St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, December 17, 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: Charles Sullivan; Marie & Delone Lang; John Sullivan.

BULLETIN BITS

Today’s Gospel provides a blueprint for good stewardship: “Let the man who has two coats give to him who has none. The man who has food should do the same.”

LATIN MASS NOVUS ORDO

Fr. Bill will preside at the 9:00 am Eucharist on Dec. 23rd. The Mass will be celebrated in Latin. This is the Latin Liturgy of the Eucharist of Vatican II. We hope you will participate.

SPECIAL CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

There will be one collection taken up at all the Masses on Christmas for the support of priests of the Archdiocese in order to help with their sick and retirement needs and to help maintain Regina Cleri Home for retired priests (living there at the present time are Father Anadore, Father McMahon and Fr. DeAdder,) Your support is needed and earnestly requested.

ST. BARBARA’S YOUTH GROUP

will be selling Christmas Wreaths & Logs following all Masses this weekend - Dec. 16-17. If you still have last-minute shopping to do, why not consider a pretty wreath or a log to encourage our youth.

FLOWERS FOR THE ALTARS AT CHRISTMAS

If you would like to donate flowers for the altars at Christmas in memory of a loved one, you may leave them at the side entrance of the Church (facing the parking lot) Dec. 19-22. Thank you so much for all you do to make our Church so festive during the holiday season.

SPECIAL PARISH LITURGICAL EVENTS

A PREVIEW OF CHRISTMAS MASSES

Christmas Eve (Sunday, December 24th)

4:00 p.m. – Upper Church – Family Liturgy
4:00 p.m. – Lower Church
6:00 p.m. – Upper Church

Christmas Day (Monday, December 25th)

7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

CONFESSIONS FOR CHRISTMAS

for your convenience, we have scheduled the following hours for Confessions:
Saturday, December 23rd: 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered following the 7:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, December 31st.

PREVIEW OF MASSES FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY

Sunday, December 31st, 2006

NO AFTERNOON OR EVENING MASSES

Monday, January 1st, 2007,

7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

CONGRATULATIONS

to the following students from our Parish who have earned Honor Roll status at Arlington Catholic High School for the 1st marking period.

Tyler McGuire	Amanda Ferlisi
Courtney Garvey	Derek Harmon
Alicia Dinn	Alessandra Valente
Christine Whitney	James Jacobs III
Kyle Lovett	Kathryn Mancuso
Benjamin Pratt	Michael Sands
Brandon Saunders	Bryan Stanley

THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

in Wakefield is presenting a Community MESSIAH this Sunday, Dec. 17th at 3:00 PM (the stone church on Lake Quannapowitt). Free Will Offering to be collected.

ATTENTION: PARISHIONERS ON MEDICARE!

Information about 2007 Medicare Part D Prescription coverage is available to all parishioners on Medicare through Catholic Golden Age. Call 1-866-825-4210 for enrollment information.

WOBURN COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Saturday, December 30th – Moose Lodge, 4 Federal Street.
Make an appointment today – 1-800-448-3543.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Paul writes to the Philippians that Jesus is near. John encourages those He is baptizing to change their life-style because the Messiah is coming. Centuries have passed since these two men lived. But their message is still valuable. We know that Jesus has not returned as he promised. We are still in the waiting period. Nevertheless, until He does return, we are still exhorted by the Word of God to listen and put into practice what we know to be the will of God. And that boils down to one thing: love your neighbor as yourself. Jesus said when He returns He is going to ask one question: “What did you do for your neighbor?” We can all go about doing good, until the return of the Lord. That is within the capability of every person.

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
12/10/2006 Offering:	$7,200.00
Difference for the Week:	$1,487.25

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Sincere thanks to our Breakfast-With-Santa Committee who did a splendid job organizing, setting up, decorating, selling tickets and cooking the delicious breakfast. It was a huge success. Thanks to Santa, to the many youth who again impressed us with their helpfulness and good Christmas Spirit, and to all the parents and patrons who supported the event.

MINUTEMAN SENIOR SERVICES

is a non-profit agency that for 30 years has provided help for home-bound seniors to stay in their homes, safe, comfortable and independent. This year they have a suggested New Year’s Resolution: Serve Seniors in Rest Homes or Nursing Facilities. If you have 2 hours a week you can make a difference in the lives of Lexington and Woburn nursing home residents as an Ombudsman. You will be trained and certified by the Commonwealth to impartially investigate and resolve concerns of residents in long-term care facilities. Advocates are rewarded by the love and appreciation expressed by the frail seniors they serve. Call Sharon or Pamela at 781-861-0896 for more information on how you can help in 2007.

PREVIEW OF MASSES FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY

Sunday, December 31st, 2006

NO AFTERNOON OR EVENING MASSES

Monday, January 1st, 2007,

7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

A NEW & UNIQUE WAY TO EXPERIENCE RELIGIOUS LIFE

The Sisters of Divine Providence have developed a program of temporary commitments to religious life. The program is entitled The Providence Companions in Mission and is an opportunity for women to have an experience of religious life for anywhere from one to six years. For more information, please contact Sister Judith Connor, CDP, at 781-585-7724,or at cdpjudith@hotmail.com. Also, visit the Sisters of Divine Providence on the web at www.divineprovidenceweb.org.

GERONTOLOGY CLASSES OPEN AT U-MASS

The University of Massaschusetts is accepting applications for its Manning Certificate Program in Gerontology, which prepares students to work with the elderly. The program is designed to give students the skills and resources needed to plan for an aging society, work in the aging network, and advocate for elders. Daytime classes are on Wednesdays beginning January 31 for two semesters. There is also a Monday evening program available. Credits from the program can also be applied towards a Bachelor’s Degree. The program is financial aid approved. For more information or an application call Mary St. Jean at 617-287-7330.

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