St. Margaret Church 1098 Pawtucket Avenue Rumford, RI 02916 Phone: 401-438-3230 Fax: 401-438-4221 Email: office-stmargaretchurch@cox.net www.stmargaretchurch.org Office Hours: Weekdays 9 a.m. 3 p.m. (closed Wed.) Reverend Msgr. John J. Darcy, Pastor Reverend Msgr. William J. McCaffrey, Pastor Emeritus Reverend Thomas L. Keenan, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Carl B. Fisette, Priest in Residence Mr. John F. Needham, Deacon Rev. Mr. Stephen Battey, Deacon Mrs. Patricia Pita, Administrative Assistant Ms. Laura Loffredo, Part-time Secretary/Bulletin Editor Mr. Ronald Procopio, Minister of Music, 434-6304; 529-2250 Sister Perpetua Lester, R.S.M., Pastoral Assistant Parish Trustees John Costigan Maddie Josephs Finance Council Arthur DeBlois, III John Josephs Michael Kirwan Laura Loffredo Patricia Pita David Tente Parish Accountant Leroux, Garceau & Massa Pastoral Council Anthony DeMoura Patricia Flatley David Larsen Sue Leonard Sister Perpetua Lester Joseph Moniz Kathleen Moniz Deacon John Needham Lee Ann Nunes Jack Paiva Patricia Pita Ronald Procopio Erin Roche Daniel Seseske Jessica Walters Schedule for Mass and Sacraments Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. Ms. Jessica Walters, Religious Education, Gr. 1-6, jwalters.ore@gmail.com Mr. Daniel Seseske, Religious Education, Gr. 7-11, dseseske.ore@gmail.com Ms. Erin Roche, Youth Activities, Erinroche@cox.net Cell: 401-419-7828 8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 12:00 noon Baptism: Call the parish office to register for sacramental preparation and monthly baptism. Reconciliation: Saturday, 4:15-4:45 or by appointment. Marriage: See a parish priest at least 8-12 months prior to the date of marriage. Anointing the Sick: Please notify the parish office. Holy Orders: Please see a parish priest or go to www.catholicpriest.com Parish Registration: Every family in the parish should be registered. New families (including newly married) should register by completing a parish registration form available at church or online. Our parish vitality depends on all Catholics registering as parish members. St. Margaret School Ms. Lee Ann Nunes, Principal lnunes@stmargaretsch.org Phone: 401-434-2338 www.stmargaretsch.org
St. Margaret Church Rumford, RI January 7 13 SATURDAY 5:00 P.M. Anniversary Mass for Kathleen Cordeiro, by family SUNDAY 8:00 A.M. 3rd Anniversary Mass for Norman Bisson, by family 10:00 A.M. 2nd Anniversary Mass for Lore a Haugen, by family 12:00 Noon 1st Anniversary Mass for Edward D. Long, by family MONDAY 8:00 A.M. Birthday Remembrance for Kathleen Murphy, by family TUESDAY 8:00 A.M. Memorial Mass for deceased members of the Healey Family WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. Mass for Increase in Vocations THURSDAY 8:00 A.M. Memorial Mass for Helen & Arthur Kane FRIDAY 8:00 A.M. Mass for all parishioners of St. Margaret s January 14 15 SATURDAY 5:00 P.M. 4th Anniversary Mass for Wanda Lemaire, by family SUNDAY 8:00 A.M. Memorial Mass for Shirley Magsamen, by family 10:00 A.M. Memorial Mass for Amy Duggan, by family 12:00 Noon Memorial Mass for deceased members of the Burns, Walsh & Sullivan Families Milestones Our parish family celebrates the baptism of three new infants into our community of faith: Ifunanye Nzelu, daughter of Bonaventure & Adewusi; Isabella Baumann, daughter of Timothy & Jocelyn; Gabriella Sandoval, daughter of Michael and Jenelle. Congratulations to all! The Catholic community of St. Margaret warmly welcomes new parishioners Kevin & Kendal Martes and Kevin & Ashley Connolly and their family. We look forward to meeting you! Please remember in your prayers John Gill, Jr. whose funeral Mass was celebrated last week. Announcements During the cold and flu season, we will be suspending use of the Communion Cup. Please also refrain from hand-to -hand contact during the Sign of Peace if you have a winter cold. Thank you. During the month of January, our budget company and Faith Direct (for those giving electronically) will send registered parishioners a Contribution Statement for 2016. Parishioners who have children enrolled in St. Margaret School and receive the parish tuition rate should review this statement carefully to be sure your contribution is correct and meets the guideline for reduced tuition rate. If you need to bring your contribution up-to-date for 2016, please be sure it is clearly marked 2016 Church Support and send it directly to the parish office to be recorded. The Hospitality and Greeters Commi ee will hold a parish Coffee N next Sunday, January 15, in the Community Room immediately following the 8:00 am and 10:00 am Masses. Come and say hello to your fellow parishioners! The start of the 2017 Catholic Charity Appeal is fast approaching. Many of our parishioners will be receiving a mailing from Bishop Tobin asking for your support of the 2017 Appeal. For your convenience, a pledge card has been enclosed with that mailing. Please be assured that our parish will receive credit for the gift that you make through the mail. Your gift to the 2017 Appeal reaches out to countless people in need throughout our diocese. Please give generously. Thank you!
