St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, March 4, 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: Eugene Matthews; Ann Micalizzi; Anita Chu; David Dunn; Richard White; Faith Belluche.

BULLETIN BITS

Peter, James and John wanted to build a “booth” for Jesus and just stay on the mountain where His transfiguration took place. But the Son of God, the Chosen One, knew that He must instead keep moving towards His crucifixion. We, too, must rise from worship and do what we can to hasten the coming of the kingdom.

FOXWOOD BUS TRIP

A day at the casino on Thursday, April 19, 2007. Bus leaves the church parking lot at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 8:30 p.m. Upon arrival you will receive $10 towards restaurant or the buffet, plus $15 Keno play. Cost of the trip is $23. Mail or bring your money (cash or check) to the rectory along with your name(s) and phone number(s). Call Rita at the rectory (933-4130) or Joe (933-5994) if you have any questions. Don’t miss out!!

SPECIAL PARISH LITURGICAL EVENTS

DAILY MASS DURING LENT

Mass will be celebrated on Lenten weekdays at 9:00 a.m. and at 5:30 p.m. in the Father Anadore Hall.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

The Stations of the Cross are held in the church on all the Fridays of Lent at 3:00 P.M.

THE SCRIPTURAL ROSARY

The Scriptural Rosary will be held in the upper church next Saturday, March 10th, from 12:00 Noon to 1:15 p.m. We invite you to join us in this special devotion to Our Blessed Mother.

YOUNG AT HEARTS PROGRAM FOR 2007

MARCH 16

Regular Meeting in Hall
BINGO

MAY 4

Regular Meeting in Hall
(Reverse Mortgage Video)

MAY 25

Top of the Hub & IMAX Theatre
($74)

JUNE 26

Lobsterbake
Clambake Restaurant, Scarborough, ME.
Portland, ME. City Tour (2 hrs. on bus)
($74.95)

SEPT. 17

Cape May, New Jersey
4 nights, 5 days
$499 dbl; $599 single

OCT. 23

Johnson & Wales Inn, Seekonk, MA
($69)
Divine Comedy Luncheon
Fr. Patrick Aloysius Misgivings

NOV. 28-29

Vermont’s Hone for the Holidays
1 night, 2 days
$199 dbl; $279 single

CHURCH WOMEN OF WOBURN

First Lenten Meeting of 2007 will be held at the Methodist Church on Wednesday, March 7th with Coffee being served at 10 AM. Speaker will be Rev. Marilyn Robb. Co-hostesses are: St. John’s/Montvale Congregational. All ladies are welcome.

HELP WANTED

St. Mary’s Parish in Winchester is seeking a part-time Coordinator (10-15 hrs.week) of Religious Education for grades 1-8. This job would include overseeing the times when the children come for their Religious Education classes, working with staff and volunteers and helping to develop curriculum and programs. St. Mary’s is a vibrant, Vatican II parish! If interested, please contact Sal Caraviello, Director of Ministries, at 781-729-1965 or e-mail salstmarys@aol.com.

ST. BARBARA’S 21ST IRISH NIGHT

A FEW TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE – DON’T MISS OUT!!
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.

SOME GOOD NEWS TO SHARE

with all who long to hear the Good News of Jesus proclaimed via the airwaves. On March 5th, Eternal Life Radio will begin to air Catholic programming on WROL. At 12 Noon, Mondays-Fridays, Fr. John Corapi, SOLT, will be broadcast on 950 AM, WROL.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

Last week Jesus was tempted in the desert, and we saw Him grappling with the powers of evil. This week we see Him transformed on the mountain. Peter, James and John get a glimpse into His divine Sonship. Moses and Elijah appear. God speaks: “This is My Son, My Chosen one. Listen to Him.” It all seems so glorious, so triumphant, so heavenly. Yet, what is the topic of conversation? Jesus’ impending death in Jerusalem. Jesus stands above all the prophets. He will fulfill the prophecies. The apostles do not know what to make of it all. Jesus tells them to say nothing until He rises from the dead, which they did not comprehend. You notice they had to come down from the mountain and get back to the real world. The transfiguration is only a temporary moment of glory. The eternal moment of glory is the resurrection. And so it will be with us. No glory here, but there is one to come. The ups and downs are part of our life journey as well. But we are not alone. We follow Him.

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
02/25/2007 Offering:	$5,882.00
Difference for the Week:	$2,805.25

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JUST A REMINDER

Next Sunday, March 11th we turn our clocks AHEAD one hour as Daylight Savings begins three weeks early this year.

OUR CONGRATULATIONS

to PAULA CABRAL for completing 12 grades of Religious Education – WELL DONE, PAULA!

ST. FRANCIS MEN’S RETREAT GUILD

Leave the noise of the world for a couple of days. Join us in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere at our upcoming Men’s Lenten Retreat – March 30-April 1, 2007 at Campion Retreat Center, Weston, MA. For further information contact Joe Pecora 933-2616 or Joe Sallese 935-2417.

HOSPICE CARE

needs men & women to volunteer in our community. Training begins in early April. Hospice Care is a non-profit organization serving patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. Volunteers provide companionship to patients, respite time for family members or help with errands. No previous experience is necessary. Training will take place in the Woburn office. For more information, please call Lisa Palais at 781-569-2888.

AT THE FOOT OF THE CROSS

Rev. Andre Patenaude (Fr Pat) will present a concert on Palm Sunday, April 1st from 2:00-5:00 pm at the Andover Country Club, Andover, Ma. Admission is $20 p.p. Finger Foods will be served. For tickets call Muriel at 978-685-5047.

VISIT SENIORS IN REST HOMES OR NURSING FACILITIES

Did you know that 50% of nursing home residents have NO VISITORS during the week? With two (2) hours a week as an Ombudsman, you can make a difference in the lives of Arlington, Lexington & Woburn nursing home residents! Chat with residents, get to know staff. Training and support is offered to impartially handle concerns by residents or their families. Rewarding work that makes lives better for frail seniors. Call 781-861-0896 for information.

LIFT

Catholic Worship for a NEW Generation – an exciting monthly worship event which includes vibrant praise and worship music, dynamic, challenging speakers and Eucharistic Adoration. LIFT is for all ages. Tues., March 13th we welcome Fr. Damien Ledoux as our speaker. The evening runs from 7-9 pm at Fontbonne Academy, 930 Brook Rd, Milton, Ma.

COMING EVENT

Our annual Lenten Mission will be held Monday through Wednesday, March 19-20-21. More information will be forthcoming in the bulletin.

JUST A THOT

One definition of LOVE:

Love is what makes you smile when you’re tired!

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