St. Bartholomew Parish Bulletin
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6th SUNDAY of EASTER
May 5th, 2013
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| +THOUGHTS FOR SUNDAY’S
READINGS+ To paraphrase Groucho Marx, “I don’t want to be in a club that would let someone like me be a member.” But is the opposite usually the case? We don’t want to belong to any club that would have anyone different from us as a member. The Church is one group meant to have the welcome mat out for everyone, if it is living out its calling. Of course, membership in the Church has its requirements. Baptism brings us into a community of faith given expression in its creed, ritual practices, and governance. But our knowledge of what is essential has developed over the centuries. Thank God for the Holy Spirit who continues to guide us. Today we remember the direct connection between Jesus and the Spirit: “The Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in my name will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you.” The Holy Spirit continues to help us to “keep Jesus’ words” so that Jesus and the Father come to us and make their dwelling in us. The Holy Spirit is always at work to bring us into ever deeper communion with the Trinity. How have you experienced the Holy Spirit? MONTH OF OUR BLESSED MOTHER MARY-The month of May is traditionally dedicated throughout the Catholic world to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, as we honor and pay tribute to her in a special way. The daily recitation of the Rosary is indeed a fitting way to honor her during this month. Let us pray the Rosary for peace and for an end to the violence and terrorism throughout the world, and for the safe return of the men and women in our Armed Forces! All parishioners and friends are invited to attend our MAY CROWNING to be held on WEDNESDAY, MAY 22nd at 7:00 pm. Join with our parish societies in the recitation of the Rosary and crowning of our Blessed Mother. MOTHER’S DAY BLESSING—Blessed is the mother, who lets the Lord be her guiding hand—whose faith brings her family courage—whose wisdom comes from God—whose children stand and honor her. Masses on Mother’s Day, May 12th, will be celebrated for all our dear mothers, living and deceased. A Happy and Blessed Mother’s Day to All Our Dear Mothers! The CALENDAR RAFFLE is back!—Many have been asking…….The Holy Name Society will again sponsor a CALENDAR RAFFLE for the month of May. Tickets are $20.00 for 31 chances to win up to $1,325.00 in prizes! Purchase tickets at the Rectory Office or from Holy Name Society members. Be sure to get your tickets and participate! |
ASCENSION THURSDAY—MAY
9th—The Scriptures tell us that after His
Resurrection, Jesus continued to appear to His Apostles
and Disciples, as a living sign to God’s continuing
presence among them. On the 40th day after Easter, which
we observe on May 9th, He appeared to them for the last
time; and then they saw Him ascend into heaven. Jesus
commissioned them to spread the Gospel throughout the
world. However, before doing that, they were to await the
coming of the Holy Spirit. The disciples together with
Mary, spent the next nine days—the first
Novena—in prayer and meditation, preparing for the
coming of the Holy Spirit. +ASCENSION THURSDAY—MAY 9+ (Holyday of Obligation) Masses at 7:30 am & 7:00 pm As a Holyday of Obligation, all Catholics are obliged to attend Mass as on any Sunday of the year. 2013 ANNUAL PARISH REUNION—A sincere THANK YOU is extended to all the committee members for an enjoyable and very successful Parish Reunion Dinner Dance held on Saturday, April 20th. THANK YOU also to those who attended, and to all who offered contributions by participating in the General Raffle, Sweepstakes Drawing, Silent Auction, and placing an ad in the Souvenir Program Book. Congratulations to the Winners of the Raffles: $5,000.00 Sweepstakes—The Nardolillo Funeral Home $500.00 Raffle —Ann Barone $200.00 Raffle —Maria Mancini (IMO Giovanni Mancini) $100.00 Raffle —Paul Merola “By faith, the disciples formed the first community, gathered around the teaching of the apostles, in prayer, in celebration of the Eucharist, holding their possessions in common so as to meet the needs of the brethren.” |
6th SUNDAY of EASTER
May 5th, 2013
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MASSES FOR MAY 6—12 (Every Mass is offered for the faithful, living or dead. However, the following are specifically remembered this week.) Monday, May 6 7:30 am - Antonetta & Peter Gallo by family 7:00 pm - Mass in Spanish Tuesday, May 7 7:30 am - Michael Bellotti by Tuesday Morning Rosary Group 6:00 pm - Eucharistic Adoration 7:00 pm - Novena Devotions & Benediction Wednesday, May 8 7:30 am - For the Intentions of Parishioners Thursday, May 9—Holyday of Obligation 7:30 am - The Ascension of the Lord 7:00 pm - The Ascension of the Lord Friday, May 10 7:30 am - For A Special Intention Saturday, May 11 8:00 am - For the Intentions of Parishioners LORD’S DAY MASSES 5:00 pm - Collective Mass Michele & Ines Capuano by daughters Frank & Marion Cuiccio by daughters Adina & Eugene D’Alessandro by daughter Sandra Anna & Antonio Fantini by family Giovanni Mancini by wife Maria Rose Moretti by husband Teresa Valentino by family 6:30 pm - Mass in Spanish Sunday, May 12—Seventh Sunday of Easter 8:00 am - For Mother’s 9:30 am - Day 11:30 am - Intentions MEMORIALS FOR WEEK OF MAY 6: Sanctuary Candle: Deceased Mothers of our Parish Theresa Impagliazzo & Anna Cicione by Bob & Marie Altar Bread & Wine: Deceased Mothers of our Parish DIED IN CHRIST: Joseph Pyrek; Vincenza Tirocchi +FIRST HOLY COMMUNION+ Sunday, May 19th Congratulations and Best Wishes to the 24 young girls and boys of our parish who will receive the Lord Jesus in Holy Communion for the first time at the 11:30 am Mass on Sunday, May 19th. We pray for them and their families along their life-long journey to follow Christ. |
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Tuesday, May 7 Rosary & Chaplet of Divine Mercy after 7:30 am Mass 6:00 pm - Eucharistic Adoration 7:00 pm - Novena Devotions & Benediction Wednesday, May 8 7:30 pm Holy Name Society Meeting, RH Thursday, May 9—Holyday of Obligation 7:30 am & 7:00 pm - Masses (English) The Ascension of the Lord 10:15 am - Legion of Mary, RH Saturday, May 11 10:00 am - First Communion Class 1:00 pm - Baptism 4:15-4:45 pm - Confession Sunday, May 12 Second Collection: Church Repairs Fund +WEEKLY CHURCH SUPPORT+ “Everyone must give according to what he has inwardly decided—not sadly, not grudgingly, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Cor 9:7) Weekend of April 20—21 Envelopes & Loose Collection: $3,013.00 Second Collection: 972.00 Total Income: $3,985.00 ($5,000.00 needed for weekly parish expenses) +PARISH MAY EVENTS+ May 5 —Confirmation at the Cathedral—3:00 pm May 9 —Feast of the Ascension (Holyday) May 12 —Mother’s Day May 19 —First Holy Communion—11:30 am May 22 —Parish May Crowning—7:00 pm May 1-31—Calendar Raffle REMINDER—IT’S NOT TOO LATE to return your CATHOLIC CHARITY APPEAL envelope with your pledge or gift. If you have already made a gift or pledge this year, thank you for sharing all the gifts given to you. EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Saturday, May 11 5:00 pm Mary Anne Cullen Sunday, May 12 8:00 am Virginia Rand 11:30 am Rosanna Grillo LECTORS’ SCHEDULE Saturday, May 11 5:00 pm Phil Caliri Sunday, May 12 8:00 am Ray Funaro 11:30 am Peter Marinucci |
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