Saint Patrick Parish 1 Cross Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God January 1, 2017
Welcome St. Patrick Parish: A Faith Community since 1870 - Rectory Phone: 508-234-5656 MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday: 4:30 PM; Sunday 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 5:00 PM ; Monday-Wednesday 8:30 AM OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON JANUARY 2 Parish Staff Rev. Tomasz Borkowski: Pastor FrTomasz@mystpatricks.com Deacon Patrick Stewart: Deacon DeaconPat@mystpatricks.com Deacon Chris Finan: Deacon DeaconChris@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Christina Pichette: Pastoral Associate to Youth Ministry Christina@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Maryanne Swartz: Coordinator of Children s Ministries Maryanne@mystpatricks.com Mr. Kiel Krommer: Music Director Kiel@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Jackie Trottier: Operations Manager Jackie@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Shelly Mombourquette: Administrative Assistant Shelly@mystpatricks.com Mr. Jack Jackson: Cemetery Superintendent: Jack@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Mary Contino: Wedding Coordinator Maryc@mystpatricks.com Ms. Jeanne LeBlanc: Ministry Scheduler Jleblanc@mystpatricks.com Mrs. Marylin Arrigan: Staff Support, Bulletin Marylin@mystpatricks.com Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered every Saturday from 3:30-4:00 PM in the Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. If school is cancelled or delayed for Northbridge Public Schools due to inclement weather then Mass is cancelled. Members of the family requesting the Mass are asked to bring the gifts of bread and wine to the altar. Please make yourselves known to the lector and sit near the gifts. Sat., 4:30 PM Sun., 8:00 AM + MASS INTENTIONS + Weekend of Dec. 31/Jan.1: + Geraldine & Raymond Strong - by John & Mary Armstrong + All the Holy Souls in Purgatory - by Helpers of Holy Souls Sun., 10:00 AM + Nelly Vassar - by Pat Vassar Sun., 5:00 PM Monday + Tuesday + + Leon Dumais (3rd Anniv.) - by his Family 8:30 AM Daily Mass Intentions Jan. 2-6: Wednesday + Hilda Niejadlik (14th Anniv.) - by her Family Thursday - No Mass Friday - No Mass Sat., 4:30 PM Sun., 8:00 AM + Weekend of Jan. 7/8: + Rich Piper - by Chuck & Jerry Spratt Sun., 10:00 AM + Walter Haas, Sr. - by Eileen & John Mitchell Sun., 5:00 PM + People of the Parish The Mass book is open for the months of January-March. If you would like to book a mass in memory of a loved one please call the rectory at 508-234-5656. January 1, 2017 2 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God
Welcome FAITH FORMATION RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHEDULE Pre school Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Kindergarten Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM First Grade Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Grades 2 & 3 Sunday 11:05 AM - 12:05 PM Grades 4 & 5 Sunday 8:50 AM - 9:50 AM Children are to attend the 10:00 am Mass and take part in the Children s Liturgy of the Word. Grades 6, 7 & 8 Monday 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM Formal High School Classes will take place September-February at varied dates. Special Sessions take place throughout the year check the weekly schedule for times. Middle School: Monday 6:45-8:00 PM High School: Sunday 5:00-7:30 PM Upcoming Faith Formation Jan. 2: No Faith Formation Classes Jan. 3: Home School Unit #2 Meeting, Chapel Weekly Prayer Group & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00-8:00 PM (Chapel) All Are Welcome! OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL 71 Mendon Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569 508-278-5851 www.ourladyofthevalleyregional.com Sacrament of Baptism: For information concerning our Parent and Godparent Preparation Program, please contact the Parish Office approximately three to six months before the child is born. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered every Saturday from 3:30-4:00 PM in the Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. LIFE IN THE PARISH Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Rectory Phone: 508-234-5656 Rectory Fax: 508-234-6845 Religious Ed. Phone: 508-234-3511 Parish Website: www.mystpatricks.com Find us on Facebook at St Patricks Parish Whitinsville Are you new to St. Patrick Parish? Become a member by going to mystpatricks.com to register on-line. Do you have students to register for Religious Education? Go to the Religious Education tab and register on-line, or by the office. Upcoming Second Collections: Jan.1 - New Year s Day Jan. 1 - Catholic University Jan. 15 - Utilities Upcoming Meetings: Dec. 27: Contemporary Music Ensemble Rehearsal, 7:00 PM, Church Jan. 11: Blackstone valley Quilters Meeting, 6:30-9:00 PM, Center Upcoming Baptism: Jan. 1 - Lucas Abel Dumican, 11:30 AM in Church RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults teaches the history, traditions and Sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church. Non-Catholics or Catholic Adults seeking information about full initiation into the Catholic Church, through Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation, should contact Deacon Chris Finan at (508) 234-5656. Sacrament of Matrimony: Couples should contact a Parish Priest as soon as they decide to marry and before any other arrangements are made. The Diocesan policy requires a minimum one -year period of preparation. Sacrament of the Sick & Homebound Visits Please inform us when a family member is admitted to the hospital. Communion visits to the aged, sick, convalescing and homebound are a major concern to us. Please call the Rectory at 508-234- 5656 to arrange these ministerial visits. January 1, 2017 3 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God
Welcome Reflections: Here we are again on the threshold of another New Year and the question always arises: What is your New Year resolution? Resolutions are about trying to change our lives in one way or another, hopefully for the better. We often fail for one reason or another to live up to our resolution expectations. Maybe we should try a different approach, if we want a better life. This year let s try to take a hint from the Gospels, particularly today s Gospel on this Feast of Mary, The Mother of God. First of all let s resolve to not let this Christmas season to have already passed us by, as the secular world does. We celebrate Christmas until the Baptism of the Lord which is on January 19. Have you really contemplated what Christmas means and then make known the message you have been told about this Christ Child? What message have you been told about Jesus this Christmas? Share it! Begin this year with a sense of unbounded wonder and gratitude. And Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart. Can you begin this year with wonder? And keep that wonder with you as you enter into the rest of the year? Don t ever lose that wonder of what our God has done for us by sending his Son into our ordinary lives; to reconcile us, to make us whole and to be our companion during this year and beyond. As the saying goes, there wouldn t be an Easter without Christmas. And let s not forget gratitude for what God has done. How can we show our gratitude for God s greatest gift to us? The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God. This coming year, let s make it a reality to return each and every week to this place we call church to give praise and glory to our God. And to give God the very best of who we are. I think if we work hard to keep these resolutions, this year, we will find great joy and fullness of Gods life in us throughout not only this year but the rest of our lives. Happy New Year! Peace, Deacon Patrick We d like to take this opportunity to thank all those who gave of their time, talent and treasure to make this such a happy and meaningful Christmas season. Because of the participation and the unselfish giving of so many in our Parish community, so many more were assisted, enriched, and blessed! Thank You! January 1, 2017 4 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God
STEWARDSHIP/MINISTRIES Thank you to everyone that helped to fulfill all of the tags on our Christmas Giving Tree, helped bring all of the gifts downstairs from the church and helped bring them out to the cars of the recipients. Many people were thankful for the kindness that was shown to them at this busy time of the year. Welcome Let s Connect! We are very excited about our new Audio/Visual Ministry here at St. Patrick s. We are in the testing stages of streaming one Mass a week live, for our parishioners who are unable to be present for our weekend Masses. We would like to build a team of people who are interested in audio/visual and are willing to learn more about our capabilities. We are in need of at least two people each weekend to run the audio and visual equipment. Many hands make light work so please inquire if interested. Please contact Deacon Patrick if you are interested in being a part of a dynamic team helping St. Patrick s spread the Good News. Gift Certificates Available! The John 21 Community Breakfast