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Needham, MA September 30– 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

David C. , Peter L. Stamm, J. McGann, Senior in esi e ce Reverend Mr. ,

LITURGICAL () SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil 4:00 pm 8:00 am, 9:30 am (Family Mass) Sunday 11:00 am (Solemn Choir Mass) 12:30 pm (September through June)

6:50 & 9:00 am (Monday through Friday) Daily Masses 8:30 am (Saturday)

(Confession) 3 pm to 4 pm in the Room at the lowe c c or by appointment.

CONTACT INFORMATION Saint Joseph Parish Sc ools

Parish Office………….. 781-444-0245 Saint Joseph Elementary Sc ool …………………………… Fax: 781-444-7713 Charlotte Kelly, Principal Grades: Pre-K through 5 Mailing A ess……… 1382 Highland Ave e …………………………... Needham, MA 02492 Monsignor Haddad Middle School James MacDonald, Principal Parish Website-www.stjosephparishneedham.com 6 through 8 Religious 781-449-3744 identity and academic excellence are Schools…………………...….. 781-444-4459 e pillars of Catholic education. We to Schools’ Website:………….. www.saintjoes.com nurture the whole mind, body and ………. 781-444-4459 X114 soul, w ile ing the student to be an active of the c and a good (See last page for additional information) of socie .

We welcome and invite you to our Saint osep Parish Community. If you are a new is i e , please introduce yourself to the priest after Mass. PASTOR’S CORNER

“, we have heard on high…” At every Mass, we pray: “And so, with Angels and , with Thrones and Dominions, and with all the hosts and powers of heaven, we sing the hymn of your glory, as without end we acclaim, ‘Holy, Holy, Holy!’” (See 6:3, Revelation 4:8). Who are the angels - these hosts of heaven - with whom we offer praise to God? The English word “” is derived from the Greek word, meaning, “messenger.” The Catechism of the Catholic teaches that “the existence of the spiritual, non-corporeal beings that Sacred Scripture usually calls ‘angels’ is a truth of faith. The witness of Scripture is as clear as the unanimity of Tradition” (CCC, #328). St. Augustine wrote that “’Angel' is the name of their office, not of their nature. If you seek the name of their nature, it is 'spirit'; if you seek the name of their office, it is 'angel': from what they are - 'spirit', from what they do - 'angel.'” Angels are purely spiritual creatures who glorify God without ceasing and who serve his saving plans for other creatures. With their whole beings the angels are servants and messengers of God. “Angels have been present since creation and throughout the history of salvation, announcing this sal- vation from afar or near and serving the accomplishment of the divine plan: they closed the earthly paradise; protected Lot; saved Hagar and her child; stayed 's hand; communicated the law by their ministry; led the ; announced births and callings; and assisted the prophets, just to cite a few examples. Finally, the angel announced the birth of the Precursor and that of himself. From the Incarnation to the Ascension, the life of the Word incarnate is surrounded by the adoration and service of angels. When God "brings the firstborn into the world, he says: 'Let all God's angels worship him.'" Their song of praise at the birth of has not ceased resounding in the Church's praise: "Glory to God in the highest!" They protect Jesus in his infancy, serve him in the desert, strengthen him in his , when he could have been saved by them from the hands of his enemies as Israel had been. Again, it is the angels who "evangelize" by proclaiming the Good News of Christ's Incarnation and Resurrection. They will be present at Christ's return, which they will an- nounce, to serve at his judgment. In the meantime, the whole life of the Church benefits from the mysterious and powerful help of angels” (CCC, #332-334). The list of nine choirs of angels goes back to the fourth century A.D. The Catholic Source Book (Harcourt Brace) identifies these choirs in ascending order as [1] angels (many references in the and ), [2] archangels (Jude 6:9 and 1 Thessalonians 4:16), [3] principalities (Romans 8:38 and Colossians 1:16), [4] powers (same references), [5] virtues, [6] dominions (Colossians 1:16), [7] thrones (Colossians 1:16), [8] cherubim (plural of cherub, Genesis 3:24, Exodus 25:18) and [9] seraphim (plural of seraph, Isaiah 6:7). See: www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_angelic_hierarchy for a description of the duties of the various choirs of angels. So, when we sing the Holy, Holy, Holy, or the carols we so love, remember with whom we are privileged to sing! “And there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly hosts, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest! And peace on earth to people of good will!’”

