Welcome to: The Parishes of Our Lady of Mount Carmel-St. Ann and Our Lady of Loreto MASS SCHEDULE LORD S DAY MASSES Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00, 10:00, and 11:30 a.m. DAILY MASS Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. HOLY DAY MASSES Vigil: 7:00 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 private appointment. MASS SCHEDULE LORD S DAY MASSES Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. DAILY MASS Monday, Tuesday, and Friday at 8:00 a.m. in the Parish Center Chapel HOLY DAY MASSES 8:00 a.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday at 3:00-3:45 p.m. or by private appointment. 24 Mulberry St., Worcester, MA 01605 Mailing address: 28 Mulberry St., Worcester, MA 01605 Parish telephone: 508-797-4546 Parish fax: 508-755-3506 Religious Education: 508-791-6139 Parish e-mail: lisaolmc@gmail.com Parish Website: www.mtcarmel.ws 33 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA 01604 Parish telephone: 508-753-5001 Parish fax: 508-754-1537 Religious Education - 508-753-5773 Parish e-mail - clergy@ourladyofloreto.net Parish Hall - 508-799-2445 Deacon Paul (home) - 508-886-2856 Liturgical Music - 508-865-5748 Rev. Msgr. F. Stephen Pedone, Pastor Rev. Jesus E. Martinez, Assoc. Pastor Most Rev. George E. Rueger, in residence Gerald Montiverdi, Deacon Joan D Argenis, Director of Religious Education Maria Sciannameo, RCIA Director Mr. Scott Olson, Organist Mr. Michael Garceau, Organist/Wedding Ministry Gloria Caprioi, Safe Environment Coordinator Lisa Fenuccio, Administrative Assistant Phyllis Lynch, Secretary MINISTERIAL STAFF Paul T. Audette, Deacon Mr. Michael Sacco, Mr. Joseph Sama - Finance Ms. Joan Venincasa, Mr. John DaSilva, Mr. Michael Garceau - Music Ms. Virginia Lelakis, Safe Environment Ms. Julia Tufano - Office Mr. John Oliver, Hospitality Ministry SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM To schedule a baptism at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, please call 508-797-4546. To schedule a baptism at Our Lady of Loreto Church, please call 508-753-5001. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY To schedule a wedding at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, please call 508-797-4546. To schedule a wedding at Our Lady of Loreto Church, please call 508-753-5001. 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 508-797-4546 or 508-753-5001. PARISH REGISTRATION To become a registered member of either parish, please call 508-797-4546 or 508-753-5001.
OUR LADY OF LORETO PARISH OCTOBER 18, 2015 2015-2016 Religious Education News for Our Lady of Loreto The 2015 2016 Religious Education year has begun. Classes for Grades 1-9 and for Confirmation are on Sunday mornings immediately following the 9:30 Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes (10:30 11:45 am). Contact Joe Caforio at 978-808-8583 or Deacon Paul at 508-753-5001 if you would like more information or for a registration form. Confirmation will be held on Sunday, November 22 at 3 pm at St. Paul s Cathedral. All public school students need to be enrolled in Religious Education classes. In addition, all public, parochial and private school students need to be enrolled in Grade 2 (First Penance & Communion) and Grade 10 (Confirmation) classes. Our Lady of Loreto NOVEMBER- FEST Saturday, November 21, 2015 One month to go!! Our plans are coming along nicely. Please volunteer your Time, Talent & Treasure!!Our co-chairmen are Elaine Beaudry (508 835-4592) and Julie Tufano (508-757-3170). Contact the following to donate or help: Diane Grasseschi Basket Raffle 508-791-1033 Jeannie Caricchio Pastry/Cookies/Pies 508-753-2106 Flo Dionne Country Crafts 508-755-2816 Debbie Woods Candy 508-755-5885 Rose Smith Handbags/Purses 774-242-2440 Julie Tufano Christmas 508-757-3170 Maybe you can think of something we overlooked. Novemberfest will be successful if everyone participates!!! Remember that you must be CORI checked if you want to participate. Call Ginny Lelakis @ 508 792-2750 for details. BEREAVEMENT MASS - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH AT 4:00 PM MASS During the month of November the Church remembers her beloved death. At this Mass we will pray especially for parishioners who died since last November. If you would like a beloved loved one who has died prayed for at this Mass, please call the parish office at 508-753-5001. Rite of Enrollment for 1 st Communion and Confirmation Candidates The Rite of Enrollment for 1 st Communion and Confirmation candidates will be held on Sunday, October 25 at the 10:30 am Mass at Our Lady of Loreto. We ask our parishes to remember these young people in their prayers as they prepare for these important sacramental experiences. 