ST. BRIDGET PARISH Sunday, June 4, 2017 Roman Catholic Church Route 9 East Pentecost Sunday Framingham Centre, Massachusetts (508) 875-5959
Rev. Monsignor Francis V. Strahan Pastor
Rev. George Brown Rev. Frank Campo Rev. Peter Shen Part-Time Assistants
WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil Mass 4:00PM
Sunday Masses ALL MASSES ARE IN THE UPPER CHURCH 7:30AM 9:30AM Family Mass 11:30AM
Daily Masses Monday thru Friday 9:00AM
Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 2:00 - 3:00PM From the Business Office Catholic Appeal News Last Weekend’s Offertory $5,246.00 Congratulations! St. Bridget Parish has surpassed its 2017 Catholic Appeal goal Last Weekend’s Second Collection of $122,860.00. As of May 30, 2017 $2,072.00 was received for Catholic we have received $125,315.00, which Relief Services, thank you for your represents 102% of our total goal. I am generosity. truly grateful to the parishioners and families that helped us reach our goal. The Catholic Appeal provides critical funding to hundreds of pastoral, charitable, and educational programs that impact tens of thousands Mass Intentions & Feast Days throughout our Archdiocese. Thank you for responding to Cardinal Seán’s call to Saturday, June 10, 2017 witness more clearly the depths of 4:00PM Bruce Krueger God’s love for each one of us through this important effort. The Best of Ireland Tour with Msgr. Strahan! September 7—15, 2017 The Sanctuary Lamp
Don’t miss out, only 5 spots left!! is lit with Special Intention for Marguerite Tibbert Given by Forms can be found at the St. Bridget Rectory Staff Rectory, Church entrances and on our parish website Vocation Chalice www.stbridgetparish.org. The Vocation Chalice this week will be hosted by Ken & Deb Brisbois & their Family
1Q: What type of jam can’t be eaten? Banns of Marriage
2Q: Why did the scarecrow win an award?
2A: Because he was the best in his field! field! his in best the was he Because 2A: I. Flamarian Melo &
1A: A traffic jam! jam! traffic A 1A: Katie Galante
Sign-Up to Host a Coffee and Donuts !
"What does it mean to 'host' a Coffee & Donuts? It simply means to arrive by 9a.m. that Sunday morning, set up tables, chairs, and food, then serve the coffee & donuts, and help with the clean-up. An event chairperson will always be there to help, and the job is always finished by noon. The Parish provides the Coffee, Donuts & Fruit. Any questions? Please email Molly Judge, [email protected]" ST. BRIDGET’S PARISH WE SUPPORT CATHOLIC RADIO
St. Bridget’s has become a media partner with Boston’s Catholic Radio station – the Station of the Cross WQOM at 1060AM. We will be providing you with regular updates from this local Catholic station in our bulletins going forward.
We have provided a sample of the materials available from them at the ushers’ tables at the entrances to the Church. There are magnetic bumper stickers that say Try God 1060 AM, blue bookmarks and small business cards listing their Mobile App – iCatholicRadio.
There is 24/7 Catholic programming available from this station, in three formats: over the airwaves at 1060 AM live on their website at t www.1060catholic.org and on your Apple or Android device on the iCatholicRadio app.
Their programming includes daily prayer, The Holy Mass, The Rosary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy; headline news and news commentary, interviews, music and much more. We encourage you to participate in this growing apostolate to the Church in Boston.
Thank you for listening to Catholic Radio!
Plenary Indulgence Available for Centennial of Our Lady of Fatima Apparitions
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, a one-year Jubilee began on the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2016, at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima in Portugal, and will continue until November 27, 2017. The Apostolic Penitentiary has granted a plenary of indulgence for the centennial anniversary of the Fatima apparitions. An English translation of the decree was released by the basilica shrine: “The plenary indulgence of the jubilee is granted: A) to the faithful who visit the Shrine of Fatima in pilgrimage and devotedly participate in a celebration or prayer in honor of the Virgin Mary, pray the Our Father, recite the Symbol of Faith (Creed) and invoke Our Lady of Fatima; B) to the pious faithful who visit with devotion an image of Our Lady of Fatima solemnly displayed for public veneration in any temple, oratory or adequate place, during the days of the anniversary of the apparitions (the 13th of each month, from May to October 2017), and devotedly participate there in any celebration or prayer in honor of the Virgin Mary, pray the Our Father, recite the Symbol of Faith (Creed) and invoke Our Lady of Fatima; C) to the faithful who, due to their age, disease or other serious reason, are impeded of moving, if, repentant of all their sins and having the firm intention of performing, as soon as possible, the three conditions mentioned below, in front of a small image of Our Lady of Fatima, spiritually unite in the days of the apparitions to the Jubilee celebrations, offering trust to God all-merciful through Mary their prayers and pains, or the sacrifices of their own lives.
