St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, July 15, 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: Michael Lowthers, Raymond Belanger, Marie Shaw, Adeline Carciero, Michael Kane, Jr., Elinor Smith, Ruth Ash, Sabina Mullen, Edward O’Connor, Joseph A. Stargiotti, Mary & Louis Cella, Margaret Schwab, Paul Dougherty, Anna Dougherty, and Bernice Kelley.

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BANNS OF MARRIAGE

• 2nd time – Carla Ferlisi & Andrew Joseph

BULLETIN BITS

The good Samaritan was also a good steward, giving his time and treasure to meet his neighbor’s need. At the end of this familiar story, Jesus urges His hearers – and us – to go and do the same.

MADONNA OF THE UNIVERSE TRIBUTE

Sixth annual tribute to our Blessed Mother Mary, as the Madonna of the Universe – on Sunday, July 22nd at 2:30 p.m.
St. Barbara’s Parish of Woburn, MA, welcomes back FATHER RICK MARTIGNETTI, O.F.M., formerly of Rome, Italy, and now of Canada. Come and help us honor Our Blessed Mother Mary, as the Madonna of the Universe and her intentions for “World Peace and Families.” The Rosary will begin at 2:30 p.m. and Mass at 3 p.m. Following the celebration of the Eucharist, we will remain in the Church for Mary C. Vivolo’s Witness Talk about her more than seven years of private devotions to the Madonna of the Universe, Father Rick’s special presentation “Our Blessed Mother Mary” and a Healing Service!!! Blessed Madonna of the Universe Statue Packet Request Forms and refreshments will be available in the lower Church hall.

HALLMARK HEALTH VNA & HOSPICE, INC.

In celebration of Independence Day, Hallmark Health Lifeline will offer no installation fee and the first month free for anyone who signs up for lifeline during the month of July. Easy to use and providing quiet assistance for emergencies and peace of mind 24 hours a day, Hallmark Health Lifeline serves over 40 cities and towns. To arrange for installation and information contact Hallmark Health Lifeline at 781-338-7215.

SECOND COLLECTION

A collection to aid the Church in Central and Eastern Europe will be taken up at all the Masses next weekend, July 21 & July 22. Your contributions to the collection support dissemination of the Word of God over large territories, Pastoral programs for families and parishes, education for the faithful, training and formation for religious, and services for the homeless, the elderly, children, or families in need. For further information please visit www.aidtoeasterneurope.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Hallmark Health Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice is seeking Volunteers to assist with office duties. Volunteers can help with many tasks, including filing, mailings, and assisting with special events. Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice is located at 178 Savin Street in Malden. Call David Disman, Vol unteer Coordinator, at (781) 338-7863, “Loss After 60” Bereavement Support Group is now meeting on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Atria-Maplewood Place, 295 Broadway in Malden. Registration is required and can be made by calling (781) 338-7861.

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL

Join Fr. Angelus Shaughnessy, OFM CAP, in celebrating the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on Monday morning, July 16th. He will offer Holy Mass at 8 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, High Street, Medford. Coffee will follow in the lower church meeting room. Please being any scapular and religious articles for his blessing. Donations of goodies most welcome.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

The Jews knew that love of God and love of neighbor were the more important commandments. But they thought of their neighbor was a fellow Israelite or a resident alien, never the Gentiles. So, when Jesus is asked by a lawyer, he relates the parable of the good Samaritan. There was no love lost between Samaritans and Jews. Centuries ago, when Israel was invaded, the Samaritans were led into captivity and intermarried with the pagans. Thus they were considered half-breeds, and no better than the Gentiles. Jesus makes the Samaritan the hero of the story. He alone has compassion on the man who was robbed, beaten, and left for dead. A true neighbor, a true Israelite, a true follower of Jesus is the one who treats others, regardless of race, color, or creed, as he would wish to be be treated. We cannot be prejudiced in the name of God. Is He not the Father of all who dwell on the face of the earth? What we do for them we do for Christ.

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.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE BLACK & INDIAN MISSIONS AMOUNTED TO $2,171 FOR WHICH THEY ARE MOST APPRECIATIVE.

SUNDAY PARISH OFFERTORY – Your Stewardship
Weekly Budget Needs:	$8,687.25
07/08/2007 Offering:	$6,214.00
Difference for the Week:	$2,473.25

PROUD2BCATHOLIC

Sean Cardinal O’Malley has endorsed the 7th Annual Festival of this group because the event is centered around our youth but appeals to the whole family. This year’s festival will be on August 11 at the Marist House, 518 Pleasant St., Framingham, from 1-9 p.m.
Attendees may attend part or all of the event, as they choose. Nationally recognized singers and witness speakers will present Catholic music and inspiring talks and there will also be an opportunity for confession and adoration. Mass will begin at approximately 5:30 p.m.

LIFE LINE SCREENING

We will again be offering a day of life-line screening on Wednesday, August 8th. The complete Wellness Package which includes all four screenings is $129 – this also includes free osteoporosis screening. These tests quickly detect arterial abnormalities which can cause disrupted blood flow. For further information and to make an appointment call 877-792-8480. No appointments are made at St. Barbara’s.

PRAYER FOR FREEDOM

Dear Lord,

So many today misunderstand freedom believing that it is the ability to do whatever we want. Help us always to remember that freedom, true freedom, is being able to do what we ought to do.
That freedom, true freedom, is not indulging our every want and whim, but instead is the ability to rise above any desires that are wrong, disordered, dangerous or excessive.
Give us the grace always to remember that true freedom makes us the people you wish us to be, that true freedom brings us closer to you, and reshapes our world in the likeness of your kingdom.
Amen.

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