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April 15, 2018 HǐǍǚ FǂǎNJǍǚ

PASTOR’S CORNER MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, April 14 Last Monday, Francis issued a new Apostolic 8:15 am Arthur Cunningham - Memorial Exhortation entitled, Gaudete et Exsultate (Rejoice and 5:00 pm Dorothy Concannon—Birthday Memorial Be Glad) on the Call to Holiness in Today’s World. You Sunday, April 15 can read it online at: https://w2.vatican.va/content/ 7:30 am Our Parishioners francesco/en/apost_exhortations.index.html. An 9:00 am Caroline Castro—Memorial is one form of the ordinary 10:30 am Mary & Edward Ackerman—Memorial teaching authority of the Pope by which he conveys a Monday, April 15 message to the faithful about a particular area relevant 8:15 am Ann Pasiuk—Memorial to living out the Catholic faith. In this document, Tuesday, April 17 says, “Holiness is nothing other than 8:15 am William Michael Stroker—Memorial charity lived to the full,” and “giving your best” in Friday, April 20 committing yourself “body and soul.” “The Lord asks 8:15 am Helen Simpson—Month’s Mind everything of us, and in return he offers us true life, Saturday, April 21 the happiness for which we were created.” “He wants 8:15 am Elizabeth & Cornelius O’Connor—Mem us to be saints and not to settle for a bland and mediocre existence.” 5:00 pm Patrick McDonough—Anniversary Sunday, April 22 Pope Francis includes some practical advice about 7:30 am Our Parishioners holiness like, “stop being mean or gossiping.” And, 9:00 am Ryan Schroeder—Memorial he equates holiness with being the very best of oneself 10:30 am Martha Carver—Memorial – much like Matthew Kelly’s encouragement to “become the best version of yourself.” Pope Francis tells us that everyday life can help us be holy. He UNABLE TO ATTEND MASS – because of sickness or infirmity? If you or a family member are in this highlights two tendencies to avoid: being a “know-it- situation, you are welcome to call the parish office to all” in matters of faith and religion, and going about receive Holy Communion at home. Extraordinary life as though we don’t need God’s grace to be saved. Ministers of Holy Communion are available to His roadmap to holiness are the Beatitudes, particularly “Blessed are the merciful.” provide this ministry on a regular basis. The document is lengthy but well worth a slow, ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL reflective read such that one can digest its insights in GRADUATING SENIORS – The 2018 small portions and use it for personal prayer. It could Baccalaureate Service, sponsored by also serve as a wonderful source for small group the Duxbury Interfaith Council, will discussion. I encourage you to read Gaudete et take place at First Parish Church, 842 Exsultate (Rejoice and Be Glad) on the Call to Holiness in Tremont St., Duxbury on Thurs., May 31 at 7 pm. Today’s World and let our Holy Father’s reflections Graduating seniors from any high school are invited enrich your understanding of what it means to live a to participate by providing a performance of music, holy life. It truly is not just for a select few, but for dance, drama, reading of poetry or religious text, or each and every one of us in our own particular state in life. Enjoy! other form of expression appropriate to the spirit of the evening. It is meant to provide a forum for God bless you! graduates to share their God-given talents to express Fr. Bob their feelings and appreciation for the support they have received, the experiences that have helped shape their values and increase their confidence, and the hope and strength that come from faith. Interested students must submit a proposal for their presentation by Tues., May 22 and be able to attend two rehearsals. Please direct all submissions and inquiries to [email protected] with subject line of Baccalaureate. For more information,  check out Facebook - Duxbury Baccalaureate.

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popular scripture professor, Celia Sirois, continues of 5Offertory collected on 4/8 $11,445 Online giving for 4/8 $ 2,930 Thursdays through May 3 from 10 am – 12 noon here Total for 4/8 $14,375 at Holy Family parish center. Suggested offering is $5/session. Pre-registration is not required. Bring Clergy Benefit $ 1,490 Thank you for your continued generosity! your Bible.

