St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, April 22, 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: Thomas Mulkerrin; John Devine; George Kelly; Leo Mericantante; Doris McKee; Florence Lynch; Bob & Edna Wood.

SPECIAL PARISH LITURGICAL EVENTS

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered on Sunday, April 29th, following the 7:30 p.m. Mass.

BAPTISM

Baptism of infants will take place on Sunday, May 6th, at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

FIRST COMMUNION

will be held on Sunday, May 20th at 2:00 p.m.

GOLD AND SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY LITURGY

Sean Cardinal O’Malley invites all couples of the Archdiocese of Boston who are marking their 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries in 2007 to join him for the annual celebration at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Sunday, May 27th – 11:30 am Mass. Mass will include a renewal of marriage vows by all participating anniversary couples. Family members and friends, as well as the general public, are welcome to attend. Please register with the parish staff by May 1, 2007 if you are celebrating your 25th or 50th wedding anniversary and would like to attend this celebration. A formal invitation will then be sent from the Archdiocese.

BULLETIN BITS

In today’s gospel, Jesus tells Peter again and again, “If you love Me, feed my sheep.” He says the same to each of us, “If you love Me, use the gifts I have given you to serve your brothers and sisters.”

IMPORTANT YOUTH MINISTRY NOTICE

We are sorry to inform you that the Play that was to be presented in May has been cancelled due to unforeseen impediments. Thank you all for your support.

CHURCH WOMEN OF WOBURN

The purpose of the Church Women of Woburn is to promote fellowship and service among the women of Woburn’s Christian churches for spiritual, educational and community endeavors. Membership is open to all women of the Christian faith associated with Woburn churches. Visitors are welcome to attend meetings. The Annual Luncheon meeting will take place Wednesday, May 9th here at St. Barbara’s beginning at 10:30 a.m. Speaker will be Pauline Pepe.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

This coming Sunday April 29th, the Church throughout the world celebrates World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Pope Benedict XVI is inviting Catholics all over the globe to participate by praying to our heavenly Father that He send vocations for the service of the Church as communion. For the Holy Father’s letter see www.vocationsboston.org.

PARISH RETREAT

So many of you enjoyed the Lenten Mission given by Father John Anglin that he has contacted us and would be happy to present a PARISH RETREAT the weekend of October 5-6-7th . This would be held at the Franciscan Center in North Andover from Friday – Sunday. It would be open to men, women and young adults. The cost of the weekend is $140.00 per person and includes meals, beginning with dinner on Friday evening. We would like to have an idea of those interested in attending so ask you to please fill out the form below and return it to the rectory as soon as possible.

ST. BARBARA’S PARISH RETREAT- Oct. 5-6-7, 2007,

___ I PLAN TO ATTEND THE PARISH RETREAT AT THE FRANCISCAN CENTER IN NORTH ANDOVER.

NAME__________________________________________________

ADDRESS__________________________________PHONE________

___ I CANNOT ATTEND, BUT WOULD BE INTERESTED IN AN ALTERNATIVE RETREAT.

THE WIZARD OF OZ

Nazareth Academy will be performing “The Wizard of Oz” at its annual Spring Musical. Come join us for this enchanted story. Performances will be held on Thursday, May 10th at 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 11th at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 12th at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. Adults: $10.00, Seniors: $8.00, Children ten and under $5.00. Additional information is available at 781-245-5210 or at www.nazareth-academy.org. Nazareth Academy is located at 14 Winship Dr., Wakefield.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

The scriptures relate two times when Jesus multiplies the loaves and fishes, and two incidents where the Apostles are asked to drop their nets again after fishing all night and catching nothing. Today’s gospel is one of those times when the men are asked to cast their nets into the deep, having fished all night with no catch. It had been quite a month. Jesus is arrested, crucified and buried. Then He rises from the dead, and appears to them. So much to consider, and contemplate. Back in Galilee, they decided to go fishing just to find some peace and relaxation. How great it was to breathe in the fresh air, and to be back to the “old routine.” But it doesn’t last long. After fishing all night without success, Jesus again comes to the rescue. The net is so full of fish that it is at the breaking point. Jesus also has prepared breakfast for them. Peter has a chance to “make up“ for his triple denial. From now on they will be catching people in the net of Jesus’ love.

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
04/15/2007 Offering:	$7,229.00
Difference for the Week:	$1,458.25

CAN YOU WAIT?

until May 7th, for that is when St. Barbara’s Adult Education Program with Fr. Ned Carroll resumes at 10 a.m. in the lower church?

ITALIAN NIGHT COMMITTEE

A meeting will be held on Monday evening, April 23rd, at 7:00 pm in the rectory. New members are welcome. Please call Joe Sallese 781-935-2417 if you plan to attend.

WE REMEMBER

If you, a family member, or a friend have experienced a death of an infant or young child, we invite you to share in a special liturgy, “We Remember”. We Remember is a Memorial Liturgy for families whose baby died through miscarriage, stillbirth, in infancy or early childhood. This Liturgy will be celebrated on Sunday, April 29th at 3:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 441 Fellsway in West Medford. A reception will immediately follow in the Parish Center. For further information please call: Fr. Joe Foster at 781-396-3400.

CANNED FOOD COLLECTION

will be held next weekend, April 28/29th for families served through Woburn Social Concern. On the Food Pantry Wish List are the following items: Canned Fruit, Canned Meat (Spam, hash, stew, etc.), Jelly, Peanut Butter, Juice, Soup, Cereal, Canned Tomato Products, Pasta Sauce, Powdered Milk, Baked Beans, Canned Lunch (Spaghettios, etc), Paper/Plastic Grocery Bags (They use over 1,000 of each every month). Please help in whatever way you can.

VISITING ANGELS

providing Living Assistance Services, are looking for experienced, compassionate and reliable caregivers to work in the homes of the elderly. Among the many services they provide are:

• Up to 24 hour care
• Meal Preparation
• Light Housekeeping
• Errands
• Day/Night, Live–In or Live-Out Care
• YOU choose the Caregiver
• Respite for Family Caregiver
• and more.

If you are interested, please call Visiting Angels at 978-703-0535.

A UNIQUE RESIDENCE FOR SENIOR WOMEN

The Jonathan Tidd House, located at 74 Elm Street, Woburn, has been providing senior women with “live-alone-at-home” in safe and nurturing surroundings since 1887. As a result of their recently completed 1.5 million expansion/renovation program, they are accepting new residents. To arrange a tour and discuss the services offered call 781-933-0248 or visit www.tiddhome.org.

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

Come away for a weekend to listen to God’s voice within your marriage. Upcoming dates are June 22-24, July 20-22 and Sept. 14-16. For more information call Ray & Beth at 1-800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmeMA.org.

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