Holy Spirit Parish Seventh Sunday of Easter May 13, 2018 www.holyspiritme.org https://www.facebook.com/holyspiritmaine/. Rosary for World Peace Our Blessed Mother, who is celebrated during the month of May, invites us to pray the rosary as a means to overcome the obstacles which threaten peace in our world. All are invited to pray the rosary for world peace on Saturday, May 19 at 3:15 PM (prior to 4 PM Masses) at St. Mary & St. Martha Churches (Armed Forces Day).
Holy Spirit Parish GOSPEL MEDITATION This Sunday's Gospel is known as the "priestly prayer" of Jesus. The entire passage is Jesus entrusting us to the Father. "When I was with them I protected them; I guarded them," Jesus says. He asks his Father to "keep them in your name." In this prayer of Jesus, we see the paradoxical tension of our life as Christians in the world. He anticipates struggle for the believer. He describes it in strong words, words that could even appear frightening to the believer. "I gave them your word, and the world hated them." Not only that, but with our eyes on eternal life, we "do not belong to the world." And yet in the midst of those realities, Jesus doesn't take us out of the world. On the contrary, "as you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the world." Christians live in this tension daily. The call of Jesus often defies nice, neat categories. We uphold justice as virtue, yet are invited to love our enemies. We offer gifts and generous hospitality to others while being reminded of the value of temperance. We are called to teach the truth of right and wrong without losing sight of the beam in our own eye. It can be difficult to find the balance in our own lives, and a Church that preaches moral perfection can easily fall under scrutiny when it falls short. In the midst of these complications, Jesus offers a message of hope. He is well aware of the contradictions into which he sends us, and his Father will equip us accordingly. "Consecrate them in truth." "Keep them from the evil one." Jesus does not abandon us to the tensions of our time but remains near at hand by the grace alive in his Church. Donations now being accepted for Holy Spirit Parish Fair for this November. All items must be new or in good, clean condition. Dishes: Dish sets, glassware, candle holders, tea pots, utensils, pots & pans; Jewelry: rings, necklaces, bracelets, pins, earrings, broken pieces of silver (drop off at office), handbags; Linens: tablecloths, napkins, bedspreads, new or used/clean sheets & pillowcases, quilts, comforters (no torn or stained linens); Toys: clean and unbroken, games, puzzles, stuffed animals, dolls, trucks; Christmas: tree skirts, ornaments, nativity sets, stockings, villages; Books: Not moldy, damaged, or soiled; Crafts: yarn, new fabric, and home-made craft items. Thank you! This year, the annual celebration of Mother's Day occurs on the Seventh Sunday of Easter. What a wonderful day to celebrate those women in our lives who cooperated with God to create new life and those in our lives who have nurtured our lives with love and compassion! Yes, we believe that when we are open to children, we have cooperated with God in creation. In addition, those women who have said yes should be recognized. The Book of Blessings has a profound blessing of mothers that recognizes that all blessings come from God. The most recognized date for the first Mother's Day in our country was in 1908. It was created by Anna Jaris. She worked tirelessly to make this day a national day in the United States. She even incorporated herself as "Mother's Day International Association" and worked for the rest of her life against the commercialism that had taken over her commemorative day. There are many instances of marking certain days for mothers in world history. However, for us it has deeper meaning because it falls during the Marian month of May. We hold our earthly mothers in high esteem and hold our heavenly mother, the Virgin Mary, in high esteem also. This Mother's Day, take some real time and thank your Mom with more than just a box of candy. Roman Catholic Appeal Diocese of Portland 2018 The following is taken from a message from Bishop Deeley: Our Church in Maine is growing stronger. We are creating an environment where our youth, and all those who seek Jesus, have opportunities to encounter him. By giving to the 2018 Catholic Appeal, you can help to spread God s love. Your gifts make it possible for the Office of Lifelong Faith Formation to encourage continued learning... You strengthen our Family of Faith by embracing the diversity of our Catholic Church, connecting us to our brothers and sisters in Christ from all races and nationalities. You offer hope to those most in need who seek assistance from Catholic Charities Maine. I invite you to join me in Strengthening Our Family of Faith. Your help will provide support to programs and ministries throughout our state and strengthen the gift of faith for those who need it most. 2
