Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish at Our Lady of Loreto Church

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1 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish at Our Lady of Loreto Church MINISTERIAL STAFF Rev. Msgr. F. Stephen Pedone, Pastor Rev. Juan D. Echavarria, Associate Pastor John N. Barton, Deacon Gerald Montiverdi, Deacon Joan D Argenis, Director of Religious Ed. joan_dargenis@yahoo.com Maria Sciannameo, RCIA Director Michael Sacco, Joseph Sama - Finance Lisa Fenuccio, Administrative Assistant lisaolmc@gmail.com Julia Tufano - Secretary David Soares, Parish Council Chair Joseph Bellino, Property Committee Chair Joan Venincasa, John DaSilva, Sanghee Kim- Music Mary DiSilvestro, Sacristan John Oliver, Hospitality Ministry Patricia Solitro, Safe Environment Coordinator SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM To schedule a baptism please call SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples planning to be married should contact the pastor at least a year in advance. A program of preparation is required for all couples planning to marry in the church. To schedule a wedding please call ILLNESS Arrangements can be made to have Holy Communion brought to those who are homebound due to illness, age, or impairment of any kind or to celebrate the Sacrament of Anointing and Reconciliation with them. Please call PARISH REGISTRATION To become a registered member of the parish, please call or register on-line at MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00, 10:00, and 11:30 a.m. DAILY MASS Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. HOLY DAY MASSES Vigil: 6:00 p.m. Holyday: 7:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday at 3:00-3:45 p.m. or by appointment. 37 MASSASOIT ROAD, WORCESTER, MA Parish telephone: Parish fax: Rectory: Parish - clergy@ourladyofloreto.net or lisaolmc@gmail.com Parish Website:

2 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish at Our Lady of Loreto Church September 23, 2018 Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish at Our Lady of Loreto Church PRAYER FOR PARISH SPIRITUAL RENEWAL Lord God, You love us with an everlasting love, and You choose us to share Your love with others. We ask that You rekindle in our hearts a new spirit of faith, of prayer and of reconciliation. Inspire us to search out and find ways of bringing one another closer to You. We pray for all who form our parish community, that we remain faithful to Your teaching, that we remain steadfast in our prayer, both personal and communal, that together with You and the Holy Spirit, our parish may be renewed and transformed. All this we ask in the name of Jesus and through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Please cut out and pray daily. Dear Friends, FROM THE PASTOR S DESK I want to share with you that we have received a gift from the Nancy Marie Isernio Estate in the amount of $5,000. We are grateful to Nancy and her family for this generous gift. We have begun work this past Thursday on repairing Loreto church buildings electrical system. Our electrical contractor has told us the repair should take less than two weeks and the roof does not have to be removed. All work can be done interiorly. I want to thank John Oliver for overseeing this project, as well as the replacement of roofs on our parish buildings. His assistance was critical to getting these repairs completed and I am grateful. Monsignor Pedone Come to the Celebration!!! Sunday, September 30, 2018 Join us after the 11:30 am Mass As we say goodbye to Deacon Paul Audette and welcome to Deacon John Barton Our Annual Fall Bazaar is Coming!!! We are looking for volunteers to work several of the booths for our bazaar. Start thinking now about making a basket for our Basket Raffle, and baking cookies! And start packing up your handbags and jewelry! Our next meeting is on Monday, October 1st at 6:30 pm in the Parish Center. This Week in Our Parish Mon., Sept am-4 pm UMass Care Mobile Tues., Sept am-2 pm Golden Years Gathering 7 pm - Knights of Columbus Mystery Trip Saturday, September 29 Leave Our Lady of Loreto at 12:00 p.m. More information to follow. The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) program at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish at Our Lady of Loreto Parish begins in the fall and continues through the Easter season. This program is open to any ADULT who 1) is interested in becoming Catholic, 2) is in need of receiving any one or all of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, 3) wishes to enter into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church, as well as those who have been away from the Church and want to return and/or just want to learn more about the teachings of the Church. Our RCIA program on Thursday October at 6:30 pm at the center. For more information please contact Maria at or sciannameo352@gmail.com. Please give your name, and contact information. Or call O.L. Loreto office at FOOD DONATIONS Through your generosity, we are able to help families in our local area. Please drop off food items in the church vestibule or at the parish center. Your donations to the Friendly House Food Pantry makes a big difference to someone who is hungry. Many thanks!

