St. Barbara’s Parish Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, February 3, 2008

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; David Scalley; Rachel Mellone; Shannon Meara; Alba Passerini; Ellen Gately; Otto & Freida Albus; Michael Lutz; Vincent Polito.

BULLETIN BITS

Blessed are they who are what they are and do what they do for the sake of the kingdom! The Gospel today assures good stewards that their suffering and their service on behalf of the kingdom will be rewarded!

UPCOMING LITURGICAL EVENTS

ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES
FEBRUARY 6, 2008

9:00 a.m.  –  12:05 p.m.  –  5:30 p.m.

Ashes will be distributed during mass.

GRADE 5 LITURGY

The Grade 5 Liturgy will be celebrated next Sunday, February 10th at the 11:00 Mass.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered on Sunday, February 24th following the 7:30 a.m. Mass.

BAPTISMS

Baptism of infants will take place on Sunday, March 2nd at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

PARISH MISSION

There will be a Parish Mission at St. Barbara's from March 1st through March 5th. The Presider will be Father John Anglin who gave the wonderful mission last year. Mark the dates on your calendar.

HOLY WEEK

Holy Week Liturgies are as follows:

• Thursday, Mach 20 - Holy Thursday
• Friday, March 21 - Good Friday
• Saturday, March 22 - Holy Saturday
• Sunday, March 23 - Easter

DATES TO REMEMBER

Ash Wednesday – February 6th

Confirmation – Sunday, March 9th – 2 P.M.

Easter Sunday – March 23rd

First Communion – May 17/18th

SECOND COLLECTION

Each year, the annual Peter’s Pence collection in support of the works of the Holy Father, is held on the First Sunday of Lent. Through our works of charity, Catholics provide a quiet but powerful witness of love and deeds to empower the weak, the defenseless and the voiceless, and to sustain those who suffer. Please give generously to this collection next weekend, February 9/10th.

INCOME TAX STATEMENTS

If you would like a statement of your contributions to St. Barbara’s during the year of 2007, please let the secretary in the rectory office know. You can drop in or call her at 781-933-4130.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR FOXWOOD

Our next trip will be on Thursday, April 10th. We will not have any trips during the Lenten season. As usual, the bus will leave the parking lot exactly at 9:30 a.m. (please be prompt) and return approximately between 8-8:30 p.m. The cost is still only $23 per person; but this time you will receive $20 in Keno play and the $15 allowance for lunch/dinner or the free buffet.

For your information, as another on-going church event, on all trips to Foxwoods we donate our profit from the ticket sales to St. Barbara’s to be used toward the upkeep of the Parish. Our last trip on Dec. 6th, resulted in a $446.00 contribution to St. Barbara’s.

Feel free to sign up anytime simply by calling the rectory at 933-4130 or Joe DiSalvo at 933-5994.

1000 CLUB

Several numbers in the 1000 Club have become available and we are looking for new members. This weekend, after all the Masses we will have a table set up at the front doors of the Church for those who are interested in becoming a member of the Club. It is a steady source of income for the Parish.

LENTEN REGULATIONS

ABSTINENCE

Catholics over the age of 14 years are bound to abstain (meat may not be taken at all) on Ash Wednesday and the Fridays of Lent.

FASTING

Catholics over the age of 18 and up to the beginning of their 60th year must fast. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fasting – only one full meal is allowed: two other meatless meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken, according to one’s needs. But together, they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids including milk and fruit juices, are allowed.

LENTEN DISCUSSION GROUP

Won’t you join us to ”Share the Word” following daily Mass at 9:00 a.m. in the church hall during Lent? Our first meeting will be Tuesday, February 12th.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

A BAPTISM OF JESUS
This Jesus is not the ordinary preacher or leader of men. If He were running for public office, say the Presidency, He would never make it on a speech like this. He doesn’t emulate the wealthy or powerful, nor does He make speeches about prosperity or military strength, nor does He promise a rosy life without effort and struggle. He is not concerned about material wealth but spiritual values. Paul says He deliberately chooses the absurd, the weak, the lowborn and despised, those who count for nothing so that mankind can do no boasting. God gets the glory for choosing us, the lumbering, imperfect, children He loves. In the beatitudes, as we call them, Jesus describes Himself – poor in spirit, sorrowing, lowly, merciful, single-hearted, persecuted, a peacemaker. Can He count on your vote?

Sincere thanks to all our parishioners and friends, for the expressions of support and sympathy, my family and I experienced from the parishioners of St. Barbara Parish on the occasion of my mother Rachel’s death. We are extremely grateful for the prayers, the spiritual bouquets, the flowers and personal condolences. At such a difficult moment in our lives we truly appreciate your thoughtfulness. God’s love and compassion came to us through all of you. God bless.

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
01/27/2008 Offering:	$5,651.00
Difference for the Week:	$3,036.25

COUNCIL OF SOCIAL CONCERN AUCTION

Ticket are $30.00 per person which includes Silent Auction, Dinner, Dessert and Live Auction. Tickets will be sold in Advance – No tickets will be sold at the door. This year’s Auction is Saturday, March 1st at the Hilton Boston/Woburn, 2 Forbes Road, Woburn. Doors open at 5:30pm.

PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY CANCELLED!!

Unfortunately, due to lack of interest, this year’s scheduled pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi, etc. is cancelled.

With apologies.
Fr. Sullivan

ARCHDIOCESAN BICENTENNIAL PILGRIMAGE

to the 49th International Eucharistic Congress in Quebec City, Canada…..Plan to mark the Bicentennial of the Archdiocese of Boston by coming together in prayer and fellowship with pilgrims from across the Archdiocese and from throughout the world at this special event in June 2008. The Boston Archdiocesan Pilgrimage is providing a comprehensive travel package for adults (21 years and older) June 18-24, starting at $1275 dbl. occ., as well as a special package June 18-22 with hostel accommodations tailored to young adults (ages 21-40) starting at $875 triple occupancy. If you are interested, registration forms and further information and be obtained at the rectory. SCRIPTURAL ROSARY:next Sat., Feb. 9th in the upper church from 12 Noon – 1:15 p.m. All are welcome.

SCRIPTURAL ROSARY

next Saturday, February 9th in the upper church from 12 Noon – 1:15 p.m. All are welcome.

CONVERSATION

on the role of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council with Sr. Marian Batho, CSJ and members of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council at St. Eulalia’s Church, Winchester on Monday, February 4th at 7:30 p.m. Sr. Marian is the Secretary for Regional Services for the Archdiocese. She works to move the operations of the Church closer to the parishes, laity and clergy. Sr. Marian has a degree in sociology from Regis College and two master degrees in financial services and management from American College. She has most recently served as Delegate for the more than 2,800 men and women religious in the Archdiocese of Boston.

THE JENKS CENTER IN WINCHESTER

has a couple of very special events: Sat., Feb. 9th a warm & humorous play “Love Letters” at 7:30. Tickets are $15. On Friday, February 15th, a Valentine Dance for couples and singles at the Jenks Center 7:30-10:30 p.m. Admission is $10 – a light buffet will be served at intermission. Call 781-721-7136 for tickets and table reservations.

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