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Holy Family Church! 601 Tremont Street, Duxbury MA 02332 ! www.holyfamilyduxbury.org ! 781 934 5055 ! “Jesus Christ loves you; he gave his life to save you; and now he is ! living at your side every day to enlighten, strengthen and free you.” ! (Pope Francis R Evangelii Gaudium (The Joy of the Gospel) # 164) May 26, 2019 ! HǐǍǚ FǂǎNJǍǚ ! MASS INTENTIONS PASTOR’S CORNER Saturday, May 25 Last Saturday, May 18, thirteen men were ordained priests 8:15 am P.K. McNiff—Anniversary for the Archdiocese of Boston. This is the largest number to 5:00 pm Mary Theresa Dundas—Anniversary be ordained for the Archdiocese in many years. Here are Sunday, May 26 their names and their first assignments: Reverend Joseph 7:30 am Kathy McBain—Memorial Almeida - Collaborative of Sacred Hearts Parish in 9:00 am Our Parishioners Bradford-Groveland, Reverend Maciej K. Araszkiewicz - 10:30 am Dr. Charles & Gertrude Rooney—Mem Saint Mary of the Assumption Parish in Lawrence, Wednesday, May 29 Reverend Corey Bassett-Tirrell - Collaborative of Saint John the Evangelist Parish and Saint Mary Parish in 8:15 am Elizabeth Danahy—Memorial Chelmsford, Reverend Christopher J. Boyle - Saint Joseph Thursday, May 30 Parish in Needham, Reverend Marcos Enrique - 8:15 am Dante Gilmore—Memorial Collaborative of Saint Mark Parish and Saint Ambrose 4:15 pm Stephen Poelaert—Anniversary Parish in Dorchester, Reverend Timothy P. Hynes - 7:00 pm Our Parishioners Collaborative of Saint Mary Parish in Foxborough, Saturday, June 1 Reverend Przemyslaw T. Kasprzak - Collaborative of 8:15 am Florence & John Groncki—Memorial Immaculate Conception Parish in Marlborough, Reverend 5:00 pm Louise Demers Noble—Birthday Mem Brian P. O'Hanlon - Collaborative of Saint Mary Parish and Sunday, June 2 Sacred Heart Parish in Lynn, Reverend Mark T. Olejnik - 7:30 am Robert & Mary Stanton—Memorial Collaborative of Saint Margaret Parish and Saint Malachy Parish in Burlington, Reverend William H. Robinson - 9:00 am Our Parishioners Collaborative of Holy Family Parish in Concord and Saint 10:30 am Fr. Frank Chase—Anniversary Irene Parish in Carlisle, Reverend Carignan L. “Corey” Rouse - Collaborative of Saint Michael Parish in North Altar Flowers given this weekend in loving memory Andover, Reverend Victor L. Vitug - Collaborative of Saint of P.K. McNiff from his parents Agnes Parish and Saint Athanasius Parish in Reading, and Please pray for the recently deceased Edward Reverend James P. “Paul” Wargovich - Collaborative of Keating., Jr. Saint Jerome Parish and Immaculate Conception Parish in Weymouth. How blessed those parishes are to have newly ordained priests to serve them! ASCENSION THURSDAY (MAY 30) HOLYDAY OF OBLIGATION - Masses Their decision to pursue priesthood was, among many will take place in the church at 8:15 am, things, a product of personal prayer and reflection, soul 4:15 pm and 7:00 pm. searching, discernment about what gifts God has given them, and ultimately a very personal response to the question: "Lord, what do you want me to do with my life?" They heard something deep within them urging them to be generous and courageous. They eventually responded: "Here I am, send me to serve your people." How often do we ask a young person the question, "What do you want to PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL – T here are several be when you grow up?" Still, another more important openings on the PPC this fall and the selection process question for the young person, whose answer will lead to will be happening soon. Members serve for a three - the source of their ultimate happiness and fulfillment is, "What does God want you to be when you grow up?" Can year term, and provide the pastor and staff with each of us help the young people in our lives to consider helpful input and support addressing the pastoral, that they are here on earth for a reason - not just for liturgical, spiritual, educational, and social aspects of themselves, but to fulfill a mission that God has reserved parish life. The Council meets once a month during particularly for them? Pray that they come to know the the academic year, generally on the fourth Tuesday of answer to that more important question. And, please pray the month at 7:00 pm. Interested individuals should for the newly ordained priests who have responded to the contact Fr. Bob at (781) 934-5055 x 115 or email him at Lord's call in their lives. May they be blessed with the joy [email protected] . of the Gospel and with much fruitfulness in their ministry as priests of Jesus Christ. Holy Family Parish offices will be closed on G od bless you! Monday, May 27 in observance