3 The Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23, 2018 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION Children in public schools or non-catholic private schools and academics should be attending religious education classes on a yearly basis. Children planning on receiving the Sacrament of First Holy Communion must attend classes for two years (Grade 1 and Grade 2.) Candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation must attend classes for two years (Grade 9 and Grade 10.) Children in parochial schools and private Catholic schools are required to attend classes only for one year (the year of preparation.) First Holy Communion is usually received in Grade 2 and Confirmation in Grades 9 or above. Registration forms are available in the office at the Our Lady of Loreto Center, Monday Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and in the vestibule of the church. There is a fee of $30.00 per child or $50.00 per family. CCD Schedule Classes will begin on Sunday, September 23. Grades Pre-K through Grade 4: Sunday mornings from 8:30 11:00 a.m. and includes attendance at the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Parents are asked to attend Mass with their children. Attendance in the pre-k and Kindergarten are not mandatory. Grades 5 10: Sunday mornings from 11:00 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Students are required to attend Mass, it is suggested that they attend the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Religious Education Parents Meetings Two meetings scheduled: On Sunday, September 30 at 8:45 a.m. at the Our Lady of Loreto Center for all parents with children in grades K-4 and another meeting at 11:15 for parents with children in grades 5- Confirmation. This is our first week of CCD classes; students will attend class while parents attend the meetings. These meetings are important, for they will include a description of the programs and will include discussions on the reception of the Sacraments of First Penance, and First Holy Communion. There will be another meeting on Sunday, September 23 at 11:15 a.m. at the Our Lady of Loreto Center for parents of students planning on receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation either in the spring of Candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation must attend classes for two years if they attend a Public school, which includes private schools. (Grade 9 and Grade 10.) Students who attend parochial schools only need to attend one year of CCD. CATHOLIC SCHOOLS APPEAL Dear friends in Christ, September 20, 2018 Why choose a Catholic School given all the choices that are available today? While we take pride in our quality academics, in developing physical and teamwork skills in sports, and in being involved in community service, one thing stands out above all else: children can encounter Christ in all aspects of a Catholic School experience. The Catholic education each child receives is rooted in an understanding of the human person as made in the image and likeness of God who is the true source of human dignity. The mission of Catholic Schools is an integral part of the mission of the Catholic Church. In the Sacrament of Matrimony, parents vow to raise their children in the Catholic faith. There is no better opportunity to do so than in a Catholic School where teachers, staff and volunteers alike give witness to the faith every day, both in and out of the classroom. I invite you to review this year s Catholic Schools Appeal report available online at and in The Catholic Free Press and recognize how Catholic Schools are performing a vital service to the entire Church and how we need the support of everyone to carry on our mission. In order to share the Good News story of Catholic schools we rely on those of you who have received a Catholic education first-hand or have witnessed the benefits of a Catholic education in the graduates you have come to know. We owe it to future generations to be able to encounter Christ in the classroom. Thank you for prayerfully considering how you can be part of this commitment. With every prayerful best wish, I remain Sincerely yours in Christ, Most Reverend Robert J. McManus Bishop of Worcester VISITATION HOUSE BABY BOTTLE DRIVE Thank you for taking most of the 150 baby bottles for the benefit of Visitation House, a Catholic home for homeless women facing crisis pregnancies. Please support Visitation House by filling the baby bottle with your spare change, bills or checks. There are still a few bottles left to take for this worthy cause. Bottles may be brought back anytime between now and the weekend of Oct. 27/28. These bottle drives are the main source of income for Visitation House and all are invited to help.

