Immaculate Conception P A R I S H
WEB: WWW.ICMALDEN.COMWWW.ICMALDEN.ORG 600 PLEASANT STREET · MALDEN, MASSACHUSETTS 02148 MASS SCHEDULE PARISH STAFF Monday-Friday: 6:30 AM; Saturday: 8:00 AM Rev. Albert L. Capone Pastor Saturday Vigil: 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM Rev. Francis E. Sullivan Parochial Vicar and12:30 PM Kenyan Mass in Chapel Rev. William D. Coughlin Senior Priest PARISH OFFICE: 10 FELLSWAY EAST Rev. James J. Barry Senior Priest MALDEN, MA 02148 Rev. James Sangu In Residence OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM MONDAY - THURSDAY Ms. Erin Keith Faith Formation 9:00 AM-2:00 PM FRIDAY [email protected]
PHONE: 781-324-4941 FAX: 781-397-8571 Mrs. Sheila Reilly Business Manager [email protected] all Are Welcome! Ms. Rosemary Waldron Office Assistant We are most happy to welcome new members to our [email protected] parish community and invite new members to introduce Ms. Rosalind Mohnsen Director of Music themselves to a member of the Parish Staff. We want [email protected] to know and serve you. We pray that you will also Ms. Judy Doucette Cantor/Soloist become involved in your Parish by favoring us with your and Youth Choir prayers, presence, talents, and financial assistance Ms. Kristina Aste-Mayer Parish Ensemble according to your means.
and Youth Choir Parish registration forms are available by contacting the Parish Office. Registered parishioners are asked to notify the Parish Office of any address changes.
BAPTISM Baptisms are celebrated on the fourth Sunday of the month. To register for Baptism please call the rectory at 781-324-4941. Parents are required to attend a meeting on the Sacrament prior to the Baptism.
RECONCILIATION Saturdays from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM in the Chapel, or by appointment.
MARRIAGE Please contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of your anticipated marriage.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK Anointing of the sick will be celebrated during the year on announced weekends at all the Masses or anytime by appointment. Call the rectory at 781-324-4941.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS Adults wishing to become Catholics or complete the Sacraments of
Christian Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist) should contact the Parish Office for details.
HOME BOUND Please inform our Parish Office of any family member who is ill (hospitalized or at home) or if anyone is unable to attend church services because of a disability, illness or age.
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS All items for the parish bulletin may be submitted electronically in a Word document to the Parish Office by 12:00 PM on Monday.
MARCH 29 2020 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
As our Churches have restricted access Immaculate Conception Parish for the health of our parishioners, will have Cardinal Sean O’Malley has directed Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament that the Priests may place the each day form 12:00 Noon to 5:00 pm monstrance with the Blessed Sacrament in the rectory window of the second-floor in the window of the rectory for the porch facing our parking lot. faithful to pray before the Lord Please, we ask that you remain in your while viewing the monstrance only from cars keeping the social distance we have their cars in the Church parking lot. been instructed to maintain.
A LENT WE WILL NEVER FORGET! Uncertainty and anxiety are never welcome However, this Lent is different, we are working guests. Yet, as Catholics, we recognize they are part of with Cardinal Sean, the Archdiocese of Boston and our the journey. The Scriptures, the lives of the saints and our government leaders to be proactive in preventing the own daily lives are full of examples of men and women spread of Covid19. I encourage all our parishioners to who lived with uncertainty and fear in their lives. stay safe and healthy. If you are an older adult, have a Lent this year has become a time of tremendous chronic health issue, or have any signs of illness, please uncertainty and anxiety due to the coronavirus. The virus stay home for your own safety, and the safety of all Covid19 has shaped our Lenten prayer and Lenten around you. Please know that our priest, are celebrating practices in ways we did not expect or want. private daily Mass for our Parish, each of you and for We pray for those people around the world your families and your intentions. God is with us, support- who have died from this virus, and for those who mourn ing us as we make this Lenten Journey. them. We pray for the sick, the quarantined, all We never expected this Lent to be one that we healthcare workers and care-givers. We pray for civil will never forget. However, we do know that these days leaders and the scientists. May God guide them! of uncertainty and anxiety will not last forever. We know We pray for those who face economic anxiety by faith that God is will carry us through this crisis. You due to the virus, especially those who may lose much- and your loved ones are in the prayers of all the Priests needed pay or even lose a job. And, we pray for the of our Parish. Please pray for us, too! lonely and the afraid. God, hold them close! Sincerely in Christ, Here in Immaculate Conception Rectory, we are five priests living together. Three of those priests are in Father Albert L. Capone their 70s and like most of you, we all have underlying Please remember in your prayers the memory of health conditions. COVID-19 has forced us to take Ellen Fredrick and Angelina Rappoli whose precautions to attempt to stop the virus from entering burials took place this past week. May they rest in peace. our home. Normally, during Lent, Immaculate Conception
Parish is open celebrating weekend Masses and daily Mass. At Daily Mass with would have a special collection Collection at Masses … $ 00.00 for the poor, to be given to the Saint Vincent de Paul in the mail $ 2,638.00 Society. We would prayer the Stations of the Cross on line giving $ 1,543.00 every Friday evening and Confessions would be heard Weekly Offertory - Total $ 4,181.00 not only Saturday afternoon but also on Wednesday Thank you for remembering our parish during evenings. We were suppose to celebrate the Anointing these troubling days. Your kindness is vital for of the Sick at all the Masses this weekend and planning the financial health and future of our Parish. Holy Week in the days ahead. 2 | IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH - MALDEN/MEDFORD
CATHOLIC TV MASS
FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT Monday-Friday: Mass live at 9:30 am on The Catholic TV Network And rebroadcasts 7 pm & 11:30 pm)
Watch online LIVE on CatholicTV.com or on any mobile device.
