St. Mary s Church, Foxborough

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1 St. Mary s Church, Foxborough PARISH STAFF Rev. Matthew J. Westcott, Pastor Rev. George Hogan, Parochial Vicar PARISH OFFICE Hours: Monday Thursday 9:00-3:00pm Holly Rosenberger, Finance and Operations Manager Nicole Davin Rel. Ed. Adm. and Funeral/ Cemetery Liaison Laurie Bubencik Administrative Assistant Rob Canfield Youth Minister rcanfield@stmarysfoxboro.org Laura Canfield Music Director lcanfield@stmarysfoxboro.org John Zadroga Organist Marge Morian-Boyle Choir Director Lloyd & Nancy Gibbs Facilities Managers RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Hours: Monday Thursday 9:00-3:00pm Deborah Gilarde Grades 1 & 2; Catherine Briggs Grades 3-6 Julie Foley Grades 7-9; IMPORTANT ADDRESSES Church Address: 58 Carpenter Street, Foxboro, MA Rectory Mailing Address: 83 Central Street, Foxboro, MA Website: Facebook November 4, 2018

2 Saint Mary s Parish Foxborough, MA Mass Times Saturday Vigil: 4:00pm Sunday: 7:00am 9:00am 11:00am Tuesday Saturday: 9:00am Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday at 2:45-3:45pm or by appointment or by request after Mass. Sacrament of Baptism Second Sunday of the month at 12:30pm. Please call the Rectory to register your child. Baptism Preparation Classes are held the 1st Sunday of each Sacrament of Matrimony Arrangements must be made at least 1 year in advance by appointment with a priest. Eucharistic Adoration Friday 9:30am-noon Fatima Prayer Cells Thursdays 3:30pm-4:30pm Tuesdays following 9:00am Mass St. Mary s Prayer Line If you have a prayer request or are interested in joining our Prayer Line please call Low Gluten Hosts Please speak to one of the ushers or the celebrant before Mass if you would like to receive a low gluten host. Prayer Shawls Contact the Rectory if you would like a prayer shawl for yourself or to give one away. St. Mary's LIFE TEEN is open to everyone in grades Our goal is to strengthen our faith and spread the love of Christ through community service and social activities. Catholic Daughters Meetings are the third Sunday of each month after the 11am Mass. Knights of Columbus Meetings are the first Friday of each month at 7pm. Adult Choir Practices every Thursday 7pm-8pm. Sings every Sunday at 11am Mass. No experience necessary. Runs September- June Change of Address: Make sure to stay connected! Send any changes to your address or telephone number to the Rectory or lbubencik@stmarysfoxboro.com SATURDAY, November 3 4:00 Carl and Gio Giangrande SUNDAY, November 4 7:00 Members of St. Mary s 9:00 Thomas Ryan 11:00 Don Cotter Birthday Rem. SATURDAY, November 10 9:00 Dan and Mary O Sullivan Memorial 4:00 Helen Garant Memorial SUNDAY, November 11 7:00 Members of St. Mary s 9:00 Ronald DeShiro Memorial 11:00 Maria, Henry, Lucy Tran Memorial Please remember in your prayers the ill and infirmed of the parish and all our beloved deceased, including our Mass Intentions Guild. If you are having a Special Intention Mass said and would like family members to be the gift bearers, please see one of the ushers or the Priest before Mass. Please remember to visit our advertisers found on the back pages of this bulletin. Tell them St. Mary s sent Weekly Offertory: $8,397 Grand Annual: $2,050 World Mission: $120 Sanctuary Candle The Sanctuary Candle is lit this week in loving memory of Kathryn Z. Coutcher If you would like to remember your beloved deceased by lighting the Sanctuary Candle in their memory or for a special intention please call the Rectory at A $30 suggested donation is requested.

