HOLY CROSS PARISH COMMUNITY Founded and Staffed by the Congregation of Holy Cross Visit us on Facebook at: Holy Cross Parish Easton, MA Mission Statement Holy Cross Parish, a community centered in the Eucharist, is committed in faith and love of Jesus Christ to fulfill the profoundly human and spiritual needs of its parishioners and the larger community it serves. We seek to inspire all, through deeds and by example, to do the work of Christ: to make God known, loved, and served. Pastoral Staff Fr. Brad Metz, C.S.C., Pastor Marie Chabot, Director of Faith Formation Gail Shea, Parish Secretary Fr. Jim Preskenis, C.S.C., Parochial Vicar Christopher Iannitelli, Director Of Music Paul Celia, Plant Manager Deacon George Zarella, Pastoral Associate Deborah Kelley, Finance Contact Information 225 Purchase Street Easton, MA 02375 Phone - (508) 238-2235 Web Address - www.holycrosseaston.org Please submit bulletin notices to the office in writing by 9 a.m. on Tuesdays Office Hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mass Schedule Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - Sunday: 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday - 9:00 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation - 9:00 a.m. & 7 p.m. Sacraments Baptism: Contact a member of the pastoral team to schedule a baptism for your child or for preparation for adult baptism. Sacrament of Christian Marriage: Please contact one of the priests eight months to a year in advance to schedule your wedding and begin preparations. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday from 3:15-3:45 p.m. or anytime by appointment. Sacrament of the Sick: This sacrament is available to anyone who is ill. Please let us know if you or anyone you know is hospitalized or homebound. Welcome Please introduce yourselves and register in order to become a member of this community of believers. We welcome your gifted presence in the life of our parish.
HOLY CROSS CHURCH Jesus said to him in reply, It also, says, you shall not put the Lord, Your God, to the test. (Luke 4:12) Dear Friends: How can I help others without demanding anything for myself? This year has already proven to be a very busy time for life in our area. In January, we opened our doors to the public in our new "forever home". We are so excited to be in a location that lends itself to attracting many women pregnant with both wanted and unwanted babies. Our work can be difficult, but due to the support of people like you, we continue to speak the truth to women seeking help. Lenten Stations of the Cross are celebrated every Friday evening of Lent at 7 p.m. in the church. Enhance your observance of Lent by participating in this commemoration of the passion and death of the Lord. Our Lenten Fish Bake will precede Stations at 5-7 p.m. on March 29. On Friday, April 12, there will be a Simple Soup Supper at 5:30 p.m. followed by Living Stations of the Cross by parish Youth. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to do the following this past year: Provide free diapers, wipes and baby items for over 50 children each and every month through the entire year Provided ultrasound imaging to over 60 women since the end of September Provided counseling and medical services to women in 30 different area towns Provided Abortion Pill Reversal services to 2 women in 2018 and have three beautiful new babies saved from abortion, after it already started! Provided groups of post-abortive men and women with healing support allowing many to speak of their abortions; some for the very first time. The music ministry is always looking for new members at all masses! Vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome. If you are given a gift or a talent, who better to share it with than each other and the One who gave it to you. Please see Director of Music Chris Iannitelli after mass, if interested. He can also be reached at ciannitelli@holycrosseaston.com. On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, please know how grateful we are for your support in what God is doing in and through Abundant Hope. We re excited to continue showing the community Christ s love in all we do. We know that we could not do this without your prayerful and financial support. My records indicate that that last May you blessed us with an incredible Baby Bottle Drive netting $1722.00! May we count on you to assist us again this year? Please plan to visit us at our new office located at 152 Emory Street, Unit 4 in the rear. You may join us during our Open House on March 30 from 8am - noon or give us a call and we will set up a more convenient time. We re excited to show you our beautiful new home. God Bless, Darlene Howard Executive Director Abundant Hope PRC Lenten Holy Hour will be held in the church every Saturday of Lent from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., with an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. 2