Saturday: 9:30 am - Pre-recorded Mass from Loretto Abbey in Toronto and at 7 pm - Mass live from the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and rebroadcast 11:30 pm
Sunday: 8 am - La Santa Misa, Spanish Sunday Mass from Catholic TV and rebroadcasts 5:30 & 10 pm 10 am - Mass from the Basilica of the GOSPEL Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame 4 pm - Mass from San Antonio’s San Fernando Cathedral (in Spanish & English) 7 & 11:30 pm - Sunday Mass
GOSPEL MEDITATION FOR THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
MARCH 29, 2020 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT| 3 KEEPING A HOLY LENT Lent is a season of soul-searching and repentance. It is a season for reflection and prayer. Lent originated in the very earliest days of the Church as a preparatory time for Easter, when the faithful rededicated them- selves and when converts were instructed in the faith and prepared for baptism. In observing the forty days of Lent, we as Christians imitate Jesus’ withdrawal into the wilderness for forty days. Fasting is not simply to give up something for these forty days. It is an offering to God and a commitment to the world, a prayer for the poor, it can be your Young children have may have a difficult time prayer for the eradication of the Coronavirus. understanding Lent. One way of explaining Lent is that To help us continue on our Lenten journey I offer this it's a time to bring us closer to God. In our busy lives reflection by William Arthur Ward: we fill our selves with candy, buy new toys, play video games and watch television which makes us happy but FASTING AND FEASTING that happiness is temporary. During Lent we stop filling Lent must be more than a time of fasting. It should be a our lives with temporary happiness and make more joyous season of feasting. Lent is a time to fast from room for God. certain things and to feast on others. It is a season in which we should: The church encourages prayer, fasting and almsgiving during Lent as ways we can turn our hearts · Fast from judging others; feast on the Christ dwelling in them. and minds to God. During this time we attempt to · Fast from emphasis on differences; feast on the unity of life. incorporate activities in our daily lives which will · Fast from thought of illness; feast on the healing of God. strengthen us. Many people "give up" something · Fast from words that pollute; feast on the phrases that purify. important to them for the 40 days of Lent. To learn · Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude. how to sacrifice or give up things is a way of learning · Fast from anger; feast on patience. unselfishness. · Fast from pessimism; feast on optimism. · Fast from worry; feast on hope. · Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation. · Fast from negatives; feast on affirmatives. · Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness. · Fast from self-concern; feast on compassion for others. · Fast from discouragement; feast on truths that uplift. · Fast from hostility; feast on understanding. · Fast from lethargy; feast on enthusiasm. · Fast from thoughts that weaken; feast on promises that inspire. · Fast from unrelenting pressures; feast on unceasing prayer. · Fast from shadows of sorrow; feast on the sunlight of serenity. · Fast from apparent darkness; feast on the reality of light. · Fast from personal anxiety; feast on eternal Truth. —William Arthur Ward
(American author, teacher and pastor, 1921-1994.) Lent is a special time when you can share the concepts of prayer and giving with your children. Take family time each day to offer prayers. Consider as a family how you might help others in need by giving of your time or resources. Even very young children can understand and will enjoy participating in the process. Parents — don’t forget to carve out time in your day for your own special prayer time.
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MYSTERIES OF THE ROSARY
Pope Francis has encouraged Catholics throughout the world to Pray the Rosary, asking for the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary during these most difficult days of fear and anxiety. Please join together each day in this powerful prayer.
The four sets of mysteries might be prayed on the following days: the Joyful Mysteries on Monday and Saturday, the Sorrowful Mysteries on Tuesday and Friday, the Glorious Mysteries on Wednesday and Sunday, and the Luminous Mysteries on Thursday.
The Joyful Mysteries The Annunciation - Mary learns that she has been chosen to be the mother of Jesus. The Visitation - Mary visits Elizabeth, who tells her that she will always be remembered. The Nativity - Jesus is born in a stable in Bethlehem. The Presentation - Mary and Joseph take the infant Jesus to the Temple to present him to God. The Finding of Jesus in the Temple - Jesus is found in the Temple discussing his faith with the teachers.
The Mysteries of Light The Baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan - God proclaims that Jesus is his beloved Son. The Wedding Feast at Cana - At Mary’s request, Jesus performs his first miracle. The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God - Jesus calls all to conversion and service to the Kingdom. The Transfiguration of Jesus - Jesus is revealed in glory to Peter, James, and John. The Institution of the Eucharist - Jesus offers his Body and Blood at the Last Supper.
The Sorrowful Mysteries The Agony in the Garden - Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane on the night before he dies. The Scourging at the Pillar - Jesus is lashed with whips. The Crowning With Thorns - Jesus is mocked and crowned with thorns. The Carrying of the Cross - Jesus carries the cross that will be used to crucify him. The Crucifixion - Jesus is nailed to the cross and dies.
The Glorious Mysteries The Resurrection - Jesus is raised from the dead. The Ascension - Jesus returns to his Father in heaven. The Coming of the Holy Spirit - The Holy Spirit comes to bring new life to the disciples. The Assumption of Mary - At the end of her life on earth, Mary is taken body and soul into heaven. The Coronation of Mary - Mary is crowned as Queen of Heaven and Earth.
Immaculate Virgin Mary, Mother of God and our most compassionate Mother, we present ourselves in before you in all humility, and with full confidence we implore you to intercede for healing throughout the world. O Blessed Mother, you have been proclaimed by the Holy Church to be the Comforter of the Afflicted and to you constant recourse is had by the sorrowful in their afflictions, the sick in their maladies, the dying in their agony, the poor in their need, and now our world in this present distress and from your intercession all receive consolation and strength. Mary Mother of God, Hear Our Prayer!
MARCH 29, 2020 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT| 5 LORD JESUS, COME TO OUR AID MARCH 1000 CLUB WINNERS $25 $50 Jesus Christ, you traveled through towns and villages Lou Hatsiandron Ann B. Kelly “curing every disease and illness.” At your command, Doris A. Dowling Steven Hannigan the sick were made well. Come to our aid now, Judy DiMascio Judy DiMascio in the midst of the global spread of the coronavirus, Kathy Pariale Kathy Hudson that we may experience your healing love. Francis Sullivan John Sullivan Heal those who are sick with the virus. Karen Dudley Beatrice Shannon May they regain their strength and health through quality Jesse Kane Augustine Murray medical care. Heal us from our fear, which prevents nations Dora Armstrong Joanne Servideo from working together and neighbors from helping one Anne Lenehan another. Heal us from our pride, which can make us claim Joyce Mistretta invulnerability to a disease that knows no borders. Jesus Christ, $100 healer of all, stay by our side in this time of uncertainty Carolyn Gentile - Elaine Rumrill and sorrow. Be with those who have died from the virus. May they be at rest with you in your eternal peace. Be with $1000 the families of those who are sick or have died. As they worry Sarah Connor and grieve, defend them from illness and despair. COINGRATULATIONS! May they know your peace.
