St. Theresa's Home Page

St. Theresa of Avila Parish
2078 Centre Street
West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Christ has no body now on earth but yours,
no hands but yours, no feet but yours;
yours are the eyes through which Christ's compassion looks out on the world,
yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good
and yours are the hands with which He is to bless us now.
Teresa of Avila

Welcome to St. Theresa of Avila Parish Home Page

Parish Staff

Parochial Vicars: Reverend Richard S. Bradford (Wed. and Thurs., and Friday a.m.)

Religious Education Catechetical Leaders:
                               Mrs. Ann Barden:             Kindergarten ~ Grade 6
                               Mrs. Diane Flynn:             Grades 7 ~ 12
                               Ms. Jennifer McKiernan: Baptism Coordinator

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Saint Theresa of Avila Church
2078 Centre Street
West Roxbury, Massachusetts 02132

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS
Sunday:                                      8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Monday through Thursday:        8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday:                                        8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday:                                   8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

If a parishioner is sick and needs to receive the sacraments, a priest can always be reached by calling 617-325-1300. The answering service will contact the priest on duty to respond to emergency calls of this nature.

Saint Theresa Church and Chapel are both handicapped accessible through our Pavilion. Entrance to the church parking lot is from St. Theresa Avenue, off of Centre Street.

Saint Theresa Church is located at 2078 Centre Street at the corner of St. Theresa Avenue, in West Roxbury. It is easily accessible by public transportation. From Forest Hills station (Orange Line) the Charles River and Stimson Street buses stop directly across from the church. The Needham Local Commuter Rail train runs Monday through Saturday; West Roxbury station is one block from the church. Check schedules and routes at http://www.mbta.com

Driving Directions
St. Theresa of Avila Church is easily accessible from Route 128/Route 95.

From the south
From Route 128/95, take exit 15A (Dedham). This brings you to onto Route 1. You will pass several stores and restaurants (Best Buy, TGI Fridays). Stay straight, passing the Dedham Mall (Sears) and several fast food places. At the intersection of VFW Parkway (Route 1) and Spring Street, (Vintage Restaurant is on your right and there is a donut shop across the street) take a right onto Spring Street. Stay on Spring Street, past Tony's Restaurant and Shaws Market. You will see the church steeple up ahead on the right. Spring Street becomes Centre Street (Kfoury Funeral Home on right and Tedeschi's on left). Take a right at the church, onto St. Theresa Avenue, the church parking lot is the first left.

From the west:
Take Route 9 east. At Barnes & Noble (across from the Chestnut Hill Mall), take exit for West Roxbury/Hyde Park. Stay to the right on the ramp and you will be on Hammond Pond Parkway. At the rotary, take the second right onto LaGrange Street. Stay on LaGrange, keep to the right when the road spurs to the left. You will cross VFW Parkway (Carrigg Monuments on the corner). Remain on LaGrange. The second lights after VFW Pkwy is Centre Street. The Corrib Pub will be ahead on the left, Blanchards is on the right. Take a right from LaGrange onto Centre Street. Get in the left lane, Saint Theresa of Avila Church is just ahead on the left. Take a left at the lights onto St. Theresa Avenue, the church parking lot is the first left.

From downtown Boston:
Take Storrow Drive west bound and exit at Fenway. Get into the right lane on the exit ramp, stay right onto Boylston Street (outbound). Pass by Yawkey Way and Fenway Park. Stay straight. Boylston Street becomes Brookline Avenue at the intersection with Park Drive (Emmanuel College will be ahead on the left). Take Brookline Avenue past the hospital area (Beth Israel, Deaconess, Dana Farber). Take a left onto the Riverway, which becomes the Jamaica Way. Stay on the Jamaica Way until the rotary at the Jamaica Way and Centre Street. Do not go around the rotary, take a right at the rotary onto Centre Street. Pass the Faulkner Hospital and VFW Parkway, staying on Centre Street. At the rotary at Holy Name Church, take the second right - still Centre Street. Go through the business district, pass Starbucks, Roche Brothers supermarket, CVS, fire station and library. As you approach the intersection of Centre and LaGrange Streets (Corrib Restaurant and Blanchards on the corners) you will see the church steeple ahead. Get into the left lane and take a left at the lights in front of the church, onto St. Theresa Avenue. The parking lot is the first left.

Mass Schedule

Saturday: 4:00 and 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m. and 12 Noon

Vigil of holydays: 4:00 and 7:30 p.m.
Holydays: 6:30, 9:30 a.m.; 12:15 and 7:30 p.m.

Weekday Masses are celebrated in the Chapel, Monday through Friday, 6:45 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and Saturday morning 6:45 a.m.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel every Saturday following the 6:45 a.m. Mass, with Benediction at 3:30 p.m.

Sacraments

Baptism is celebrated on the second and fourth Sunday of the month at 1:15 p.m. in the Chapel. A preparation meeting for parents and Godparents is held on the Friday evening prior to the second Sunday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. Parents are asked to contact the Parish House at least two weeks before the Baptism. If you are expecting your first child, or are new to the parish, please contact the Parish House one month before your baby's due date. Baptism is the sacrament of welcome into the community of faith. For this reason, and because of the large number of Baptisms at Saint Theresa's each year, the parish cannot offer private Baptisms.

Marriage: Couples planning to be married at Saint Theresa's should make an appointment with one of the priests at least six months prior to the wedding date.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: The RCIA is a formation process in

volving both liturgical and educational opportunities for adults seeking membership in the Catholic Church. The RCIA is for the unbaptized, for those baptized in other Christian churches, and for Catholics who have been baptized but have not yet received Eucharist, Penance or Confirmation. For further information contact the Religious Education Office.

Pastor's Greeting

The Pastoral Staff at Saint Theresa's is dedicated to serving our parish community: young, old, and in-between, large families, small families and households of one. Our liturgies, programs, and services help make Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, an integral part of our lives.

We cordially invite you to visit us - here in cyberspace or in person. Our beautiful church is a gem of Gothic architecture, our liturgies are celebrated with grace and reverence, our parish choir enhances our worship each Sunday at our 10:30 Mass, September through June. To those Catholics who live here in West Roxbury but have not been with us at Mass, I extend a very special invitation to join us on Sunday. What happens here at Mass each Sunday, each day, gives each of us the strength and support we need to get through our week. The love and grace of the Lord is boundless! Come and see for yourself.

With the assurances of a prayerful remembrance for you and all those you hold dear, I am

I am writing this on Monday evening, May 5, taking pen in hand following the May Crowning in the Main Church . It was a wonderful ceremony, honoring and showing devotion to Mary, the Virgin Mother of the Lord Jesus.

Veneration of the Blessed Mother is as old as the Catholic Church itself. People have always recognized Mary as our heavenly intercessor, praying for us in heaven, asking her Son, Our Lord, to protect us. There is a beautiful prayer written by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, entitled: “The Memorare”. The prayer begins with these words: “Remember, O Most Gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided.”

These words are an expression of our trust and confidence in Mary. We know she will help us, in every circumstance of our lives. And we know that Mary is the most influential advocate we have with her Son, Our Lord.

This trust and confidence we have in Mary can be traced back to the moment at the Wedding of Cana, when the wine ran out and the bride and the groom were about to be embarrassed and humiliated on their wedding day. When Mary saw this, she simply said to Jesus: “They have no more wine”. No doubt, she said this to her Son, knowing that he would do something about it. She probably gave Him a look only a mother can give her child, a look that said: “I am really expecting You to help these people”!!!

And we know that the Lord responded. The changing of water into wine was the first of Our Lord’s public miracles, and it helped people to put their faith in Him, to come to an understanding of WHO HE IS- - -the Son of God. But there was also the element of Mary’s concern and care for the newlyweds, which led her to tell the Lord “they have no more wine.”

If you read the story of the wedding at Cana in the Gospel of John, chapter 2, you will see that after telling Jesus that the wine had run out, Mary instructs the servants: “Do whatever he tells you.” (v.5) These words were not only meant for the servants at the wedding, 2000 years ago, but they are meant for us, today. Mary, with a mother’s love, is giving us the best advice she can give: Do whatever Jesus tells us.

In heaven, where she intercedes for us always, we can be sure that she tells her Son about our needs - - - whatever they may be. We can be sure that she responds to our prayers for her help.

During his visit to the

United States

in April, wherever he went, wherever he spoke, the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, reminded us, the Catholics of the

United States

, about the “powerful intercession” of the Mother of God, the Virgin Mother of Our Savior. We should remember what the Pope said about her and rely on her to assist us.

During this day, every day, we have plenty of opportunity to pray to her for ourselves and for others, knowing that Mary looks on us with a mother’s compassion, with a mother’s understanding. The “Hail Mary”, a prayer we all know from our earliest days, ends with these words that should never be far from our minds, hearts, and lips, especially when we need help the most, especially in times of temptation: “Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. AMEN.

Mother’s Day Blessing
Loving God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children,
so You watch over Your Church.
Bless these women, that they may be strengthened as Christian mothers.
Let the example of their faith and love shine forth.
Grant that we, their sons and daughters,
may honor them always with a spirit of profound respect.
Grant this through Christ our Lord.
AMEN

MAY DEVOTIONS: All are welcome to join us in the Chapel each weekday at 3:30 during the month of May as we recite the Rosary in honor of Our Blessed Mother.

EXHIBIT IN THE PAVILION: MOSAICS FOR THE PAVILION
What you will see out on a table in the pavilion will probably be a surprise. It is the first panel (out of fifteen) of a mosaic that will eventually cover the wall by the wheelchair ramp. The theme will be the healing miracles of Christ. What you will actually see, on the first 3-foot by 5-foot panel of what will eventually cover the whole wall, will be loops of foliage filled with birds, which are life symbols. This will be just the upper right-hand corner of the design. The wall is big, 15-foot by 15-foot, with some space taken off the bottom by the ramp. Eventually there will be a series of scenes illustrating the healing ministry of Christ, a full-length figure of Christ turning to look down the ramp and a text: Come to me, all you that labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me. For my yoke is easy and my burden light.
The job is likely to take some time, though not as long as it took to complete the tabernacle. You should see it up on the wall in a year’s time. And then there is another wall to go.
Revererend Raymond G. Helmick, SJ

Seminary Collection
The second collection at all the Masses next weekend, May 10/11, will be for the benefit of Saint John and Pope John XXIII Seminaries. Traditionally, this collection always takes place on the Feast of Pentecost. Our parishioners have always been very generous in support of these two seminaries, knowing as you do how important it is to provide the future priests of the Archdiocese of Boston with the best formation and education. We thank you for your customary generosity.

Massachusetts Citizens for Life Rose Drive
The MCFL will hold a Rose Drive after all the Masses next weekend, May 10/11. Your purchase of a rose for $1.00 will help the Mass Citizens for Life in all their good works to defend the unborn.

Peer Ministry Meeting
Our Next Peer Ministry Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. in Monsignor Donahue Hall to begin planning the Grade 8 Retreat Day. Your calendars are very full so the meeting is squeezed between exams, proms, Baccalaureate Masses, graduations, athletic games and work. It’s important you try to attend this meeting.

Moms, Pops, and Tots
Our final meeting will take place on Friday, May 16. We hope you and your friends will be able to join us in the School at 9:30 A.M. We look forward to seeing you again when we start up in the Fall and wish you a safe and relaxing summer!!

Memorial Day Cemetery Masses
In observance of Memorial Day, Masses will be celebrated at Mount Benedict Cemetery and Saint Joseph Cemetery at 10:00 A.M. , on Monday, May 26. There will be tents and seating at the Main Gates of both cemeteries. All are most welcome to attend.

Altar Servers~ ~ New and Veterans
Father Andreas Davison has taken responsibility for the training and supervision of our parish Altar Servers. He is away for the next two weeks. On three Thursdays, May 29, June 5, and June 12, he will meet with Saint Theresa School students for a review with our veteran servers and for training for new servers. Students in grade 4 and above are eligible to be Altar Servers. Please sign up with Mrs. Gibbons sometime between now and May 29.
Students in schools other than St. Theresa’s, who wish to be Altar Servers, should contact the rectory (617-325-1300) as soon as possible. Father Davison will have training meetings for these students in the Sacristy on the afternoons of the same three Thursdays, from 2:45 P.M. to 3:45 P.M. May 29, June 5, and June12.
I am very grateful to the Altar Servers for everything they do to enhance the celebration of mass and other liturgical services here at Saint Theresa’s. I am especially grateful to the high school and 7th and 8th grade servers who continue to serve Mass here, and there will be a special meeting with them to make sure we are all on the same page with any changes Father Davison may introduce. I know that Father Davison will build on the high level of reverent and devout Liturgical Celebrations here, and I know that the Altar Servers will enjoy working with him for the Honor and Glory of God. I am grateful to him for taking on this responsibility. He is very generous with his time, and he does all things well!

RCIA
The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is the official collection of rites of the Roman Catholic Church for initiation of adults and the reception of baptized candidates into the Church.
RCIA is a process rather than a program. It is a process of formation in prayer, information on the teachings of the Church, and transformation to personal conversion toward Jesus Christ. All of this is done within the context of a community of faith – the parish.
Participants in the RCIA are at different stages on their faith journey: some people have never been Baptized and desire to receive this sacrament, some were baptized in another faith tradition and wish to be received into the Catholic Church, some were baptized Catholic but have never received Confirmation and Eucharist.
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the RCIA, please call the Rectory and leave your name and telephone number. Catechetical sessions begin in the fall but people are encouraged to contact the rectory now for a preliminary meeting and information.

BIBLE STUDY—A HAPPIER LIFE
Would you like to get closer to the living Christ? Would you like to let the experiences of St. Peter and St. Paul help make your faith, and your Church stronger... and make you happier as well? Join fellow parishioners and Father Davison for a Bible Study of The Acts of the Apostles. Sessions are held on Wednesday evenings, for 45 minutes in the Pavilion (from 7:30 sharp until 8:15 sharp - we never go beyond 8:20 ). There is no need to enroll, or to attend every session. Come and go as you wish. A leader conducts each session. Individual comments, as part of group discussion, are limited to 1-2 minutes. The studies are scheduled as follows:

MAY   14 ACTS 20:1-38
            21 ACTS 21:1-40
            28 ACTS 22:1-30
JUNE     4 ACTS 23:1-35
            11 ACTS 24:1-27
            18 ACTS 25:1-27
            25 ACTS 26:1-32
ALL ARE MOST WELCOME TO ATTEND ANY SESSION.

Father William Lohan
Two weeks from today, May 25, our parishioner, William Lohan, the son of Mary and Tom Lohan of Dwinell Street, having been ordained a Priest by Cardinal O’Malley on Saturday, May 24, will celebrate his First Solemn Mass here, at Saint Theresa’s, at 12:00 Noon. You are all most welcome to Father Lohan’s First Mass, which will be another wonderful moment in the history of Saint Theresa’s Church, where vocations to the Priesthood still flourish. Please pray for him, in these final two weeks of preparations for his ordination. And, also, please continue to pray for an increase of vocations to the Priesthood and to religious life among the young people of Saint Theresa’s Parish.

The 2008 Boston Catholic Appeal is underway in Saint Theresa’s Parish. I am most grateful for the generous response of our parishioners as you show your support for the many good works and activities of the Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Boston.
Contribution and Pledges can be made in the mail or at the rectory or by dropping an Appeal Envelope into the regular offertory collection at mass. The Boston Catholic Appeal literature and envelopes are available at the doors of the Church and at the Rectory. Your contributions will help Cardinal O’Malley to do what he has been trying to do since he became the Archbishop of Boston in 2003: “Rebuild the Church here, in Boston .”
Reverend Monsignor William M. Helmick, Pastor

For weekly adult enrichment and reflection, please look at the Question of the Week section on our Scripture page. Daily Scripture Readings