of the Memorial Day Fr. Bob Holiday. DǖǙǃǖǓǚ, Mǂ ! PARISH STEWARDSHIP THE CATHOLIC WOMEN’S CLUB - will be Offertory collected on 5/19 $ 8,530 celebrating the last meeting of the year on Thursday, Online giving for 5/19 $ 2,550 June 13 with a Mass at 5:15 pm followed by a dinner Total for 5/19 $11,080 overlooking Plymouth Harbor at Isaac's in Plymouth Thank you for your continued generosity! at 6:30 pm. We will be honoring our scholarship recipient. Choose from Chicken Cordon Bleu-$26, Seafood Medley (Scrod, shrimp and scallops)-$28, Prime Rib (first 10 people who order)-$36. All meals include cheese & crackers, garden salad, rolls, potato, vegetable, dessert, coffee and tea. Tax and gratuity are included. Please send your checks marked with your LEGACY SOCIETY – Please remember Holy Family choice of dinner made out to the Catholic Woman's Parish in your will. It is a wonderful way to help pass Club of Duxbury to Dolores Marchewka at 5 Pine on the legacy of our faith to future generations of Brook Way, Duxbury, MA 02332. Hope to see you parishioners! When you do, please let us know so you there! can join the Legacy Society. Contact our Finance & Operations Manager, Cheryl Provost for details. PONDER—A SPIRITUAL BOOK CLUB - The next book that will be discussed is Jesus: A Pilgrimage by 2019 CATHOLIC APPEAL UPDATE – As of May 20, Fr. James Martin, S.J. editor-at-large of America $132,592 has been pledged toward our parish goal of magazine, bestselling author, and commentator. $195,245 from 266 donors. Thank you to all who have Cardinal Timothy Dolan describes this book as "Part given already! We need the participation of every travel guide, part spiritual reflection, and part family to help us reach our goal and we ask those who scripture study and altogether delightful." You are have not yet contributed to do your part to help fund welcome to discuss the book either on Thursday, June the ministries and support services, which enable the 20 at 7 pm in the parish center or on Saturday mission of our Church to be carried out locally and morning, June 22 at 9:00. Read this book, think about throughout our Archdiocese. Have you made a it deeply and consider it carefully (i.e. ponder it), and pledge/donation? Please donate now online at share your thoughts with others. bostoncatholicappeal.org or complete a pledge form/ envelope available at the doors of the church and WE NEED MORE STEPHEN MINISTERS! – The return it to the parish office or drop it in the collection parish is now looking for more people to join our 20+ basket. We hope to wrap up by June 30. Thank you! Stephen Minister & Leader team to train to bring the FIRST FRIDAY CONFESSIONS - will take place in love, understanding and compassion of Jesus to the Reconciliation Room on Friday, June 7 from 6:30 - individuals who are hurting. The 50-hour program 7:30 pm, in addition to the weekly 4-4:45 pm time. trains people to be skilled at giving one-on-one care to Accessible through the chapel entrance. people who are troubled in various ways. Stephen Ministry is a thorough, well-thought-out international FIRST FRIDAY 24 HOUR ADORATION - of Jesus program that has been in existence for more than 40 as the Blessed Sacrament will take place here at Holy years and is in more than 13,000 Christian churches. Family in Our Lady’s Chapel beginning after 8:15 Stephen Ministers agree to visit for about one hour/ Mass on Fri., June 7 and ending with Mass on Sat., week for approximately a year a “Care Receiver” who ! June 8 at 8:15 am. is presently having trouble coping with life for FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTION - will take place whatever reason. Training will be on Wednesday this Saturday, June 1 beginning with Confessions evenings starting on Oct. 2. If you would like to be from 7:30 – 8:00 am, Mass in the main church at 8:15 considered for this training class, please contact Dn. Art: am, followed by 15 minutes of reflection on the 781-264-3880; or [email protected] . mysteries of the Rosary, and finally the Rosary itself at HAVE YOU LOST AN ITEM RECENTLY 9:00 am. All are welcome! OR LEFT A COAT BEHIND? - We are FIRST SATURDAY CONFESSIONS - will take place cleaning out the lost and found drawers. in the Reconciliation Room this Saturday, June 1 from Please check these items which are now in the Msgr. 7:30 - 8:00 am, in addition to the weekly 4-4:45 pm Glynn Parish Center. We will be donating remaining time. Accessible through the chapel entrance. items to St. Vincent dePaul in June. Mǂǚ 26, 2019 ! FAITH FORMATION PLEASE PRAY FOR FR. FRANK DALY - who is There will be an informational meeting on Tuesday, recovering from recent cardiac bypass surgery.