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Dear Parishioners, The Christmas Season officially begins this week. We invite you to pray at one of the many liturgical celebrations beginning Tuesday afternoon. As you can see the Masses have been scheduled at convenient times in all three locations to accommodate your busy schedules. By now you realize that your presence is welcome and appreciated at any church. We are a trinity of parishes, all connected with each other spiritually and socially. You also know that your contribution envelopes can be left at any location and will be recorded at your parish of registration. The e-giving option which some of you have selected is a good way to resolve your attendance conflicts as well as to assure uninterrupted financial support of your parish when bad weather is upon us. Thank you again to those of you who have elected that option. We are very pleased to welcome Father Joe Craddock to our parish trinity and grateful for his willingness to assist at weekend liturgies as his schedule permits. We are so fortunate since with the declining number of active clergy and the reality of illness which affects us all, that Father Joe has made himself available at time. Please say a prayer that the Lord will continue to bless his priesthood as we are blessed to have his support. Please try to take necessary time during these busy days for reflective prayer to keep the meaning of the season in proper focus. On behalf of Father Nolasco, Father Joe and our staff we wish you a blessed and joyful Christmas! Father Ed YOUTH MINISTRY EVENTS Trip to Shrine of Our Lady of LaSalette Youth Ministry would like to extend a thank you to everyone who attended our youth ministry trip to LaSalette! It was a wonderful experience! Mission Trip To Guatemala On January 1, 2014, 12 teenagers and four adults from our four neighboring parishes (Saint Edward Church, Saint Anthony, Church of the Presentation, and Mary Mother of Mankind) will be chosen as missionaries and prepare themselves to work with over 200 children, at the Valley of the Angels orphanage in Guatemala in July (www.valleyoftheangelsorphanage.com). If you have any questions, please email Fr. Mark Sauriol at frmark100@aol.com. Youth Basketball News The Saint Anthony Boys’ Basketball are enjoying a wonderful season so far. The team moved to 4 - 0 with a recent win over Our Lady of Mercy. Upcoming games include: Saturday, January 4 th at St. Philip Church at 1 PM and Sunday, January 12 th at Saint Matthew Church at 4:30 PM. All are welcome to come and show your support! CHILDRENS’ CLOTHING NEEDED Coats and clothing for children are desperately needed at Saint Edward Food & Wellness Center. If you are able to assist with donations please drop them off on Tuesday mornings or Wednesday during 10AM - 2 PM or 5 - 7 PM or during rectory office hours. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - GRADES 7 AND 8 Sunday morning classes for grades 7 and 8 are complete. The schedule for this group includes a session in March for each grade. Grade 7 will attend a workshop on Saturday, March 22 nd from 9 AM - 11 AM. Grade 8 will attend a workshop on Saturday, March 29 th from 9 AM - 11 AM. Sincere thanks to the students and their families for generously contributing to our two service projects this year. Towels and blankets were donated to the animal shelter where abandoned pets are cared for in honor of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi. Socks were donated as part of the Christmas gifts for the residents of the nursing home. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION INFORMATION Religious Education Office: 353-5215 Fall Classes 2013 – 2014 Parents of students in Catholic school who are entering Grade 9 are to contact the Religious Education Office to register for Confirmation classes. RCIA (First Eucharist) for Children: Parents of children in grade 3 and up who have not received First Communion should contact the Religious Education Office to register their child(ren) for classes and further information. Schedule of Classes: All classes are held in the Parish Center. First Eucharist: Classes will resume on Monday, January 6 th from 6 PM - 7 PM. Grades 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6: Classes will resume on Monday, January 6 th from 6 PM - 7 PM and Tuesday, January 7 th from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. CHURCH OF THE PRESENTATION: ALTAR SERVERS Girls and boys in grade 4 and older are encouraged to join our altar server team. Altar servers are placed on a rotating schedule to serve at weekend Masses and Holy Days. Training will be provided. If your child is interested, please see Stephen before or after Mass or contact Mrs. Dempsey at 353-5215. READINGS AND CELEBRATIONS FOR THE WEEK Monday – Saint <strong>John</strong> of Kanty, priest Mal 3: 1 – 4, 23 – 24; Lk 1: 57 - 66 Tuesday – Late Advent Weekday 2 Sm 7: 1 – 5, 8b – 12, 14a, 16; Lk 1: 67 - 79 Wednesday – The Nativity of the Lord Is 52: 7 – 10; Heb 1: 1 – 6; Jn 1: 1 - 18 Thursday – Saint Stephen, the First Martyr Acts 6: 8 – 10, 7: 54 – 59; Mt 10: 17 - 22 Friday – Saint <strong>John</strong>, apostle and evangelist 1 Jn 1: 1 – 4; Jn 20: 1a, 2 - 8 Saturday – The Holy Innocents, martyrs 1 Jn 1: 5 - - 2: 2; Mt 2: 13 - 18 Sunday – The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Sir 3: 2 – 6, 12 – 14; Col 3: 12 – 21; Mt 2: 13 – 15, 19 - 23
