Saint Anselm Roman Catholic Church Sudbury, Massachusetts Sudbury, MA www.stanselmsudbury.org St. Anselm Church OUR MISSION STATEMENT St. Anselm Rectorate is a caring committed, Catholic community fostering a close and effective collaboration among the clergy, religious and laity, living the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. With appreciation of our diversity, we create a welcoming partnership of loving relationships through our commitment to sharing our time, talent, and treasure. We provide an atmosphere of collective thankfulness and spiritual nourishment through our vibrant sacramental life. RECTOR: Rev. John Swencki 100 Landham Road, Sudbury, MA 01776 Rectory 978-443-8981 Fax 978-246-0089 www.stanselmsudbury.org Marriages Couples should contact the Rectory Office at least six months in advance. Anointing of the Sick Can be received following the 9:30 Mass on the 1st Sunday of the month or by appointment Masses Saturday Vigil - 5:00 pm, Sunday -9:30 am Baptisms Please call the Rectory to arrange an appointment. Confessions Saturday 4:00-4:30 Sunday 8:30-9:00 And by appointment
Saturday, January 19th 4:00pm Mass For all parishioners Sunday, January 20th 9:30am Mass For all parishioners Monday, January 21st The Rectory office is closed. Morning Mass Mon-Wed 9:00am Tuesday, January 22nd 10:00am Building and Grounds meeting Saturday, January 26th 4:00pm Mass Memorial Mass for Ethel Otto Requested by the Otto family. Sunday, January 27th 9:30am Mass For all parishioners. LITURGY MINISTRY MEETING There is a mandatory meeting for all Eucharistic Ministers, lectors, and mass coordinators on Sunday, January 27th after Mass. FROM THE VICAR GENERAL In response to many reports of cold and flu illness throughout the region, the decision has been made to eliminate the distribution of the Precious Blood within the Archdiocese of Boston until further notice. all who are in need of healing, especially Carol Antonelli, Kate Barker, Sharon Brogna, Jennifer Brown, Krisy Browning, Jennifer Buckley, Debbie Butcher, Jaxson Claire, Kay Clark, Joan Cusato, John Damiano, Maryellen Damiano, Ida DeAngelis, Anne D Ambrosio, Kelly Del Greco, Carol Devine, Susan Devlin, Meaghan Downing, Robert Eldridge, Bonnie Espinoza, Nina Forde, Robert Gibbs, Mark Hanlon, Sean Hanson, Nikita Harper, Eunice Howitt, Tricia Kibbe, Layla Sophia Krieger, Karl KÖnig, Barbara Mackiewicz, Estelle Martinez, Mary McLaughlin, Joe Medeiros, Beth Monahan, Richard Morris, Taryn Morris, Lillian Niles, Bill Overacker, Brian Palestis, John Reynolds, Joe Robinshaw, Douglas Robinson, Lisa Russell, Kathy Shannon, Gillian Smith, Pat Smith, Gretchen Stevenson, Phil Swissler, Deana Taylor, Mary Ellen Tetreault, Robert Tevelin, Richard Tirrell, Amy Walsh, Michael Weiner, Jason Whitney, Dolores Wilson, and Ellen Wright. SPECIAL COLLECTION Next week s collection supports the Church in Latin America (CLA). The CLA provides support for pastoral projects in financially poorer dioceses in Latin America and the Caribbean. CLA funds catechetical and lay leadership programs, youth ministry, evangelization programs, and formation programs for religious, priests, and deacons. CLA is making it possible for the Catholic faithful in the Western hemisphere to help each other. Please visit www.usccb.org/ catholicgiving/opportunities-for-giving/ latinamerica/index.cfm for more information.
