St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, February 5, 2006

MASS INTENTIONS

WE REMEMBER IN A SPECIAL WAY AT MASS THIS WEEKEND

those whose names are inscribed in our Book of Remembrance; members of St. Barbara Benefactor Society; your family members, relatives and friends, and the following deceased: James McDermott; Ellen Gately; the living & deceased members of the Paris family; Charles Quigley; Elise Quigley; Barbara Murray.

THE STUDENTS IN PREP GRADE 5

will present a “Thankful Hearts” liturgy at the 11:00 a.m. Mass next Sunday, Feb. 12th.

PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORGIE

Father Tom Reilly of St. Michael’s Parish, Bedford will be chaplain for this pilgrimage – April 25 to May 5, 2006. Cost is approximately $1,500. Brochures are available at the rectory office for anyone interested.

ON SATURDAY, FEBRAURY 11TH

the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Scriptural Rosary will be held from 12:00 to 1:15 p.m. At approximately 1:30 p.m. a one hour video about Lourdes will be shown by Ginney Behn, an 8-year volunteer at the Hospitalite de Notre Dame at Lourdes. Everyone is welcome to attend.

INCOME TAX STATEMENTS

All envelope users who are interested in obtaining a copy of their 2005 contributions to the Parish may call the rectory office and we will be happy to mail a statement to you. Call 781-933-4130.

COME AND CLEBRATE!!

It’s our annual St. Patrick’s Night which will be here before you know it – Saturday, March 4th – in the church hall – a delicious corned beef and cabbage dinner – toe tapping music – and loads of good company. Tickets are $25 per person and may be obtained by calling Carol McDermottroe 781-935-7037; Jo Power 781-933-2845; or Mary Rossignol 781-935-3086. These tickets go very quickly so if you plan to attend, don’t wait too long!

FREE TAX HELP

Seniors, 60 and over, may get free tax assistance at the Woburn Senior Center from Monday, Feb. 6th to Tuesday, April 11, 2006. Appointments are required and may be made by calling 781-937-7899.

A GIFT FOR MARRIED COUPLES

Couples…..want to give each other something really special this Valentine’s Day? How about a gift filled with Romance and Excitement? That’s just the beginning of what you will receive on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Upcoming dates are Feb. 10-12, March 3-5 and April 28-30. For more information call Dave & Karen Demers 1-800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmema.org.

“TWO NOBLE WOMEN”

a pilgrimage to France sponsored by Boston Catholic Television. Travel to the shrine of the Blessed Mother at Lourdes and the birthplace and home of St. Therese at Lisieux, under the spiritual leadership of Father Robert Reed. In these sacred places, be a part of the taping of the Holy Rosary and special programming for television.
Date – October 8-15, 2006. For a full itinerary packet call BCTV at 617-965-0050.

A DAY FOR DIVORCED & SEPARATED

Sunday, February 12th at the Espousal Retreat House in Waltham. Presenter: Fr. Stephen J. Bonian, SJ. For info and registration call 781-209-3120.

A DAY OF HEALING-DEALING WITH DEPRESSION

Sunday, Feb. 19th from 10:00-5:00 pm at the Espousal Retreat House in Waltham. Presenter: Dr. Joseph Coyle, Christian Psychologist. Whether mild or severe,, depression can be a significant barrier to health and wholeness. This day will focus on understanding and alleviating symptoms psychologically, and on healing root causes through prayer. The day will include talks,, small groups, reflection time, inner healing, prayer, Mass and lunch. Offering: $45 (includes lunch). For more information call 781-209-3120.

A CHUCKLE TO LEAVE ON

An exasperated mother whose son was always getting into mischief, finally asked him: “How do you expect to get into heaven?” The boy thought it over and said. “Well. I’ll just run in and out and keep slamming the door until St. Peter says, “For Heaven’s sake, Jimmy, come in, or stay out.”

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

People flocked to Jesus because He was the wonder worker. Miracles, healings, stupendous signs which only a divine person could perform. And we can easily see why the people came to Jesus from all over. They wanted a better life. He healed them out of compassion. Yet, just as important is the teaching, the truth that Jesus came to teach. He leaves the crowd and, in the early hours of the morning, prays. He renews Himself God, as we must do if we are going to have a meaningful Christian life. He does not want to be just a wonder worker. His words must also move the people to action. It is the living of the word that brings miracles.

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE PARISH SO FAITHFULLY AND WE ARE MOST GRATEFUL TO OUR PARISHIONERS WHO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO INCREASE THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS.

SUNDAY PARISH OFFERTORY – Your Stewardship
Weekly Budget Needs:	$8,687.25
01/29/2006 Offering:	$5,876.00
Deference for the Week:	$2,811.25

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ASIA-PACIFIC CULTURAL EVENT

Calling all Asian-Americans in our community. Please come and join us. St. Barbara’s Parish in Woburn is planning to hold an Asia-Pacific Cultural Festival this summer. If you are interested in helping organize the program or would like to share your talents in this cultural show, please contact Louise Sullivan 781-376-1797, or leave a message with the Parish secretary.

THE WINCHESTER AREA VOICE OF THE FAITHFUL

invites you to a special presentation – Ellen Connell, member of the Archdiocesan Parish Council discussing “The Archdiocesan Pastoral Council: Report from a Member on Mon., Feb. 13th at 7:30 p.m. St. Eulalia’s Church, Winchester.

GIVING

Individuals who seek only to gain their own material success in life often end up feeling empty and unfulfilled. Giving to others and to causes larger than ourselves is a very real way to gain more than we give. In short, there is a benefit to the individual not only on a spiritual level but also an emotional and psychological one. People who give to others just feel better about themselves. Consider giving some of your time and talent to your Parish Ministries at Saint Barbara’s.

A PREVIEW OF SPECIAL EVENTS IN 2006 AT ST. BARBARA’S

March 4	Irish Night
April 22	Generations Dance
April 29	Bake Sale
May 5 & 6	Parish Show
May 12	Show Time
June 10	Parish Appreciation Night
June 11	Asia-Pacific Rim Cultural Festival
September 15 or 16	Half-Way to St. Patrick’s Day
October 28	Italian Night
November 24	Turkey Trot Dance
December 10	Breakfast with Santa

WORLD DAY OF THE SICK

Next Saturday, February 11th, the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, is the Commemoration of World Day of the Sick. On this day, the universal Church prays for all those who suffer the effects of illness, and for their caregivers and health care workers. Parishioners are encouraged during this week to pay special visits to the sick and to remember them, their caregivers and all who are ill throughout the world, in prayer. Persons who are homebound may appreciate viewing the televised Mass that day which will include an anointing of the sick.

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