MASS INTENTIONS Wells/Kennebunk Saturday Sunday: THIS WEEKEND: May 12-13 4:00 PM (K) Ryan Michael Sinotti by the Family 4:00 PM (W) For our Parishioners 8:00 AM (K) Minh Mai by the Family 9:00 AM (W) Rosa Dickson by her Family 10:00 AM (K) Veronica Murray by Bill & Mary Barry 11:00 AM (W) Eileen & Peter Goyette by Rachel & Paul Goyette WEEKDAYS: May 14-18 Monday: 8:00 AM (W) Charles Forbes Sarbent by Paul Breen 9:00 AM (K) Peter Rose by Mrs. Roberta F. Rose Tuesday: 8:00 AM (W) Russ Fox by MaryAnn & Don Kammann 9:00 AM (K) Patrick Galligan by his Family 10:30 AM Communion Service - River Ridge Wednesday: 8:00 AM (W) June Myers by the Wednesday Bible Study Group 9:00 AM (K) Ellen Devany by Mary & Bill Colombo Thursday: 8:00 AM (W) Denise Payeur Robinson by her Husband 9:00 AM (K) Catherine Allain by her Niece Friday: 8:00 AM (W) Seamus Byrne By William Homann 9:00 AM (K) Julius Palmero by Jim Pastorelli Saturday Sunday: NEXT WEEKEND: May 19-20 4:00 PM (K) Claude Gobeil by his Wife & Family 4:00 PM (W) Joan Richard by Barbara Burns 8:00 AM (K) For the People 9:00 AM (W) Emil Masi by Jennifer Smith & Paul Mamone 10:00 AM (K) Bonnie LaPuma by Elizabeth Crowley 11:00 AM (W) Gene McCue by Stephanie Kakos & Bill Homann Mass Location Key: (K) St. Martha, Kennebunk (W) St. Mary, Wells Rest in Peace Eileen & Bob Gray Altar Flowers & Sanctuary Lamps The flowers at St Mary s altar are in loving memory of Eileen & Bob Gray by their Family. The flowers at St. Martha s altar are in loving memory of Debbie Mills by Kathleen Mills Shannon James. The sanctuary lamp at St. Martha s burns for health & blessings upon Suzie Knorr by Don & Joan Hernon. Bulletin Deadline Inserts for the bulletin must be submitted by 12 noon on Fridays. Holidays change the deadline. Contact Mark Reeth at 646-5605 or at mark.reeth@portlanddiocese.org. 3 April 28-29 Collection $ 13,157.00 We Share (22) $ 777.00 Total Offertory $ 13,934.00 Tithe $ 975.00 Envelopes (374) $ 7,623.00 Loose $ 5,534.00 Catholic Home Missions Collection $ 3,892.00 We Share (32) $ 972.00 Total Offertory $ 4,864.00 Envelopes (248) $ 2,549.10 Loose $ 1,342.90 In addition to your regular weekly offering, you may also donate to special collections through WE SHARE. If you are registered in the parish, your gift will be recorded for your tax receipt. How to create your We Share account: 1. Visit holyspiritme.org and click Give Online. 2. Click on the collection to which you d like to donate. 3. Click Recurring Donation; enter your donation amount and frequency. Thank you for your ongoing generosity! Banns of Marriage Meaghan Casey & Parker Thomson June 2, 2018 at 1 PM (Kennebunk)
Seventh Sunday of Easter THE WEEK AHEAD May 13-20 St. Martha s Church Sunday: Happy Mothers Day! No Faith Formation Classes S Anon - 7 PM Monday: Centering Prayer - 6 PM Tuesday: Blood Bank - 1PM Cursillo - 4 PM Wednesday: Weight Watchers - 5:30 PM Ignatian Exercises - 6:30 PM Thursday: Faith Sharing - 7 PM Friday: Produce Pantry - 9 AM Saturday: Baptism Prep Class - 9 AM Reconciliation - 3 PM Sunday: Faith Formation Classes - 9 AM S Anon - 7 PM St. Mary s Church Sunday: Happy Mothers Day! No Faith Formation Classes Coffee & donuts after both Masses Art supply collection for child-care center Monday: No Faith Formation Tuesday: Bereavement Quilting - 9 AM Wednesday: Bible Study - 10 AM Prayer Shawl Ministry - 11 AM K of C Officers - 7 PM Thursday: Food Pantry - 1 PM Choir Rehearsal - 6 PM Joint Pastoral & Finance Councils-6:30 PM Friday: Retirement Party for Tim Cilley - 5 PM AA - 7:30 PM Saturday: AA - 8 AM Reconciliation - 3 PM Sunday: K of C Breakfast after both Masses Faith Formation Classes - 10 AM Steppin Out in Faith Mount a crucifix on a wall in your home. St. Martha s Community Pantry needs pancake mix, pancake syrup, peanut butter, jelly, mayonnaise. St. Mary s Ecumenical Food Pantry needs shampoo, toothpaste, jelly, canned beets, salad dressing, tomato sauce. 4 Timothy Cilley, Facilities Manager at St. Mary Church in Wells, will be leaving us for a well-deserved retirement after 16 years of service. Please join us in wishing him well and in expressing our appreciation for all of his hard work. He will surely be missed! Friday, May 18 at 5 PM in the St. Mary Church Hall. If you plan on attending, please RSVP to Diane O Neil at stmarywells@myfairpoint.net or 646-5605, by Tuesday, May 15. Holy Spirit Prayer Shawl Ministry The last meeting of the season will be held on Wednesday, May 16, at 11 AM in the downstairs parlor at St. Mary Church. Despite this being the final meeting of the season, there are always shawls available for those in need. FMI, or if you know of someone who would benefit from a shawl, call Sue at 646-8217 or Verna at 646-4543. Bereavement Quilting Group We meet weekly on Tuesdays at 9 AM upstairs at St. Mary s. Newcomers are welcome, as are beginner quilters. For more information, contact Carol Varano at (508) 801-2054. or just show up! Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius: 19 TH Annotation Retreat This 30-week Ignatian retreat, commonly called The Retreat of Daily Life, meets weekly, beginning in September and ending in mid-may. The focus includes, but is not limited to, deepening one s relationship with God and rekindling one s prayer life. There will be an information night about this retreat on Wednesday, May 30, 7-9 PM at St. Martha Church in Kennebunk. FMI, call Maureen Fulford 468-4070, or Ellie Flavin 985-2971.