Thanks from St Francis House and the Confirmation ll class for all those who brought coats and other goods to the coat drive for St Francis House guests. The goods will be much appreciated. No classes Sunday, January 20th and Monday January, 21st. Classes resume January 27th and 28th. 2018-2019 SACRIFICIAL GIVING PLEDGES You recently received our annual financial pledge materials in the mail. To those who have already made a pledge, thank you very much. Pledges can be returned either via mail to the rectory or by depositing your completed card in the collection boxes at the Church entrances. Thank you for being a member of our community and considering participating in our sacrificial giving approach to offertory. PASTORAL COUNCIL AND GREETERS Perhaps you have noticed people wearing name tags at church functions. They are Greeters and Pastoral Council members who would be happy to answer a question, listen to a comment and/or pass on suggestions to enhance your church experience at St. Anselm. Thank you for your interest. HELP NEEDED We are looking for a PCA with flexible working hours, during the week days and/ or weekends. Someone who is energetic and has great initiative, humor, play skills and implement his home physical program on a daily basis. Ryan Rodrigues, 21 years, happy young boy who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal. He uses global communication skills to let us know of his wants. He loves music, watch sports, Disney channels, go for a walk on his gait trainer and even ride his adapted tricycle. He is busy all the time and working with him is fun and fulfilling. The salary is $15.00 per hour, paid biweekly by MassHealth. We live in North Framingham, close to the High School. If you need more information or interested in helping Ryan improve in his quality of life, please call Monica Rodrigues 508 361 0787. Thank you. PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY The prayer shawl ministry creates and distributes prayer shawls and lap robes to those who are seriously ill and for people who have lost a loved one. Baby blankets are given at the time of the Baptism. Recipients are parishioners, family and friends who are in need of prayer and caring. All are welcome to be a part of this wonderful ministry. No experience needed!!!!! For more information call or text Barbara at 978-697-0747 or bglett@aol.com
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time When my five-year-old nephew and his grandmother went out for an early morning walk, they returned to find the door locked and Grandmom s keys inside. Before Grandmom could figure out what to do, Aidan ran behind the house and a moment later, the front door opened. He had crawled though the doggy door and opened the door, clearly pleased with himself for thinking of such a clever solution. When God handed out talents and abilities, He was generous. Everyone has something and everyone can contribute. People tend to judge others or dismiss them because of some external quality that does not fit their expectations. But like any great gift, you cannot judge it by the way it is wrapped. Sometimes, when we are willing and our minds are open, we can discover treasures in places we would never expect. Some people are just waiting for the chance to share their gifts. When the right time and opportunity comes along, they will shine, often exceeding anyone s expectations, including their own. The family is the first place where we should be able to share, to feel important and to make a contribution. In daily routines, special events or holiday celebrations, there are lots of opportunities for everyone to contribute. With love, support and a bit of encouragement, we can all be our best! ~James Gaffney, 2009 Karides Lic. to St. George Publishing jim@stgeorgepublishing.com CURSILLO Cursillo is a short course in Christianity. In Cursillo, you encounter Christ in a small community of the church, in order to deepen your own faith and strengthen your ability to be a witness of Christ in the world. The dates for the next weekend are: Women s Cursillo Weekend is February 28- March 4, 2019 Men s Cursillo Weekend is April 25-28, 2019 A member of our church, Gail Trainor, is on the team for the women s weekend. For more information, you are invited to speak with her and also to check the Boston Cursillo website: www.bostoncursillo.org. ONLINE GIVING Is available on our website through paypal, It s a simple and easy way to donate to our Church. Go to our website http://www.stanselmsudbury.org/ And click the donate button. Thank you and God Bless. SCRIPTURE FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 20, 2019 20 SUN Is 62:1-5/1 Cor 12:4-11/Jn 2:1-11 21 Mon Heb 5:1-10/Mk 2:18-22 22 Tue Heb 6:10-20/Mk 2:23-28 23 Wed Heb 7:1-3, 15-17/Mk 3:1-6 24 Thu Heb 7:25 8:6/Mk 3:7-12 25 Fri Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22/Mk 16:15-18 26 Sat 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Mk 3:20-21 27 SUN Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10/1 Cor 12:12-30 or 12:12-14, 27/Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21
PLEASE connect to the St. Anselm website (www.stanselmsudbury.org) and then select the Amazon logo to connect to all of Amazon to search and select your purchases. St. Anselm receives a percentage of the advertising fees for all purchases from Amazon made using the link on our home page. Thank you. WEEKDAY MASSES IN THE WINTER Please note that if schools in Sudbury or Framingham are cancelled or delayed due to weather there will not be morning Mass on that weekday. If you are new to the Church please contact the Rectory 978-443-8981 or stanselm@verizon.net if you would like to join our community. No matter what your past or present status in the Catholic Church No matter what your current family or marital situation No matter what your current personal history, age, background, race, etc. No matter what your own self image No matter where you are on life's journey You are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved and respected here at St. Anselm! St. Anselm Church New Member Registration Form or Prayer Partner Name: Address: City/Town/Zip: Phone/Cell: E-Mail Address: Family Members: Date: