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23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 7th, 2008
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+THOUGHTS FOR TODAY’S GOSPEL +
“You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” This great commandment, the heart of Saint Paul’s Letter to the Romans today, continues to direct us on the path to discipleship, a path paved by God’s sacred word over the last several weeks. We do not have to look very far to see that this commandment simply has not taken root in our world. Too many die by violence; too many relationships are fractured; too often war is the norm rather than the exception. What are we called to do? First, we can heed this commandment in our own marriage and family relationships. Second, we can acknowledge the truth of the final line of today’s Gospel: “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them.” Let us welcome Christ in this place and look to him to be our strength as we strive to live the great commandment of love.

FEAST FINANCIAL REPORT MEETING
Tuesday, September 9
7:00 pm
— Parish Hall —
All Parish Feast Volunteers invited! Refreshments will be served and a full financial report of this year’s Feast & Festival will be presented to all!

+CCD RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES+
Religion classes will begin in our parish on Saturday, September 27th for Grades 1-8 at 10:00 am in school.
FINAL REGISTRATION
Saturday—September 13th
9:30 am to 12:00 Noon.
—Registration fee is $$40.00 per child—
(If registering a child for the very first time, then a copy of the child’s Baptism certificate is needed.)

FEAST RAFFLE WINNERS—The lucky winner in the raffle of the 2008 KIA Rio Automobile was Nancy Gelinas of Woonsocket. Winner of the Booster-Share raffle was Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. DiMaio of Providence. Our thanks to those who contributed to the success of both these raffles!

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS— Known as the RCIA—Join us for an Evening of Inquiry on Thursday, September 25th, 7:00 pm in the rectory meeting hall. Call Rosanna at 944-4466 or 419-4242.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is an ongoing process of individual faith development for those interested in becoming Catholic or for baptized adults who have not received the sacraments of Eucharist or Confirmation.
+FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK+
My thanks to all you hard working and dedicated volunteers at our Parish Feast! Your love and loyalty to your parish was shone in a tangible way by all the time and effort you put in to make our annual Parish Feast & Festival once again a huge success! This was indeed STEWARDSHIP in action! I am most grateful to you!
On August 27th a meeting was held with 14 in attendance for our Stewardship Committee meeting. We were treated to an excellent presentation by a member of a parish in Cumberland which is an outstanding “Stewardship Parish” where many there give generously of their time, talent and treasure to their parish.
We heard of how parishioners offer a few hours weekly or monthly or when needed of their time and know-how for the benefit of their parish, such as electrical work, gardening, or being just a handy person, or being active in one or another parish organization. We heard of parishioners giving 5% of their income to the weekly collection and other charities.
This is not to say that some of that does not take place in our parish; for it certainly does and is shown by some. However, we would like to see many more of you offer more of your time, talent and money for our parish (for it really is your parish not mine….) To those of you who are doing that: THANKS! THANKS! May many more imitate your generosity!
Have a pleasant week and God bless you!
FATHER ALFRED

CONFIRMATON REGISTRATION I & II
Sundays of October 5th & 12th
Church Hall after all Masses
(Candidate and at least one parent must attend for registration to be accepted for classes)
First Year Candidates—must be at least in grade 9 and have received Sacraments of Baptism, Penance and Holy Eucharist. Baptism certificate and $40.00 registration fee required.
Second Year Candidates—who have successfully completed Confirmation I classes require a registration fee of $40.00.
CLASSES BEGIN OCTOBER 19—10:00 am
Rectory Meeting Rooms
with participation in the Rosary and 11:30 am Mass following class

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 7th, 2008
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MASSES FOR SEPTEMBER 8-14
(Every Mass is offered for the faithful, living or dead. However, the following are specifically remembered this week.)

Monday, September 8—Feast of Birth of Blessed Virgin Mary
7:30 am - Salvatore Ciccone by wife

Tuesday, September 9—St. Peter Claver, Priest
7:30 am - Elena D’Orsi by Bob & Anna Crossley

Wednesday, September 10
7:30 am - For the Intention of Parishioners

Thursday, September 11
7:30 am - Philip & Anita Casacalenda by children

Friday, September 12—Most Holy Name of Mary
7:30 am - Father Peter Gorret, C.S. by Father Almagno

Saturday, September 13—St. John Chrysostom, Bishop
8:00 am - Raymond Sabetta by Mary Anne Cullen