May 13, 2018 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 4 PM Kennebunk 4 PM Wells Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM Wells 8 AM & 10 AM Kennebunk Weekdays 8 AM Wells, 9 AM Kennebunk St. Mary s Church 236 Eldridge Rd. Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-5605 FAX (207) 646-9437 St. Martha s Church 30 Portland Rd. Kennebunk ME 04043 (207) 985-6252 FAX (207) 985-7740 All Saints Church 45 School St. Ogunquit, ME 03907 Closed for the Season Rev. Frederick Morse, Pastor Deacon Darrell Blackwell Mrs. Diane W. O Neil, Office Manager Mrs. Carolyn F. Houston, Director of Faith Formation Mrs. Rosanne Smith, Coordinator of Adult Ed. Mr. Mark Reeth, Music/Communications Coordinator Mrs. Lisa White, Choir Director Mr. Timothy Cilley, Facilities Manager, Wells Mr. Timothy Gallant, Facilities Manager, Kennebunk SACRAMENTS Baptism Please call for an appointment. Reconciliation Saturdays 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. at St. Martha s Church and Saturdays 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. at St. Mary s Church. Anytime upon request please call the office to make an appointment (207) 646-5605. Matrimony Please contact the pastor six months prior to the desired date. Sacrament of the Sick Please call anytime. If you know that you will be admitted to the hospital, please call the office to make arrangements to receive the Sacrament after a daily or Sunday Mass. Please advise the office when a parishioner is hospitalized. Seeking to join the Church or would like to know more about the Catechism of the Catholic Church? FMI call Fr. Fred at 646-5605. Prayer Line Requests: May be made to: Aline Saunders at alinesaunders@roadrunner.com or 985-9214. Homebound Parishioners: Any homebound parishioner wishing to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion at home, please call the office at 646-5605. Holy Spirit Parish Scholarship Applications All high-school seniors of the parish who will be entering college, or a technical, trade, beautician, culinary, or secretarial school may pick up a scholarship application from the offices in Wells or Kennebunk. All applications must be returned by May 14, 2018. Holy Spirit Parish Subsidy Applications for Catholic Grammar School and High School Education will be available for parishioners using budget envelopes. All applications must be submitted by July 1, 2018. CELEBRANT SCHEDULE May 19-20 4:00 PM St. Mary s (W) Fr. Morse 4:00 PM St. Martha s (K) Fr. Manship ( 8:00 AM St. Martha s (K) Fr. Morse 9:00 AM St. Mary s (W) Msgr. Murphy 10:00 AM St. Martha s (K) Fr. Morse 11:00 AM St. Mary s (W) Fr. Mellone Schedule subject to change Reconciliation on Saturdays 3:00-3:30 PM at St. Martha s & St. Mary s Parish Registration/Update Name(s): Street: City: Zip: Phone: Email: New registration Change of address Change of e-mail address Moving out of parish Request envelopes If you are new to the parish, or you have a new address or phone number, please complete this form, place it in the collection basket, & mail to: Holy Spirit Parish, 236 Eldridge Road, Wells, ME, 04090, or e-mail to stmarywells@myfairpoint.net 5
Seventh Sunday of Easter Happy Mother s Day from the Kennebunk and Wells Knights of Columbus! The Knights of Holy Spirit Parish in both Kennebunk and Wells will be giving out roses to all mothers at all Masses this weekend. GOD BLESS OUR MOTHERS! K of C SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION St. Martha Council 12033 & St. Mary Council 9782 Application Deadline: May 14, 2018 The Holy Spirit K of C Council Scholarships, based upon need, academics, and service, are given to graduating students who are members of Holy Spirit Parish and who attend and support the Church. Recipients must be entering an institution of higher learning at a technical college, a junior college, or a college offering a baccalaureate degree program. Scholarships will be paid after successful completion of a first semester/trimester, a commitment to continued enrollment, and receipt of a college transcript of the student s first-semester grades. Applications can be picked up in the church offices in Kennebunk or Wells. COME JOIN OUR FAMILY BREAKFAST ST. MARY CHURCH HALL Sunday, May 20th after both Masses CHOOSE LIFE The Holy Spirit Knights of Columbus Councils of Wells #9782 and Kennebunk #12033 have begun their annual baby bottle drive. Bottles are available for pick-up in the narthexes of both churches. Fill the bottles with change, bills, or checks (made out to K of C) and return them before Mass to the drop-off boxes. Empty bottles will be available to continue the process. All proceeds will be given to the Alpha Pregnancy Resource Center located in Sanford. The organization is a non-profit corporation of volunteers who want to help solve the problems of an unplanned pregnancy and plan a meaningful life. The Best Breakfast in Town! 6