HOLIDAY MASS SCHEDULE Christmas Eve Masses: Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 4 PM – Family Christmas Vigil with Children’s Liturgy of the Word St. Anthony Church 5:15 PM – Vigil Mass Midnight Mass - Music program begins at 11:30 PM Christmas Day Masses: St. Anthony Church – 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM St. Edward Church – 9 AM Church of the Presentation - 10 AM Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God - Holy Day of Obligation Tuesday, December 31 st Church of the Presentation - 4 PM Wednesday, January 1 st St. Edward Church - 9 AM St. Anthony Church – 10 AM Church of the Presentation - 11 AM Please note: there will be no 8:30 AM Mass on Tuesday, December 24 th or Tuesday, December 31 st . ADULT BIBLE STUDY AT SAINT EDWARD CHURCH There is a weekly Adult Bible Study which meets each Saturday from 4 PM - 5:30 PM at Saint Edward Church (Sacristy). The focus each week will be the current weekend’s readings and will be guided by the website www.sundayscripturestudy.org. For more information, please call Margaret Cousineau at 331-7206. CHURCH OF THE PRESENTATION 30 CHANCE CLUB TO BEGIN DECEMBER 30 th The Church of the Presentation 30 Chance Club is a monthly raffle of five prizes: $50 (2); $75 (2) and $100. Tickets are drawn on the last Monday of each month, December through May 2014. Tickets are $30 each. If you would like to purchase a ticket, please contact Marie Campbell (641-1049) or Ann Marie Capracotta (722-4268). PARISH MEETINGS – WEEK OF DECEMBER 22 St. Anthony Church Adoration Thursday @ 9:00 AM Trinity Chapel Please note: the Knitting Ministry will resume on Monday, January 6 th at 1 PM. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS DONORS If you would like to contribute toward the Christmas decorations for St. Anthony Church please complete this form and place it in the collection basket at Mass. NAME:_________________________________________ IN MEMORY OF:________________________________ CONTRIBUTION:________________________________ Parishioners of Saint Edward and Church of the Presentation, please use your Christmas Flowers envelope. SAINT ANTHONY CHURCH CHRISTMAS DECORATION DONORS We wish to thank the following parishioners who generously donated towards the Christmas decorations in Saint Anthony Church this year. May God bless them for their generosity! Arthur O. Aloisio In Memory of Carol A. Aloisio Louise and Anthony Aloisio William and Ida Tella Laura Malveto and Peter Bova Joseph and JoAnn Calabro In Memory of Joe and Antonetta Calabro James Reilly, Sr. Suzanne, Adam and Emily Deneault In Memory of Francis A. Deneault Albert L. and Claire A. Bessette Oscar F. and Jeanne T. Deneault Frank and Maryann Pallotta In Memory of the Conca and Pallotta Families 2014 CATHOLIC CALENDARS We would like to extend special thanks to Dan Pontarelli of Pontarelli Marino Funeral Home for generously donating the 2014 Catholic calendars to Saint Anthony and Saint Edward Churches; and to A. A. Mariani and Son Funeral Home for donating the calendars to the Church of the Presentation. These calendars can be found at the entrances of all churches; all are welcome to take one. WINTER CHURCH FINANCIAL SUPPORT As we enter the unpredictable winter season with its potential to decimate Mass attendance, please make every effort to keep up your commitment to your budget obligation. You can mail in your contribution for weekends that you are unable to attend the Liturgy. But please by all means don't just skip your donation since your support is relied upon and deeply appreciated during these difficult times. Please consider the convenience of OnLine Giving especially during the winter months. New Parish Membership and Membership Changes Name: ______________________________________ Street: _____________________________________ City: ________________________ Zip: __________ Phone: _______________________ ____ Saint Anthony Church ____ Saint Edward Church ____ Church of the Presentation ____ New Registration ____ Change of Address ____ New Phone Number
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