St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, February 11, 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: Joseph Holland; Anna & Anthony Giordano; Karen Johnson Wampler; Henry Belluche; Alfred & Gertrude Coleman; John McCann; John Gaffney; Mark Mercer.

BULLETIN BITS

The words of the Psalmist echo the theme of all of today’s readings. “Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.” As good stewards, firmly grounded in that hope, may we bear fruit in due season – assisting the poor, feeding the hungry; and consoling the sorrowful whenever we have a chance.

SPECIAL EVENTS INPUT

The Special Events Committee is interested in hearing from you. Please let us know what types of event appeals to you. And the age group such events target, such as young children, young adults, or adults. Is there a particular parish membership that we aren’t planning events for? We would like to hear your suggestions. You can contact Louise Sullivan at louisemsul@aol.com or the Rectory office./H4>

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MEDICAL MISSIONARIES OF MARY

The Medical Missionaries of Mary, 179 Highland Avenue, Somerville, are looking for a cook. She is needed 5 days a week, 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm. The pay is negotiable. Please contact Sr. Anne Marie 617-666-3223./H4>

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ST. BARBARA’S 21ST IRISH NIGHT

On Saturday, March 10, our famous corned beef and cabbage dinner will be served at 7 p.m. There will be music and dancing with “Erins Melody” from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Tickets at $25 are now on sale. For further information or tickets call:

• Jo Power at 781-933-2845,
• Peg Flaherty at 781-935-6624, or
• Mary Rossignol at 781-935-3086.

Tickets are now available at the Rectory office.

INCOME TAX STATEMENTS

All envelope users who are interested in obtaining a copy of their 2006 contributions to the Parish may call the rectory office at 781-933-4130 and we will be happy to mail a statement to you.

WORKSHOP ON VISITINGTHE SICK

Starting Tuesday, March 6th, and running for six weeks, a workshop on Pastoral Care to the Sick & Homebound will be offered at Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Parish in Waltham from 7:00-9:00 pm in the school. Kelly Dunn, a Certified Chaplain and former Health Care Ministry Director for the Archdiocese will teach the course. The workshop will include a review of communication skills, the basics of pastoral visitation, key illness issues, spiritual needs and concerns, grief, loss and dying, and caregiving issues. Space is limited. Fee will be paid by the parish. Registration information is available at the parish office or call 617-746-5843. Please pre-register by March 1st.

SPECIAL PARISH LITURGICAL EVENTS

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered on Sunday, February 25th following the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

BAPTISM

Baptism of infants will take place on Sunday, March 4th, at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

PREP GRADE 5

The annual "Loving Hearts" liturgy will be celebrated on Sunday, February 11th at the 11 a.m. Mass.

CONFIRMATION

Bishop Irwin will confer the Sacrament of Confirmation at a special liturgy on Sunday, February 18th at 2 p.m.

ASH WEDNESDAY

Ashes will be distributed at all the Masses on February 21st

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.

Yes, I would like to receive envelopes
	NAME ________________________________________
	ADDRESS _____________________________________
	TOWN/ZIP ____________________________________

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Every time this Gospel is read, the thought comes to me, “How would Jesus do in a campaign for public office if He were running?” Imagine saying that the poor are blessed, those who hunger are blessed, those who mourn are blessed, those who are hated should rejoice.” No candidate would speak thus. All kinds of promises would be made to ensure the voters that their lives would be prosperous and comfortable. Not Jesus. He tells it the way it is with His administration. He knows what He is talking about because He is really giving us an insight into Himself who, though He is God, humbled Himself to become one of us, experiencing our humanity so that He could redeem us. In other words His Father and He have a preference for the poor, the hungry, those who are hurting, not for those who are secure in money or power. He can do nothing for them because they do not need him. We are blessed in all of this if we place our hope in God.

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
02/04/2007 Offering:	$6,746.50
Difference for the Week:	$1,940.75

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YOUNG AT HEARTS

We have planned a trip on Tuesday, June 26th. There will be a Lobster Bake and a City Tour of Portland, Maine. The cost is $74.95. You can call either Nancy at 782-933-2999 or the Rectory at 781-933-4130 to make a reservation. We hope you will join us.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Several Special Events are scheduled for 2007. They are:

DATE	EVENT
FEBRUARY 18th	Confirmation – 2 P.M.
APRIL 14-15	Parish Bake Sale
MARCH 10	Irish Night
MAY 11 & 12	Parish Show
SEPTEMBER 6	CMARC Dance
SEPTEMBER 8	½ Way to St. Patrick’s Day
OCTOBER 19	Italian Night
NOVEMBER 23	Turkey Trot
DECEMBER 9	Breakfast with Santa

DAY PROGRAMS FOR ELDERS IN BURLINGTON

Cooperative Elder Services, Inc. Adult Day, Social Day, and Alzheimer’s Day Care Center located at 37 “B” St. in Burlington, provides individualized programs for elders in a safe, structured time environment which includes socialization, therapeutic activities, nursing care, light breakfast and hot lunch. Funding is available to eligible participants, and door to door transportation can be arranged. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Mon. thru Fri. For more information call Karen LaCure at 781-270-5751.

BOSTON CATHOLIC MEN’S & WOMEN’S CONFERENCES

will be held on Saturday, March 17 (Men) and Sunday, March 18 (Women) at the new Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in South Boston. There will be inspirational speakers, a chance to meet and discuss issues of faith, family & work with like-minded Catholics, a forum to bring focus to your spiritual life and Confession – a great opportunity to “hit the reset button”. Please contact the rectory office if you are interested.

MYSTERY QUILT FUNDRAISER

Come join us Saturday, March 3rd from 10 am to 6 pm at St/ William Parish School Hall in Tewksbury to piece together a mystery quilt on a step by step basis. The pattern is revealed when all steps are completed. A donation of $50 per person includes quilt pattern, door prizes and lots of fun. Proceeds will benefit Catholic Quest’s next adult catechesis event performed by RADIX on March 29th. Please contact the rectory for more information.

JUST A THOT

• Friends see only the stars in your eyes (and never the wrinkles around them).
• What a wonderful place the world would be if we thought of each new person we meet as a friend waiting to be discovered.

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