Sudbury, MA www.stanselmsudbury.org St. Anselm Church Saint Anselm Roman Catholic Church Sudbury, Massachusetts 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
PALM SUNDAY MASSES Saturday, April 13th 5:00pm Mass Sunday, April 14th 9:30am Mass Meet in front of the Rectory at 9:15 Morning Mass Mon-Wed 9:00am Monday, April 15th the Rectory office is closed Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday after 9:00am Mass till noon. Confession Wednesday from 6:30-8:00pm April 18th HOLY THURSDAY April 18th Mass with washing of the feet 7:30pm April 19th GOOD FRIDAY Rectory office is closed Morning Prayer 9:00am Stations of the Cross Outside weather permitting noon time Inside the Church 3:00pm Service 7:30pm with Adoration to follow. April 20th HOLY SATURDAY Morning Prayer 9:00am Easter Vigil Mass 8:30pm April 21st EASTER SUNDAY Mass at 9:30am 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, Anastasia DeSavi, Carol Devine, Susan Devlin, Meaghan Downing, Robert Eldridge, Bonnie Espinoza, Nina Forde, Robert Gibbs, Mark Hanlon, Sean Hanson, Nikita Harper, Eunice Howitt, Shirley Kelly 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, Bob Santone, Kathy Shannon, Sybil Sigel, Gillian Smith, Pat Smith, Gretchen Stevenson, Phil Swissler, Deana Taylor, Mary Ellen Tetreault, Robert Tevelin, Richard Tirrell, Amy Walsh, Michael Weiner, Dolores Wilson, and Ellen Wright. There will be a collection this weekend April 13th and 14th for St. Anselm s to help with the heating costs of the Church. Collection on Good Friday is for the Holy Land Shrines. Collection on Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday is for the Clergy retirement fund. May you and your families have a blessed Easter Season.
MOVIE NIGHT St. Anselm will have a movie night on Friday, May 10th at 7:00pm. We will be showing I Can Only Imagine. This is a wonderful movie for teens and adults. of the Lord s Passion A documentary about local veterans featured interviews with soldiers from World War II through the current wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. They were patriotic, wanted to serve their country and were proud of their service. They answered all kinds of questions about their experiences, and their memories of serving. When asked why they served, there was one answer they all seemed to have in common. Each veteran indicated that he had served for the sake of freedom and so someone else would not have to go to war. Jesus is an example of selfless service. He is the suffering servant who bears our sins and dies for our sake. When we cannot help ourselves, Jesus steps in, giving His life for ours. Service for the sake of others is a selfless act of generosity. People are often in need and have nowhere to turn. Those who are blessed with abundance have the opportunity to make a difference, to serve the needs of people who are not so fortunate. It is not always about money or physical needs. Sometimes we are overwhelmed by confusion, fear, loneliness, anger, and loss. A helping hand can come in the form of a few words of encouragement, a listening ear, a hug, some time spent together or sharing a meal. The power to make a difference is in your hands. Use it for the sake of others. ~James Gaffney, 2010 Karides Lic. to St. George Publishing jim@stgeorgepublishing.com GAME NIGHT St. Anselm will hold game night and a potluck dinner on Saturday, May 11th from 6:30-9pm at the church hall. We will provide coffee, tea, hot chocolate and pastries. Kids Grade 3 5 must be accompanied by parent and grade 6 to Adult 99+ are welcome. Please bring a game you like to play or we will have some here too! Rummy Cube, Banana Grams, Pass Word, Back Gammon, Phase Ten. This will be a great night of fun and laughter! Please join us anytime through the night or even just to hang out! Info Jen Parrish 617-306-3759 jennifer.parrish@comcast.net 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!!!!! Next meeting is April 13 at 3:30pm. For more information call or text Barbara at 978-697-0747 or bglett@aol.com
THIS WEEK S FEATURED MINISTRY IS THE LITURGY COMMISSION. This group coordinates with our Rector and plans all Liturgical celebrations. Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. The ministry encompasses Mass Coordinators, Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Greeters, Music and decorating for Liturgies. We welcome new members, but especially those who feel called to offer service before or during Mass in any of the roles listed above. Training is offered, coordinated with our Sacristan. It is hoped that our efforts bring fulfilment of the mandate to love one another as He loves us and hopefully bring our members to encounter the joy of the risen Christ. If you have a particular interest or talent, we would be thrilled to hear from you! Please call the rectory at 978 443-8981 or speak with any of the folks you see assisting at Mass. WE NEED YOU AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST! God Bless! PURCHASE OF MEMORIALS AND SUGGESTED DONATIONS Church Pews $500 each Altar Cloths $300 Suggested Donations -- (other) Memorial Masses $20 Mass Card $10 Tabernacle Candle $20 one week Altar Bread & Wine $20 one week EASTER DONATIONS Donations for Easter have been received in memory of the following: The deceased members of the Nix, Gray, Brooks, Barrows, & Yochimura families; The Reilly & Casperowitz families; Robert Clark, Joseph & Louise Boschettto, Judith DiCarlo, Carmen & Florence Noce, The Aylward family, Ellen Agabedis, Vincent Barry, Paquelle & Angela Mercuri, Francis & Ann Paglia, Patricia & John White, Barbara & Joseph Robinshaw, Leo & Emily Courchaine, Martin & Sylvia Berkowitz, All deceased family and friends of the Courchaine family; Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dynko, Mr.& Mrs. Matthew Charsky, The Brogna & Mascioli families; Lawrence A. Labagnara, Virginia A. Labagnara, Mary Thomas, Alex Malley, John & Anna Labagnara. Classes have ended for the year. First Communion rehearsal Wed. April 24th. 6:00pm First Communion Sunday, April 28th 9:30am Confirmation rehearsal Wed. May 1st 6:30pm Confirmation Thursday, May 2nd 7:00pm
BAPTISM Please welcome into our faith community Grace Tranter who was Baptized this weekend. CATHOLIC APPEAL UPDATE For those who have not yet made pledges for this year s Catholic Appeal, forms are available from the rectory or in church. We ask that you consider helping us achieve our goals, both total financial support and participating families. Every pledge is so helpful and important. Even if you already responded to the direct plea from the Archdiocese, completing the pledge card will assure that St Anselm gets credit for your generosity. Please return pledges to the rectory or deposit them in the collection boxes in church. Thank you. THE BROWN BAG LUNCH will be on Tuesday, April 30th at noon in the Vigil Room. Come and bring your lunch and your drink and chat with other folks. All are welcome. 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: 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. City/Town/Zip: Phone/Cell: E-Mail Address: Family Members: Date:
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