4 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish at Our Lady of Loreto Church September 23, 2018 Financial Stewardship For the week ending September 16, 2018 Income Offertory: Week-End $3, Mail EFT Maintenance Assumption Total Offertory $4, Funeral Stipends Parking Mass Stipends Candles CCD Total $6, Expenses Payroll Taxes (August) $ Office Expense Youth & Family Programs Professional Fees Supplies Family Life Total $1, PARTNERS IN CHARITY UPDATE. The 2018 appeal has ended. Our Parish s final totals are: 219 Gifts $ 62,366 Thank you all for your kindness and generosity. Many people will benefit from it. CYC FUNDRAISER The CYC will be selling Apple Pies on September 22 and September 23. Please support our program with your purchase of a delicious homemade apple pie. Family Rosary Night Tuesday - October 2 6:30 pm Trip to Roger Williams Pumpkin Spectacular Tuesday, October 9 Trip to Wrights Chicken Farm and LaSalette Saturday, December 1 More information to follow for both trips. Ministry Assignments for September September 4:00 pm Lectors Vera Novick Ministers Jim Buffone & Irene Astrella September 8 am Lector - Sandra SanClemente Ministers - Sr. Linda & Sr. Roberta September 10 am Lector - Sue Cozzolino Ministers - Julie Tufano & Chizomna Nosike September 11:30 am Lector Pat Solitro Ministers Santina Macgregor & Brian Le Please arrange for a substitute if you cannot fulfill your assignment. Thank you for the good work that you do! 27TH ANNUAL LIFE CHAIN Sunday, October 7, :00 3:30 pm Please join us (rain or shine) for a peaceful stand for the unborn. Signs will be provided. Locations are: Elm Park on Highland Street in Worcester, Lincoln Plaza at Denny s Restaurant in Worcester and White City Plaza in Shrewsbury. All ages are welcome to join. For more information please con tact Louise Faiola at CHOIR REHEARSALS The choir will be starting our second season this month. The choir rehearses Monday evenings from 6-7pm and sings at the last Saturday 4pm mass of the month. The choir dedicated their time and musical talents to make the first year a success. All people are welcome. If you are interested come to this year's first rehearsal - Monday evening, September 10th at 6pm in the choir loft. Please join in our fellowship and sharing of the wonderful music the ensemble will be creating. Soon we will be preparing for Christmas!! Should you have any questions contact the director, Josef Konkol at or by Konkoljosef@yahoo.com. Hope to see you there!!! December 11 Day trip to Salem Cross Inn, Saint Joseph's Abbey, Yankee Candle Factory More information to follow.

5 The Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23, 2018 Saturday September 22, :00 p.m. Confessions Saturday, September 22, :00 p.m. John Fenuccio (13th Anniversary) and Ronald Beaudry (3rd Anniversary) by Family Sunday, September 23, :00 a.m. Michael DelloStritto by Wife Josie and Children Sunday, September 23, :00 a.m. Michael Viapiano by Maria Pia Miglorelli and Family Theresa Monopoli (First Anniversary) by Family Sunday, September 23, :30 a.m. Msgr. Rocco Piccolomini (3rd Anniversary) and Henry C. Martin, Sr. (31st Anniversary) by Michael C. Martin Jeffrey Gustafson by The Orange Family Monday, September 24, :00 a.m. The Sick of the Parish Tuesday, September 25, :00 a.m. Biuso Family by Grace DiBaro Thanksgiving for Maria Ortiz-Rand by Family Wednesday, September 26, :00 a.m. Joseph DiSilvestri by Aunts Eleanor and Grace Thursday, September 27, :00 a.m. James Perry by Charles Coffone Saturday September 29, :00 p.m. Confessions Saturday, September 29, :00 p.m. Virgilio, Vincent and Joan Pace and parents Salvatore and Carmela by Family William Novick and parents John and Nancy by Family Francis Fazio by Family Sunday, September 30, :00 a.m. Adolfo Ortiz by Maria Ortiz Sunday, September 30, :00 a.m. Domenic DiBaro, Jr. (18th Anniversary) by Mother Joseph Lapomardo (Month s Mind) by Family Sunday, September 30, :30 a.m. Joseph and Virginia Sawicki by Family Angela Catino (Month s Mind) by Daughters Pam and Cindy PLEASE REMEMBER OUR PARISH IN YOUR WILLS, BEQUESTS AND UPON THE DEATH OF LOVED ONES FOR DONATIONS. MANY THANKS! Please pray for the sick of our parish: Francis Caffone, Susan Stomski, Donna Grasseschi, Lori Blackwell, Carmella Szklarz, Matteo Fiore, Patrick Loconto, Butch Rano, Mary O Connor, Christopher Collazo, Paula Mari, Sim Simone, Cathy Coffey, Mildred Bassan, Vincent Pusateri, Sylvia Pusateri, Debbie Caffone, Joseph Ginskus, Philip Powers, Virginia Czubrynski, Karen Remian, Sandra Powers, Robert Mazzola, Jennifer Bodinizzo, Martin Laine, Antoinette Raddi, Accurzio & Loretta Sclafani, Robert Bacon, Susan Cardinal, Belinda Sahagun, Thelma Ortiz, Caryl Masiello, Cynthia Pedone, Roland Dionne, Maxwell Mitchell, Louis Naple, Carol Youngstrom, Richard Patrone, Sue Cozzolino, Carol Iaconi, Anthony DeAngelis, Frank Corridori, Reverend Charles Armey, and Anthony & Paul Locantore. May the Lord give them strength, courage and healing. Rest in Peace We, the parish community of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Joseph A. Monfette, III. May God grant him peace forever and bring comfort to his family and friends. THIS WEEK OUR SANCTUARY LAMPS ARE DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF: Vera Sbrogna by husband, Gus and Albert A. Riggieri (40th Anniversary) By Wife and Children The Waters of Baptism Natalie Daly, daughter of Robert Daly and Kelli Daly was initiated into our Christian family through the Sacrament of Baptism on Sunday, September 16. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish congratulates her. Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass Sunday, October 21, 2018 ~~~3 pm St. Paul s Cathedral Couples marking significant anniversaries (25th, 50th, etc.) will be honored. Anyone wishing to attend Or contact Office of Marriage and Family at for a registration form. A light reception will follow downstairs in the Cenacle. Couples wishing to attend should register by Oct. 12.

