Good Shepherd Parish January 10, 2021 [email protected] ǀ www.goodshepherdparish.us ǀ (207) 2823321 G ood Shepherd Parish mission ǀ to call people to celebrate the life of Christ through Roman Catholic liturgy, education and acts of social justice throughout our diverse communities, fostering unity and making the Body of Christ visible to all. Most Holy Trinity Church St. Margaret Church St. Philip Church St. Brendan Chapel St. Joseph Church Parish Office St. Anne Chapel 271 Main St. 6 Saco Ave. 404 Goodwins Mills Rd. 40 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. 178 Elm St. Saco, ME 04072 OOB, ME 04064 Lyman, ME 04002 Biddeford Pool, ME 04006 Biddeford, ME 04005 GǐǐDž SljdžǑljdžǓDž PǂǓNJǔlj ǀ Tljdž BǂǑǕNJǔǎ ǐLJ Ǖljdž LǐǓDž ǀ JǂǏǖǂǓǚ 10, 2021 Series ǀ Saints of the 20th Century, Frontline Heroes of the Faith Blessed Contardo Ferrini Every day he approached the Holy Table. He made a short medita- Feast Day ǀ October 20 tion daily, and also read from Thomas à Kempis. His favorite books were those of the Bible. The better to savor the spirit of their con- By Fr. Brad Morin tents, he read them in the original languages, of which he had a per- fect command. The city of Milan has abounded in men of learning and virtue. Our Like another Joseph of Egypt, he preserved his purity unsullied present age has revealed a new star there, which amid the dangers of big city life. He practiced many and varied mor- is destined to show an amazed modern genera- tifications to arm himself against harm. tion that profound learning and humble faith can In 1886 Blessed Contardo Ferrini joined the Third Order of St Fran- well go hand in hand. cis, and for the rest of his life he faithfully observed its rule. He also Blessed Contardo Ferrini was born of a distin- enrolled himself in the St, Vincent de Paul Society. In his speeches guished family on April 4, 1859. When he was and writings as well as in his conduct, he made it a point to show that still a student in high school and college he en- faith and science are not only not opposed to each other, but that couraged his companions to lead good lives and faith is rather a shield to protect us from error and guide us to true exercised a kind of lay apostolate among them. heights. After winning his doctorate in law, he obtained In 1900 Contardo Ferrini was afflicted with a heart lesion in conse- a government scholarship to study abroad. He quence of excessive labor. In the autumn of 1902, feeling the need of went to Berlin, where he studied Roman rest, he repaired to his country house at Suna. There, however, he Byzantine law, a field in which he achieved was stricken with typhus. Due to his weakened condition, he was international fame. unable to resist the malignant fever, and died on October 17, 1902, at In the capital of the German empire, prejudices against Catholics the age of 43. did not keep Professor Ferrini from publicly professing his faith. On The high esteem in which the deceased was held now became evi- returning to Italy, he taught in various higher institutions of learning dent. Letters of condolence from the professors of the university and eventually at the University of Paris. praised him as a saint. The people of Suna promptly expressed a It must be stressed here that Ferrini's life was practically an unbro- desire to see him numbered among the saints. The demand for his ken elevation of his soul to God. His keen intellectual ways penetrat- beatification grew more insistent with time, and there was universal ed to the Last Principle of all things. rejoicing when in 1909 Pope St. Pius X appointed Cardinal Ferrari to "Our life," he said, "must reach out towards the Infinite, and from begin the process. that source we must draw whatever we can expect of merit and digni- Pope Pius XI conferred on Blessed Contardo Ferrini the title Vener- ty." able in 1931; and Pope Pius XII beatified him in 1947. LET US PRAY COLLECTIONS Rest in Peace ǀ Daniel Jamieson (born 1963) Second Collection This Weekend ǀ Religious Education Programs. Lorraine Vassill (born 1929) ǀ Jacqueline Roberge (born 1929) Please help support parish faith formation programs. Instruction of Elaine Gibbons (born 1942) ǀ Ronald Tibbetts (born 1952) church teachings and the importance of the sacraments are available to young and old. We invite all to come into relationship with our Apostolate of Prayer for Priests ǀ January 2021 Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. 10. Bishop Emeritus Joseph J. Gerry OSB 11. Rev. Joel R. Cyr, Rev. Kent R. Ouellette Second Collection Next Weekend ǀ Catholic School Sponsorship. 12. Rev. Reginald R. Brissette, Rev. Ramundas Bukauskas OFM Please help to support Catholic Education in our parish. The im- 13. Rev. AndreJoseph LaCasse OP, Rev. Anthony Chinnaiyan HGN portance of forming the faith of our children when they are young is 14. Rev. Nathan D. March, Rev. William F. Modlin critical to their long term attitudes and decisions about practicing their faith. 15. Rev. Bernard J. Welch, Msgr. Richard S. Sniezyk 16. Rev. Alfred Jacques, Rev. Ernest L. L’Heureux PLEASE CONTINUE YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT ǀ Many of Let us also pray for our Deacons and Seminarians. you are sending payment through the US mail, to simplify the admin- istrative work it is best to COMBINE all weekly offertory contribu- Livestream Prayer Opportunities ǀ At the beginning of November, tions to one check, one envelope; Second Collections however, Fr. Brad Morin concluded the weekday livestream offering, but the should generally remain a separate check, since Diocesan Second parish will continue to offer the weekend livestream and archived Collections and USCCB National collections do not remain with the mass on the parish website, www.goodshepherdparish.us/ parish. At the end of the year, there is no difference to your GIVING livestreamedmasses. RECORD. Your cooperation reduces the volume of checks and enve- lopes to handle. THANK YOU and God bless! Saint of the Week The privilege of our Church is such that it is never stronger than when it is attacked, never better known than when it is accused, never more powerful than when it appears forsaken.” St. Hilary of Poitiers (310367), Doctor of the Church, Feast Day January 13 Clergy Fr. Timothy Nadeau, Pastor ǀ Rev. Brad Morin, Parochial Vicar ǀ Rev. Dominic Tumusiime, AJ, Parochial Vicar Deacons Robert Parenteau ǀ Kevin Jacques ǀ Rick Huot Office ǀ 2823321 ǀ Available by phone 8:30am to noon because of COVID19; look for notice of change in office hours in weekly bulletin GǐǐDž SljdžǑljdžǓDž PǂǓNJǔlj ǀ Tljdž BǂǑǕNJǔǎ ǐLJ Ǖljdž LǐǓDž ǀ JǂǏǖǂǓǚ 10, 2021 PARISH LITURGIES ǀ MASS INTENTIONS NOTICES Priests are honoring all Mass intentions previously scheduled. Mass Parish Administration ǀ We continue to be shorthanded so it would intentions will be celebrated on the date indicated but not necessarily be best if requests for your Parish Donations record be made only at the requested time and location. We will announce changes on our after the 15th of January. The time is needed to close the month and website. We need and appreciate your understanding during this update records for yearend transactions. Remember if all your contri- unusual time. butions to Good Shepherd Parish for the year were made through WESHARE, the online giving service, you have the ability to run Saturday, January 9 your own report from your account. Log in and go to GIVING HIS- 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity Mass (Livestreamed): Larry TORY. Thank you in advance for your patience. Morissette Winter safety ǀ Now that we have had our first snow and freezing 4:00 pm St. Margaret Mass: Don Wilson conditions, and winter is here to stay, please be mindful of your safe- 4:30 pm St Philip Mass: Paul E. Lambert ty when deciding whether or not to attend Mass. Maine winters can Private Mass Intentions: David Farley create hazardous conditions and a real challenge for maintenance staff who are doing a difficult job. We want everyone to avoid any Sunday, January 10, Baptism of The Lord undue risk. Please be careful and watch your step! 8:00 am St. Joseph Mass: Doris Couture 8:30 am St. Margaret Mass: Donald Lemenager Parish Office ǀ Staff continue working reduced hours due to the 9:00 am St. Philip Mass: Fred D. Carey COVID19 Pandemic, which means closing the reception office at 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity Mass: Rita Sevigny (11th Ann.) / noon. It is our desire to help mitigate some of the lost offertory reve- For All People in Good Shepherd Parish nues with a payroll reduction. Thank you for understanding, and 11:00 am St. Joseph Mass: Robert “Bob” Mathieu please keep Good Shepherd Parish in your prayers. Monday, January 11 SHEPHERDS OF HOPE 6:00 pm St. Joseph Mass: Charles “Bob” Brochu (8th Ann.) Shepherds of Hope pledges ǀ For parishioners who have not made a Tuesday, January 12 pledge, we need your help. Please pray about 9:00 am St. Joseph Mass: Kenneth J. Murphy (9th Ann.) taking that step. There are cards at each church or the parish office to fill out or Wednesday, January 13 take home for prayerful consideration. 6:00 pm St. Joseph Mass: Theode & Germaine Legare Bring pledge to the office or mail to: Good Shepherd Parish, 271 Main St., Thursday, January 14 Saco. 9:00 am St. Joseph Mass: Phil Jacques Note ǀ Any checks, cash can be dropped in collection basket, inside a blank envelope Friday, January 15 and must have a name and ID number to re- 9:00 am St.