APPALACHIA SERVICE PROJECT Yard Sale Holy Family Parish Center Saturday April 28 - 8 am-2 pm rain or shine! Come and shop, and stay for a snack in our bake sale 2018 CATHOLIC APPEAL - is well underway here at café. All proceeds benefit Holy Family’s mission trip Holy Family Parish. So far, 273 parishioners have to West Virginia with ASP. participated, and together, we have raised $123,622 toward our parish goal of $191,438. Thank you to all who have participated already. Your generosity will PRAY THE ROSARY (K. of C. "5th support the good work taking place within the SUNDAY") - All are welcome to join Archdiocese of Boston and here at Holy Family. With members of our parish Knights of Columbus $67,816 left to raise, we need the participation of every to pray the Rosary on Sat., April 28 at 4:40 parishioner. Have you made your pledge? If you pm in the chapel just before the 5:00 pm have yet to participate in the 2018 Catholic Appeal, Mass. Free Rosary beads and directions to pray the please pledge online now at bostoncatholicappeal.org Rosary can be found on the table outside the Chapel. or complete a pledge form available at the doors of the church. Thank you! FIND YOUR GREATNESS – Sun., May 6 MONSIGNOR GLYNN SCHOLARSHIP from 2-6 pm here at Holy Family Church. AWARD - will be offered again this year to Speaker Dr. Allen Hunt and singer- two seniors from our parish, a young man songwriter George Lower from Dynamic and woman, who have given generously of Catholic will lead this event. Don’t miss the themselves to their parish. We are opportunity to discover the 4 powerful encouraging any interested high school seniors from habits that will help you reach your full potential and Holy Family Parish to apply for the scholarship award greatness in this engaging and interactive program. of $500 each. All applications are due in the parish Tickets at www.dynamiccatholic.com and in the office by today, April 15 and will be reviewed by the parish office. This event is being widely advertised scholarship committee. Applications can be obtained and is already 65% sold out! For more info, contact on the literature rack outside the parish business Paula Harris at [email protected] or Jeanne office. Cregan at [email protected] or 781-934- INTERFAITH COUNCIL HIGH SCHOOL 5055 x114. SCHOLARSHIP – Duxbury Interfaith Council invites high school graduates of the Class of 2018, who are residents of Duxbury, to apply for up to four $500 BOOKKEEPER—PART TIME - Holy Family Parish college scholarships. Application deadline is May 1. is seeking a highly organized, detail oriented and The awards will be presented at the DIC accurate individual, proficient in QuickBooks and Baccalaureate Service on May 31, 2018. Please visit Microsoft applications. In addition to processing all www.duxburyinterfaithcouncil.org for more purchase orders and vendor invoices accurately, the information and to download the application. ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to perform a variety of basic support tasks as assigned. Please PARISH OFFICE - will be closed in observance of send resumes to [email protected] President’s Day Monday, April 16.  AǑǓNJǍ 15 2017

FAITH FORMATION END HUNGER NE - Thank you to all those who donated and worked at the End Hunger New England First Grade - Workshop #2 is completed. If you were Event this past weekend – We package 43,000 meals unable to attend or have any questions about the that were distributed between 5 food pantries. This is program, please contact Jennifer Castricone at our third End hunger Evet and has made us the first [email protected]. Catholic Organization to make more than 100,000 meals. It was a beautiful day to see so many of you Second Grade - Workshop 6 has two more sessions share your time talent and treasure to help those in available Sunday, April 22, 11:30-1:00 pm and need. What a beautiful example to see over 250 Holy th Sunday April 29 3-5 pm. Sign ups are online at Family parishioners putting their faith into www.holyfamily.duxbury.org. If you have any action! Thank you! questions please contact Jen in the Faith Formation office. INTERESTED IN STARTING A VOCATION Grades 3-8 – Thank you to all teachers and families TEAM HERE AT HOLY FAMILY? - The Vocation for a wonderful faith filled year. All homeschool Office for the Archdiocese of Boston invites you to a materials for grades 3-6 are due Monday, May 7th. morning seminar on Sat., April 28 at the Pastoral Grades 7 & 8 homeschool materials were due Sunday, Center, 66 Brooks Dr., Braintree on parish vocation April 8th. ministry and the Life of a Seminarian. It will begin with Mass at 8:30 am followed by a light continental Confirmation 1 & 2 – Thank you to all our teachers, breakfast, and exciting and compelling witness talks students and families who supported us through by seminarians and parents of future priests. The another great year. Please submit any outstanding seminar will finish by 12 noon. Come and explore paperwork to Kiera and have a great rest of the school how we can foster a Culture of Vocations in our year! Kiera can be reached at parishes. For more info, contact Mary Jo Kriz at [email protected] We are still waiting [email protected] . To register, visit: for a Confirmation date and will announce it when we vocationsboston.org, and please contact Fr. Bob here get that information. at Holy Family if you are interested in attending.

