650 Nichols Street, Norwood, MA 02062 Serving Norwood, Walpole, and Westwood ST. TIMOTHY PARISH Liturgical Celebrations Sunday Eucharist: Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 8am; 9:30am; 11am; 5pm (No 5:00 pm Liturgy Memorial Day through Labor Day) Daily Eucharist Mon.-Sat. 9:00am Reconciliation Sat. 3:30-4:00pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Friday 9:30am 3:00pm Reach us by E-mail Home Page www.sttim.net Parish Email sttim@sttim.net Fr. Culloty JPCulloty@sttim.net Colleen Campion CNCampion@yahoo.com Bonnie Gleason music@sttim.net Kathy MacKenzie kathy@themackenzies.net Frank Connell Frankym2@aol.com Betsy Rivard betsyrivard@yahoo.com Joseph Messina jmgmessina@verizon.net Sue Bartlett suedevin@verizon.net Reach us by Telephone Parish Office 781-769-2522 Religious Education 781-762-4868 Youth Formation Ministry 781-762-4868 Fax 781-769-9362 Pastor Rev. John P. Culloty (ext. 25) Senior Priest in Residence Rev. George Emerson (ext. 13) Weekend Assistant Rev. Leonard Tighe Deacon Joseph Messina Liturgy Director Colleen Campion (ext. 28) Music Director Bonnie Gleason (ext. 11) Religious Education Director Kathryn MacKenzie (gr.k-6) (ext. 27) Youth Formation Ministry Director Frank Connell (gr. 7-12) (ext. 26) Parish Secretary/Religious Education Secretary Kathy Tinson (ext. 32) Parish Nurse Betsy Rivard (ext. 34) Building and Grounds Sue Bartlett Adult Initiation The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is an ongoing process of individual faith development and communal formation. Anyone interested in learning more about what it means to become a Catholic Christian, should contact the parish office. Baptism The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated at scheduled Liturgies. Parishioners who are expecting a child should contact the office at least two months in advance, or as soon as possible to make arrangements and meet with the Baptismal Preparation Team. Reconciliation Also known as penance or confession, the Sacrament of Penance is regularly available every Saturday at 3:30pm in the church. Individual appointments may also be made with one of the priests. The Sacrament of Penance is celebrated communally during the seasons of Advent and Lent. Marriage Engaged parishioners who are interested in being married at St. Timothy Parish must contact one of the priests at least six months in advance. Call the office regarding Marriage Preparation classes. Sacrament of the Sick Praying for healing in body, mind and soul has always been a part of the Church s ministry to those who are ill. Anyone who is seriously ill or anticipating hospitalization, may celebrate the Sacrament on Saturdays following the 9am Mass, or upon request. Devotion/Prayer Groups Rosary is said Monday through Saturday prior to morning Mass. Guild of St. Timothy The Guild normally meets the first Tuesday of the month, Oct. -May. Rosary begins at 7:30pm (Church); Program at 8pm in the Church Hall. New Jerusalem Charismatic Prayer Group meets on Thursday from 7:30-9pm. All are welcome!
Liturgical Calendar Sunday, October 10 Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Friday, October 15 Memorial of Saint Teresa of Jesus October 17 Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time THE WEEK AHEAD Tuesday, October 12, 7:30pm, RCIA Tuesday, October 12, 7:30pm, PPC meeting Tuesday, October 12, 10am, Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, October 13, 9:45am, Exercise program Wednesday, October 13, 7:30pm, Baptism Catechesis Thursday, October 14, 4:30pm, children s choir rehearsal Thursday, October 14, 7:30pm,choir rehearsal Thursday, October 14, 7:30pm, New Jerusalem Prayer Group Thursday, October 14, 7:00pm, Altar Server Training Lector and Altar Server Schedule October 16/17 4:30pm Lectors: Bob McHugh, Dave Oravetz 4:30pm Servers: Craig Riley, Noelle Lacey, Kelly Fogarty 8:00am Lectors: Nick Huckle, Andrea Ruesch-Goldberg 8:00am Servers: Colleen O Connor, Mary Erickson 9:30am Lectors: Jeff Weidenaar, Mary Masi-Phelps 9:30am Servers: Brian Richardson, Jillian Reilly, Becky Persons 11:00am Lectors: Jim Reen, Florence Martin 11:00am Servers: Cole Barringer, Christina and Matt MacKenzie 5:00pm Lectors: Karen Manor-Metzold, Neil Gomes 5:00 Servers: Emma O Connor, Tegan Bartlett, Colin Ridge $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Financial Report October 3,2010 $ 9,690.00 QUESTION OF THE WEEK Breaking Open the Word Suggested text for faith sharing: Today s Gospel Question for Children: Make up a prayer which tells God you are thankful for everything you have, even if it s not all you want. Question for Youth: Only one of the lepers returned to give thanks. This past week, when have you stopped to thank someone for something good they have done for you? When have you thanked God this week? Question for Adults: What are some