To read the Mission Statement, Philosophy, Behavior Code and Curriculum outlines, click here Religious Education Page

DID YOU KNOW THAT…
The Archdiocese of Boston, through the Office of Religious Education, has partnered with the University of Dayton, a Catholic Marianist Institution, to provide online learning opportunities for interested adults. Courses are five weeks long, earn 2.5 credits, and are conducted throughout the year, in seven cycles. Registration is underway now for the next cycle of courses, which will run October 15-November 17. Cost to participants in the Archdiocese of Boston is $40.00, payable directly to UD. Courses include: Catholic Beliefs, Scripture, Ecclesiology, Social Justice, and Morality – just to name a few! Access to a computer with Internet connection is the only requirement. Participants do not have to be computer experts but should be comfortable using the computer. The VLCFF staff provides excellent support for those who are anxious about participating in an on-line course. To learn more, see the extensive list of courses, or sign up, check out the VLCFF web site: http://vlc.udayton.edu

Music and Song are more than an embellishment of worship; they are themselves part of the liturgical action. Solemn sacred music...is not therefore a kind of addition that frames the liturgy and makes it more pleasing but an important means of active participation in worship. Pope Benedict XVI; Alte Kapelle, Regensburg

Music Ministry
We warmly welcome new and returning members to our choir program. If you, your child, or someone you know, likes to sing, please consider participating in this richly rewarding ministry.

Parish Choir is open to adults and high school students. We sing a varied repertoire of liturgical music each Sunday at the 10:30 Mass. Rehearsals take place in the choir room on Wednesday nights from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. , resuming September 12.

Parish Cantors lead assembly song at all the parish liturgies. Please contact Dr. Bunbury rrbunbury@aol.com if you are interested in this ministry.

Choristers is open to students grades 5 through 9. (Students who have completed at least one year in Children's choir may join in grade 4). Rehearsals take place Wednesdays from 4- 5:15 in the choir room and will begin on September 19. The Choristers and Children's Choir sing at the 9:00 Mass once or twice a month from October through May. Please contact Mrs. Korniyasov sophia.raniuk@rcn.com for more information. Interested Choristers are eligible to become Cantors for the 9:00 Mass. Cantor class is on Wednesdays 3:30-4:00 .

Children's Choir is open to students grades 2 through 4. Rehearsals take place Wednesdays from 2:30 - 3:25 in the choir room and will begin on September 19. The Choristers and Children's Choir sing at the 9:00 Mass once or twice a month from October through May. Please contact Mrs. Korniyasov sophia.raniuk@rcn.com for more information.

REMINDER: CYO is open to all High School students, grades 9-12. Stop by the Rectory anytime to join!

CYO Suggestions? There's a Suggestion Box in the CYO Office in the Rectory. We want to see your ideas for CYO activities this year.

SMA FATHERS ANNUAL SPRING DANCE will take place at the Irish Social Club, 119 Park Street on Friday, May 16 at 7:30 P.M. Proceeds will be used to build schools, clinics, and churches in Africa . Tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased by calling Fr. Ulick Bourke at 781-326-3288; Frank &Cathy at 617-323-2800; Pat & Josie at 781-329-0530; or Kathleen at 781-329-0584. The Fintan Stanley Band will play.

MASS FOR LIFE, The annual series of monthly Pro-Life Masses has begun again at St. Mary's Chapel on the Boston College campus. Fr. Raymond Helmick, S.J., says these Masses on or near the 25th of each month from the Annunciation Day in March until the day after Christmas. With Easter so close, we didn't get a notice into the bulletin for last month's first Mass of this year's series, but we will have the Mass this coming Friday, May 25th, at 7:30 P.M. in St. Mary's Chapel, Boston College. All are welcome.

