FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT – March 29, 2020
I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will never die. – John 11:25
ALL IN-CHURCH MASSES, SERVICES AND PARISH EVENTS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. HOWEVER, FATHER KILCOYNE WILL CELEBRATE THE HOLY SACRIFICE OF THE MASS ON SUNDAY; ALTERNATING CHURCHES EACH WEEK. THE RECORDED MASS WILL BE SENT TO YOU IN A SEPARATE PARISH MAIL BLAST.
The Camp Sunshine Clothing Drive runs April1 - May 15, 2020.
During our time of social distancing sorting through closets is a worthy pastime!
Your donations go to the Epilepsy Foundation which in turn donates $.20/pound to Camp Sunshine. This is a soft-goods only drive but it includes, tops, pants, jeans, shorts, ties, scarves, dresses, skirts, gowns, suits, sweaters, sweats, vests, blazers, tee shirts, pajamas, socks, tights, belts, coats, jackets, ski pants, mittens, gloves, hats, rain gear, bathing suits and anything else languishing in your closets. Shoes are acceptable too but please tie or band them as a pair. They will even accept stray mittens, gloves and socks. Hunt through your linen closet for extra blankets, sheets, towels, curtains, etc. Knitters can donate partial skeins of yarn and fabric remnants are accepted.
APPLICATIONS FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS can be found on the parish web site and in the back of both churches. Completed applications are due by April 30th. Any graduating high school senior in the parish may apply. NOTE: This year, because of the school situation, the guidance counselor’s signature on the application is waived; the counselor’s printed name is still required.
The Baccalaureate Mass & Reception celebration for seniors and their families is still currently scheduled for Saturday, May 20 at 5 p.m. Look for updates in the email blasts and Bulletin Briefs on the status of this event. You may also contact Jean Walsh at 978-456-8056 or jeanwalsh@charter.net for evolving information.
NEW AMERICAN FAMILY NEWS - Desperately seeking Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
I've received permission to continue to tutor Chance, our 14 yr. old New American, via phone. I had been reading this Harry Potter work to her while she followed along in an illustrated version from our library, that is no longer available. Now I've sent her a well-used paperback copy she can follow but want to send another copy so her sister Penina can also read along. Do you have a copy you are willing to pass on? Paperback is less expensive to mail, but a hardbound copy would be fine. Call or text me at 508-340-0964. Many thanks. Sharon Shepela
PRAY – FAST – GIVE (Perhaps now more than ever)
+ Fast from SELFISHNESS and be COMPASSIONATE to others.
+ Fast from WORDS and be SILENT so you can listen.
+ GIVE HELP; GIVE UP selfishness
+ GIVE time to GOD; GIVE UP what keeps you from God
Although the parish office is closed to the public all phone messages and emails are monitored daily. Be safe. Be well. God Bless.
SUPPORT GROUP
Alcoholics Anonymous
Happy - Joyous - Free
Weekly Meeting Saturday at 9:00 A.M.Deacon Hall - St. Theresa Church, Harvard
CHECK OUT OUR PARISH MONTHLY BULLETIN
YOU CAN VIEW THE PARISH BULLETIN BY CLICKING ON THE LINK ON THE WEB SITE HOME PAGE.
I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will never die. – John 11:25
ALL IN-CHURCH MASSES, SERVICES AND PARISH EVENTS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. HOWEVER, FATHER KILCOYNE WILL CELEBRATE THE HOLY SACRIFICE OF THE MASS ON SUNDAY; ALTERNATING CHURCHES EACH WEEK. THE RECORDED MASS WILL BE SENT TO YOU IN A SEPARATE PARISH MAIL BLAST.
The Camp Sunshine Clothing Drive runs April1 - May 15, 2020.
During our time of social distancing sorting through closets is a worthy pastime!
Your donations go to the Epilepsy Foundation which in turn donates $.20/pound to Camp Sunshine. This is a soft-goods only drive but it includes, tops, pants, jeans, shorts, ties, scarves, dresses, skirts, gowns, suits, sweaters, sweats, vests, blazers, tee shirts, pajamas, socks, tights, belts, coats, jackets, ski pants, mittens, gloves, hats, rain gear, bathing suits and anything else languishing in your closets. Shoes are acceptable too but please tie or band them as a pair. They will even accept stray mittens, gloves and socks. Hunt through your linen closet for extra blankets, sheets, towels, curtains, etc. Knitters can donate partial skeins of yarn and fabric remnants are accepted.
APPLICATIONS FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS can be found on the parish web site and in the back of both churches. Completed applications are due by April 30th. Any graduating high school senior in the parish may apply. NOTE: This year, because of the school situation, the guidance counselor’s signature on the application is waived; the counselor’s printed name is still required.
The Baccalaureate Mass & Reception celebration for seniors and their families is still currently scheduled for Saturday, May 20 at 5 p.m. Look for updates in the email blasts and Bulletin Briefs on the status of this event. You may also contact Jean Walsh at 978-456-8056 or jeanwalsh@charter.net for evolving information.
NEW AMERICAN FAMILY NEWS - Desperately seeking Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
I've received permission to continue to tutor Chance, our 14 yr. old New American, via phone. I had been reading this Harry Potter work to her while she followed along in an illustrated version from our library, that is no longer available. Now I've sent her a well-used paperback copy she can follow but want to send another copy so her sister Penina can also read along. Do you have a copy you are willing to pass on? Paperback is less expensive to mail, but a hardbound copy would be fine. Call or text me at 508-340-0964. Many thanks. Sharon Shepela
PRAY – FAST – GIVE (Perhaps now more than ever)
+ Fast from SELFISHNESS and be COMPASSIONATE to others.
+ Fast from WORDS and be SILENT so you can listen.
+ GIVE HELP; GIVE UP selfishness
+ GIVE time to GOD; GIVE UP what keeps you from God
Although the parish office is closed to the public all phone messages and emails are monitored daily. Be safe. Be well. God Bless.
SUPPORT GROUP
Alcoholics Anonymous
Happy - Joyous - Free
Weekly Meeting Saturday at 9:00 A.M.Deacon Hall - St. Theresa Church, Harvard
CHECK OUT OUR PARISH MONTHLY BULLETIN
YOU CAN VIEW THE PARISH BULLETIN BY CLICKING ON THE LINK ON THE WEB SITE HOME PAGE.