LORD’ S DAY MASSES
5:00 pm - Collective Mass
Father Francesco Scapolo, C.S.
Father Luigi Tacconi, C.S.
Mary Bucci
Mary Grace DelToro by children & grandchildren
Giovanni Mancini by wife
Sunday, September 14-Feast of Exaltation of the Holy Cross
8:00 am - Maria Annina & Antonio Marinucci by family
9:30 am - Mass in Spanish
11:30 am - Collective Mass
Barnardina DeAngelis
Josephine DiMaria by Virginia Rand
Evelyn DiNucci by family
Deceased of Holy Name Society
Maria, Santo & Vincent Morabito by Virginia Rand
Biagio Petreccia by Esther & Paul Yacovone

MEMORIALS FOR WEEK OF September 8:
Sanctuary Candle: IMO Father Peter Gorret, C.S.

DIED IN CHRIST: Joseph Pescatore

BAPTIZED IN CHRIST: Jaimelyn Yoselin Bernard—Jose Erik Carpio Garcia—Joel Martinez—Saul Enrique Arson Perez—Danitza Ramos—Erickson Ramos—Keily Nava Sabino—Kelvin Nava Sabino—Brian Izaiah Suarez—Jailianna Taveras

MYTH & FACTS ABOUT IMMIGRANTS—It is said that “Most immigrants cross the border illegally.”
Answer: Department of Homeland Security source states: Around 75% of today’s immigrants have legal permanent (immigrant) visas; of the 25% that are undocumented, 40% overstayed temporary (non-immigrant) visas.

GENEROSITY IS RELATIVE—For $20.00 from one person is very generous, from another, a mere pittance. When it comes to church support, therefore, that’s why we are asked not for equal giving, but for equal sacrifice! Only the giving individual—and God—can judge when there is sacrifice. STEWARDSHIP takes all of us into account. The church doesn’t just need to receive money….you need to be generous!

+SURVEY ON A PARISH LATIN MASS+
_____ YES—I am in favor of a Parish Latin Mass:
_____ Periodically (yearly)
_____ One Sunday per month
_____ One Weekday per week
_____ Seldom, if ever
_____ Parish Envelope Number
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Monday, September 8
7:30 pm - Ladies Guild Board Meeting, RH

Tuesday, September 9—Eucharistic Day
(Church is open from 12:00 Noon to 7:00 pm)
Rosary & Chaplet of Divine Mercy after 7:30 am Mass
7:00 pm - Novena Devotions & Benediction

Wednesday, September 10
7:00 pm - Spanish Baptism Class
7:30 pm - Holy Name Society Meeting, RH

Thursday, September 11
10:00 am - Legion of Mary, RH
7:30 pm - Adult Choir Rehearsal, Church

Friday, September 12
7:00 pm - Youth Group Begins

Saturday, September 13
9:30 am - 12:00 pm - CCD Registration Grades 1-8, School
4:15-4:45 pm - Confessions

Sunday, September 14
Second Collection: Catholic University of America

+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 August 23-24)
Envelopes & Loose Collection: $3,975.00
Second Collection: St. Bartholomew Feast $1,980.00
($5,000.00 Needed for weekly parish expenses)

PARISH HOLIDAY BAZAAR—Clothing donations are being accepted for our November Bazaar, now that children are returning to school. For any questions or drop off time, call Gloria Saritelli (942-8974).

+UPCOMING PARISH EVENTS+
September 21 —Trip to “Wine Country”
November 1 & 2—ANNUAL PARISH BAZAAR
November 21 —Parish Turkey Trot

THE RHODE ISLAND MEN OF SAINT JOSEPH—invite men and all ages to join in the 10th annual Catholic Men’s Conference, Saturday, October 4 at the Cathedral in Providence. Nationally known keynote speaker, Deacon Alex Jones of Detroit, will present this year’s theme, “Go Make Disciples.” Bishop Thomas Tobin will celebrate our midday liturgy. You may register online at www.rimosj.org or call 821-9228 and a flyer will be mailed to you.

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION
Saturday, September 13
5:00 pm Doug Weinzierl, Sandra Weinzierl
Sunday, September 14
8:00 am Ann Nunes, Charles Beaune
11:30 am Sister Caroline, Sister Frederica

LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, September 13
5:00 pm Judy Turini
Sunday, September 14
8:00 am Petrina Lauro
11:30 am Rosanna Grillo

ALTAR SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, September 13
5:00 pm Brittany Reale, Victoria Brynes, Phil DePasquale
Sunday, September 14
8:00 am Joe Carreau
11:30 am Diumila Almonte, Aldrin Munoz, Marven Beauvais

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