3 Thirty First Sunday in Ordinary Time Grade 2 Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Grade 3 Mondays 4:00-5:00 Grade 4 Mondays 5:30-6:30 Grade 5 Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 Grade 6 Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 Grade 7 Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 Grade 8 Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 Grade 9 Sunday, November pm Be sure to check out the back of the Church for informational pamphlets. They are hanging by the Confessional and there are always some on the tables. Please help yourself! It s time once again for Prayer Partners for our Confirmation students. We are in need of someone who will pray for a Confirmation candidate from October until Confirmation Day. Prayer partners are also asked to write a short note of encouragement and support. To become a Prayer Partner please complete a form which is available at the back of the church and return it to the Religious Education office or call or send an to jfoley@stmarysfoxboro.org. November 4 ~ Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Today s readings leave us with a clear message as to the commandments of God. Love God with all your heart, soul and strength and love your neighbor as yourself. In the first reading Moses is speaking and, in the Gospel, it is Jesus who is speaking. As disciples of Jesus Christ, taking these words to heart can be difficult at times. Pray for the grace you need to let these words serve as a guide. Let your words and actions this week show your love of God and neighbor. Please remember in your prayers the following men and women serving in our military: William Albano, Louise Balduf, Graham P. Johnston, Daniel Sheehan, Shane McAuley. Also Sean Davey, Corporal Eric Thomas, Cpt. Joseph A. Colantoni, Sgt. James R. Jarvis III, US Army 1st Lt. Brian Johns & Master Sgt. Chris Butler. Also Staff Sgts. Andrew & Arielle Grato, Sgt. Eric Seiden, Army Airborne. Also Frank Fleming, Matthew Goode, USAF Major David Gonsalez, USMC Ryan Davis, Major Kevin Michael Ryan, Captain Lindsey Ryan, William Lopatka, Pvt. 1st Class Elizabeth V. McCarthy-Tang. Also Corp. Senghak Tang. PFC Hyder Alsatlawi, USMC Sean Wilson, USAF Ryan Wilson, USCG Matt Bonneau, US Army Faryn Little, USAF Daniel W. Luring, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jesse Boyd, Sgt. Nicole L. Jenkins, Capt. Bill Lord, Lt. FC Sarah Lord, Lt. Comm. Anthony LaCourse and GM2 Paul J. Bergman. Also USMC Eric Kelly, USAF Lt. Colonel Mark Barrera, Spec. Ryan Fallows, US Army Private Mitchell Connolly, Sgt. Jeffrey Kielpinsk. And Steven Tyler Morse, Justin Rose, TSGT-USAF Steven Freitas, US Army SPC Dan Burke, Naval Reservist Senator Michael Rush, Air Force Pilot 1st Lt.. Kevin Winslow, US Spec. Thomas C. Boyle, Jr., SSGT Dane Pare, USMC D Pvt. Daniel J. Flynn, USMC Lance Cpl Jerome Hanley, US Army Sgt. Ryan H. Mckay, USMC Lance Corporal Timothy Shallow, Jr., USAF Cpt. Erol S. Kelter, USMC Sgt. Derek Boti, USMC Corporal Tyler Geary, K.C. Zerfoss, USMC Lance Corporal Andrew Santos, PFC Jordan Duguay, Catherine Balduf, Patrick J. Mitchell, SSGT Kevin O Hara, USAF, USMC Pvt. George Eliopoulus, USN Casey D. Carbone, Private 1st Class John O Neil, 75th Ranger Regimen, Private Peter Cannizzaro, Ryan McGrath USAF, US Army National Guard, Airman 1st Class Matthew Timmons, PO2 Jacob Patriarca, US Navy, Capt. William Buckley III US Army, E5 Staff Sergeant Brandon Miller, Senior Airman, Master Sgt. Peter O Brien USMC, US Marine PFC Anthony Votano, Pvt. Chad Marsh, SPC Jared Jackson US Army, USN LT Joseph Gallagher, US Navy E4 Aidan Paul Duffy, Army Capt. Rachel Miller, E4 SPC Brian C. Booth, Navy Recruit Erin E. Rehill, James Leahy, USMC, Brian Czolada, US Army, USMC Pvt. Jonathan L. Storrs, US Army Trevor Little, Chief Warrant Officer 5 James D. Slater. If you have a family member, friend or loved one serving in the military please give those names to Father Matt or call

