St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, October 22, 2006

MASS INTENTIONS

WE REMEMBER AT MASS IN A SPECIAL WAY THIS WEEKEND:

all our deceased loved ones, those whose names are inscribed in our Book of Remembrance, Members of St. Barbara’s Benefactor Society, and the following deceased: William Mullen; Donald Hennessey; Deceased Members of the Paris Family; Robert Cook; Joan Curran; Judson Aiken; John, Elinor and Capt. Elinor Sullivan; George Ray; Edward Palmer; Frank Strazzere; Anna Giordano.

SPECIAL PARISH LITURGICAL EVENTS

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered following the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday, October 29th.

BAPTISM

Baptism of infants will take place on Sunday, Nov. 5th at the 11:00 A.M. Mass.

BULLETIN BITS

Good stewards must not argue about who is the most important. Today’s Gospel says clearly that those who aspire to greatness must humbly serve the needs of all. Even Jesus came not to be served, but to serve.

FOXWOODS BUS TRIP

A day at the casino on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006. Bus leaves the church parking lot at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 8:30 p.m. (1 hour longer). Upon arrival you will receive $10 towards restaurant or the buffet, plus $15 Keno play. Trip cost is $23. Mail or bring your money (cash or check) to the rectory along with your name(s) and phone number(s). Call me with any questions you might have. Ginger DiSalvo (781-933-5994). Don’t miss out. Thank you.

PARISH SHOW

Annual Parish Show tryouts will be held Sunday, Nov. 12th at 6:30 p.m. in Fr. Anadore hall. There are at least 12 speaking roles. We also could use some musicians to play in our “mini” orchestra. If you would like to help in any way with our production, please come and sign up on Nov. 12th. Thank you!

THE SECOND COLLECTION

The 2nd collection to be taken up at all the Masses this weekend is for the World Missions. We ask you to pray for those who are serving in the Mission fields and to be as generous as possible to this special work of the Church.

P.R.E.P.

As most of you know, every parish and Catholic school in the archdiocese has been mandated to teach the personal safety curriculum, “Talking About Touching”, as part of the curriculum of our religion program for Grades 1 – 6. An information session will be presented by Lillian Hardcastle, on November 16 at 7:30 in the Fr. Anadore hall, for parents to hear about the curriculum, see the lessons, and ask any questions that you may have.

THE CATHOLIC CEMETERY ASSOCIATION

is pleased to offer a 10% discount to all parishioners of St. Barbara Church who would like to purchase burial space pre-need before Dec. 31, 2006. Reduced financing costs are also available at all locations. Please bring this bulletin with you for your parish discount. To find a location closest to you, please visit our website at www.ccemetery.org or call us at 781-322-6300 or 1-888-919-7926. The discount is applicable in any of the Associations 24 cemeteries.

VOTING

We would like to call your attention to Question 3 on the ballot – The Better Child Care Initiative which will help:

• Raise safety & health standards to protect children
• Make affordable child care options more available for working parents.
• Expand training for child care providers to raise the quality of care.
• Reduce turnover and stabilize the child care profession so children get the consistent quality care they need.

MASS OF REMEMBRANCE

for families of deceased parishioners buried from St. Barbara’s will be held on Sat., Nov. 4th at 9:00 AM. Letters are in the mail and if, by any chance, you did not receive one, please contact the rectory office at 781-933-4130.

JUST A THOT

Blessings are all around for those with eyes to see.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

The Apostles had heard Jesus talk about His crucifixion on three occasions, but they missed the point. James and John want to have special places in His kingdom. They want to be VIP’s, and be second in command. Now, Peter was named the “Rock”, the head, but that made no difference. All of the apostles at one time or another were just as ambitious for reward, title, power, and control. It is not their importance that will give them glory, but their fidelity to the example of Jesus. Jesus redirects their ambition into service. Seats at the right and left of Jesus are not important. It is imitating the Lord that wins glory. To want to be above others is not the way of the Lord. He washed their feet.

The Legislature will meet on Nov. 9th, to vote on the marriage amendment. As citizens we have the right to vote as our conscience dictates. Call your state representative and state senators at the State House at 617-722-2000 and tell them to “Let the People Vote” on traditional marriage. We urge all to vote on Election Day, November 7.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
FATHER VIN 

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
10/15/2006 Offering:	$6,626.00
Difference for the Week:	$2,061.25

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BABY BOTTLE FUNDRAISER FOR LIFE

St. Barbara’s Pro-Life Ministry will distribute baby bottles (one per interested family) after all the Masses next weekend (Oct. 28 & 29). During the month of November, we ask you to place a “Gift for Life” in the bottle in the form of a check (made out to “Heartbeat” or “Friends of the Unborn”, cash or coins. Return the bottle to the container in front of the St. Joseph side altar at any of the weekend Masses on Nov. 25 & 26th, or to the rectory soon afterwards. See the paper in the bottle for information on how this “Gift for Life” can be offered to honor a loved one.

WHY DO YOU BOW YOUR HEAD WHEN YOU PRAY?

Come and find out as St. Barbara’s Adult Education Program, with Fr. Ned Carroll, continues on Monday (Oct. 23rd) with the theme “The History of Prayer”.

MORALITY IN MEDIA

Family Christmas Open House will be held on Sunday, Nov. 26th at Most Blessed Sacrament Church Hall from 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Donation: Adults $15 – Children (4-12 yrs) $5.00. Please contact the rectory office if interested.

ARLINGTON CATHOLIC OPEN HOUSE

on Sunday, November 5th at 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

ST. BRIGID’S, LEXINGTON

The Adult Faith Formation Committee Fall Speaker will be Fr. J. Bryan Hehir whose topic will be “Catholic Teaching on War and Peace”. This presentation will be held on Thurs., Nov. 9th at 7:30 p.m. in Keilty Hall. All are welcome.

AUSTIN PREP OPEN HOUSE

will be held Sunday, Nov. 5th at 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM and Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Tour the Campus, meet faculty & students, hear about our rigorous academic program, register for the entrance exam, meet and mingle with current parents & students. Entrance exam dates Sat., Nov. 18th at 8:00 AM and Saturday, Dec, 9th at 8:00 AM.

FOOD COLLECTION

for families served through Woburn Social Concern, will be held next weekend, Oct. 28/29th. We ask you to be especially generous with your donations as they will begin preparing to distribute canned goods and other items for the Thanksgiving baskets. Mother Teresa once said, “If you can’t feed a hundred hungry people, feed one hungry person”.

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