SOUTH EASTON, MA Monday, March 18 7 p.m.: Taunton Deanery Lenten Mission, St. Ann s Church Tuesday, March 19 7 p.m.: Taunton Deanery Lenten Mission, St. Andrew s Church 7 p.m.: Parish Council Wednesday, March 20 9:30 a.m.: A Walk in Their Shoes, Dementia Information 9:30 a.m.: Coffee After Morning Mass 6 p.m.: Children s Choir Rehearsal 7 p.m.: Taunton Deanery Lenten Mission, St. Andrew s Church Thursday, March 21 9 a.m.: Mass and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament 6:30 p.m.: Adult Choir Rehearsal Friday, March 22 9:30 a.m.: Bible Study 7 p.m.: Stations of the Cross 7 p.m.: Women s Cursillo Reunion Saturday, March 23 7:30 a.m.: Men s Cursillo Reunion 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Lenten Holy Hour Sunday, March 24 8:30 a.m.: Children s Liturgy of the Word 9:30-11 a.m.: Faith Formation, Section 2, Grades 1-5 12 p.m.: Sacrament of Confirmation 2:30 p.m.: Sacrament of Confirmation 4 p.m.: Teen Ensemble Rehearsal March 23 & 24 Lectors Altar Servers Communion Ministers 4 p.m. Bill Sullivan Angie Alphonse Janine Couture Diane Cheevers Caitlin Peloquin Teresa Connor Kevin Dixon Lori Dixon Kathy emerson 8:30 a.m. Mike Farrell Ann Farrell Joyce Isiminger Diane Jussaume Mark Jussaume Stephanie Coose Robin Durgin-King 10:00 a.m. Greg Connly Connor Dhooge Susan Williams Joe Kennedy Bob Wood Steve Allen Pat Brophy-Signori Rose Cappiello Donna Cunha Bob Cunha Looking Ahead March 31: Mass of Anointing, 11:30 a.m. The Respect Life Committee will meet on Monday March 25th at 9:30 a.m. in the parish center following the 9:00 a.m. daily mass. Our committee meets regularly to proclaim the dignity and sanctity of all human life, a gift from God. Together we work towards protecting and nurturing life at every stage of its existence. The question for discussion will be: When may medical therapies, procedures, equipment and the like be withheld or withdrawn from a patient? Join us as we discuss relevant and timely topics and ways to save lives. Share your knowledge and ideas. All are welcome. For more information and questions please contact: Claire Smith 508 238-1899; claire.smith@comcast.net. Thank you! A Walk in Their Shoes A representative from the Residences at Five Corners will offer a 30 minute program called: A Walk in their Shoes on Wednesday March 20th at 9:30 in the morning. This program is open to all in order to better understand a person with dementia. Please join us for coffee and conversation in the Great Room. Please recycle this bulletin. 3
MARCH 17, 2019 163 households have thus far sponsored 237 days to cover our $112 per day utility costs. We have thus far raised $26,593 toward our goal of $40.880 to cover this year s bills. Thank you to the following parishioners who sponsored a day or days in March: Greg and Diane Hart Stephen White Denise Urquhart Louis and Jeanne Silva Daniel Crane Frank and Maeve Paul The O Reilly family Mark and Diane Jussaume Virginia Polanski Sidney Smith Joyce Isiminger Judith and Bernard LaFerriere Kevin and Penny Brennan Christopher & Suzanne Carey George and Maura Tyrrell Steven Meissner Thomas Aborn Laura Butler David Catinella John and Bonnie Witiaz Teresa Aker Mary O Brien William and Elizabeth Morgan We have assigned parishioners to days they have sponsored and will publish them as the months fill. We are already filled through July. 5 months to go! Bible Study meets on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. and Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Both groups are beginning a study of a program entitled Fulfilled: Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism. It reveals God's plan for our worship of him and his relationship with us. Some of the topics we will