Please pray for all parishioners, family members and friends who have requested our prayers, especially:
Richard Lane, Sandy Sacco, Camille P., David A. Loud, Richard L. Loud, Stephen O’Brien, Candace Boyd, Lorraine Sarno, Cecilia Sullivan, Naime, Tony Smith, Norma Marino, baby Nico, Helen Hall, Enid & Trevor Rodericks, Paul Patrie, Patrick Sean Swenly, Michelle Schepis, Mary Kelly, Ruth Neville, James Carrozza, Joey Testa, Maria Celestina, Bob & Terry Blaton, Robert Abbott, Kimberly Boroyan, Joseph Pesaturo, Carmina Frost, Sunny Cataldo, Mary Dorrington, Bruna Noe, D.J. Sirobet, Gene Marckini, Joanna Riciuti, Steve Folan, Thomas & Patricia Keane, Karen Lang, Lee Donovan, Elizabeth Kathleen White, Emrick O’Brien, Tom McNamara, Catherine Meo, Mr. Motorore, Karen Bourque, Karolyn Genualdo, Cathy McCarthy Patricia Murillo, Nicole West, Mark Christopher, Richard C. McCaffrey Jr, Barbara Conlon, Anna Correa-Graham, Donald Fost, Steven Butler, Stephanie Romano, Nancy Menolez, Rachael Romano, Paul Sidilo, Jennifer Romano, Maria Gonzales, Sandy Breyer, Belinda Gonzales, Maureen Butler, Marcia Muir, Eleanor Ciulla, Barbara Tracey, Katie O’Connell, Janet Malatesta, Ruth McCarron, Daniel Mahoney, Stephen DeSimone, Sean O’Neil, Betty Falanga, Powers Family, Maria Marmello, Robert E. Mallardo, Kylee Depradine, Joseph DiRocco, Dolores Saia, Regina Papkee, Len C.., David DeSimone, Bob McGuire, Thomas O’Brien, Linda Benasky, Pat Byrne, Laura Desrameaux, Frank Palumbo, Ann Malley, Mike Walsh, Joseph Bernard, Billy Antenor, Michael Haynes, Tony Valenti, Michael Sullivan, Tom Zazzara, Margaret Geraghty, James Rooney, Bobby Coggiano, Jerry Vendola, Kali, Richard & Mark Swanson, Ayla, Musriati & Jennifer DiPietrantonio, Rocky Mueller, Ann Mestas, Thomas Papile, Jr., James, Jim Gaffey, Jen Aprile, Charles, Marie, Greg LaDouceur, Nieves Family, Julie Hannon, Harvey, Luciano, Linda Paul, Joseph, Carol Stamm, Brett Dalton Sally DeGeorge, Michael, Emilio & Lucy Scapicchio, Steven Jones, Michael & Merleen Cardarelli, Bob Lanni, Bob Casella, Ellie Clarke, Gloria & Albert Puopolo, Joseph Family, Eugene Carty, Betty Lou Svendsen, Denise Lloyd Barbagallo, John Curtis, Helen, Kevin Curtis, Steve Curtis, Charlie Dziedziak, Lillian O’Donnell, Ron Kapchus, Tony P., Christopher Walsh, Kerry Bartlett, Pat & Robert Cummings, Patricia Andrews, Gerard Linehan, Dana DeRobertis, Regina Weizman, Kathleen Gatdula, Virginia O’Neill, Lillian Frost, Jack & Jane Costello, Paula, Clare Rich, Kathy Thrash, Bob & Patti K Lenihan, Margie Keller, Kenny Bettencourt, Bob Rockwell, Walter Walsh, Jonathan Phillips, Fred Martignetti, Holly DeSimone, Danielle, Kristin, Maria DiRico, Lillian Natola, Chris Della Pelle, Diane Loud, Deb, Rena Rockard, Jeanne O’Brien, Tom Pittman,Catherine & Tom Monahan, Alex & Bob O’Brien, Christine Michalski, John Martignetti, Stephen Serino, Diane Williams, Alexis Pacelli, David Foley,Justin Hadaya, Jr., Arthur Lauretano, Michael Natola, Bill Murray, Augustine C. Murray, Doreen DeTucci, Spencer Monde, Christian, Alison Tabard, Gloria & Barry Reider, Anita, Brenda Smith, Edward McCabe, Fred, Sam, Marguerite Cullen, Rose Sullivan, John Williams, Diane Hawkins, Ann Healy, Ann Marie Marckini, 5 Special Intentions, Bill & Anna Quigley, Gerard, Tony Sullivan, Liddie McCook, Bobby Boyd, Joe Marino, Mary B., Louie, Maureen Skehan-Neil, John Corcoran, Frank Richard MacDonald, Vicki Wight, John McDonald, Sue Smith, Joe O’Neill, Chris Conway, Maureen O’Brien, Susan & Dan Creedon, Sally Chinchillo, Jeanne Marie Delory, Theresa, Betty, John Banks, Ralph Zumpfe And for those serving our country: Lt. Paul DeWolfe, Jr., Philip West, First Lt. Christopher, PFC Steven Garrity, Brian Carney, Major Paul A. Capone, U.S.A., Riley Hennessey-USMC, Abigail Rose Morris-US Navy, Pvt Tyler Belcastro, Army Lt. Col. Sean Morrow-US Army, Raymond Owens, Command Officer To add or remove a name from the list, please call the Parish Office at 781-324-4941 6 | IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH - MALDEN/MEDFORD Weir MacCuish Family Funeral Home Handicapped Accessible This Plenty of Off -Street Parking Malden’s Only Funeral Home Accredited By the Better Business Bureau Space 144 Salem St., Malden, MA 781-322-0834 is Available www.weirfuneralhome.com [email protected] A.J. Spadafora Funeral Home, Inc. 865 Main St., Malden, MA Anthony Spadafora, Jr. - Director Tel: (781) 324-8680 Fax: (781) 324-8030 www.spadaforafuneral.com Call LPi at THIS SPACE IS 1.800.477.4574 for more information.
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