“To obtain the plenary indulgence, the faithful, truly penitent and animated with charity, must ritually fulfill the following conditions: sacramental confession, Eucharistic communion and prayer for the intentions of the Holy Father.” Father’s Day—June 18th
We will be doing a Father’s Day bulletin board. Look for the envelope in the Upper Church, parking lot entrance, for submissions, or they can be dropped off at the rectory for Karen. Write or draw a small item telling us about your special person whether it’s a father, Godfather, uncle, stepfather, and so on.
Family Promise Metrowest St. John's Annual Rummage Sale The next training for volunteers will be in St. Bridget School on June 22, 7pm. Training is provided for anyone wishing to share a meal In the Parish Hall with a client family, prepare food for a family, or 20 Church Street Hopkinton volunteer in a way that requires direct interaction with families. Houses of worship that host families June 12th—16th are in Framingham/Natick so no great distance is Open daily 9:00AM—7:00PM involved. If you would like to drop off food for a meal no training is required only familiarity with foods that are needed and sign up for locations, 1/2 Price All Day Friday times, and dates. Our collection of needed items is ongoing and has Lots of great buys on: been of great assistance to Family Promise and the Clothing for the family, household items, Day Center in Natick. If you are interested and would like details contact furniture, books, toys, baby items, tools, Karen Mallozzi, Director of Parish Ministries, at electronics, sports equipment, etc. 508-875-6009 or [email protected]
Help-a-Student Fund Our Lady of Fatima Shrine Holliston Saint Bridget School is deeply rooted in the Catholic Traditions. Our collaborative environment 1917 – 2017 nurtures academic excellence, social responsibility & Christian values in a changing & challenging ANNIVERSARY OF THE APPARITIONS world. FATIMA DAYS – 2017 JUNE 13th, 2017 Saint Bridget School partners with families and our Church to develop the whole person within a 6:30PM—9:00PM community of faith. As its primary goal, the HAS Fund is to assist needy students with their yearly Main celebrant: Rev. Jonathan Gaspar tuition at Saint Bridget School. We need to keep Archdiocese of Boston – Secretary to Cardinal the HAS Fund alive and well to do this. CAN YOU Sean P. O’Malley, OFM Cap HELP? Checks may be made payable to St. Bridget HAS FUND and sent to the Rectory… “since no student should be denied a Catholic education because of tuition.” Sing along Marian songs, Liturgy of the Eucharist, If you are interested in ‘adopting a student’, Rosary and candle light please contact: Maria Sebastian (Finance & Operations procession followed by Manager) (508) 875–5959. refreshments in the Hall.