Feast of the Epiphany St. Margaret Parish Ministries Our Lady of Fatima Visitation in Your Home Several families have already registered to host the Visiting Statue Our Lady of Fatima in their home. The Visitation Case will be picked up after any weekend Mass, and returned to the vestibule area, which is on the left when you enter the front doors of the Church, where the priest and ministers gather in preparation for Mass. Here is the schedule for the statue for the coming month: Jan 8 14 Jan 15 21 Jan 22 28 Jan 29 Feb 4 St. Margaret School Chris & Claire Lenhart Sergio & Joanne DeCarvalho Dianne & Frank Hughes We have several weeks available in the month of February. If you and your family would like to participate, please call the rectory (438-3230) to reserve a week. Thank you! Many Thanks for all the thoughtful cards, gifts, and prayers extended to Msgr. Darcy and the entire parish staff. A sincere thank you is also extended from our homebound parishioners, who were so touched by your holiday wishes. Your cards helped to brighten the season for those who are unable to come to church. And finally, thank you again for your generous support of the Parish Giving Tree. We are all blessed to be part of such a strong community of faith. Thank you! The Next Baptism Preparation Session will be held on Mon., Feb. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room. Parents should be registered parish members and commi ed to sharing their Catholic faith and its practices with their growing family. Godparent or Confirmation Sponsor Form: Have you been asked to be a godparent or confirmation sponsor? If you have, please know that you will be required to be a registered parishioner of Saint Margaret Church for six months before we can issue a le er in good standing as required for sponsors to indicate they are striving to practice their faith by regular worship, as well as by being in good canonical standing and living lives consistent with Gospel values. Bread of Life Food Pantry As we begin the New Year, the Bread of Life Food Pantry continues to seek volunteer assistance on Tuesdays, from 5 7 p.m. If you are able to help with this important parish mission, please contact Lynn Botelho (580-3679) or Cheryl Frazier (523-4410). Thank you! Please note that in the event of inclement weather, Religious Education classes may be cancelled. Please watch WJAR10 or WPRI12 for any cancellation notices, or checkout the parish website (stmargaretchurch.org) Please do not call the parish office as it is not staffed on weekends. Thank you. Mr. Jack Rezendes, our beloved Principal has accepted the title of Principal Emeritus/Consultant due to the need for long term recuperation after a fall in December. Mrs. Lee Ann Nunes has accepted the position of Principal effective January 3 rd. Ms. Jessica Walters, our Director of Religious Education (K-6) and a gifted Catholic school teacher, has been appointed teacher in Grade Two effective January 9 th. Our prayers to Jack, Lee Ann and Jessica with these appointments. Save The Date! St. Margaret School Open House Sunday, January 29, 2017 1:00-3:00 p.m. New families and students are invited to come, view our classrooms and meet the principal, faculty, and students at our wonderful parish school. St. Margaret s: Catholic and Caring!
January 8, 2017 Wknd of Dec. 24/25, 2016 2015 2016 # of budgets used 240 285 Checks, envelopes $5,077.50 $7,847.00 Loose 521.00 1,695.00 Children s envelopes # EFT participants 126 133 Faith Direct EFT 2,268.75 2,556.88 TOTAL OFFERTORY $7,876.25 $12,098.88 Christmas Collection $9,760.00 $6,125.00 Wknd of Dec. 31/Jan 1 2016 2017 # of budgets used 264 194 Checks, envelopes $6,479.00 $4,918.00 Loose 626.00 343.00 Children s envelopes 20.00 # EFT participants 126 133 Faith Direct EFT 2,317.38 2,556.88 TOTAL OFFERTORY $9,442.38 $7,817.88 Second Collection next weekend will be for Catholic University. Sincere thanks to all who continue regular financial support for St. Margaret Parish. 2016 Parish Annual Collection This very important collection is nearing our goal. The participation of all parishioners is essential for the success of this effort. By your generous support, we are able to keep up with major capital improvements. Thank you for your support. 2016 Goal: $75,000 Gifts-To-Date: $71,021
January 8, 2017 The Pastor s Page I ve wondered what that is on your hand? Monsignor, I ve noticed your ring I ve heard this question in all kinds of places; Church, homes, restaurants, meetings. I found this silver ring in the Bavarian town of Altö ing. It is the Our Father in Latin: Pater noster qui es in coelis The ring signifies my union to the Church. Interestingly, Cardinal Ra inger, would go there on retreat. When he returned as Pope, he left his Cardinal s ring on the scepter of Our Lady. I had the privilege of offering Mass and blessing this ring on the shrine altar. On this Solemnity of the Epiphany, this day of gifts, it remains one of the gifted moments of my priesthood. A blessed Epiphany to you all. ~Msgr. Darcy AN EPIPHANY HOUSE BLESSING Here is a blessing you can use to bless your home as we begin this New Year. (All make the Sign of the Cross.) Head of Household: "Peace be to this house and to all who dwell here, in the name of the Lord. All: Blessed be God forever. Reader: In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came to be through him, and without him nothing came to be... And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father s only Son, full of grace and truth. (John 1:1-3.14) (Using chalk, write on wall above the main door:) +20+C+M+B+17+ Christus Mansionem Benedicat (May Christ Bless This House) or, for Caspar, Melchior, Bathazar (The Three Magi) Prayed by all: Lord God of heaven and earth, you revealed your only bego en Son to every nation by the guidance of a star. Bless this house and all who inhabit it. May we be blessed with health, goodness of heart, gentleness and the keeping of your law. Fill us with the light of Christ, so that our love for each other may go out to all. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.