6 The Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23, 2018 Mount Carmel Golden Years Club 10:00 A.M. Socializing 12:00 Noon Lunch After Lunch Bingo September 2018 September 25, :00 A.M. Socializing 10:30 AM Board Meeting 12:00 NOON Lunch Followed by Social. *Bingo for members only ALL DONATIONS FOR THE FOOD BANK WOULD BE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED AND APPRECIATED. New members always welcome. Upcoming Events Sat., Sept. 29 Polish Fall Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St, 10 am-6 pm, Sept. 30, 8 am-1pm. Polish food, baked goods, crafts & more Sun., Sept. 30 Celebration after 11:30 Mass Tues., Oct. 9 Pumpkin Spectacular at Roger Williams Park. See separate article. Sat., Oct. 20 Mini Retreat for Women at St. Mary s Parish Hall, Shrewsbury, 8:30 am-1:30 pm, $15 Covers morning coffee, pastries, lunch and talk, with inspirational music, by Jaymie Stuart Wolfe. Sun., Oct. 21 Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass at St. Paul s Cathedral. See separate article. Oct Women s Cursillo. See separate article. Sat., Nov. 10 Worcester Catholic Women s Assumption College, limited seating, for more information or to register, call Sat., Dec. 1-Wright s Farm & LaSalette Shrine hosted by Joan D Argenis. Details to follow. Thurs., Dec. 13 Wright s Farm & LaSalette Lights hosted by Immaculate Conception Church. See separate article. Tues., Dec.. 11 Salem Cross Inn / Yankee Candle Trip Hosted by Joan D Argenis. Details to follow. SAINT JOHN S HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Saint John s High School will be holding an Open House on Saturday, September 29 at 9:00 a.m. and Tuesday, October 16 at 6:00 p.m. The Placement Test for Saint John s will be held on Saturday, October 27, Visit or contact the Admissions Office at (508) , ext. 266, for further information. Prayerfully Improving your Mass experience In the August issue of Magnificat magazine, Father Peter John Cameron, O.P. offers a nice reflection on how we can improve our Mass experience, especially at times when we are feeling dry spiritually. He begins: Not long ago, a devout young man approached me with a problem that really distressed him. He went to Mass every day, but there were some days and this he was almost ashamed to admit when he didn t feel like going. We, too, may have gone through a spiritual rough patch like that from time to time. How can we deal with it? The Prayer of the Faithful Lord Jesus, even though I m stuck in desolation, please let me hand myself over to you, serving those in need. May my misery make me more mindful of those who suffer, and more solicitous, in assisting them. No matter how dismal my day, let me be a person for others, bearing their burdens. May I console others with the same consolation I receive from you. Sixth in a Series of 11 NOTRE DAME ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE Notre Dame Academy s Open House for prospective students will be held on Sunday, October 21st from 2-4 pm. Students currently in fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth grade are encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is encouraged for the Open House. If you are interested in attending NDA s Open House or spending an academic day at NDA, please contact their Office of Admissions at , Ext. 229 or admissions@ndaworc.org. NDA is the only Catholic private and independent college preparatory school for young girls in grades 7-12 in Central Massachusetts. Please visit their website to learn more about the NDA experience. How about making a Cursillo weekend? Cursillo or short course in Christianity is an uplifting and educational experience. Cursillo was brought from Spain to the United States in The weekend is facilitated by a team of laypeople and clergy who deliver organized talks and discussions. What the presenters add to the talks is the witness of their own lives, their struggles and triumphs in Christ. The weekend is full of laughter, prayer, great music, wonderful meals and so much more. Weekends are held at the Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, CT. Last for 2018: Women s - October : Men s: March & October Women s: May 2-5 & November For more information, Elizabeth or esantley@yahoo.com. Applications are available in the vestibule if the church.