1 st Communion Anthony Burdulis Isabella Martin Colton Carpenter Isabel McCaffrey Antonio Cordero Aislyn Silva Gianna DiPietro Brady Lloyd Dylan Steele Dominic Toscano Delina Verdini Confirmation Allie Benoit Michael Nelson Olivia Brindisi Tyler Robertson Phoebe Burden Erica Roy Logan Calcagni Cris Sampaio Victoria Cestodio Nicholas Sasso Anthony Clemente Ryan Saucier Emily DeSouza Gino Serra Samantha Hanam Cameron Sieger River Houde Mackenzie Thorne Ryan Lanava Tori Thorne Mia Monopoli Katie Vanasse Maria Nowak Lauren Wyse UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday, October 25 1-3 pm: St. Peter Marian Junior- Senior H.S. Open House Call Julie Kreuz, Director of Advancement & Admissions, at 508-852-5555, ext. 114 for more information. Sunday, Nov. 1 12-2 pm Holy Name Jr./Sr. Central Catholic H.S. Open House. LIFE AND REMEMBRANCE: Saturday, Nov.7, 2015, 7:30 pm, Salem Covenant Church, 215 E. Mountain St., Worcester. Salisbury Singers will present The Gift of Life: Six Canticles of Creation, one of the first performances in New England. In addition, they will present Requiem for the Living. For tickets, call 508-799-3848 or visit www.salisburysingers.org. Saturday, Nov. 14 9am-3pm Blessed Sacrament Craft Fair, 551 Pleasant St., Phelan Center @ Blessed Sacrament Church. Miramar Retreats for Nov: 121 Parks St., Duxbury, MA 781-585-2460, www.miramarretreat.org Nov. 7-Four Tasks of Mourning Nov. 12 - Mini Retreat for Women Nov.21 Marriage Prep SANCTUARY CANDLE REMEMBRANCE AT LORETO OCTOBER 19-OCTOBER 25 CHURCH SANCTUARY CANDLE Theresa Saulnier By Son, Jerry
THE TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 18, 2015 Mark Your Calendar Mon., Oct. 19-10am-4pm UMass Care Mobile @ Loreto 3:00 pm - Prayer Group @ Lourdes Tues., Oct. 20 7:00 pm Knights of Columbus @ Loreto Sun., Oct. 25-10:30 am - Rite of Enrollment for First Communion and Confirmation Candidates @ Loreto, followed by Confessions for Confirmation Candidates. 10:30-11:45 am Religious Education for Grades 1-10 @ Lourdes 11:30 am - RCIA @ Loreto Loreto Financial Stewardship For the week ending October 11, 2015 Income Offertory $2,271.00 Rental Income 500.00 Maintenance 61.00 Fuel 15.00 All Souls 11.00 Candles 11.00 Mass Stipends 10.00 TOTAL $2,879.00 Excluding monies restricted to specific needs, we paid the following bills with this week s deposit and from our reserve in the checking account: Expenses Repairs & maintenance $915.50 Salaries & Wages 436.00 Mass Stipends (September) 265.00 Organists 250.00 Rectory Household 179.40 Lawn Maintenance (September) 120.00 Office Expense 111.28 Envelope Monitoring 51.64 Mass Coverage 50.00 TOTAL $2,378.82 The Finance Committee has determined that we need to collect $5,380 weekly to meet our financial obligations. PARISH CENSUS We are attempting to obtain a more accurate count of the households and individuals who make up our parish population to help us in future planning. Soon you will be receiving a letter and parish registration form, which we ask you to complete and return to the parish office. Registration forms are also available in the church s vestibule. We are grateful for your anticipated cooperation. Mass Intentions for Our Lady of Loreto SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2015 4:00 pm Joan Hitner By Bernadette Ostromecki TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 18, 2015 10:30 am Jane Generelli By Cousin, Joan MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015 STS. JOHN DE BREBEUF & ISAAC JOGUES AND COMPANIONS 8:00 am John Kris By Julia Lemaitis TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2015 ST. PAUL OF THE CROSS 8:00 am Kristina Naikelis By Vanda Ramonas FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2015 ST. JOHN OF CAPISTRANO 8:00 am Ronald Beaudry By Lou Tripodi SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2015 ST. ANTHONY MARY CLARET 4:00 pm Arthur Porcaro (5A), Asunta Porcaro (A) & Ignazio Colombo (B) By Rose Porcaro Confessions: 3:00 pm at Loreto Members THIRTIETH of the family SUNDAY requesting IN ORDINARY the Mass are asked TIME to bring the gifts of bread OCTOBER and wine 25, to the 2015 altar. Please make 10:30 yourselves am Loretta known Prestianni to the Hospitality & Mary Ministers Catapano and position yourselves when By Debbie it is convenient & Jerry to Woods join the And