Saint Patrick Parish 1 Cross Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588 November 20, 2016
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 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 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. + MASS INTENTIONS + 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. Weekend of Nov. 19/20: Sat., 4:30 PM + P. Oscar Picard (5th Anniv.) - by Ann and Laura Sun., 8:00 AM + Lucy Witek - by Cathy and John Morawski Sun., 10:00 AM + Agnes Alme (19th Anniv.) by Nicki Verploegen Sun., 5:00 PM + Doris Girard -by the Lamontagne Family 8:30 AM Daily Mass Intentions Nov. 21-25: Monday Tuesday + John & Dorothy Harris - by their family + Peter Labby - by daughter, Cynthia Wednesday + Dot Skerry by the Arrigan Family Thursday/Friday-No Mass 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 Weekend of Nov. 26/27: Sat., 4:30 PM + Eileen & William Hall - by their Daughters Sun., 8:00 AM + Leo (3rd) & Helen Narris (4th) - by Lou & Nancy Pepin Sun., 10:00 AM + Leo & Margaret Smith by their Family Sun., 5:00 PM + Kathleen Mawn (22nd Anniv.) -by her Family The Mass book is open for the months of October-December. If you would like to book a mass in memory of a loved one please call the rectory at 508-234-5656. November 20, 2016 2 Christ The King
Pre school Kindergarten First Grade Grades 2 & 3 Grades 4 & 5 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHEDULE Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sunday 11:20 AM - 12:20 PM 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 This Week: FAITH FORMATION Sun., Nov. 20: No Classes Pre-5 this week 9th & 10th Gr. Decision Point: 5:00-7:30 PM, Center Mon., Nov. 21: Middle School Faith Formation 6:45 8:00 PM Weekly Prayer Group & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00-8:00 PM (Chapel) All Are Welcome! 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. OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL 71 Mendon Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569 508-278-5851 www.ourladyofthevalleyregional.com Bulletin Information Deadline: Information may be e-mailed to Shelly@mystpatricks.com or dropped off at the rectory by Monday evening. 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. 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. 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. Upcoming Baptisms: Sun., Nov. 27, 10:00 AM: William Stuart Niles Upcoming Second Collections: Nov. 20 Campaign for Human Development Nov. 27 - Utilities Upcoming Meetings: Sun., Nov. 20: Welcoming Committee Meeting: 11:30 AM 1:00 PM Beaudoin s Home November 20, 2016 3 Christ The King
Reflections: The Feast of Christ the King, which we celebrate on Sunday, Nov. 20 this year, ends the liturgical Church year and ushers in a new year, beginning with the following Sunday, Nov. 27 and the season of Advent. The readings, leading up to this feast, suggest turmoil and an end to the World as we know it, but our faith tells us that we have a King in Jesus Christ, who will lead us to a new life in His kingdom, if we allow ourselves to enter more deeply into the mystery of His life, death and resurrection. The mystery of Christ, unfolded through the cycle of the year, calls us to live his mystery in our own lives. This call is best illustrated in the lives of Mary and the Saints, celebrated by the Church throughout the year. The Blessed Virgin Mary is joined by an inseparable bond to the saving work of her Son, and the feasts of all the Saints proclaim the wonderful works of Christ in his servants and offer the faithful, you and me, fitting examples for their imitation. In the feasts of the Saints the Paschal Mystery of Christ, his suffering, death and resurrection, is proclaimed and renewed. The liturgical year is made up of six seasons: Advent - four weeks of preparation before the celebration of Jesus' birth Christmas - recalling the Nativity of Jesus Christ and his manifestation to the peoples of the world Lent - a six-week period of penance before Easter Sacred Paschal Triduum - the holiest "Three Days" of the Church's year, where the Christian people recall the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus Easter - 50 days of joyful celebration of the Lord's resurrection from the dead and his sending forth of the Holy Spirit Ordinary Time - divided into two sections (one span of 4-8 weeks after Christmas Time and another lasting about six months after Easter Time), wherein the faithful consider the fullness of Jesus' teachings and works among his people As we end this year of mercy and begin a new year with Advent and the Gospel of Matthew, may we enter more deeply into the life of Christ our King and thus align our lives more closely with Him, in faith hope and love. Peace and Blessings, Deacon Patrick Smile! Today, My Face Will Be More Cheerful! Did you know that the central message of Christianity is Joy? Pope John Paul II said, Christ came to bring joy: joy to children, joy to parents, joy to families and friends, joy to the sick and elderly. Christ came to bring joy to all people; go therefore and become messengers of joy. November 20, 2016 4 Christ The King