Rev. C. Michael, Pastor SAINT JOSEPH PARISH - NEEDHAM MASSACHUSETTS

DID YOU KNOW… Archangels: Michael, Gabriel, and Angels are messengers from God. Three of the spe- cial messengers mentioned in the are the arch- angels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. The names of each of these archangels tell us about the work God gave them to do. 781-449-3744 Michael’s name means “who is like God.” God RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION gave Michael the responsibility of protecting us as God 2018 - 2019 protects us. Gabriel’s name means “hero of God.” Gabriel is You can still register for the 2018-2019 Religious God’s hero because he communicates God’s message Education program. The tuition is $80 per child with to people. We remember Gabriel best for being the a family cap of $250. Please go to the Parish angel who announced to Mary that she would be the website and click on Religious Education for the link mother of God’s only Son. Raphael’s name means “God has healed.” In the to the registration form. Placement is on a first Bible, Raphael heals a blind man and is said to have come first served basis. Classes began the week stirred the water in a pool where Jesus healed a para- of September 16, 2018. lyzed man. PAPERS- Grade 10 On the feast day of the archangels, we remember that God’s messengers guide us in our journey to everlast- Confirmation papers were due April 8. Please ing life with our Father. We can pray to Michael when return them to Debbie in the Religious Education we face temptation. We can ask Gabriel to help us Office. say “yes” to God as Mary did so many years ago. ______We can pray to Raphael when we are ill or know

someone who is in need of healing.

Grade 10 We honor the archangels as . They remind us

On Sunday, September 30 grade 10 will meet for class that God is always with us and that God loves so much in the Linse Room from 6-7:30 p.m. about us that he gives us special helpers to light and guide us to him. Note: There will be no classes on Sunday 10/7, Mon 10/8. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Father J. Kennedy Council

TOOTSIE ROLL CHARITY DRIVE

After all Masses on October 13 & 14, the Knights of Columbus will hold our CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION annual drive to benefit children and adults with intellectual disabilities and other special needs. (CAP) SESSIONS 2018 Parishioners’ support of this drive has in recent Sunday, October 14 years enabled the Knights to purchase a stair lift, a van lift, a wheel chair ramp, an adaptive 7:00 – 9:30 pm in the St. Joseph Elementary wheelchair, and hearing aids

School Library (enter through May Street) To register, go to MEMBERSHIP DRIVE www.stjosephparishneedham.com, click on Meet the Knights of Columbus during our Get Involved, then click on CAP Training annual membership drive on October 20 & 21 Registration. Please call the rectory at 781-444- after all Masses. A number of Knights will be 0245 with any questions. outside the church to talk with you about the organization and its many works and to answer your questions about how you can become involved. You need only be a Catholic male above the age of eighteen to join. If you have a desire to help others in need, the Knights of Columbus will Sunday at 7 pm. present you with many opportunities to do just that. We look forward to meeting you. For more information, go to www.needhamkofc.org. September 30th - Jesus talks about scan- Saturday, September 29 26th Sunday in Or- dal in this . 4:00 Denise McNamara– Memorial dinary Time Sunday, September 30 8:00 Laureat and Jeanne Richard– Memorial 9:30 Maria and Alfred Kowalscy– Memorial 11:00 Gary Petrini- Memorial SUPPORTING SAINT JOSEPH PARISH 12:30 The People of Saint Joseph Parish Monday, October 1 INCREASED SUNDAY OFFERTORY 6:50 Kerry Forbes– Special Intention AND GRAND ANNUAL COLLECTION 9:00 Patrick Moriarty- Memorial Tuesday, October 2 These are the primary ways that we fund 6:50 our parish’s life and ministry. This year, our 9:00 Helen Kean– Memorial need is greater as our expenses have increased. If you have not yet had the chance to do so, , October 3 please consider increasing your weekly offertory 6:50 Tom McGillicuddy- Memorial gift and making a contribution to our Grand Annual 9:00 Evelyn Radford, Leo & Mathew Murphy Collection. Your support for all our parish Thursday, October 4 endeavors is greatly appreciated. 6:50 Russell J. Rose– Special Intention

ONLINE GIVING 9:00 Brigid “Bridie” Treacy– Memorial Friday, October 5 Online Giving allows you to make contributions to 6:50 Mary Ryan- Memorial the parish without writing checks or worrying about 9:00 Timothy F. Ryan - Memorial cash donations, and it allows the parish to manage monthly expenses based on consistent Saturday, October 6 support. To start: 8:30 Jane E. Walsh– Memorial 1. Visit www.stjosephparishneedham.com. 4:00 Dominic Conti – Anniversary 2. Click on the Online Giving Link, and Sunday, September 7 3. Click on the Create New Account link. 8:00 Rev. Francis P. Connors– Anniversary 4. Please include your envelope number in your profile. 9:30 Helen Audibert – Memorial 11:00 J. Daniel Walsh - Memorial PARISH REGISTRATION 12:30 Marie Governor– Anniversary

Please remember to register at the parish, as well, THE HOLY FATHER’S by going online or calling the parish office at 781-444-0245. PRAYER INTENTION FOR OCTOBER

Rose for Life Evangelization: The Mission of Religious

Each week roses are placed beside the That consecrated religious men and women may tabernacles as reminders to pray for the bestir themselves, and be present among the unborn. This week September 30, the roses poor, the marginalized, and those who have no are donated In memory of Bill and Kay voice. Coughlin, Maureen Coughlin, and Marie Governor .

Sunday at 7 pm.