Offertory Procession. James Toscano (11A) By Wife, Carol & Family 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 Hospitality Ministers and position yourselves when it is convenient to join the Offertory Procession. C NOTE WEEKEND During the weekend of October 24 th and 25 th we will undertake this special collection for emergency parish needs. You will be receiving a special envelope in the mail in which we ask that you enclose $100 (or more) and place it in the collection. The roof of the parish center was damaged during last winter, the furnace in the church had to be replaced and we recently had to replace the electrical panel in the church. We had to obtain emergency loans from the Diocese for the repairs to the church. Please respond generously to this appeal. THANK YOU! Rest in Peace We, the parish community of Our Lady of Loreto, extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Roger Lizotte. May God grant him peace forever and bring comfort to his family and friends.
THE TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 18, 2015 WEEKEND COLLECTION OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL 10/10/2015 & 10/11/2015 4:00 PM Mass $1,055.00 8:00 AM Mass $869.00 10:00 AM Mass $901.00 11:30 AM Mass $896.00 Shared Envelopes $285.00 Total Mass Collections $4,006.00 Special Collections: Weekend Envelopes mailed in $693.00 All Souls $25.00 Assumption $12.00 Catholic Schools $15.00 Ecumenical Council $288.00 World Mission Sunday $30.00 Capital Campaign $219.00 On-Line Giving $335.00 Candle Offering $243.00 Total $1,860.00 Restricted Funds $264.00 Unrestricted Funds $5,602.00 Total $5,866.00 The Finance Committee has determined that we need to collect $9,400 each week to meet our current expenses. Thank you for your continued support of Our Lady of Mount Carmel-St. Ann parish. BEREAVEMENT MASS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH AT 10:00 AM MASS During the month of November the Church remembers her beloved death. At this Mass we will pray especially for parishioners who died since last November. If you would like a beloved loved one who has died prayed for at this Mass, please call the parish office 508-797-4546. BISHOP REILLY Many of you have asked for more information regarding the Knights of Columbus special Exemplification honoring Bishop Reilly on Sunday November 1, 2015. There are 2 parts of the day that the public are invited to attend. Mass- 10:15am at the Cathedral. Bishop McManus is the celebrant. Dinner- 5:30pm at Mechanics Hall with cocktails starting at 4pm the price is $45pp For tickets contact Nino Giamei (774)232-0295 RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS) The Parish RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) program at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann 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 wants to learn more about the teachings of the Church. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann parish will begin its RCIA program on Wednesday October 28, 2015 at 6:30 pm at the center. For more information please contact Maria at 508-842-7604 or email mls352@yahoo.com. Please give your name, and contact information. Or call the center at 508-797-4546. OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL ADULT ED Adult Education classes will continue on Monday, October 19th at 7:00 pm at the center. All adults are welcome to join us for these continuing education opportunities. We will continue our discussion, study/unpacking of the Creed as well as great fellowship. Please join us, you'll enjoy it! If you have any questions, or would like more information, please contact Maria @ 508-842-7604. TRIP TO SOUTHERN ITALY MAY 12-23, 2016 You are invited to join us on this beautiful trip to southern Italy and Sicily, featuring Taormina, Alberobello, and the Amalfi coast. The trip is being organized through AAA Travel and Collette Tours. It will be an enjoyable trip at a reasonable cost. Seating is limited. Informational packets are available at the entrances to the church. You may also call Linda Burke at 508-853-7000 x3324 for more information. Informational brochures are located at the entrances to the church. PASTORAL COUNCIL AND FINANCE COMMIT- TEE WILL MEET AT 6:00 P.M. ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 IN THE PARISH CENTER. Looking for Catholic Programming? WCCA TV, formerly Ch. 13 but now found on Ch. 194 in Worcester airs Diocese Specials every Tuesday at 8pm. Also streaming live online on Tuesdays at 8pm at wccatv.com.