STEWARDSHIP/MINISTRIES Thank you to all those who are donating a Thanksgiving food basket to a needy Northbridge family. Your support is greatly appreciated. Food baskets must be delivered to our parish center between 10:00 AM and 12:00 Noon on Sunday, November 20th. NAC Food Pantry 508-234-4599 Open Tuesdays 10:00 AM-12:00 PM & Thursdays 1:00-3:00 PM Please remember those that are less fortunate. The NAC Food Pantry helps local area families, and will accept any nonperishable food in date. If you would like to donate please drop items off in the boxes at the entrance of the Church or drop a donation in the basket marked for the NAC Food Pantry. 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. The Young Neighbors In Action of 2017 and Anne Haas are collecting bottles and cans. Please drop off your clean cans and bottles in the Parish Center. If you would like to have someone pick them up at your home, please call Anne Haas at 508-234-9163. 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 Shamrocks: Students age 6-12 Watch Bulletin for rehearsal times and events. 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 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 December 11, 2016. Not only do we have our usual sites but we will have a group going around Christmas Caroling. Free Breakfast every Saturday from 8-10 AM for those in need. Would you like to be a part of this ministry? Contact Shelly@mystpatricks.com or call the rectory. John 21 is funded by donations and Grants. Please consider making a donation to help this ministry continue. Interested in being a part of a team? Try once and see if it is something you would like to continue. Call the rectory for details. Every First Thursday join us at Jube s with a coupon and 10% of your bill will be donated to John 21. Watch the bulletin for the coupon. Thank you for supporting our Young Neighbors In Action Ministry. Catholic Charities 508-234-3800 Contact Noreen Landry for support in times of need. November 20, 2016 5 Christ The King
LET S REMEMBER: The NAC Thanksgiving Eve Service will be Wednesday, November 23 at 7:00 pm at the Blackstone Valley United Methodist Church, 61 Linwood Ave., Whitinsville. The speaker will be Rev. Tom Landry, pastor of St. Peter's Church. The public is invited. The eleven Northbridge churches will be providing refreshments and there will be time for fellowship. Please bring boxed or canned items for the NAC Food Pantry. Dec. 3, 2016: 3:00-6:00 PM in the Parish Center If your looking for another way to honor the people close to you this Christmas, come to the Gifts of Joy and Compassion Alternative Gifts Market at St. Patrick s! 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 George H.W. Bush Aircraft Carrier, U.S. Army, L.Cpl. Troy Monteville, Afghanistan, LTJG David Mobed, US Navy, USS Mason Try Pope Frances 5 Finger Prayer: 1. The thumb is the closest finger to you. So start praying for those who are closest to you. They are the persons easiest to remember. To pray for our dear ones is a sweet obligation. 2. The next finger is the index. Pray for those who teach you, instruct you and heal you. They need the support and wisdom to show direction to others. Always keep them in your prayers. 3. The following finger is the tallest. It reminds us of our leaders, the governors and those who have authority. They need God s guidance. 4. The fourth finger is the ring finger. Even that it may surprise you, it is our weakest finger. It should remind us to pray for the weakest, the sick or those plagued by problems. They need your prayers. 5. And finally we have our smallest finger, the smallest of all. Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. When you are done praying for the other four groups, you will be able to see your own needs but in the proper perspective, and also you will be able to pray for your own needs in a better way. Giving a Weekly Gift for 2 Years $ 2.00 = $ 208.00 $ 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. November 20, 2016 6 Christ The King