ways you can think of to show gratitude to God? Make them concrete and real. Saturday, October 9 9:00 Special Intention 4:30 Jacqueline Frawley Anniversary Sunday, October 10 8:00 Monica Silva 4th Anniversary 9:30 Charles Foley Anniversary 11:00 Sandra Wenstrom 3rd Anniversary 5:00 Evelyn Hallion 1st Anniversary Monday, October 11 9:00 Celeste Kane Wednesday, October 13 9:00 Special Intention Thursday, October 14 9:00 Robert Carey 2nd Anniversary Friday, October 15 9:00 Peter McKinnon 14th Anniversary Saturday, October 16 9:00 Margaret & Joseph Vienneau Memorial 4:30 Robert DaCruz Memorial Sunday, October 17 8:00 John Machado 9:30 John J. Hines Memorial 11:00 Eleanora Latimer Anniversary 5:00 Joseph & Gloria Frisoni, Eda & Andrew DeFina Anniversary WEDDING BANNS PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR BRIDES AND GROOMS: Jennifer Armour and Brian Boyd Leslie Polo and James Caruso
Religious Education Grades K 6 No Classes on Columbus Day, Monday, October 11 Religious Ed classes will not be held on Columbus Day, Monday, October 11. Classes WILL be held on Sunday, October 10 and Tuesday, October 12. Grade 2 Mass and Parent Discussion On Sunday, October 24 our Grade 2 students will gather with their families to celebrate the 9:30 am Mass together. Following Mass, the parents of our Grade 2 students are encouraged to attend a presentation by Dr. Jane Regan of Boston College in the Ruocco Center. At the same time, the students will gather in the Hall for an hour of activities aimed at enriching their faith. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy MacKenzie in the Religious Ed. Office. Grade 6 Class Mass On Sunday, October 31 our Grade 6 students will honor God in a special way by participating more fully at the 9:30 am Mass. Please have your child arrive in the Church Hall at 9:00 am that morning for song practice. Following Mass, the Grade 6 students and their parents will spend an enriching hour during which the students will be involved in a special service project while parents participate in a talk and group discussion. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy MacKenzie in the Religious Ed. Office. Pine Street Inn On Monday, October 25, we will be serving supper at the Pine Street Inn. Please call Jayne at 508-668-4977, if you can help. Thank you to all those who have made generous donations in the past. $500 is sent to the Pine Street Inn each month. Please help to support this ministry. Donations to pay for these meals may be sent to: Campagna, 86 Countryside Ln., Norwood. Please make checks payable to St. Timothy Christian Service Fund. Worldwide Marriage Encounter "Sing to the Lord a new song, for He has done wondrous deeds." (Today's Psalm) Let God work wondrous deeds in your Marriage. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends in New England are October 22-24, November 5-7 and December 3-5. For more information, additional dates and to register, call 800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmemari.org. PARISH NURSE NEWS Bereavement Support Group There will be a new Bereavement Support Group beginning Monday, Nov. 1st from 11am- noon in Ruocco Rooms 3 and 4. The group, facilitated by Fr. Emerson and Betsy Rivard, will meet every Monday from Nov. 1st until Dec. 6th. For many people, participating in a support group lessens the feelings of isolation that result from a loss and provides comfort, reassurance and healing. If you plan to attend, please call the Parish Nurse Office, 781-769-2522, ext. 34. Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group The next meeting is Tuesday, Oct. 12th from 10:00-11:30am in Ruocco Center. Please call the Parish Nurse Office for more information. Visits to the Sick and Homebound If you or a family member is unable to come to church due to illness or the aging process, and would like a visitor from the parish to come to your home or nursing home and bring the Eucharist, please call the Parish Nurse Office or speak with Deacon Joe Messina. Used Office Furniture Used office furniture on the side of the church hall under the windows is available to parishioners for the taking! Guild of St. Timothy The Women s Guild will host a Communion Breakfast open to all women of the parish, on Sunday, November 7. Watch for further information in next week-end s bulletin. Secretarial Position St. Mary of the Assumption parish in Dedham, a very large and active parish, seeks to hire a Parish Secretary to begin as soon as possible. The anticipated schedule is Monday-Friday from 11:00-5:00 (30 hrs. per week). For further information or to submit a resume, please contact Mr. Rich Killgoar, Parish Business Manager, or Rev. William Kelly, Pastor, at 781-326-0550. Open House Notre Dame Academy will be hosting two open houses; Sunday, Oct. 17th from 1-3pm and Thursday, Nov. 4th from 5-7pm.