Ministry now has gift/donation certificates available. If you would like to donate in someone s name to this valuable ministry, please call Shelly at the parish office, 508-234-5656, to ask for a certificate. Thank You! St. Patrick s John 21 Community Breakfast ministry provides a free, nutritious breakfast every Saturday morning in the spirit of community fellowship and hospitality from 8-10 AM for those in need in St. Patrick s Parish Center. The Blackstone Valley United Methodist Church in Whitinsville will host a clothing swap on Saturday, January 14, 2017 from 9-11am. Whether you're looking to clean your closets or update your wardrobe, this is the event for you! We accept gently used (no rips or stains please) men's, women's and kid's clothing, shoes and accessories. You don't have to donate anything in order to take something home and you don't have to take something home in order to donate. Everything is free and open to the public. Donations can be dropped off on Friday, January 13 from 6-7pm or the morning of the swap. Use the driveway between Domino's Pizza and the law office and come in the back door. For more information, please email edalynne@hotmail.com or call Christine at 508-234- 8131. Music Ministry Cantor Rehearsal: First and Third Tuesdays 7:00-8:30 PM Contemporary Music Ensemble Rehearsals: Second & Fourth Tuesday 7:00-9:00 PM New Members are Always Welcome in any Music Ministry. Prayer Shawl Ministry As a parishioner of St. Patrick s, you can request a Prayer Shawl for someone whom you feel needs comfort by calling or e-mailing Lucille at 508-234-2255 or blharper@verizon.net or call Shelly or Jackie at the rectory at 508-234-5656 Follow us on Social Media! SPiN--St. Patrick s in Action Contact Shelly Mombourquette to find out about this monthly service of giving back to our community at Shelly@mystpatricks.com Join us on January 15, 2017. The Knights of Columbus, Mumford Council #365 If you are not a member of the Knights of Columbus and would like to join us, please talk to any Knight or visit www.kofc365.org. St Patricks Parish Whitinsville stpatsville @stpatricks20 st.patricksparish January 1, 2017 5 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God
Giving a Weekly Gift for 2 Years: $ 2.00 = $ 208.00 (Just one cup of Coffee a week) $ 5.00 = $ 520.00 $10.00 = $ 1,040.00 $20.00 = $ 2,080.00 By extending your pledge over a longer period of time, makes your contribution easier and perhaps more affordable to you. Welcome A Big Warm Welcome! The Welcoming Committee of St. Patrick s Parish will hold its 21st Annual Welcoming Committee Gathering for New Parishioners of 2016 on Sunday, January 15th from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM in the Parish Center. Everyone is invited to join us in welcoming these new families into our parish family. Please come! Wednesday, 2:30-5:30pm- Beginning Jan. 4, 2017 Presbyterian Church, 51 Cottage St., Whitinsville PrimeTime after-school program, for all children ages 5 through 12 begins January 4th, 2017. PrimeTime is designed for children who have had no previous exposure to Jesus or the Bible, but children of faith will also be strengthened in their relationship to God. PrimeTime will be held on Wednesdays from 2:30 to 5:30pm during the school year. Games, music, crafts, memory verses, and Bible lessons are included each week. Please pray for us as we spread the love of Christ to the children of Northbridge. If interested contact Mary Sutton at: mary.sutton@scriptureunion.org (774) 293-0434 or call the Presbyterian church office at (508) 234-8220 for application. Prayer for Those in the Service Almighty God, we stand before you asking for your divine mercy and protection. Embrace with Your invincible armor our loved ones in all branches of the service. Give them courage and strength against all enemies both spiritual and physical and hasten their safe journey back to their homes and families. Amen Please remember the following service personnel in your Prayers as they serve and protect our country: Pvt. Tyler Finnigan, US Army, Ft. Devens, MA L.Cpl. Aaron Marshall, Okinawa, Eric Hoyt, Machinist 1st Class, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, U.S. Army, L.Cpl. Troy Monteville, Afghanistan, LTJG David Mobed, US Navy, USS Mason Jube s Family Restaurant First Thursday of the Month Special this month 20% of your check will be donated!!!!! Present this coupon for any meal on the first Thursday of every month and Jube s Family Restaurant will donate 20% of your check to the John 21 Community Breakfast. January 1, 2017 6 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God