Your donation will be fully tax deductible. Next Weekend’s Liturgical Minister’s
June 10th & 11th Eucharistic Lector Altar Server Usher Celebrant Minister
Saturday, 4:00PM Helena Siciliano Rosemarie Katya Scaria Joe Repole Msgr. Patricia Horrigan Penta Lara Scaria Chris Ryan Strahan Confessions are heard this Joe Horrigan Peter Hsieh Saturday from 2-3 PM. Christine Rocco John Mauritz This week confessions will be heard by Fr. Shen . Noreen Begley Kristan Piselli Natalie Mullen Sunday, 7:30AM Deb Giovanella Betty Panza Michael Healey Tony Suatengco Fr. Shen Mario Laferla Barrett Pearce David McIntyre Joe Crisafulli Joe Kovalchin James Scamby Fred O’Connell
Sunday, 9:30AM AnnMarie Charlie Nolan Emmaline Nolan Alfredo Canhoto Msgr. Family Mass MacIsaac T.J. Nolan Chris Walden Strahan Vicki Peterson Catherine Jennifer Ryan Giorgetti
Sunday, 11:30AM Mary Avola Michelle Feudo Isabel Feudo Tricia Cincotta Msgr. Yolanda Barbier Jamie Feudo John Gannon Strahan Gene Grzywna Edyta Konrad Anne Rider Betty O’Neil Joyce McKeown Grayce DiCenzo Josie Yip
Next Week’s Scripture Readings Please Pray For: Benjamin Austin Eugene McSweeny Jane Bratica George Meninno First Reading -- The LORD, merciful and JoMarie Bucantis Valerie Montuori gracious, rich in kindness and faithfulness Linda Casella Nancy Morin (Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9). Pierce Deane Amy Noel Psalm -- Glory and praise for ever! (Daniel 3). Lyz Graham Taryn Reynolds Second Reading -- Brothers and sisters, rejoice. Lisa Lamare Ken Rotatori Live with one another in peace, and the God of Marguerite LaMarque Thomas Stein peace will be with you Robert Lew Devin Suau (2 Corinthians 13:11-13). Mary LoCicero Marguerite Tibbert Gospel -- God did not send the Son to condemn Josephine Manganelli Stephen Virdinlia the world, but to give it abundant life Stephanie McComas Walter Weldon (John 3:16-18). Ryan LCPL Lorenzo Giovanella, USMC, Fort Devens Lt. Andrew Sweeney, US Navy PARISH STAFF OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Administrative Assistant Director, Grades 6-10 Ms. Meaghan Turchi Mr. Matthew Giles 508-875-5959, ext. 104 508-879-4271, ext. 2 [email protected] PARISH MAILING ADDRESS [email protected] Saint Bridget Rectory
Director of Parish Ministries 15 Wheeler Avenue
Mrs. Karen M. Mallozzi Framingham, MA 01702 Coordinator, Grades 1-5 508-875-6009 Mrs. Gail Barbato M-W-F 9:30AM—3:30PM Rectory: 508-875-5959 508-879-4271, ext. 1 [email protected] Rectory Fax: 508-875-1270 [email protected] [email protected]
Director Of Music/Organist Catholic Youth Organization Mrs. Ann O’Brien Office Hours: Ms. Jessica Valera, Youth Minister Organists 9:00AM—6:00 PM M-Thur. 508-879-4271, ext. 2 Mrs. Marge Withee 9:00AM—4:30PM Fridays Mr. Francis Jesch (8:00AM—3:00PM Summertime/Fridays) [email protected] 9:30AM—2:00PM Sat. Finance & Operations Mgr./Tuition 9:00AM—1:00PM Sun. Mrs. Maria S. Sebastian Parish Home Page: 508-875-5959, ext. 103 www.stbridgetparish.org [email protected] Please send Bulletin Announcements to:
**By Monday at 6:00PM
SCHOOL STAFF School Mailing Address: School Principal Admissions/Development Office 832 Worcester Road Mrs. Cathleen R. Chaves Mrs. Jennifer Ryan Framingham, MA 01702 508-875-0181, ext. 222 508-875-0181, ext. 229 School: 508-875-0181 [email protected] [email protected] School Fax: 508-875-9552 School Secretary Extended Day Director School Home Page: Ms. Melissa Barron Mrs. Victoria Peterson www.saintbridgetschool.info 508-875-0181 508-875-0181, ext. 226 [email protected] [email protected]
Sacrament of Baptism Before an infant baptism parents must attend a baptismal catechesis class. Classes are held on the first Friday of each month at 7PM in the Rectory Meeting Room. If there is a change due to bad weather parents will be notified. Participants should park in the Rectory parking lot and enter the door on that level. *Dates for baptism are set once the class has been attended and all paperwork is received and complete. Baptisms take place once a month on a Sunday at 2PM. To register for class or to ask a question call 508-875-6009. Sacrament of Marriage Arrangements should be made with one of the priests at least one year prior to the intended date of marriage so that all requirements can be completed. Please Note: Saturday weddings can be celebrated from 10:00AM to 1:00PM at the latest. Sunday weddings can be celebrated from 1:30PM to 4:00PM at the latest. Pastoral Ministry Visitations to the sick and the homebound are made by Pastoral Visitors who bring the Blessed Sacrament and offer spiritual befriending on a weekly basis. If a member of your family, or friend, or neighbor is in the hospital or is homebound, we would appreciate hearing from you. Kindly call the Pastoral Ministry Office at 508-875-6009 to request assistance.