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL ST. ANN PARISH OCTOBER 18, 2015 Saturday, October 17, 2015 4:00 p.m. Vera Sbrogna (3rd Anniversary) by Husband Peter and Claire Pecorelli by Family Sunday, October 18, 2015 8:00 a.m. Antonio Travaglio by Family Eleanor B. D Elia (First Anniversary) by Family Sunday, October 18, 2015 10:00 a.m. The Rosati Family and Cariglia Family by Family Columbus Day Mass Sons of Italy Sunday, October 18, 2015 11:30 a.m. Marguerite, Ernest and Lorraine Caffone and Mary Altomare Caffone by Bill Caffone Steven DiRoberto (3rd Anniversary) b Family Monsignor Rocco Piccolomini by Our Lady of Mount Carmel Knights of Columbus Monday, October 19, 2015 7:00 a.m. Ida Evangelista by Husband and Family Tuesday, October 20, 2015 7:00 a.m. Richard Collaro, Andrew and Rose Collaro by Family Wednesday, October 21, 2015 7:00 a.m. Monsignor Rocco Piccolomini (Month s Mind) Thursday, October 22, 2015 7:00 a.m. Monsignor Rocco Piccolomini (Month s Mind) by David and Barbara Lamacchia Friday, October 23, 2015 7:00 a.m. The People of the Parish Saturday, October 24, 2015 4:00 p.m. Fred, Catherine, Joe, David and Sue Petrone by Family Capt. Lawrence Gemma (2nd Anniversary) by Family and Friends Sunday, October 25, 2015 8:00 a.m. Frank Scioscia Antoinetta and Arturo Fraioli by Josie DelloStritto and Family Sunday, October 25, 2015 10:00 a.m. Anna Maria Pascucci by Carmen and Esther Lonardo Helen and Robert Moylan by Children Sunday, October 25, 2015 11:30 a.m. Rodgers E. Deloriea by Wife and Family Giuliano Taffuri and Giovanna Stellato by Daughter and Family THIS WEEK OUR SANCTUARY LAMPS ARE DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF: Mario A. Chilorio (7th Anniversary) By wife Mary and Family Please pray for the sick of our parish: Anna Perro, Francis Caffone, Susan Stomski, Donna Grasseschi, Lori Blackwell, Carmella Szklarz, Matteo Fiore, Matthew Hicks, Henry Penny, Patrick Loconto, Eleanor Lupisella, Butch Rano, Mary O Connor, Christina Rovezzi, Christopher Collazo, Eleanor Gaudenzi, Eileen Biziewski, Patricia Naples, Paula Mari, Sim Simone, Cathy Coffey, Mary Ciuffredo, Mildred Bassan, Vincent Pusateri, Debbie Caffone, Carol Youngstrom, Juana E. Pignataro, Joseph Lapomardo, Joseph Ginskus, Philip Powers, Ethel Toney, Marcia DiLeo, Vincent DiLeo, Johnny Mero, Virginia Czubrynsk and Karen Remian May the Lord give them strength, courage and healing. SAFE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING We have scheduled a few Safe Environment Training sessions at the Parish Center. First, on Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and also Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. All sessions are conducted by our Safe Environment Coordinator Gloria Caprioli. This training session is required by the Diocese if you are a lector, minister of Holy Communion, religious education instructor, cantor, usher or volunteer. The training lasts about an hour or so. If you received a letter stating that you still need to be trained please make every effort to attend. OUR LADY OF SORROWS Our Lady of Sorrows will hold their monthly meeting along with their annual Halloween party Wednesday, October 28, 2015 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall Costumes are optional. 40 DAYS FOR LIFE On Tuesday, October 27 from 2-4 pm, rain or shine, Our Lady of Mount Carmel parishioners have an opportunity to join together, individuals and families, in prayer for the safety of life in the womb. This prayerful gathering will be held across the street from Planned Parenthood and next to Problem Pregnancy at 495 Chandler Street. Please join us as we pray in support of babies and their Moms and Dads.