Vacation Bible School – Begins Monday, June 25-29th 9am – 12pm. It is $70 per child with a family PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL – There are several maximum of $150. Ages 4 to completed grade 4 are openings on the PPC this fall and the selection process welcomed to attend. Registration forms will be will be happening soon. Members serve for a three- available to download on line or also will be located year term, and provide the pastor and staff with outside the Faith Formation Office. helpful input and support addressing the pastoral, liturgical, spiritual, educational, and social aspects of parish life. The Council meets once a month during Please consider using our advertisers, as they help the academic year, generally on the fourth Tuesday of support the cost of this bulletin. the month at 7:00 pm. Interested individuals should contact the PPC Vice-Chair, Steve Gandt at (781) 934- 8927 or email him at ST. ANDREW DINNER – All high school men are [email protected]. invited to participate in an evening of prayer, dinner, and a casual conversation with Cardinal Seán about LOOKING TO LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR vocations, prayer, and the call to holiness that God FAITH? - Going on a long car ride? Need a book for places on each of our hearts on Thurs., May 24 from 6 the beach? - Check out our new Augustine institute – 8 pm at St. Edith Stein Parish, Brockton. Each young Kiosk in the side Narthex for CDs Books, and man will have the chance to meet Cardinal Seán. pamphlets all about our faith. All materials are Parents, youth ministers, priests, and chaperones are available for a small donation. The kiosk will be welcome to accompany the young man. For more refilled as items are purchased. We hope to keep fresh information, visit: VocationsBoston.org or contact Fr. material available for our parishioners to enjoy a Eric Cadin [email protected] / 617-746-5947. variety of spiritual reading! TljNJǓDž SǖǏDžǂǚ ǐLJ EǂǔǕdžǓ WOMEN’S ACTS RETREAT – Are you looking for a SOUTH SHORE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - spiritual recharge? Join the women of Corpus Christi (SSHH) is dedicated to delivering simple, decent, Parish, Sandwich on retreat, Thurs., April 26 – Sun., affordable homes in partnership with families in need. April 29 at the Miramar Retreat Center in Duxbury. Currently, homes are being built in Duxbury. The weekend promises to be spiritually enriching & Volunteers are needed for their Community Build transformative! Applications available on the Corpus Days. Visit https:// Christi Parish website, www.corpuschristiparish.org/ southshorehabitat.volunteerhub.com/lp/build/ to acts-mission-retreat or can be picked up on the learn more about how and when you can volunteer. literature racks at the doors of the church. For info., Please contact Beth Lyons at 781-337-7744 x14 / call Mary Montalto at 508-498-2130. [email protected]. Free will donations can be made securely online at www.sshabitat.org. SSHH is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR - hosted by Charismatic Renewal Services of Boston will be held PILGRIMAGE TO ROME & on Fri., April 27 – Sun., April 29 at the Pastoral Center ASSISI - with Fr. Joe O'Keefe, SJ as in Braintree. Live in the promise of the Resurrection spiritual director. Detailed this Easter season! For more information, visit information is now available about CRSBoston.com or email Vincent Cerasuolo at a Pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi [email protected] from October 7 - October 15, 2018. A daily itinerary is available for your review and specific costs for the BIBLE STUDY – focusing on the Acts of the Apostles package that would include airfare, hotels, most meals will take place on 9 Thursdays from 7:00 – 8:30 pm and other related costs. If you would like to receive a beginning May 3 and ending June 28 in Fr. Mahoney copy of the informational brochure, email Fr. Joe hall at St. Thecla’s, Pembroke. No bible study at [email protected] or Mary Henry at Marian experience necessary. Includes Little Rock Scripture Pilgrimages at [email protected]. You can also video presentation and small group discussion. $20 call Mary at 781-331-2444. fee includes cost of materials. For further information and to register, contact Bob Fanning at home: 781-826- “IT CAN’T BE THAT BAD” – But it is! 9233, via text at 617-529-9233 or by email at And no one seems to understand what you [email protected]. are going through. At times like this, you need a concerned friend who will listen while you HEALING AFTER ABORTION – Project Rachel of work through your feelings. A Stephen Minister can the Archdiocese of Boston offers hope and healing for be that Christian friend. Please contact Dn. Art Keefe women suffering from the pain of a past abortion. It – 781-264-3880; [email protected]. offers confidential support, retreats and referrals for Sacramental Reconciliation (Confession). Upcoming MY BROTHER’S KEEPER - If you would like to retreat dates will take place on Saturdays - May 5 and donate new or used furniture in excellent condition to June 2. For more information, contact Project Rachel MBK, please call Jim Sullivan at 781-936-8904 at 508-651-3100 or [email protected]. (donations should not be left without calling).