BLESSED JOHN XXIII NATIONAL SEMINARY is seeking men between the ages of 30 to 60 who love God and desire to be a shepherd among His people. If interested please call 781-899-5500 or e-mail seminary@blessedjohnxxiii.edu or visit their website at www.blessedjohnxxiii.edu

PROJECT RACHEL
The pain and sorrow of past abortions need not endure for a lifetime. Project Rachel is the post-abortion ministry of the Catholic Church to help those dealing with the pain of abortion. For a confidential referral to a priest and/or retreat opportunities, contact Project Rachel at 508-651-3100 or help@projectrachelboston.com. Trust in the tender mercy of God’s love.

An open invitation to all senior citizens:
BOSTON COLLEGE LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE is now accepting applications from any one in the greater Boston area who is interested in discussing his or her interest in a variety of subjects ranging from Current Events, Words & Music, The American Revolution, to B.C. Football for Rookies, Catholicism, the 2008 Presidential Election and several more offerings. The Institute is moving to 1280 Boylston St. (directly across from the Chestnut Hill Mall) in September. For information visit our website at www.bc.edu / alumni / friends / ilr or call Carol Naber, Program Director at 617-552-2950

the deutches altenheim german center holds two Support Groups for people who know someone living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. One group is for adult children and one is for spouses. The groups are held monthly at the Deutches Altenheim Nursing Home, 2222 Centre Street. For more information please call Susan O'Connell at 617-325- 1230 X 253 or Margaret Wright at 617-325- 1230 X 259.

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL CLOTHING BOX REQUESTS have been received relative to the nearest box in West Roxbury for clothing donations. There is a box on VFW Parkway at #1524 near the U-Haul store and the location is known as Cohen’s Mall.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: Saint John’s Parish has an ongoing Prayer Shawl Ministry group. They meet on the first and third Mondays of each month from 7-9:00 P.M. If anyone is interested in obtaining information or interested in joining, please call Kathy @781-326-6903.

FAULKNER HOSPITAL : If you have been thinking about enriching your life by making a difference in the lives of others, please consider joining the Volunteer Program at the Faulkner Hospital . Sample opportunities include assisting patients and visitors at the Information Desk, working with patients and staff in the Dana Farber/ Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center , searching on-line for health education materials using hospital library databases, working in the gift shop, or providing clerical or administrative support. For more information contact Susan Frost, Volunteer Services Coordinator at 617-983-7424 or email sbfrost@partners.org.

HEBREW REHABILITATION CENTER: is looking for volunteers to assist in many different departments, help provide nourishment by becoming a Meal Mate, escort residents in wheelchairs to activities, lead small group activities such as Bingo, board games, music, and art, or assist with exercise programs. Contact Jodie Portman in Volunteer Services at 617-363-8459 or portman@hrca.harvard.edu.

NEW ENGLAND BAPTIST HOSPITAL: is in need of volunteers. Opportunities exist in all areas of the hospital. Contact Lynn Stewart at lstewart1@caregroup,harvard.edu or 617-754- 5173.

MARIA FO MISSION CIRCLE OF HOLY NAME CHURCH: Women in the community meet each Wednesday morning to prepare medical supplies for shipment to third world countries through the auspices of Por Christo. We are in need of clean used sheets, mens’ shirts, towels, mattress padding, unused medical supplies (no medications). Yarn and sewing material is appreciated. For more information, please call Rita Casey at 617-325-7207.

REFLECTIONS ON THE PRIESTHOOD : On the Parish Web Page you will find some Reflections on the Priesthood which were prepared by Monsignor Helmick. Click here to read A Priest's Week

Registration
Registration continues for all grades for the school year 2008/2009. Registration will take place every Wednesday, beginning on February 27th, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. in the School. you may also call to make an appointment or for more information. (617-323-1050)

Thanks to all who contribute Box Tops and Shaw’s Receipts. Please continue to help us raise money for Saint Theresa’s School. We are still collecting the Hood Sox Tops for Kids bottle caps from the light block bottles only. Each cap is worth 5 cents. This program, sponsored by HP Hood and Red Sox Kid Nation allows schools to earn money.

• Tickets will be on sale in the Pavilion after the 4:00 P.M. Mass on Saturdays and after the 9:00 A.M. Mass on Sundays.

