St. Francis of Assisi Parish

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1 St. Francis of Assisi Parish Thirtieth Sunday In Ordinary Time October 23, 2016 Join us for a Fabulously Fun FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY OCTOBER 23, p.m. until 4 p.m. Sponsored by St. Francis of Assisi Faith Formation & Youth Group

2 St. Francis of Assisi Parish Swansea, MA Parish Mission Statement: In the spirit of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi, we dedicate ourselves as living stones to building our parish family with Christ as our foundation. Enlivened by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves by sharing God s transforming love with our families, our community and our world. Parish Staff Pastor: Rev. Michael A. Ciryak Maintenance: Tony Roderigues Faith Formation: Christine Patota (Grades 1-7) Confirmation: (Grades 8 & 9) Youth Ministry: Justin & Amanda La Croix and Melanie Boyer Finance/Office: Barbara Wenc Parish Council President: Wayne Gray Music Director/Organist: Ada Simpson Cantors: Allison Messier & Andi Flax Parish Address: Church: Office/Rectory Office hours: 530 Gardner s Neck Rd 270 Ocean Grove Avenue Swansea, MA :30 a.m. 4 p.m. or by appointment Contact: Parish Office: Parish fax: stfrancisswansea@comcast.net Website: Religious Education: or religiouseducation@stfrancisswansea.com St. Vincent de Paul: Youth Ministry: Week Club: Jim & Alice Join our Parish Family Please introduce yourself to our clergy after Mass. Call the Parish Office to register. Bulletin notices may be submitted to the Parish Office in writing by Friday a week prior to the Sunday bulletin when it will be posted. Church is handicapped accessible. Saturday Vigil: Sundays: Monday Thursday: Civic Holidays: Liturgical Celebrations 4 p.m. 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. only Sacraments: Baptism: Arrangements must be made in advance. Please call the Parish Office to arrange a date and supply pertinent information. Individual Baptismal preparation is required. Sponsors: must receive from their respective Catholic pastors a sponsor certificate, which is the signed word of one priest to another that the proposed godparent is a Confirmed, fully-practicing Catholic who is qualified to be a godparent by living in harmony with our faith. Reconciliation: Saturday from 3:15PM to 3:40PM or call the rectory for an appointment. First Eucharist & Confirmation: Preparation two years prior to receiving each Sacrament is mandatory as a registered student in the Faith Formation Program. Matrimony: Couples are asked to consult with our priest at least six months in advance of the intended date to allow time for marriage preparation, including the Diocesan Program. Ministry to the Sick: Please notify us if someone you know is homebound and would like to be added to our Communion call list, or would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick. Low gluten hosts available: Please let us know before Mass if you have a need to receive this type of host.

3 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sat. 10/224:00 p.m. Michael St. Laurent by St. Laurent family Diane M. Roussel Sun. 10/23 8:00 a.m. Rose Masciarelli by Steve & Ann Seery 9:30 a.m. Armindo J. Camara, Jr. by Grade 2 Class 11:00 a.m. Ronald Silvia, Sr. Mon. 10/24 9:00 a.m. Alice Kret by friends Tues. Wed. 10/25 9:00 a.m. 10/26 9:00 a.m. Stephen Piotrowski Thurs. 10/27 9:00 a.m. Horace Campos - Sat. Sun. 10/294:00 p.m. Desiree Choquette Herbert Gray by the Council on Aging 10/30 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Virginia Pereira 11:00 a.m. Rita Duphily (12th Anniv) by her children Jesus said whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted. (Lk 18:14) October Candles burn in memory of: Sanctuary Lamp: Robert J. Peloquin Altar Candles: Bryan Kelley Tabernacle Candles: Diane M Roussel Crucifix Candles: Herman Costa by granddaughter Offertory Collections October 15-16, 2016 Budget donations: $ 3, Building & Repairs Fund: $ 1, Thank you for your faithful support. ALL SAINTS DAY / ALL SOULS DAY MASS INTENTIONS 2017: The new book is available to reserve your Mass Intentions for We also still have some availability for the remainder of Please call the parish office at to schedule your intentions. The Feast of All Saints is a Holyday of Obligation. On Tuesday, November 1st Masses are at 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 2nd is the Feast of All Souls. Mass will be at 9:00 a.m. PRAY THE ROSARY: All are welcome to join us in praying the rosary prior to our 9 a.m. Mass, Monday thru Thursday. We begin about 8:40 a.m. Electronic-giving: To all those who are interested in on-line giving: please call the Parish office at to request a sign-up form. Book of Remembrance: During the month of November the Book of Remembrance will be located in the Baptistery. All names entered in the book are remembered during the month of November. Names previously entered do not need to be entered again. Please enter the names of your loved ones who have recently passed away.