. We’re online ! ANNOUNCEMENTS AND SCHOOL NEWS

Have you ever considered Catholic Education for your child? St. Joseph Elementary (Pre-K – Gr 5) and Monsignor Haddad Middle School (Gr 6- 8) in Needham are accepting applications for the 2018- Please join Brian Rose on Saturday, October 6, 19 school year. for the and a 15-minute meditation after Visit our website www.saintjoes.com or call the 8:30 am Mass. 781-449-0133 (ext.- 112, Desiree Walsh, for the The Devotion for the Five First Saturdays elementary school or ext.- 211, Pat Ross for the follows Jesus’ request to honor His mother, middle school) to register for a tour, meet the the , “so many souls principals, and learn why our students are thriving! will be saved, and there will be peace.”

WINGS FALL PROGRAM ST. JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Please join us for the start of our 2018-19 WINGS year as we begin our fall season on October 10. Our theme We are having a wonderful start to for this year is The Greatest of These Is Love, and the new school year with grade one, as we our fall season is entitled The Richness of God's all continue to settle in together! Love: Reflections on 1 Corinthians 13. Our first speaker, Karl Jackson, Director of Faith The first graders started the year off on a “sweet Formation and Youth Ministry at Saint Monica and note”, gathering before Labor Day for the annual Ice parishes in Methuen, will speak on Cream Social to reconnect with classmates and Loving Our Neighbor: Seeing Jesus in Others meet the teachers. We are thankful to the Town of (1 Corinthians 13: 4 "Love is patient, love is Needham for allowing us to use Green's Field for Kind"). Our fall season will meet October 10 - November 14. WINGS meets Wednesday recess as we await, with anticipation, our brand mornings, 9:45 - 11:30 am in the Linse Room at St. new playground and outdoor classroom! Alongside Joseph Parish. Please join us at any time, whether for our Garden Guru, Sue O'Malley, grade one will be one meeting or the whole season. hard at work maintaining the beautiful playground plantings, as this directly relates to our All women are welcome! science curriculum. This real world connection is what makes our first graders "bloom."

Monsignor Haddad St. Joseph CYO Basketball Registration Middle School

Registration for the CYO program is now open for (girls and boys in grades 5 through 12). To request Friday, Sept. 21 was All School Field Trip Day a registration form, contact CYO Athletic Director for Monsignor Haddad Middle School - one of Tom Loughran at [email protected] or our great MHMS traditions. 8th grade visited 781-254-8220. the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the US Sen-

St. Joseph's In Town Basketball Program ate followed by Faneuil Hall. With an eye towards their National History Day projects 7th grade spent On-line registration for the 2018– 2019 season of time at the Massachusetts Historical Socie- St. Joseph’s In Town Basketball Program ( boys and ty learning about primary and secondary girls grades 5 through 8 ) can be found at sources and then the Boston Tea Party Ships & www.stjoesbasketballneedham.com. Museum.

Sign ups for this year, close on October 27. The 6th grade was on retreat at St. Mary’s in Ded- Please call Program Director Steve Blomberg at ham, a day later repeated at the end of their time 781- 444-7782 if you have any questions. together at MHMS as 8th graders. SAINT JOSEPH PARISH NEEDHAM, MASSACHUSETTS

Parish S Parish Staff Rosanne Business Development Office Mario A. Clavell, Jr. , Administrative Assistant Mary Beth Cox, Director

Pastoral Assistant for Evangelization Music i is y Susan Horne John Cice,

Adult & oi Religious Daryl Bichel, Melissa Harrigan, Director (K-6) Michael sc l (7-11) Debbie Coyle, ( -11)

SA A : Please contact the ec o y to e ge e .

(Confession) 3 pm to 4 pm in the Penance Room in the lowe c c or by appointment.

Contact one of the parish to schedule a date. A of least six months must be allowed between initial contact and the date set. Couples are attend this e.

SCHEDULE

The Children/Family Choir rehearses at 8:45 am, just prior to singing at the 9:30 am Sunday Mass. Choir The Adult Choir rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 pm on Wednesdays and sings at the 11 am Sunday Mass.

Eucharistic Adoration is every Friday following the 9 am Mass. Adoration ends with Benediction at 5 pm. Adoration Please call Michelle Ardini at 781-449-6048 for more information.

Justice & Peace supports social outreach to inner-city schools, parishes, and shelters. Yearly Justice projects include the Lenten Haitian Mission and the Jesse Tree. For additional information, & Peace please contact Ellen Benoit at 781-444-1654 or [email protected].

Novena The Novena is prayed Monday evenings at 7 pm in the lower church.

This phone network of people will join with you to pray for special needs. Please join us in Prayer prayers for Sr. Eileen Galvin who passed. We are in the process of recruiting a new person to Line serve in this ministry.

Prayer The prayer group meets at 7:30 pm on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month in the Meeting Linse Room. Please call Jack Gurkin at 781-444-6026 for further information.

The rosary is recited daily after 9 am Mass and also at 9 am every Sunday to pray for a respect Rosary for life from conception until natural death.

Wings is a faith-enrichment group for women. It consists of three 6-week sessions in the fall, Wings the winter, and the spring. The sessions are held on Wednesdays from 9:45 am to 11:30 am in the Linse Room. Please contact Sarah McElroy at 781-449-1928 or [email protected].