1 Cross St., Whitinsville, MA 01588 Saint Patrick Parish
Welcome St. Patrick Parish: A Faith Community since 1870 - Rectory Phone: 508-234-5656 MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday: 4:30 PM; Sunday 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 5:00 PM ; Monday-Wednesday 8:30 AM Parish Staff Rev. Tomasz Borkowski: Pastor FrTomasz@mystpatricks.com Deacon Patrick Stewart: Deacon DeaconPat@mystpatricks.com Deacon Chris Finan: Deacon DeaconChris@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Jackie Trottier: Operations Manager Jackie@mystpatricks.com Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered every Saturday from 3:30-4:00 PM in the Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. Members of the family requesting the Mass are asked to bring the gifts of bread and wine to the altar. Please make yourselves known to the lector and sit near the gifts. Weekend of April 1/2: Easter Sun., 8:00 AM + Parishioners of St. Patrick Church Easter Sun., 10:00 AM + Parishioners of St. Patrick No 5:00 PM Mass Church Mrs. Aileen Lemoine: Pastoral Associate to Youth Ministry & Interim Coordinator of Children s Ministries. Aileen@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Shelly Mombourquette: Administrative Assistant Shelly@mystpatricks.com Mr. Christopher Bilodeau: Music Director Worship Leader for Sunday,5:00 PM Mass Chris@mystpatricks.com Mr. Jack Jackson: Cemetery Superintendent: Jack@mystpatricks.com -Volunteer Support Staff - Mrs. Mary Contino: Wedding Coordinator Maryc@mystpatricks.com Ms. Jeanne LeBlanc: Ministry Scheduler Jleblanc@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Marylin Arrigan: Staff Support, Bulletin Marylin@mystpatricks.com Monday 8:30 AM Daily Mass Intentions April 2/6 Tuesday + + Karen Jellesma (2nd Anniv.) - by Ed & Pauline Rutana - Wednesday + Thursday - Friday - - Sat., 4:30 PM Sun., 8:00 AM No Mass No Mass Weekend of April 7/8 + Irene Czerkowicz - by Mary Connors + All Holy Souls in Purgatory - by Helpers of Holy Souls Sun., 10:00 AM + Corporal John Dawson (3rd Anniv.) - by his Family Sun., 5:00 PM + Joe Ferreira - by wife, Mary The Mass book is open for the months of April June. If you would like to book a mass in memory of a loved one please call the rectory at 508-234-5656.
FAITH FORMATION Welcome LIFE IN THE PARISH OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL 71 Mendon Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569 508-278-5851 www.ourladyofthevalleyregional.com RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHEDULE Pre school: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Kindergarten: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM First Grade: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Grades 2-5: Sun. 8:45 AM including attending the 10AM Mass Children are to attend the 10:00 am Mass with their parents/guardians and take part in the Children s Liturgy of the Word. Grades 6, 7 & 8 Monday 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM High School: Sunday 5:00-7:30 PM Formal High School Classes will take place September-February at varied dates. Special Sessions take place throughout the year check the weekly schedule for times. Weekly Prayer Group & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00-8:00 PM in the Chapel All Are Welcome! Adoration Continues: Every Wednesday 3:00-7:00 PM in the Chapel Do you have a 1/2 hour or hour to spend before the Blessed Sacrament? Stop in, and say a prayer. You will be glad you did. Sacrament of Baptism: For information concerning our Parent and Godparent Preparation Program, please contact the Parish Office approximately three to six months before the child is born. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered every Saturday from 3:30-4:00 PM in the Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. Sacrament of Matrimony: Couples should contact a Parish Priest as soon as they decide to marry and before any other arrangements are made. The Diocesan policy requires a minimum one-year period of preparation. Sacrament of the Sick & Homebound Visits Please inform us when a family member is admitted to the hospital. Communion visits to the aged, sick, convalescing and homebound are a major concern to us. Please call the Rectory at 508-234-5656 to arrange these ministerial visits. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Rectory Phone: 508-234-5656 Rectory Fax: 508-234-6845 Religious Ed. Phone: 508-234-3511 Parish Website: www.mystpatricks.com Find us on Facebook at St Patricks Parish Whitinsville Follow us on Social Media! St Patricks Parish Whitinsville stpatsville @stpatricks20 st.patricksparish Are You New to St. Patrick Parish? Become a member by going to mystpatricks.com to register on-line. Do you have students to register for Religious Education? Go to the Religious Education tab and register on-line, or by the office. Upcoming Second Collections: April 1: Easter No Date: Easter Flowers April 8: YNIA Upcoming April Meetings/Events: April 3: Shelter, 7;00 PM - 7:00 AM, Center April 8: Divine Mercy, 3:00-4:00 PM, Church April 9: Grade 10 Faith Formation Retreat, 5:00-9:00 PM Upcoming Baptisms: April 8: Aubrey Garland, 10:00 AM Mass, Church Antonio Selzo, 11:30 AM, Church April 15: Dino Saska, 5:00 PM, Church April 22: Shea Donovan, 11:30 AM, Church RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults teaches the history, traditions and Sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church. Non-Catholics or Catholic Adults seeking information about full initiation into the Catholic Church, through Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation, should contact Deacon Chris Finan at (508) 234-5656. Music Ministry Cantor Rehearsal: First and Third Tuesdays 7:00-8:30 PM Contemporary Music Ensemble Rehearsals: Second & Fourth Tuesday 7:00-9:00 PM New Members are Always Welcome in any Music Ministry. Prayer Shawl Ministry As a parishioner of St. Patrick s, you can request a Prayer Shawl for someone whom you feel needs comfort by calling or e-mailing Tina Pilibosian at 508-887-0497 or cpilibosian@gmail.com or call Shelly or Jackie at the rectory at 508-234-5656
