St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, January 7, 2007

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: John-Paul Dizio; Mary & Leo Paris; Nancy Stronach; Marie Bille.

BULLETIN BITS

The three kings in today’s Gospel traveled a great distance at considerable cost to offer their richest gifts to the Infant Jesus. How far will I go and what will I offer to do homage to this newborn King and Saviour?

FINANCE COMMITTEE

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

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.

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.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF HARTFORD, CT

is now presenting, through Jan. 31, 2007, A VATICAN CHRISTMAS - Creches of Pope John Paul II. On special loan from the Vatican and the Archdiocese of Cracow, the 23 beautiful crèches displayed vary in style and size, the largest being nearly 11 feet wide. These models, magnificent works of art in their own right, have never before been shown in the United States. The Museum’s annual Christmas Tree Festival opens adjacent to A Vatican Christmas. It also runs thru Jan. 31st. For directions to the Museum, contact the rectory office.

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION

Serve Seniors in Rest Homes or Nursing Facilities – You can be a Friendly Visitor; a Grocery Shopper; Provide Medical Transportation; be a Meals-On-Wheels Driver or help in the office of Minuteman Senior Services or on Special Projects. If you are interested call Toll Free at 888-222-6171 or go to www.minutemansenior.org.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

This Program is for couples who believe they have a good marriage but desire a deeper understanding, a richer communication, a better quality and more spirituality in their marriage. Upcoming dates – Jan. 12th weekend; Feb. 16th weekend (Couples retreat); March 23rd weekend. For further details or information 1-800-367-0343 or www.mene.org.

WHAT IS A MIRACLE?

A phone call from someone you haven’t heard from in months. A friendly, genuine hug. A favorable test result which had you worried. Laughter from a child who had been crying. A birth. A flower bursting forth in blossom. A bird singing in the midst of a rainstorm. A ray of sunlight streaming through a window. A feeling that God is indeed in His heaven and all is right with the world. Miracles come in various ways and means – all we have to do is listen and open our eyes to them. And best of all, they are free to all who seek them!

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Angels, a star, Magi from the east. Is it all material for a Christmas pageant or is it real? The evangelists tell us that history was changed by the birth of Jesus, and there were some outstanding phenomena to mark His birth. Today’s feast means to reveal or to draw back the veil that hides something. The visit of the Magi was seen by the early Christian community, which did not celebrate Christmas, as the opening up of salvation for the Gentiles. Paul would have difficulty convincing Jewish Christians that the Gentiles did not have to assume the Jewish culture nor be enveloped by all the prescriptions of the law. Faith in Jesus, evidenced by love of neighbor, was enough. The Magi were not Jewish. They brought gifts for Jesus. What gift does He really want from you and me?

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
12/24/2006 Offering:	$7,931.00
12/25/2006 Offering:	$14,585.00	(CHRISTMAS)
12/31/2006 Offering:	$6,918.00

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ITERGENERATIONAL CHORUS (FOR AGES 4-104!!)

PROJECT LINUS

The Greater Boston chapter of Project Linus is in need of handmade blankets/afghans to donate to children at local area hospitals and other children in need of comfort. How can you help? 1)Donate a handmade blanket; 2) Sew labels; 3) Donate supplies or help with deliveries. If you would like further information, call the rectory 781-933-4130.
This is a very worthwhile project.

PRAYING THE ROSARY

The Rosary is a meditation, a time to recall and think about the life of Jesus as seen and experienced by Mary. As the model of faith, Mary’s life sets a pattern that we strive to follow: saying “yes” to God’s will in our lives and sharing His love and message with others. The Mysteries of the Rosary form a mini-lesson of faith, using the highlights and significant moments of the life of Jesus. Like paging through a family scrapbook, we see in brief the events of salvation history that are the core of our belief and the hope of our eternal life.

USING ENVELOPES HELPS YOUR PARISH

If you would like to be included in our collection envelope system, please complete the following coupon, and either drop it into the collection basket or mail it to the Parish office.

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