THE TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 18, 2015 OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL ST. ANN GOLDEN YEARS CLUB Program for the Month October 2015 October 20, 2015 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. VNA Keep Well Clinic Blood Pressure Etc. 10:00 A.M. Socializing 12:00 NOON Lunch Followed by Social. October 27, 2015 10:00 A.M. Socializing 10:30 A.M. Halloween Party 12:00 NOON Lunch Followed by Social. REMINDER --- PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING FOOD FOR THE POOR --- FOOD FOR OUR FOOD BANK---DONATIONS FOR THE FOOD BANK HAVE BEEN VERY LOW---IF MEMBERS DONATE ONE ITEM EVERY TUESDAY FOR THE FOOD BANK IT WILL BE VERY HELPFUL. PIE BAKING DAY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 3:30 P.M. Please bring a cutting board, peeler, knife, big spoon, corer and a big bowl. If you would like to help or need more information please email me at joan_dargenis@yahoo.com. We also are in need of donations of sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Any donation will be appreciated. I am also looking for help at Holy Cross on October 8 at 5:00 8:00 THE CHRISTMAS SHOW WALTHAM REAGLE PLAYERS Saturday December 12 Bus Leaves at 10:30 a.m., show is at 12:00 p.m., dinner follows at the Chateau Restaurant in Waltham. Cost - $85.00. This includes the bus, show and food. The one Boston Christmas spectacle guaranteed to warm any heart! Children of all ages are enchanted by Santa s Workshop, Teddy Bears Nutcracker, and Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, Victorian Christmas, precision dancers and The Living Nativity. A cast of 200 comes gift wrapped in fabulous holiday sets and costumes - all backed by a full, professional orchestra. PARISH FOOD PANTRY Through your generosity, we are able to help families in our local area with food. Please drop off food items in the white cart in the rear of the church. Your donations make a big difference to some one who is hungry. Many thanks! Stew and Story was held on Thursday, October 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Parish Center where we enjoyed a visit by Edgar Allan Poe and a hearty bowl of stew. Edgar Allan Poe (portrayed by Rob Velella) returned from beyond the grave for this special reading. OPEN HOUSES Sunday, Oct.18, 1-3 PM: St. Mary s Schools, Grades PreK 12, 50 Richards St., Worcester, MA. Call 508-753- 1170 or visit www.stmarysworcester.org for more information. Sunday, October 25. 1-3 pm: St. Peter Marian Junior- Senior H.S. Call Julie Kreuz, Director of Advancement & Admissions, at 508-852-5555, ext. 114 for more information. PURE IN HEART WORCESTER, a group of young adult Catholics (ages 18 to 35) who are committed to the pro-life cause, living the Catholic faith, and studying St. John Paul s Theology of the Body, invites young adult Catholics to meet with them every 3rd Thursday of the month @ 7 pm at St. Therese Chapel located behind St. Mary s Parish, 20 Summer St., Shrewsbury, MA, for Mass, Adoration with the Rosary, dinner and discussion. 29TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME For the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many. (Mark 10:45) If you held a mirror up to your life, would it reflect God s love and grace? If you are struggling with this, try changing your attitude from I want more to thank you God for everything you have given me, I have enough to share. This change in perspective will bring you joy through service to others.
End of Bulletin Church Name: Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel St. Ann City: Worcester Account Number: 04-0513 Routing Code: Y Run: 15 Editor: