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City of Taunton ~ Catholic Churches South May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

Weekend Mass Schedule Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday – 4:00pm Saturday - 4:00pm Sunday — 8:00am and 10:30am Sunday — 8:30 am St. Andrew the Apostle Annunciation of the Lord 19 Kilmer Ave 31 First St. Taunton, MA 02780 Taunton, MA 02780 508-824-5577 508-823-2521 [email protected] [email protected]

Catholic Churches South www.cstaunton.org

Mass is Live-streaming on the website Monday-Friday at 8:00am and Saturday Vigil at 4:00pm

May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

First Reading Acts 9:26-31 Second Reading (cont.)

Those who keep his commandments A Reading from the remain in him, and he in them, and the way When Saul arrived in Jerusalem he tried to we know that he remains in us is from the join the disciples, but they were all afraid of Spirit he gave us. him, not believing that he was a . Then took charge of him and The Word of the Lord: Thanks be to God brought him to the apostles, and he reported to them how he had seen the Lord, and that he had spoken to him, and how in Damascus 15:1-8 he had spoken out boldly in the name of . He moved about freely with them in A reading from the holy Gospel according to Jerusalem, and spoke out boldly in the name of the Lord. He also spoke and debated with Jesus said to his disciples: the Hellenists, but they tried to kill him. And “ the , and my Father is the vine when the learned of this, they took grower. He takes away every branch in me that him down to Caesarea and sent him on his does not bear fruit, and every one that does he way to Tarsus. The church throughout all prunes so that it bears more fruit. You are , , and Samaria was at peace. already pruned because of the word that I It was being built up and walked in the fear of spoke to you. Remain in me, as I remain in you. the Lord, and with the consolation of the Holy Just as a branch cannot bear fruit on its own Spirit it grew in numbers. unless it remains on the vine, so neither can you unless you remain in me. I am the vine, you The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing. Anyone who does not Second Reading 3:1-2 remain in me will be thrown out like a branch A Reading from the first Letter of St. John and wither; people will gather them and throw Children, let us love not in word or speech them into a fire and they will be burned. but in deed and truth. Now this is how we If you remain in me and my words remain in shall know that we belong to the truth and you, ask for whatever you want and it will be reassure our hearts before him in whatever done for you. By this is my Father glorified, our hearts condemn, for God is greater than that you bear much fruit and become my our hearts and knows everything. Beloved, if disciples.” our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence in God and receive from him The Gospel of the Lord whatever we ask, because we keep his Praise to you Lord Jesus commandments and do what pleases him. And his commandment is this: we should believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and love one another just as he commanded us.

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May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

1. In a relationship, connectedness is important. Relationships cannot be taken for granted and need By Father Edward A. Murphy time and care to be life-giving. What does your experience tell you of the truth of this in your relationships with God with your friends with your family with communities or groups to which you 2 May, 2021 :1-8 belong?

REFLECTIONS on the GOSPEL 2. Over the past year our usual relationships have been disrupted by coronavirus restrictions on social gatherings. How has this impacted on your family,

parish, and other groups to which you belong? Have you ever visited a vineyard, with its rows of What creative ways have you and others devised vines, heavy with clusters of ripe grapes? If you’re to keep your social life alive? not familiar with vines, think of an apple tree laden with apples, or a fruit bush ripe for picking. 3. In THE JOY OF THE GOSPEL Francis

wrote ‘I invite all Christians, everywhere, at his very In today’s Gospel, Jesus uses the metaphor of a vine moment to a renewed personal encounter with Jesus to describe his relationship with his disciples. He Christ’ He goes on to suggest that when individuals, tells them that he is the vine, and they are the or groups, focus on Jesus there is an increase of branches. energy and vitality. Have you seen this happen?

The life of Jesus flows into us and sustains us, and 4. The parable also reminds us that we are not the this is the reason our lives can bear fruit in love, in source of our own life. It is a gift from God, from kindness, patience, compassion and welcome. our parents, and from all who have nourished us. Give thanks for those who have been a source of The symbolism of the vine works on many levels. If life for you. a branch is separated from the vine, it cannot flourish on its own. It must be connected to the vine from which it gets it nourishment. Each of us must be firmly rooted in Jesus and nourish that relationship.

He invites us to ‘remain’ in him – to rest in him, to be part of him. And if you look at a vine plant, often its branches are so entangled, it can be hard to know where one ends and another begins.

We note that Jesus is addressing the disciples as a group rather than as individuals: ‘you are the branches’. We are a community, and we grow together, bound together by the love of God.

Today, we reflect on what it means to be so intimately connected with Jesus, the true vine. We bring to mind the many gifts he has given us, and the ways in which his love bears fruit in our lives.

