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1 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ June 3, 2018

Let Us Give Thanks! As I write this column, I can only be filled with gratitude for an amazing weekend of graces that have been given us.

Many of his family, friends and those who have walked with him through these last years of formation were in attendance.

We were blessed last Sunday morning. Deacon Rowley exercised his ministry to the altar and to the word at the nine and eleven morning masses.

We saw the vocation of marriage and family being supported by the Sacrament of Holy Orders, which was most fitting for the weekend.

2 Let Us Give Thanks! As I write this column, I can only be filled with gratitude for an amazing weekend of graces that have been given us. Last weekend, many attended the ordination of Deacon Brendan Rowley at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul. Many of his family, friends and those who have walked with him through these last years of formation were in attendance. Bishop Evans ordained him with the laying on of hands, after he lay prostrate on the Cathedral floor as a sign of total surrender to Christ and His Church for service. We were blessed last Sunday morning. Deacon Rowley exercised his ministry to the altar and to the word at the nine and eleven morning masses. At the nine am Mass, he renewed his parents (Jim and Deb) 40 th wedding anniversary vows. As you can imagine, this was an especially poignant moment for all present. We saw the vocation of marriage and family being supported by the Sacrament of Holy Orders, which was most fitting for the weekend. Special thanks to the Knights of Columbus for generously hosting a breakfast and reception after each of the masses. Also, thanks to the musicians and liturgical ministers who assisted. We hosted seminarians for the weekend. This reminds us to pray for priestly vocations and to support the quality men who have began their journey to the altar of Christ. Having been involved in vocation ministry for ten years (and Msgr. Halloran for 25!), I must say this weekend was extra special. I was Deacon Rowley s chaplain at Bishop Hendricken High School and now to serve as his Pastor, is a unique vantage point and grace. As you do, I look forward to his priestly ordination next spring and his First Mass. Pray for him and for his new ordained ministry. Pray for more vocations to priesthood and religious life! Fr. Taillon

Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, June 2nd: 5:00 PM: 35th Anniversary ~ Daniel Joseph Narciso Sunday, June 3rd: 8:00 AM: Souls in Purgatory 10:00 AM: Marriage & Family Life Monday, June 4th:

Contré Wednesday, June 6th: 9:00 AM: For the Souls of the Goodwin Family Thursday, June 7th: 9:00 AM: For the Soul of Kathryn Hackett Friday, June 8th: 9:00 AM: 12th Anniversary ~ Irene Bishop

3 Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, June 2nd: 5:00 PM: 35th Anniversary ~ Daniel Joseph Narciso Sunday, June 3rd: 8:00 AM: Souls in Purgatory 10:00 AM: Marriage & Family Life Monday, June 4th: 9:00AM: For the Soul of Paul O Brien Tuesday, June 5th: 9:00 AM: For the Soul of John C. Contré Wednesday, June 6th: 9:00 AM: For the Souls of the Goodwin Family Thursday, June 7th: 9:00 AM: For the Soul of Kathryn Hackett Friday, June 8th: 9:00 AM: 12th Anniversary ~ Irene Bishop Saturday, June 9th: 9:00 AM: Special Intention ~ Al Alba (healing) 5:00 PM: For the Souls of Edward & Rosella Kehoe Sunday, June 10th: 8:00 AM: Pro Populo 10:00 AM: 1st Anniversary ~ Enes Sacchetti St. Veronica Chapel Saturday, June 2nd: 4:00 PM: For the Souls of Philip & Eleanor Clarkin Sunday, June 3rd: 9:00 AM: For the Soul of Joshua Thompson 11:00 AM: For the Soul of Elizabeth Eldredge Saturday, June 9th: 4:00 PM: Anniversary ~ Bill Noonan Sunday, June 10th: 9:00 AM: Anniversary ~ Laura Figueira 11:00 AM: For the Soul of James Logan I Matthew Tiberio & Genevieve Aguera Men s Bible Study Our parish has a very active group of men, who for more than 16 years, have met each Saturday at 7:30AM in a "round table" format to discuss the Sunday scripture readings. It is very informal and attended by some scholarly and not-so-scholarly folks. It s rewarding and even some fun. Bring your coffee and come on over to St. Thomas More parish hall! Pray the Rosary The rosary is prayed each weekday after the 9:00AM Mass at St Thomas More and for the special intention of peace in the world and on Saturday mornings at 8:30AM before Mass. Please join us, when ever you are available. Catholic Charity Fund It is the goal of every Catholic Charity Appeal ministry to continue the redemptive work of Christ in our world. The Catholic Charity Fund Appeal helps 40 agencies throughout the state of Rhode Island. Thousands of needy people benefit from this appeal. Your support is truly appreciated. Parish Goal: $130, Collected to date: $114, % of Goal Needed for Goal: $15, Second Collection The second collection next weekend is for the Catholic Communications Campaign (CCC). Your gift helps CCC and our diocese to provide television, radio and print materials that spread the message of the Gospel to people from all walks of life, all around the world. There are extra envelopes available at the church entrances.