discuss are: Keeping time with God; A Kingdom of Priests; Sacrificial Love; Immersed in His Grace. Come. Everyone is welcome. For more information - call Fran Long (508) 238 2255 or email franlong313@gmail.com PLEASE JOIN US!! AUGUST 5-10, 2019 WHO- OPEN TO AGES 14-17 and Chaperones WHERE- Shine Catholic Mission Trips in Burlington VT. We will be housed at the local High School with plenty of room and on site showers. WHY- To help the elderly and needy in a Christ centered environment We only have 20 spots reserved for teens and chaperones. If you or your child are interested in joining us please register ASAP. The cost is $250 per person for the trip due by 4/1/2019. Easton Knights of Columbus Announce Scholarship Richard Bear Mathers/Easton K of C Council 238 The Easton Knights of Columbus is seeking applications from graduating high school seniors for our annual scholarships. Each scholarship shall be awarded to an applicant accepted and enrolled in any degree-awarding accredited college, junior college or preparatory school for the 2019/2020 academic year. The scholarship winner shall be chosen by a committee consisting of Knights of Columbus members and Mathers family members who shall consider the life experience of all applicants including an individual s academic performance; participation in extracurricular activities; and most importantly, exhibition of a commitment to share with and give of self to others. Interested individuals (particularly those individuals related to past or present Knights of Columbus members) are encourage to apply by letter to: Knights of Columbus, c/o Attorney Dennis Nolan, PO Box 397, North Easton, Ma. 02356, on or before April 30, 2019. 4 The parish fiscal year runs from July 1 st through June 30 th. As of February 28, we are 36 weeks into our fiscal year. Our collection results are as follows: Amount budgeted: $341,000 Amount collected: $318,9221 Shortfall: $22,078 Thank you for your support of our parish. Our next Spiritual Book club meeting with be at 7:15 on April 8th with Fran Long leading a discussion on The Gospel Without Compromise by Catherine De Hueck Doherty. Contact persons: Virginia Polanski vpolanski145@verizon.net and Gary Donahue garyd1891@gmail.com Please join us and bring a friend!
THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT The Health Ministry has been offering blood pressure screenings for many years and over these years we encouraged those folks with high readings to see their Primary Care Providers, often resulting in treatment. This past year, 2018, we had 57 visits to our screenings after masses. We need help to continue with this important service. If you are a licensed professional who is trained in taking blood pressures and can give up a few minutes of your time the second weekend of the month, please call or email Ginny Croak RN, at 508-238-2235 or vcroak@hollycrosseaston.org. Thank you Saturday, March 16 4:00 p.m.: Mark Petrucci, 2nd Anniversary requested by his mother and family Sunday, March 17 8:30 a.m.: Laura Roberts, Birthday Remembrance requested by the LaFerriere family 10:00 a.m. Dorothy LeBreton requested by Nancy and Gary Donahue 5:30 p.m.: Robert James requested by the Tarallo family Saturday, March 23 4:00 p.m.: John Voltolini, 2nd Anniversary requested by his wife and children Sunday, March 24 8:30 a.m.: Judy Fasoli, 4th anniversary requested by Dan Fasoli 10:00 a.m. Gerald Toomey, 1st Anniversary and Birthday requested by Claire Toomey 12:00p.m.: For all Confirmation candidates and their families 2:30 p.m.: For all Confirmation candidates and their families 5:30 p.m.: Ali Hamilton, 6th Anniversary requested by her mother Terri Hamilton If you are a family member whose loved one is being remembered in the Mass and would like to bring the gifs to the altar, please see one of the priests or ushers prior to the start of mass. Please join us at 8:40 a.m., Monday through Friday, to pray the rosary before morning mass, and on Saturday at 8:15 a.m. in the Brother Andre Chapel. Morning Mass Remember that morning mass is celebrated in the Brother Andre Chapel in the parish center Monday through Friday at 9:00 a.m., except Thursday when mass is followed by Benediction and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the church. 5
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