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May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

St Andrew the apostle ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD Weekend Mass intentions Weekend Mass intentions

SATURDAY, May 1st SATURDAY - May 1st 9:00am- José A. Freitas grandson and In-Laws 4:00pm - Intentions of Catherine and Walter brothers sisters and parents Cahoon’s 50th—Wedding Anniversary 4:00pm - Robert (Bob )Martin

SUNDAY, May 2nd SUNDAY, May 2nd 8:00am — Val Winter 8:30am - Filomenia Fortuna and daughters and 10:30am - José & Louisa, Eduardo & Manuel sons Narciso Intentions of 4th Domingas & Maria Melo SATURDAY, May 8th SATURDAY - May 8th 4:00pm - Intentions of E. & Brian 4:00pm - Antonio Moreira, Antonio Faria and Silveira Antonio & Julietta Dias and family

SUNDAY, May 9th SUNDAY, May 9th 8:00am — All Mother’s Living and Deceased 8:30am - Deceased members of David & Maria 10:30am — All Mother’s Living and Deceased Melo Family Intentions of 5th Domingas Briella, , Ludovina & José Andrade

Daily Masses will be held at St. Andrew the Apostle at 8:00am — Mass intentions for Annunciation of the Lord will be mentioned along with St. Andrew’s

Monday, May 3rd - Parishioners of St Andrew’s and Annunciation Living and Deceased

Tuesday, May 4th - John Pacheco, Constantino Carreiro

Wednesday, May 5th - José D. Moitoso

Thursday, May 6th – Special Intentions

Friday, May 7th - Edward Joseph Murphy

Sanctuary Lamp for week of Sanctuary Lamp for May May 2nd Botelho Family, Faria Family Joe and Maria Moitoso and family Mr. & Mrs. John Duarte

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION St. Andrew the Apostle Adoration Chapel open Monday through Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm

CONFESSIONS St Andrew the Apostle Annunciation of the Lord Before and after all weekend Masses. Saturday’s from 3:15 to 3:45 and by Or at any time at the Rectory. appointment. 4

May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

WEEKLY PARISH ST. ANDREW’S WEEKLY PARISH ANNUNCIATION SUPPORT SUPPORT

Thank you for your support to our Parish Thank you for your support to our Parish family. The Offertory for the weekend of family. The Offertory for the weekend of April 24th & 25th April 24th & 25th

Weekly Collection $ 3284.00 1st Collection $ 1585.00 Diocesan Assessment $ 1935.00 2nd Collection $ 562.00 Candles $ 68.00 Candle/ $ 160.00

Hymns at St Andrew’s Fifth Sunday of Easter 80th Annual Opening - Sing with All the in Glory MI#607 CATHOLIC CHARITIES Offertory - We Walk by Faith MI# 492 APPEAL Communion - One Lord MI#641 Recessional — The Spirit Sends Us Forth MI#388 “Time to Gather, Time to Heal, Time to Love” “Time to Gather, Time to Heal, Time to Love” is the theme of the 2021 Catholic Appeal. Feed the Hungry. Shelter the Homeless. Visit the Sick. Comfort the Sorrowful. You can practice the cor- Recently MARRIED poral and spiritual works of mercy, and help our Best wishes and congratulations to brothers and sisters in need, through your gener- ous support of the 80th Annual Catholic Appeal. Barry Kutz and Angela Marie Theriault The Appeal offers much-needed support to tens of Who were married on thousands throughout our Diocese: from Mans- field, Easton and the Attleboro’s, through the Saturday, April 24, 2021 Taunton, Fall River and New Bedford areas, and May God bless you both with happiness, together- extending all the way to Cape Cod and the islands. ness, love, laughter and peace. Where there is great need, our parish community can offer great hope. Please consider making your gift online by visiting www.givefrdiocese.org/2021. You can also mail your gift or, use one of the contribution cards lo- cated in church. Your gift of any size will make a difference for so many

Women of Faith meeting scheduled for Thursday May 13th at 6:00pm has been rescheduled to We welcome everyone that comes to worship at St Wednesday May 12th at 6:00pm due to the Holy Andrew’s and Annunciation of the Lord. day, Feast of the Ascension. There will be a brown bag raffle. There are registration forms available at all entranc- es, or call the rectory to officially join the parish. Welcome!

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May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

2021 DOMINGAS

4th Dominga KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP David & Maria Melo May 2021 graduating high school seniors who meet the qualifications and are members of St Andrew All are welcome to join the Holy Ghost Society at the Apostle Parish. All interested students should 7:00pm in the Parish Hall at Annunciation of the contact Laurindo DaGraca 508-824-4147 or Mi- Lord to pray the rosary in honor of the Holy Spirit. chael Wojcik 508-822-4254 of St Andrew Knights of Columbus or the Guidance Counselor of their school to obtain an application. All applications Wednesday, May 5th to Saturday, May 8th must be sent to the Scholarship Committee by Fri- day, June 30, 2021. We hope you can join us for an evening of prayer. WOMEN OF FAITH SCHOLARSHIP Are offering a $250.00 scholarship to a student who is a of St Andrew the Apostle or Annunciation of the Lord Parish and will be attending School. Scholarship applications are available in the parish office and at the entrances of the church. The deadline to apply is June.

The winners of the OLOL Calendar Drawing April Amie Houghton and Jennifer Kotilkoff Next Drawing in May will be on Mother’s Day

Bible Study: The Continues TUESDAY, May 4th 6:30pm at Annunciation of the Lord

• Study on the Gospel of St Matthew • 12-week course • Sign-up sheets at all the entrances • Tuesday at 6:30pm.

MOTHER’S DAY FEAST OF THE ASCENSION FLOWER SALE Thursday, May 13th Holy Day of Obligation The Women of Faith will be selling flower bouquets on Mother’s Day St Andrew the Apostle 8:00am Weekend at St. Andrew’s, $5.00 each. Proceeds Annunciation of the Lord 6:30pm will benefit the 2021 Catholic Charities Appeal

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May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

POPE URGES GLOBAL MONTHLONG PRAYER MARATHON TO END PANDEMIC Pope Francis has invited Catholics worldwide to take part in a marathon of prayer during the month of May for an end to the Covid-19 pandemic.

This global prayer initiative calls for a daily recitation of the Rosary in this month dedicated to the Blessed Mary. Each day in May at 12 noon EDT on Vatican online media platforms, there will be a livestream broadcast from a different Marian around the world to lead the Rosary prayer.

Bishop da Cunha is encouraging the faithful of the Fall River Diocese to take part, joining their prayers to this critical cause. People can join the Vatican online platform at noon, they can pray on their own at a convenient time, they can gather as family or as a group at home to pray, or they come together as a parish community to pray in the church. Please use whatever means fits your particular situation.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Sacred Heart Chapel St Joseph’s Chapel Annunciation of the Lord St Andrew the Apostle Saturday 1:00pm to 3:45pm Daily 7:00am—7:00pm Signup sheets available

ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD

Mass Intentions from June -December

Anyone wishing to put in Mass Intentions from June -December

may call the office (508)823-2521 and leave a message with your name and phone number

and your phone call will be returned or you can send an e-mail to. [email protected]

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May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

PRAYERS said at end of HOLY MASS

Memorare: Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do we come, before thee we stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen. "O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee."

Divine Praises: May the heart of Jesus, in the Most Blessed Sacrament, be praised, adored, and loved with grateful affection, at every moment, in all the tabernacles of the world, even to the end of time. Amen.

Prayer to The : St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, cast into hell , and all the evil spirits, who prowl around the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. 8

May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

O Mary, Help us, Mother of Divine Love, You shine continuously on our journey to conform ourselves to the will of the Father as a sign of salvation and hope. and to do what Jesus tells us. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the For he took upon himself our suffering, Sick, and burdened himself with our sorrows who, at the foot of the cross, to bring us, through the cross, were united with Jesus’ suffering, to the joy of the Resurrection. and persevered in your faith. Amen.

“Protectress of the Roman people”, We fly to your protection, you know our needs, O Holy Mother of God; and we know that you will provide, Do not despise our petitions so that, as at Cana in Galilee, in our necessities, joy and celebration may return but deliver us always after this time of trial. from every danger, O Glorious and Blessed Virgin.

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May 2, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Easter Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle

CITY OF TAUNTON ~ CATHOLIC CHURCHES SOUTH Fr Edward A. Murphy, Pastor Priests of LaSalette Shrine, Part-Time

CHURCH STAFF Nancy Roberts – Administrator - [email protected] Jackie Paige – Administrative Assistant – [email protected] Carol Berube – Administrative Assistant – 508-824-5577 Sally Medeiros -Director of Religious Education - [email protected] Nathaniel Castro – Director of Music Ministry - [email protected] Kevin Correia – Organist Tara Sousa – Youth Minister Joseph Teixeira – Maintenance Sacristans – Phil Cronan. Susan Orton. Michael Wojcik. Richard Alvarnaz

SCHOOL STAFF Mary Turner – Principal – [email protected] Kara Lawrence—Vice Principal—[email protected] Angelina Correia – Business Manager—[email protected] Kathaleen Tutino – School Secretary Sr. Mary Margretta Sol – Development Director Sr. Donald Marie Kerr – Catholic Identity Director

Parish Offices St. Andrew the Apostle Annunciation of the Lord (Office) 19 Kilmer Ave., Taunton, MA 02780 282 Somerset Ave., Taunton, MA 02780 508-824-5577. 508-822-1401 fax 508-823-2521. 508-823-2522 fax

St. Vincent DePaul Women of Faith Annunciation of the Lord: 508-821-9577 Kathy Duarte 508-822-5455 St Andrew the Apostle: 508-880-1583 St. Andrew the Apostle Knight of Columbus Bob Crossman 508-823-7920

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