Reflections: Welcome 12 Ways to Practice Resurrection Now Richard Rohr, one of the most influential spiritual teachers in the world, has often addressed the challenges of ego, or the False Self, in his work. Now, he turns his attention to the True Self. Taking its title from a Gerard Manley Hopkins poem, his new book Immortal Diamond: The Search Our True Self, explores the deepest questions of identity, spirituality and meaning. How to practice new life or resurrection in our daily lives? The life Jesus promises does not refer only to life after death. Eternal life has to do with here and now. Negativity Refuse to identify with negative, blaming, antagonistic, or fearful thoughts. I'm Sorry Apologize when you hurt another person or situation. The Power of Positivity Undo your mistakes by some positive action toward the offended person or situation. Lies Do not indulge or believe your False Self that which is concocted by your mind and society s expectations. Your Relationship with God Choose your True Self your radical union with God as often as possible throughout the day. Your true self longs for God. Look Within Always seek to change yourself before trying to change others. Do For Others Choose as much as possible to serve rather than be served. Good Whenever possible, seek the common good over your mere private good. Look After Others Give preference to those in pain, excluded, or disabled in any way. Justice Seek just systems and policies over mere charity. Your Voice Make sure your medium is the same as your message. L-O-V-E Never doubt that it is all about love in the end. Happy Easter Fr. Tomasz and St. Patrick s Staff
It s hard to believe that in 4 years we have served over 28,000 meals! Have you thought about helping? We can use more help, you would only serve once every 9 weeks. Please feel free to call Shelly at 508-234-5656 or e-mail at Shelly@mystpatricks.com. It is amazing how much those we serve appreciate what we do for them. John 21:12 Come and Have Breakfast Welcome Thank You! Thank You! I would like to take a moment to thank the dedicated and helpful members of the Triduum Team, lectors, ministers, altar servers and countless others who made our beautiful Triduum liturgies possible. Without the time, talent and treasure of these incredible individuals, our celebrations wouldn't be the prayerful and joyous occasions they are. It has been an honor to assist in the coordination of these events and I wish you all continued blessings and peace throughout the Easter season. Alleluia, Alleluia! Yours In Christ, Marybeth Hay Parish Giving Budgeted Average Weekly: $8,500.00 Actual w/e: 3/25/2018: $7,675.50 The Knights of Columbus, Mumford Council #365 The Mumford Council # 365 Knights of Columbus will hold its Annual Awards/ Recognition night on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at the Council Hall in Whitinsville. In addition to presenting the Knight of the Year Award, the 9th Annual Mumford Council Beacon of Hope Award will be presented to Mr. Raymond C. Lussier. Ray has voluntarily worked at our weekly Sunday bingo for more than 40 years and visits daily many patients at the Beaumont Nursing Home in Northbridge. The event from 6:00pm - 11:00pm with dinner and dancing is open to the public. Tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased by calling John Brouillard at 508-234-4225 or by email at: johnlb@charter.net If you are not a member of the Knights of Columbus and would like to join us, please talk to any Knight or visit: www.kofc365.org. Time to Think Spring! The 22nd Annual Our Lady of the Valley Regional School s Golf Classic is scheduled for Friday, May 18, 2018 at Blissful Meadows Country Club, in Uxbridge, and registration is open! Don't miss your chance to support the students of OLV and enjoy a fun filled day on the course! 4 Person Florida-Style/Scramble Entry Fee: $150/Player Includes green fees, cart, and meals (light breakfast, grill lunch and chicken bbq following tournament play) Ball Drop Contest! $10/each or 5/$40 To register, sponsor or donate, please email: olvguild@gmail.com Not a golfer, but you want to join in the fun? Dinner-only tickets are available for $30 each. We can t wait to see you there! Divine Mercy Prayer Service Please join us on Sunday afternoon April 8, 2018 at 3:00pm in the main church for our annual Divine Mercy Prayer Service. This is a beautiful way of reflecting on the mercy that we have received in our lives and pause in our hectic routines to pray with our community. If you have any questions please email Ray Kane at rjkane76@gmail.com.
