MAY 13/SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER ST. ELIZABETH SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH Parish & Religious Education Staff Rev. Msgr. John P. Quinn Pastor (ext. 113) Rev. David A. Harris Parochial Vicar (ext. 117) Sr. Rosemary Crowley Pastoral Associate ( ext. 125) Paula O Grady Office Manager (ext. 123) Jacklynn LaRose Bookkeeper (ext. 119) Bernadette Berry Receptionist (ext.110) Organists: Gerald Leblond (880-8474) Justin McCarthy (488-5505) Mark Lajoie 9 am Contemp. Choir (206-5966 ) Christine Saltzman Family Faith Director (ext. 112) Gertrude Hammond Director Grades 1-6 (ext. 134) Carrie Soucy Grs. 7-10 Director and Youth Minister (ext. 124) St. Elizabeth Seton Parish is a loving, welcoming community of worshippers in the Catholic tradition. Our mission is to share the Good News of Christ through the celebration of sacraments, liturgy, and unconditional service to all. We welcome all visitors to our Parish. We hope that you will experience our love for God and neighbor. If you are new to our community, we are grateful to the Lord for your presence. 190 Meetinghouse Road Bedford, NH 03110-6027 Phone: (603) 669-7444 Fax: (603) 644-5371 E-Mail: sesparish@comcast.net
SAINT ELIZABETH SETON PARISH Saturday, May 12 4:30 pm Amelia Carollo Sunday, May 13 7:30 am Jaime Fernandes & Ana Roxo 9:00 am Mr. & Mrs. Edward Zandri Dante Ligi & Dina Casavecchia 10:30 am Genevieve A. Williams Salvatore Barcia 12:00 pm Maurice Hebert Monday, May 14 7:30 am Mr. & Mrs. Clifford Patton Patrick Cote Tuesday, May 15 7:30 am Stanislava Lydia Riley Eric Zaens Wednesday, May 16 5:30 pm Armand Dorval Debra Durant Thursday, May 17 7:30 am Timothy Patrick Boughter Friday, May 18 7:30 am The living & deceased members of the Parish Saturday, May 19 4:30 pm Doris Cormier 4th Anniversary Sunday, May 20 7:30 am Michael Tremblay 9:00 am Genevieve Williams 1st Anniversary 10:30 am Donna Anctil 12:00 pm Donald Martel New Youth Ministry Apprentice! We are pleased to welcome Alexandra Sullivan, our new Youth Ministry Apprentice! Alex will be joining the Youth Ministry team here at St. Elizabeth Seton beginning in June. Along with Carrie and Karol, Alex will support the activities of our youth at St. Elizabeth s and she is looking forward to getting to know all our young parishioners! Stop by and meet her after masses June 2 nd and 3 rd! Preston Feery & Melissa Lonie II 1 Mother's Day Prayer Loving God, as a mother gives nourishment to her children, so you watch over your Church. Bless these women, that they may be strengthened as Christian mothers. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters, May honor them always with a spirit of profound respect. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen. We Remember James Kennedy Who entered new and eternal life in Christ. Our parish condolences are extended to his family. Grant to all our dearly departed eternal rest, O Lord, and may your light shine on them forever. Amen. Catholic Charities is there, answering the increasing cries for assistance. Your gift today will help answer those cries; strengthening families, teaching life-changing skills, and creating opportunities that move lives forward. Your gift is the outstretched hand that brings hope to families. Offertory Collection Weekend of May 5-6, 2018 Envelopes (741) $17,707.24 Loose $ 3,478.00 Grand Total $21,185.24 Weekend of May 6-7, 2017 $16,776.68
BEDFORD UPCOMING EVENTS BIRTHRIGHT Mother s Day Flower Sale This weekend BIRTHRIGHT will be selling carnations for a suggested donation of $1.00 each. Please plan to buy flowers to support this worthwhile organization. Your donation will help women and their babies find fullness of life. PARISH NURSE PROGRAMS Free Blood Pressure Screening & Nurse Consultation Tuesday, May 15, 2018 8:30-10:30 am Church Hall Fit Forever Chair Exercise Program The Fit Forever Chair Exercise Program meets Tuesdays, at 9 am in the Church Hall. This free program is a workout at 3 different levels, for men and women 55 and older. If you have any questions, please call the Parish Office at 669-7444. Start saving your books! All donations made to the Hannaford at 4 Jenkins Road in Bedford (along Route 101) will be donated to Saint Elizabeth Seton's Youth Programs during the weeks of May 20th - June 2nd, 2018 Bereavement Support Group Begins Wed., June 6th Have you or someone you know lost a loved one? The next 4 week Bereavement Support Group will meet on Wednesdays beginning June 6th. Meetings will be held at 7:00 pm in the Parish Activity Center in Room 10. No pre-registration is required. Blood Drive Thursday, June 14th 2 pm-7 pm - Parish Activity Center The Knights of Columbus Council # 12988 of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish is sponsoring a blood drive to assist the American Red Cross. It is recommended that donors schedule their appointments rather than walking-in by either visiting the Red Cross web site at www.redcrossblood.org, clicking on Enter Sponsor Code, entering sponsor code 8088, and following the site s instructions; or, by calling 1-800-448-3543. Last year, as a parish team, we raised almost $1,000 for New Horizons/Families In Transition! Join us this year! It s great exercise, a great cause, a great family activity and lots of fun! Open for parishioners of all ages. For more details, go to our website or contact Carrie Soucy at the parish office at 669-7444. SAVE THE DATE Thursday August 23, 2018 7:05pm Fisher Cats vs. Portland Sea Dogs St. Elizabeth Seton Parish Family Game Night of Baseball & Fireworks Info. to follow in future bulletins. 2
SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER St. Elizabeth Seton Religious Education Summer 2018 AND September thru May 2018-2019 NOW Available online or In the parish office Summer Religious Education Two week sessions: Grades 3-6 Session I Weeks of July 9 and July 16 Session II Weeks July 23 and July 30 Grades 7 & 8 One session Weeks of July 9 and July 16 Confirmation Grades 9 &10 One session June 25-June 29 Beginning Fall 2018 Weekly Religious Education Grades 1-6 Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday 4:15 to 5:15pm Grades 7 12 See next page for details OR Family Faith Formation Monthly Sunday Mornings: 9am-12noon Family Faith Mornings Include: 9am Mass, Breakfast, Family Session, Peer Sessions Classes and youth ministry sessions are made possible by the many young adults and adults who commit their time as catechists or core team members. These are students, parents, relatives and parishioners who volunteer their faith, time and talent. Please consider catechetical or core team ministry and contact Carrie, Christine or Gertrude in the parish office for more information. Christine Saltzman Gertrude Hammond Carrie Soucy Family Faith Formation Religious Education Junior High/High School 3
MAY 13, 2018 With the goal of embracing Bishop Libasci s call to life long faith formation, we are pleased to announce these new initiatives! For Grades 9 12 (Candidates for Confirmation are asked to participate in a minimum of seven sessions of their choosing) 1st and 3rd Sundays Starting September 16, 2018 1:00 2:30 p.m. For Grades 7 & 8 (Candidates for Confirmation are asked to participate in a minimum of seven sessions of their choosing) 2nd and 4th Sundays Starting September 23, 2018 1:00 2:30 p.m. Immediate Sacramental Prep For High School Youth and parents/sponsors: Saturday, January 12, OR March 16, 2019 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For Jr. High School Youth and parents/sponsors: Saturday, January 26, 2019 OR April 13, 2019 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A signupgenius will be sent out in advance so you can choose what date works best for you. Also, if you have children in high school and junior high, feel free to have them participate in one of these sessions at the same time. Process leading up to Immediate Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. 1. Register your child(ren) for the school year, family faith, or summer program as you have in the past. Please make sure you provide us with an up-to-date email address as that is the primary mean we communicate information. 2. Prior to participating in the Immediate Preparation One-Day Seminar, ensure your child(ren). *Regularly attends Mass *High school and junior high school youth participate in at least SEVEN LIFE TEEN, EDGE or Family Faith sessions/activities (Catholic School Students, we ask that you participate in at least TWO) *participates in at least ONE retreat experience (we will provide you a list of options throughout the course of the year) *Chooses a sponsor and have the sponsor complete and return a sponsor form *If requested, please provide a copy of your child s baptismal certificate Watch the bulletin for more details as they emerge. 4
SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER First Communion Rehearsal Schedule It is imperative that your child be on time and attend both rehearsals! May 19th - 9 am Ceremony will rehearse on Tues., May 15th & Thurs., May 17th from 3:30-5 pm Please drop your children off in the Church Hall and pick them up in the Church. Mass Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30 am Wednesday 5:30 pm Saturday Vigil 4:30 pm Sunday 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 am & 12 pm Holy Days 7:30 am, 12:10 & 7 pm Adoration Thursday 8:00 am - 9:00 am Parish Activities Basketball Program...Jay Brewster (488-1333) Parish Nurse Program..Diana Niemann (668-8490) Knights of Columbus.Michael Pitaro (714-4100) Women s Guild..Cathy Lodico (714-9054).Bobbie White (471-9095) Seton Club....Bill Toolin (472-5428) Cub Scouts..Dan Jobin (644-0159) Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Every Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m Coffee, Pastries and Juice (Sept June) Available in the Church Hall after the 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Masses. All are welcome. Fix-It Team The goal of the Fix-It Team is to keep the home environment a safe and healthy place. If someone is in need of assistance, contact the Parish Office. Prayer Line Please call Rosemary at 623-3925 or Lorraine at 472-3020 with.special prayer needs. 5 Enjoy a Holy Pilgrimage to Canada this Summer from July 30 - August 2nd Visit St. Anne De Beaupre, St. Joseph s Oratory, the Basilica of Notre Dame, The Shrine of the Sacred Heart, as well as the Abbey of St. Benoit DuLac. Cost is $445.00 per person which includes bus transportation, breakfast and dinner and accommodations, based on double occupancy, at the Madonna House. For more details contact Maureen at (978) 914-0897 or Juanita at (603) 826-4486 or get a flyer at the Parish Office. St. Martha s Guild May 13, 2018 - Team II St. Christopher School Spring Open House Sunday, May 20th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Meet the teachers and staff, tour the school and get all your questions answered! 20 Cushing Ave, Nashua Readings for the week of May 13, 2018 Sunday: Acts 1:1-11/Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 [6]/Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13/Mk 16:15-20 Monday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Ps 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [8]/ Jn 15:9-17 Tuesday: Acts 20:17-27/Ps 68:10-11, 20-21 [33a]/Jn 17:1-11a Wednesday: Acts 20:28-38/Ps 68: 29-30, 33-35a, 35bc- 36ab [33a]/Jn 17:11b-19 Thursday: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11/Ps 16:1-2a and 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11 [1]/Jn 17:20-26 Friday: Acts 25:13b-21/Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab [19a]/ Jn 21:15-19 Saturday: Morning: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31/Ps 11:4, 5 and 7 [7b]/Jn 21:20-25 Liturgical Publications Inc. Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday from 3:15-4:00 pm, or by appointment Sacrament of Baptism Second and last Sunday of every month at 1:30 pm. Call the Parish Office at 669-7444 to schedule Sacrament of Matrimony Diocesan policy states that the couple must contact the parish priest at least six months before the intended wedding date, prior to making any other arrangements.