October 10, 2010 Ursuline Academy Open House Ursuline Academy, 85 Lowder Street, Dedham, MA will be holding an Open House on Sunday, October 24th from 1-4pm. Ursuline Academy is for young women in grades 7-12. Entrance exam testing is Sat., Nov. 13th and Dec. 11th. Catholic Memorial Open House Sunday, October 17 1-3pm 235 Baker Street W. Roxbury St. Sebastian s Open House St. Sebastian s School, a Catholic, independent day school for 350 young men in grades seven through twelve, is hosting an Admissions Open House on Thursday, October 21 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. All interested students and parents are invited to attend. St. Sebastian s campus is located at 1191 Greendale Avenue in Needham, directly adjacent to Route 128, using the Great Plain Avenue exit. For further information, contact the Admissions Office at 781-247-0125. Open House Xaverian Brothers High School will host an Open House on Sunday, October 31st from 10am to 12:30pm. Catholic High School Entrance Exam The entrance exam for 8th grade boys who wish to enter the freshman class in September, 2011 at Xaverian Brothers High School will be held at the school on Saturday, November 13th at 8:30am and Saturday, December 11th at 8:30am. Social Outreach For the month of Oct, we will be collecting items for Cradles to Crayons, in conjunction with the Religious Ed classes. This organization supplies clothes and educational material for poor and homeless children age birth to 12. We need new and gently used clothes from 3months to size 18/20, boys and girls, as well as books and new arts and craft supplies. Please, no car seats or toys. Looking toward next summer, plans are underway for June 28-July 2 in New Orleans to assist Habitat for Humanity. Anyone 18 and over, or 16,17 with a guardian is welcome. We are committed for 15 slots of which 3 are already filled. Contact the office if interested.
October 10, 2010 Dear friends- I know that those on our parish mailing lists have received our letter concerning our Grand Annual collection. A number of you have already responded with your donations, and for that I am most grateful. Hopefully, our appeal letter reflected some of our financial needs here at St. Timothy s, but I also hope it conveyed my deep appreciation for the many ways you support our parish throughout the year. Recently, I saw a report that in the Archdiocese of Boston one third of the parishes are in debt; one third are just breaking even; and one third are in the black. I am happy to report that we are in that third category, and you are to be commended for your dedication and support of your parish. If you have not received an appeal letter, there are additional copies as you exit church. Also, if you did not get a letter, it may mean that you are not on the mailing list or that there is a glitch in the mailing system. If that needs to be corrected,please contact the office and we can add your name or correct our list. You may have noticed some construction going on in the parish hall. We are in the process of adding three additional classrooms for our religious education program not a bad problem to have. We have had a number of new families join our parish over the last few years and we seem to be experiencing a bit of a baby boom in the first and second grades. I think this is a very hopeful sign for the future of our parish. I was on vacation last week and went to Mass at a local parish. It is always interesting as a priest to sit in the pew as you do and participate in Mass as you do each week. It must have been obvious that I was a visitor maybe I stood or sat at the wrong time but after Mass the couple sitting behind me introduced themselves and told me a little about their parish. It brought the fact home to me that no matter where you go as a Catholic, there is the unifying bond we share at Mass. The small gesture of welcome that the couple in church offered to me really made me feel welcome. As our parish heads into the future, and as we hopefully continue to welcome new parishioners to our parish family, I hope that each of us might try to make these new members feel welcome and at home. So often just a word of welcome to a new person or family can really change that person or family from being a one time visitor or a new parish member. Each one of us can make that difference. Fr. Culloty
Information page Church name: St. Timothy Parish Bulletin number: 929900 Contact information: Kathy Tinson 781-769-2522 Number of pages: 5 Software: Microsoft Publisher 2007 Adobe standard 9 Microsoft XP Printer number: Samsung 6345 Date of publication: November 29, 2009