Welcome Prayer for Those in the Service Almighty God, we stand before you asking for your divine mercy and protection. Embrace with your invincible armor our loved ones in all branches of the service. Give them courage and strength against all enemies both spiritual and physical and hasten their safe journey back to their homes and families. Amen Please remember the following service personnel in your Prayers as they serve and protect our country: Pvt. Tyler Finnigan, US Army, Ft. Devens, MA L.Cpl. Aaron Marshall, Okinawa, Eric Hoyt, Machinist 1st Class, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, U.S. Army, L.Cpl. Troy Monteville, Stateside, Ensign Robert Baker, USCG Cutter Dependable, Capt. Jason Jordan, US Army, So. Korea Blackstone Valley Emergency Shelter A sincere thank you to all those who supported the Emergency Shelter which closed for the season at the end of March. This season, was the first year that St. Patrick's Parish Center was opened on Tuesday nights to support those in our community that needed a warm, safe place to sleep. Through the interception of the Holy Spirit, St. Patrick's provided shelter 23 times for someone who otherwise would have slept outside during some very harsh conditions. The support from parishioners at St. Patrick's was amazing, we truly experienced the presence of Jesus - over a 100 gift cards for food at local restaurants, many monetary donations and supplies such as pillows, blankets, socks and gloves - you made a difference. The emergency shelter will re-open November 2018 - thank you for your prayers and support without you this outreach ministry would not have been possible. Sincerely, Fred Beauregard Blackstone Valley Emergency Shelter St. Patrick's Coordinator Upcoming Clothing Swap! The Blackstone Valley United Methodist Church in Whitinsville will host a clothing swap on Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 9am to 11am. We accept donations of gently used (no rips or stains please) men's, women's and kid's clothing, shoes and accessories. Donations can be dropped off on Friday, May 4 between 6 and 7pm or the morning of the swap. Use the driveway between Domino's Pizza and the law office and come in the church's back door. Everything is free and the swap is open to the public. You don't have to donate to take something home and you don't have to take something in order to donate. Whether you're looking to update your wardrobe or clean out your closet, this is the event for you! We will also be accepting donations for the NAC food pantry. Call Christine at 508-234-8131 or email: edalynne@hotmail.com for more info You're Invited! Are you looking for quality, PreK - 8 Catholic education for your child(ren)? Would you like to provide your child(ren) with small class sizes, top-notch educators and amazing opportunities like foreign language and instrumental music instruction, sports, National Junior Honor Society membership and more? Did you know the answers to those questions are right around the corner at Our Lady of the Valley Regional School in Uxbridge? Prospective families are cordially invited to attend one of OLV's Open Houses held at the school throughout the spring. Below are the dates and times of the next several opportunities to tour the school, meet the Principal and faculty and discover what makes Our Lady of the Valley School a true educational gem right here in the heart of the Blackstone Valley! We're looking forward to seeing you! Thursday, April 5th 6-7:30 p.m. Jube s Family Restaurant First Thursday of the Month Present this coupon for any meal on the first Thursday of every month and Jube s Family Restaurant will donate 10% of your check to the John 21 Community Breakfast.