportunity to make their contribution, please do so soon.we are counting on your continued support to help us reach our goal! STEWARDSHIP Time and Talent - We wish to thank all those parishioners who are always so willing to pitch in and lend a helping hand. Their participation contributes to the vibrancy of our community. Treasure Thank you for your financial support. ONLINE GIVING This secure program works directly with your bank or credit card. All transactions are done electronically, debiting your bank account or charging your credit card for the amount to which you have agreed in writing. Holy Apostles is offering two debit dates~ the 4 th or 15 th of the month or both! You can enroll in Faith Direct or make changes to your account dates or contributions online at or call Holy Apostles parish code is RI18. MONDAY, March 26 4:00 PM In the Parish Center: Religious Education Classes - Grades 1-5 5:30 PM In the Parish Center: Religious Education Classes - Grades 6-8 7:30 PM In the Gym: Men s Basketball (Over Age 45) TUESDAY, March 27 4:00 PM In the Parish Center: Religious Education Classes - Grades 1-5 5:30 PM In the Parish Center: Religious Education Classes - Grades 6-8 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM In Church: Confessions FRIDAY, March 30 10:00 AM In the Parish Center: Good Friday Walk ATTENTION PARISHIONERS Please notify the Parish Office of any name, address, telephone changes, etc. If you or someone you know has a loved one serving in our armed forces, please send their names with rank and branch of military to cad@holyapostles.com and we will remember them in our prayers and print in our parish bulletin once a month.

5 PARISH NECROLOGY APRIL Remembering our deceased loved ones is a longstanding custom in the Roman Catholic Church. In addition to offering personal and public prayers, especially the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the church also uses a Necrology. April 3rd Donald A. Desnoyers 2001 April 4th Eva L. Merlino 2017 April 6th Adelaide Masiello 2015 April 9th Bertha A. Ucci 2009 April 10th Lennie Giarrusso 2000 April 10th Anne Maniero 2004 April 11th John Kelley 2005 April 12th Michelena Nottage 2000 April 12th Michele Frenze Jr April 12th Louis G. Cascella 2016 April 13th Robert E. Nolan 2000 April 14th Anthony Principale 1994 April 14th Alfred J. Rossi 2011 April 14th Steve L. Alves 2012 April 15th Edna Iannuccilli 1997 April 15th Lena Tasca 2005 April 15th Helen Agnew 2007 April 17th Sandra D'Allesandro 2002 April 17th Stephen J. D'Orsi 2005 April 18th Edward A. Pricolo 1999 April 18th Julia Gallucci 2002 April 18th Louis J. Regine Jr April 19th Louise Caparrelli 2000 April 19th Pamela M. Belk 2008 April 21st Luke A. Baglini 2007 April 21st Judith A. Vartanian 2012 April 21st Jennie Macera 2013 April 22nd Anthony Nardone 2011 April 22nd Frederick J. Gershkoff 2017 April 23rd Joaquim F. Furtado, III 2003 April 23rd Robert J. Byron 2012 April 27th Lucrezia Vinacco 1993 April 27th Arthur A. Melone 2001 April 27th Christine Dias-Vieira 2012 April 27th George J. Mitchell 2016 April 28th Edith Simone 2001 April 28th Donald Pasco St. Angelo 2006 April 29th Rodolph Sheahan, Sr April 30th Lois Ann Gibree 1996 April 30th Elena E. Beliveau 2003 April 30th Gordon F. Worden 2007 April 30th Loretta M. Piscione 2014 MASS INTENTIONS Saturday Vigil: Palm Sunday March 24 5:o0 PM William Tetzlaff (Anniversary) Requested by Ron & Elizabeth Marocco Sunday Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord March 25 8:00 AM Jeanette Rossi (12 th Anniversary) Requested by Daughter, Debbie & Family 9:30 AM Ronald A. Russell II (Birthday Rem.) Requested by Loving Mom & Family 11:00 AM Helen & Walter Legenza (Anniversary) Requested by Family The Altar Bread is offered this week in memory of Vincent & Theresa Monti (Birthday Rem.) requested by Mark & Joanne. Monday Monday of Holy Week March 26 8:30 AM Open Tuesday Tuesday of Holy Week March 27 8:30 AM 5-7PM Mass for the People Confessions Thursday Holy Thursday March 29 8:30 AM 7:00 PM No Morning Mass Liturgy of the Lord s Supper Friday Good Friday March 30 8:30 AM 7:00 PM No Morning Mass Liturgy of the Lord s Passion Saturday Holy Saturday March 31 7:30 PM Mass for the People Sunday Easter Sunday April 1 8:00 AM Members of the Holy Apostles Memorial Society 9:30 AM Michael Pezza Sr. (13 th Anniversary) Requested by Family 11:00 AM Marie Sciotti (5 th Anniversary) Requested by Family

6 GOOD FRIDAY WALK-A-THON WHO: STUDENTS IN GRADES 6-12 and Families WHAT: 5K WALK ON PIPPIN ORCHARD ROAD WHERE: MEET AT HOLY APOSTLES IN THE PARISH CENTER * WALK UP PIPPIN ORCHARD ROAD TO THE END AND BACK TO THE CHURCH WHEN: GOOD FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH FROM 10:00AM TO 12:00 NOON WHY: TO RAISE MONEY FOR POOR CHILDREN IN RI THE WALK CONCLUDES WITH PIZZA AND WATER IN THE PARISH CENTER. (SIMPLE BECAUSE THIS IS A SOLEMN DAY) THE WALK-A-THON IS OVER AT 12:00 NOON. Sponsor Donation

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