Saturday, June 9th From: 10AM to 2PM St. Veronica Chapel parking lot (free will donation) Come and support our young teens going to the Steubenville Conference on July 13 ~ 15 at UMass, Lowell!

Precious Blood On this solemnity we focus our attention on the Body and Blood of Christ.

Jesus, whose blood is the blood of the new covenant, shed that precious blood on the cross, saving us from sin and promising us everlasting life.

5 Saturday, June 9th From: 10AM to 2PM St. Veronica Chapel parking lot (free will donation) Come and support our young teens going to the Steubenville Conference on July 13 ~ 15 at UMass, Lowell! The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ ~ June 3, 2018 The cup of salvation I will take up, and I will call upon the name of the LORD. Precious Blood On this solemnity we focus our attention on the Body and Blood of Christ. We listen to the story of the renewal of the old covenant, which Moses sealed by splashing the blood of animals on the altar of sacrifice, as well as on the people. Jesus, whose blood is the blood of the new covenant, shed that precious blood on the cross, saving us from sin and promising us everlasting life. Blood is the life source that courses through our bodies. The precious blood of Christ is the life source for our spirits. Today may we, like the psalmist, offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the Lord, whose Body and Blood strengthen us to bring the Good News to everyone we meet. Readings for the Week: Mon.: 2 Pt 1:2-7; Ps 91:1-2, 14-16; Mk 12:1-12 Tues.: 2 Pt 3:12-15a, 17-18; Ps 90:2-4, 10, 14, 16; Mk 12:13-17 Wed.: 2 Tm 1:1-3, 6-12; Ps 123:1b-2; Mk 12:18-27 Thurs.: 2 Tm 2:8-15; Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-10, 14; Mk 12:28b-34 Fri.: Hos 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9; Is 12:2-6; Eph 3:8-12, 14-19; Jn 19:31-37 Sat.: 2 Tm 4:1-8; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lk 2:41-51 Sun.: Gn 3:9-15; Ps 130:1-8; 2 Cor 4: :1; Mk 3:20-35

Summer Bible Study begins July 10th! Once again Bible students will convene at St. Veronica Chapel on Tuesday mornings from 8:30-10AM beginning on Tuesday, July 10th for 8 consecutive weeks.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age." Is God present in your marriage? Bring Him in more fully by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend.

6 Summer Bible Study begins July 10th! Once again Bible students will convene at St. Veronica Chapel on Tuesday mornings from 8:30-10AM beginning on Tuesday, July 10th for 8 consecutive weeks. The series is offered by Catholic Bible scholar and parishioner, Maryann Knag MAT, MAR. There is no fee. All are invited, Bible beginners to Bible scholars! More information to come. Worldwide Marriage Encounter And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age." Is God present in your marriage? Bring Him in more fully by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Weekend is June 9-10 in Medway, MA. For more info., call Stephen & Michelle O'Leary at or visit them at Charity Charity is that with which no one is lost, and without which no one is saved. --St. Robert Bellarmine

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