4 October 23, 2016 Confirmation I - Grade 8 students will meet in the church hall on October 23rd & 30th. Class begins at 8:00 a.m. followed by 9:30 a.m. Mass with their class. Grades 6 & 7: Students attend the 9:30 a.m. Mass, followed by class in the church hall until 11:30 a.m. Confirmation II - The next class for Grade 9 Students will be on October 30th. Class begins in the church hall at 9:30 a.m. and then attend 11:00 a.m. Mass with their class. Gr. 3, 4, & 5 Tuesdays (4:30 5:30 p.m.) Gr. 1 & 2 Thursdays (4:30 5:30 p.m.) PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Children age 3 yrs to Kindergarten who are preregistered for the Preschool Program will come to the 9:30 a.m. Mass with their families. After receiving a blessing by the presiding priest, their teachers will take them downstairs for the program. Parents will then pick up their children downstairs after Mass. Lucky 50 Week Club Winner for October 23rd is: David Silva Congratulations, David! 50 Week Club Reminder: Please be sure to keep your membership dues up to date. Our dinner will be held at the Venus de Milo Restaurant at the end of April. For information about how to participate in our 50 Week Club, please call Jim and Alice Lanczycki at St. Vincent de Paul Annual Hat, Coat, Scarf and Mitten Collection The St. Vincent de Paul Society is collecting hats, gloves, mittens, winter coats, jackets (all sizes) and scarves for the needy. Donations can be new or gently used items. Please place the items in the bins located at the church entrances by November 1st. World Mission Sunday: Today s second collection is for the Propagation of Faith. Through your generosity, we are able to bring the message of God s love to the poorest of the poor. Thank you to all who participate in this corporal work of mercy. Hurricane Matthew Collection - October 29-30, 2016 Next weekend there will be a special collection for the people of the Church affected by Hurricane Matthew. These funds will be used to support the efforts of Catholic Relief Services and Catholic Charities USA in their long term efforts to restore communities after widespread destruction. THE YEAR OF MERCY IS COMING TO AN END: We can always use a reminder of the works of Mercy that can be part of our everyday life: Give alms to the poor Instruct the ignorant Feed the hungry Give drink to the thirsty Shelter the homeless Admonish the sinner Forgive injuries Pray for the living and the dead We pray for the repose of the soul of Jamie Tavares whose funeral Mass was held here on Friday morning. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen. Music Ministry Notes: St. Francis Parish is in the process of forming an adult choir for Christmas. Rehearsal days and times are not set. If you are interested in participating, please speak with Ada Simpson, director, or contact her by at adasimpson@verizon.net. PRAY FOR VOCATIONS: Join Bishop da Cunha in a Holy Hour for Vocations at 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 6th in St. Mary s Cathedral, Fall River.

5 Parish and Diocesan Events FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY: St. Francis of Assisi Faith Formation & Youth Group invite you to: A FABULOUSLY FUN FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY this Sunday, October 23, 2016 from 1 until 4 p.m. Join us for hotdogs, pizza and goodies! Games, contests, crafts and prizes! Sign-up sheet is located on the bulletin board in the church hall. KNITTING MINISTRY meets every other Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in the church hall. Our next meeting will be October 25th. New members are welcome! OPEN HOUSE at Bishop Connolly High School: On Wednesday, October 26, 2016 from 5-8 p.m. there will be an Open House at 373 Elsbree Street, Fall River, MA and again on Sunday, November 6, For more information please call , FAITH FORMATION MINISTRY CONVENTION: On Saturday, November 5, 2016 the Diocesan Faith Formation Ministry Convention will be held at the Resort & Conference Center, 35 Scudder Avenue, Hyannis, MA. The day is scheduled to start at 8 a.m. with Registration/Coffee/Exhibits. Mass at 9 a.m. with Bishop Edgar M. DaCunha, S.D.V. Workshops will follow. Anyone can attend. For more information or to register, please call Christine Patota in our parish office at OPEN HOUSE: Bishop Stang, a Catholic high school in Dartmouth, MA, invites families of middle school-aged children to join them for a fun and informative Open House on Sunday, November 6th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Faculty and students will be available to highlight all that a Bishop Stang High School Catholic education has to offer. For more information, visit FACE: Foundation to Advance Catholic Education The 22nd Annual Fall Fundraising dinner event for Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Fall River is scheduled to take place at White s of Westport, Thursday, November 17, This year s featured speaker is Mother Dolores Hart, O.S.B. To reserve your dinner tickets or for more information, please visit REMINDER: The New York City Bus Trip will be on Saturday, November 19, All those who have reserved a seat on the bus should meet at the church parking lot that morning. The bus will leave at 6:30 a.m. sharp. SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, NOVEMBER 27th from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Family Life Committee and Youth Group are sponsoring a Chili Contest / Vendor Fair & Flea Market Featuring Advent Crafts and Activities Bake Sale Hotdogs and beverages Tables can be rented for $20 for you to sell your flea market items, crafts, etc. $5 to enter your famous chili and just a donation to try all the chili and vote on your favorite! Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) The one who served God willingly is heard; his petition reaches the heavens. Let us serve God willingly by strengthening, renewing and rekindling our marriages by participating in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend. The next WWME Weekends are December 2-4, 2016 and January 20-22, For more information call Steve and Michelle O Leary at or visit us at