COMING OR GOING? PARISH CENSUS FUND FOR THE NEEDY GOLF CLASSIC – St. Bon- REGISTRATION UPDATE – Please complete the aventure Parish, Manomet invites you to take part in following to update our parish records… whether you’ve their 2018 FFN Golf Classic to be held on Thurs., May recently moved here, are about to move away, or are a 24 on the Championship Course at Waverly Oaks CC young person setting out on your own. in Plymouth. 100% of the proceeds will go to emer- NAME: ______gency help with food, heating fuel, electricity and oth- ADDRESS: ______er urgent needs to financially struggling residents in PHONE:______the Manomet/So. Plymouth community. Register EMAIL:______online at www.stbonaventureplymouth.org and click CIRCUMSTANCES: ______on the FFN link. For additional information, e-mail (Please clip this out and drop in the collection basket or the Fund at [email protected]. email our Parish Office at [email protected]).

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PARISH OFFICE  Pastor: Very Rev. Robert J. Deehan, V.F.*  Parochial Vicar:  Rev. J. Thomas Gignac* Office Hours: MondayThursday 9:00 am  4:00 pm Deacon: Arthur J. Keefe*  Fridays 9:00 am  12:00 pm Business Manager: Cheryl Provost* Phone   7819345055 Bookkeeper: Marilyn Murphy* Fax    7819345796 Parish Admin. Assistant: Kristen McArdle   REGULAR MEETINGS  [email protected]  Director of Faith Formation: Jeanne Cregan* Knights of Columbus Youth Faith Formation Minister/ www.facebook.com/KnightsofColumbusDuxbury   Social Media Coordinator: Kiera Schaff* 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 pm   Children’s Faith Formation Men in Christian Discussion Minister (Gr. 12): Jennifer Castricone* Saturday at 7:00 am8:10 am   Children’s Faith Formation  Minister (Gr. 36) Jackie Halpin Curran Daytime Bible Study Thursday (Sept.June) at 10:00 am11:30 am [email protected]  Faith Formation Admin. Asst.: Mary Juliano Hayes Centering Prayer Group  [email protected] Thursdays 1 M 2 pm    Music / Liturgy Director: Mary Keefe* Evening Prayer Group Maintenance / Custodian Beau Stebbins  Wednesday at 7:30 pm  *Asterisk indicates email address is  Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) first initial of first name plus last Contact Ken McCarthy 6175494620 [email protected]

PASTORAL VISITATION SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE When confined to home, please call the Parish Office to  arrange for a visit and Holy Communion. Saturday   5:00 pm Sunday   7:30 am STEPHEN MINISTRY     9:00 am (Family Mass) Oneonone confidential care to those experiencing     10:30 am difficulties in their lives. Contact Deacon Art Keefe       DAILY MASS SCHEDULE  (Our Lady’s Chapel) 781 264 3880.   Mon Sat 8:15 am followed by Rosary and  Divine Mercy Chaplet WOMEN’S CLUB Contact Karen Bolduc  6179575016   ST. VINCENT dePAUL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION    Fridays 9 am ending with Evening Prayer/Benediction at  781 361 3595 5 pm. On First Friday, Adoration extends through the night PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL until Saturday 8:15 am Mass. Steve Gandt 7819348927 ViceChairperson Fr. Bob Deehan  Chairperson SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Emma Bishop (youth), Tanner Campbell (youth), Joe (Confessions) Coletti, Jeanne Cregan (staff exofficio), Glenn Dobecki, Saturday 4:004:45 pm, First Fridays 6:307:30 pm, Larry Flynn, Colleen Larose, Kathleen O’Malley, Bob First Saturdays 7:308:00 am, and anytime by appointment. Pietrzak, Cheryl Provost (staff exofficio), Annie Robinson, Maggie Sanford, Amy Schomp, Will Strauss (Youth).  SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Comments, suggestions or questions can be sent to the PPC  Vice MChairperson at: Baptism: 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month 1:00 pm  Contact Parish Office to register. [email protected].

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL  Engaged couples should contact the Parish Office at least Paul Casale    Chairperson  6 months prior to the proposed date and before finalizing Fr. Bob Deehan   exofficio  reception plans. Cheryl Provost    exofficio Paul Brogna, John Burke, John Dwyer, Chris Sherwood. BULLETIN DEADLINE: MONDAY 10:00 AM