Second Prize~~ a Night at Jury’s Hotel in Boston and a $100.00 dinner at Abe & Louis

Prizes will be awarded at a Cocktail Party/Live Drawing on Saturday, May 17th Local 550 Sprinkler Fitters Union Hall
46 Rockland Street
West Roxbury
7:30 P.M. — 12 Midnight

Come out and enjoy Good Food and Good Music with Friends and Neighbors. A Great Night for a Great Cause.

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO SAINT THERESA SCHOOL PTA FOR TICKET INFORMATION, CALL LEE AT 617-593-0533

St. Theresa School Alums
Did you attend or graduate from Saint Theresa’s School? Then you will want to visit the updated school web page (www.rc.net/boston/st_theresa_school) and click on Alumni. Reconnect with classmates and see photos of various graduating classes. You may also want to make a donation to Saint Theresa's School to ensure that the fine education you received there will continue in the years to come, as we strive to maintain the excellent standards for which the school is noted.

Remember, our wonderful parish School has a web site too. Click to get news of all the great and exciting things going on in St. Theresa School. Click and find out more! St. Theresa School

Mass Times

FREE ministry to traveling Catholics. For nationwide Mass times and locations: Call 1-800-Masstimes (1-800-627-7846) or Internet www.Masstimes.org
Mass times Mission is to provide traveling Catholics with information on the times of worship services, as well as church location, telephone, and handicapped accessibility. Mass times received 110,000 in 1999. They receive a similar number of hits on their web site. This service is absolutely free to callers and parishes. Funded by Pauline Books and Media, www.pauline.org. Mass times operate under the Archdiocese of Miami, in partnership with the Catholic Communication Campaign of the U.S. Catholic Conference in Washington, D.C.

Saint Theresa Parish is among 22,000 parishes and missions in Mass times' database. The information is kept current by sending semi-annual reports to each parish and mission. They get updates directly from parishes via e-mail, fax, regular mail and the preferred method, updates are posted by the parish to our second website www.Masstimes.org/parish.

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Our parish school has long had an excellent Web site; be sure to visit it: St. Theresa School

All loving and gracious God,
we thank You for the Gift of Your Son,
Jesus Christ.
For two hundred years
we have journeyed together
as members of His Church
in the Archdiocese of Boston .
We have tried to live the Gospel message
in service to one another.
Continue to walk with us as we seek
to be receptive to Your grace
in Word and Sacrament.
Send us Your Spirit to enlighten our minds,
strengthen our wills and open our hearts.
By our witness may others know You.
Through the intercession
of Mary Immaculate,
may the Church in Boston
journey together in Christ
with courage, joy, peace.
AMEN.

www.jesuit.ie/prayer Daily Prayer Online (10 minute prayer experience as you sit at your computer. This, too, is a wonderful site, produced by the Irish Jesuits)

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This page was updated on May 9, 2008
The music on our web page this week is Come Holy Ghost

Every so often the wonders of technology are less than wonderful. DSL connections crash, phone lines fail, gremlins and grinches conspire to delay the weekly updating of this page. Our goal is to update by Saturday afternoon. Please understand when that deadline can't be met. We do try but sometimes circumstances arise that are beyond the control of mere mortals.

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Welcome! Pastor's Greeting	Sacraments Mass Schedule	Ministry schedule: Cantors; E.M. of the Eucharist (E.M. current schedule now available)	Directory: Parish Staff Telephone Office hours Directions
This Week's Note from Monsignor Helmick ---------- Parish News	Religious Education News and more	Around town: The Church beyond our parish ----- Volunteer Opportunities	Parish Music Notes -------- CYO News ------- Retirees
The Importance of Weekly Mass Life of our Patron, Saint Theresa of Avila	Citations for the Daily Scripture Readings and Question of the Week	Photo Album: our church our parish staff Note: for dial-up connections our photo album pages will take time to download (but it's worth the wait!)	For information about the Bicentennial click here:www.boston200.org Click here for the Bicentennial Prayer
Mass Times Mass schedules for traveling Catholics (link)	St. Theresa School	A Priest's Week	Links ~ interesting web sites.