4 Saint Mary s Parish Foxborough, MA St. Mary s is presenting the Transformed in Love Marriage Preparation Program for couples planning to be married in It will be held on: Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm & Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 12 pm to 7:00 pm Attendance at both sessions is mandatory. The cost is $195 per couple and registration is limited to 12 couples. Pre-registration is required. For registration information, please call St. Mary s Rectory: or Laurie at lbubencik@stmarysfoxboro.org. This week (November 4) for: Human Development. The Campaign for Human Development allocates funds to community projects that promote the mission and vision of CCHD while adhering to the moral and social teachings of the Catholic Church. Please visit to view funding criteria and see a detailed list of our most recent grants and annual report. Countdown to the Christmas Fair 6 days Coffee and Donuts Caffeine, Sugar and Chat Please join us downstairs each week for Coffee and Donuts after the 9am Mass. Thank you to the Nathan Family for hosting this week. We are looking for families and groups to host a week. Everything is supplied. If you re interested in hosting a week, please contact Laurie at lbubencik@stmarysfoxboro.org. WANTED: SWEET TREATS FOR CHRISTMAS FAIR! Please drop off any donations for the Sweet Treats Table on: Friday November 9 th 3-5pm or Saturday morning November 10 th Pies, Cakes, Cookies, Breads, Candy and Canned items are Welcome! **2 Volunteers Needed!** No experience needed. Call the Rectory or Laurie at lbubencik@stmarysfoxboro.org.. Every Sunday 9:00am Sharing Sunday This Sunday is Sharing Sunday. On the first of each month, St. Mary s collects non-perishable goods to be donated to Pine Street Inn and the Foxboro Discretionary Fund. All goods can be left at the back of the Church. Thank you to all who have donated! Monday 5 Tuesday - 6 Wednesday - 7 Thursday - 8 Friday - 9 Saturday - 10 Sunday pm Grade 3 5:30pm Grade 4 10am Bible Study 4pm Grade 2 5:30pm Grade 7 7pm Grade 8 9:30am Wed. Morning Coffee 4pm Grade 5 5:30pm Grade 6 7pm Bible Study 7pm Bunco 7pm Adult Choir 10am Fair Set up 10am-4pm Christmas Fair 9-12 Christmas Fair 12:30pm Baptism

5 Thirty First Sunday in Ordinary Time Thank you to our Awesome Volunteers at the St. Mary s Halloween Family Event. From left to right: Natalie O Bryant, Bella Giangrande, Anthony Amico, Aidan Hughes, Sean Bubencik, Owen Flaherty, Bridget O Toole. Missing: Meghan Burke, Kaitryn Franchino, Kailee McCabe, Ian Pipes, Nikki Bubencik and Jill Finn, Julia Davin Ecumenical Concert Knights of Columbus We will be hosting a community blood drive on Nov. 17 at St. Mary s Church. THE NEED IS CONSTANT. THE GRATIFICATION IS INSTANT. So, please help by giving blood on Saturday, Nov. 17 Hours are 9 AM to 2 PM. The holiday spirit is alive and well in Foxboro! On Sunday, December 2nd at 6:30 pm, you are cordially invited to our annual Ecumenical Concert. For over 13 years, our various music ministries have come together to create beautiful music that ushers in the joy of the holiday season. The concert will be held at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center (Orpheum). There is no charge for the event, but we ask that guests bring a donation for the Foxboro Food Pantry. Please bring one of the following: healthy kids cereal, instant oatmeal, juice, jelly, hearty soups, beef stew and rice. The concert is about an hour in length and will be followed by a reception at the Bethany Congregational Church. Blessed Sacrament School PreK Grade 8 III. Open House Tuesday, November 6, 9-11am 808 East Street, Walpole school.blessedsacrament.org admissions@blessedsacrament.org

6 Saint Mary s Parish Foxborough, MA St. Mary s Parish Christmas Fair 58 Carpenter Street Foxboro November 10th 10am 4pm & November 11th 9am noon Win Amazing Prizes at our Raffle Festival! Big Raffle Prizes include $500 CASH, Scratch Ticket Tree, and Dining Out Package We will also be offering Special Raffles for 2 tix to Red Sox/Yankees and Boston Celtics Sweet Treats! Tasty baked goods, fudge and canned fruit, jams and pickles will be available for sale. Christmas Shopping Come early for the best selection in our Handmade Treasures and Gifts & More sections. You will find great gift ideas for everyone on your list! Just for Kids Children will love to spend time decorating cookies and shopping in our special kids shopping section with all items priced $2 and less. Enter for a chance to win over 50 Theme Baskets and bid on your favorite Silent Auction items including the popular Front Row Seating and Parking for Christmas Eve Mass! NEW! Photo Booth Bring your camera and use our props! Selfies with Santa Saturday at 2 pm Join us for lunch on Saturday and enjoy chicken salad sandwiches, meatball subs, hot dogs, and beverages. Don t miss this great fair!