St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, December 31, 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: Ann Bowden; David Danforth; Cecilia Gorman; Charles & Margaret Sullivan; Tom & Pauline Brooks.

BULLETIN BITS

The first reading today provides a challenging blueprint for the good stewardship of our family relations. How do I measure up?
See Sirach 3: 2-6, 12-14

SPECIAL PARISH LITURGICAL EVENTS

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Sacrament of the Sick is being administered following the 7:30 a.m. Mass this Sunday, December 31st.
Who can receive the Sacrament? Those who are chronically ill, are having treatments, or will be having surgery this month. We invite you to come receive the Sacrament of the Sick, a source of strength, healing and grace. If you would like to receive this Sacrament, please tell the Priest before Mass.

MASSES FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY, JANUARY 1ST

Because New Year’s Day falls on Monday this year, it is NOT a holyday of obligation. However, for your convenience in addition to the usual 9:00 Mass, we will have an additional Mass at 11:00 AM.

Schedule is as follows:

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2006

No Afternoon or Evening Masses

MONDAY, JANUARY 1, 2007,

9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

There will be a meeting of the Finance Committee on Sunday, January 21st at 12 Noon in the Rectory.

A GREAT BIG “THANK YOU”

right from the heart to all St. Barbara’s Family members for the many delicious goodies that have come pouring into the rectory these past few weeks – the cards, candies, fruit, cookies, etc. are all evidence of your thoughtfulness and generosity. They are greatly appreciated and are being thoroughly enjoyed. We, for our part, promise to remember all of you and your families in our Masses and prayers this Christmas season.

WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT YOU??

To all who have assisted us as needed throughout this past year…Lectors, Ushers, Eucharistic Ministers, the members of CALM who deliver plants to the homebound at Christmas and Easter, The Senior Choir, Ministers of Care, Phil Hawley, Leo Bahan & Tony Galluzzo who ably assist us at funerals, to all the ladies who help with the altars, grounds, etc. as needed; to Peg & Arthur Flaherty for the beautiful outdoor decorations, to all the committee members who were responsible for the various Fundraisers throughout the year (so much fun and so beneficial to the parish); and last, but not least, special thanks to Jim Power, our maintenance man, Obudsman and all around “St. Joseph” … always there when you need him. And to all those UNHERALDED parishioners, too numerous to mention, we offer a great big “THANK YOU” for all that you do for St. Barbara’s. God bless you all in the coming year!

34TH ANNUAL MARCH FOR LIFE

The Immaculate Conception (Malden/Medford) Respect Life Comm. is once again planning a pilgrimage to the 34th Annual March for Life in Washington, DC., leaving from St. Margaret’s, Burlington by motor coach Sun. morning, Jan. 21st and returning Tues. evening, Jan. 23rd. Cost is $220 p.p. double occupancy, ($350 single) until Jan. 7th (a little higher after that date). Call Janet Callahan 781-324-3564 for more information.

USHERS NEEDED

We have a great corps of Ushers who help at Masses week after week. We are currently in need of more Ushers for the 9:00 a.m. Mass on Sundays. If you can help, please call the Rectory or Jack Cornell 781-935-4643.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE

Your tax deductible gift can really make a difference in the lives of developmentally, disabled individuals. “Invest in a dream!” Send your donation to CMARC, Development Office, 147 New Boston Street, Woburn!

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Do you remember when you were twelve years of age? It was a time of new emotions, hormonal surges and an attempt at being independent and original. Today we see Jesus at twelve asserting His manhood. At twelve He was now considered a man by Jewish law and celebrated his Bar Mitzva – His Jewish manhood. Now, you and I know that a young man of twelve is not as mature or experienced as a man of 21, nor was Jesus at the age of twelve. But He knew that He wanted to be busy doing His Father’s work. Most people would have assumed that He meant Joseph. But Mary and Joseph knew He was referring to God, His Father. Yet Jesus, out of respect for His parents’ wishes, goes home with them. Every teenager has been sent by God to do His/Her Father’s work. They are not here by chance, but by divine design.

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.

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FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS

next Friday, Jan. 5th following the 9 a.m. Mass until closing with Benediction at 5:00 p.m. For anyone who is able to spend a half-hour or so in front of the Blessed Sacrament in the Prayer room, sign-up sheets may be found outside the prayer room door.

FRIENDS OF WINCHESTER HOSPITAL

extend an invitation to all men and women of the many communities served by the hospital to attend an orientation for prospective adult volunteers, The meetings will be held at 9:30 am and 7:30 pm on Wed., Jan. 10th in Conference Center 1 (CC1) of the hospital and will be followed by refreshments and a brief tout of the facility. For questions you may call 781-756-2626. There is something for everyone. Volunteers come in once per week for an average of a 3-hour shift.

MALDEN CATHOLIC PASTA BENEFIT AND ARTS NIGHT

will be held at Malden Catholic on Jan. 19th at 5:00 pm ($5.00 for adults/$3.00 for students and seniors). All the proceeds go to the St. Paul’s Supper Club and St. Francis House. Tours of the school will also be available for eighth grade boys and their families.

ST. MARY SCHOOL, WINCHESTER

will hold an Open House and Registration – Preschool to Grade 5 – on Tuesday, Jan. 16th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and on Wed., Jan. 17th from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. St. Mary School offers - Small school community – Choice of full or half-day kindergarten – Preschool program for three and four year olds – Afterschool program (2:30 pm – 6:00 pm). Providing a safe & nurturing environment in which to develop within students a strong academic, faith-filled foundation to become competent, responsible, caring Catholic citizens of the twenty-first century. Call 781-729-5515 or e-mail ultrinos@msn.com.

SIGN OF PEACE

In this season of colds and other illnesses, parishioners may not feel comfortable extending the Handshake of Peace. Please do not feel offended if someone merely nods at this time of the Liturgy.

HOSPITALIZED PARISHIONERS

If you or a loved one are hospitalized, please feel free to contact the parish and let us know. Also, be sure to allow your name to appear on the hospital’s religious census to ensure that you receive communion and the comfort and support of the parish and hospital spiritual caregivers during your stay.

A FEW THOUGHTS FOR THE NEW YEAR

• Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.
• If you need help, ask God. If you don’t, thank God.
• Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy.

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