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This week at MQOA:
• Pg. 3 Today’s Mass readings and prayers • Pg. 4 Engaged? Congratulations! • Pg. 5 Alpha returns in January • Pg. 4 Ministries for children, youth at MQOA
WELCOME
We are a new
parish, established
in August of 2017,
comprised of
St. James and
Immaculate
Conception churches.
We work together to
invite all people to a
deeper relationship
with Jesus through
our liturgies and
opportunities to learn
and to serve one
another.
JANUARY 13, 2019
www.salemcatholiccommunity.org
978-745-9060 [email protected]
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A MESSAGE FROM FR. MURRAY
The Christmas season is now ending, and so we move on to the ordinary work of learning about, growing into, and looking for opportunities to evangelize (send) the Gospel message to others. One way we move from season to season is through colors and decorations of the church. We move from the white and gold of celebration at Christmas time to Ordinary Time’s color of green, as we settle in for a few weeks before Lent and its color of penitent purple. Before we turn to Ordinary Time, though, we have one last gasp of Christmas revelry. We closed off this season with two important events. One was last week in which the Latino community celebrated “Little Christmas” by inviting children from around the area to the basement of Immaculate Conception for a big party. Pizza and soda were served to parents and families, and gifts were presented in celebration and imitation of the Magi in last week’s Gospel. They truly “went home by another way” with big smiles and appreciative hugs for the organizers of the program, including our own Lucy Corchado. This was truly a church and city event, as members of the city council, Representative Tucker, and many parishioners came together to sponsor this event. Even as we are taking down the Christmas decorations, it is still a time of extraordinary generosity. The other big event is this weekend, as we pause to say thank you to all the volunteer ministers in the parish. We say thanks to those who have worked in all the different ministries, from bingo workers to parking lot volunteers, some who work seasonally and some who work every week. Each person is called through their baptism to serve according to their gifts and talents. The Latino community also will be joining us for this humble celebration. At our parish, there are people who are involved in a number of ministries and some who are part of only one. It is not the number of hours one gives, it is the passion one brings that we hope to see and share. Next year, I hope we'll need to move our "thank you" event to a bigger venue because of the growing number of people who are part of existing and new ministries in the parish. Thanks again for all you do to make this parish great. Through the intercession of Mary, may you be blessed through your life and ministry. Peace, Father Murray Building news: This past week, we had a new roof put on the garage at IC. While the roofers were there, they saw a squirrel enter the church through the roof line. That led to an investigation and the discovery of the need for new fascia board and gutters (and an eviction notice for the squirrels). Fixing this problem has helped to raise the temperature in the chapel and back foyer, as all that cold air can now stay outside. Next up is new insulation for the chapel. Over Christmas and into the new year, there were several steam leaks in the rectory that have been now been repaired. (My skin was looking good there for a while.) Makes me wish I’d paid better attention in those heating and AC classes at seminary!
ST. JAMES CHURCH 156 FEDERAL ST. SALEM MA 01970 CONFERENCE RM: 158 FEDERAL ST. REAR HALL: ENTER FROM REAR PARKING LOT
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH 15 HAWTHORNE BLVD. SALEM MA 01970
RECTORY: 30 UNION ST.
PARISH OFFICES 158 FEDERAL ST. SALEM MA 01970
978-745-9060 M-F 9:30AM-3:00PM
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UN MENSAJE DEL PADRE MURRAY
La temporada navideña está terminando, y así nos trasladamos al trabajo ordinario de aprender, crecer y buscar oportunidades para evangelizar (enviar) el mensaje evangélico a los demás. Una manera de pasar de temporada en temporada es a través de colores y decoraciones de la iglesia. Nos movemos del blanco y del oro de la celebración en la época de Navidad al color del tiempo ordinario del verde, mientras que instalamos adentro por algunas semanas antes de Cuaresma y de su color del púrpura penitente. Sin embargo, antes de recurrir al tiempo ordinario, tenemos un último suspiro de juerga de Navidad.
Cerramos esta temporada con dos eventos importantes. Una fue la semana pasada en la que la comunidad Latina celebró la "pequeña Navidad" invitando a los niños de todo el área al sótano de la Inmaculada Concepción para una gran fiesta. La pizza y la soda se sirvieron a los padres y las familias, y los regalos se presentaron en la celebración y la imitación de los magos en el Evangelio de la semana pasada. Realmente "se fueron a casa de otra manera" con grandes sonrisas y abrazos apreciativos para los organizadores del programa, incluyendo nuestra propia Lucy Corchado. Esto fue verdaderamente una iglesia y evento de la ciudad, como miembros del Concejo Municipal, el representante Tucker, y muchos feligreses se reunieron para patrocinar este evento. Aun cuando estamos derribando las decoraciones navideñas, todavía es un tiempo de extraordinaria generosidad.
El otro gran evento es este fin de semana, mientras nos detenemos a dar las gracias a todos los ministros voluntarios en la parroquia. Decimos gracias a los que han trabajado en todos los ministerios diferentes, desde los trabajadores del bingo hasta los voluntarios de estacionamiento, algunos que trabajan estacionalmente y algunos que trabajan cada semana. Cada persona es llamada a través de su bautismo para servir de acuerdo a sus dones y talentos. La comunidad Latina también se unirá a nosotros para esta humilde celebración. En nuestra parroquia, hay personas que están involucradas en una serie de ministerios y algunos que son parte de uno solo. No es el número de horas que uno da, es la pasión que uno trae que esperamos ver y compartir. El próximo año, espero que tengamos que mover nuestro evento de agradecimiento a un lugar más grande debido al creciente número de personas que forman parte de los ministerios existentes y nuevos en la parroquia.
Gracias de nuevo por todo lo que haces para que esta parroquia grande. A través de la intercesión de María, que sean bendecidos a través de su vida y Ministerio.
Paz, padre Murray
Noticias de la construcción: esta semana pasada, teníamos un nuevo techo puesto en el garaje en el IC. Mientras los techadores estaban allí, vieron a una ardilla entrar en la iglesia a través de la línea del tejado. Eso condujo a una investigación y al descubrimiento de la necesidad de nuevo tablero y canalones de la fascia (y un aviso de desalojo para las ardillas). Arreglar este problema ha ayudado a elevar la temperatura en la capilla y el vestíbulo trasero, ya que todo ese aire frío ahora puede permanecer fuera. El siguiente es un nuevo aislante para la capilla. Durante la Navidad y en el nuevo año, hubo varias fugas de vapor en la rectoría que ahora han sido reparadas. (Mi piel se ve bien allí por un tiempo.) Me hace desear que había prestado mejor atención en las clases de calefacción y AC en seminario!
TODAY’S MASS READINGS:
The readings for the Masses of the Baptism of the Lord
in year C can be found starting at number 879 in
the Journeysongs book. The prayers for the Mass are found
starting at number 140 (grey section).
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CHILDREN’S
PROGRAMS AT
MQOA
Wondrous Stories, our Children’s Liturgy of the
Word, is offered as ongoing faith formation (in
the place of CCD) for children up to 6th grade.
Offered during our 10:30 AM family-friendly
Mass at St. James church, kids gather in the
parish hall (while their parents enjoy the
readings and homilies at Mass) to learn about
the Gospel and our Church. Kids love it, and
parents love it. Parents are welcome to
attend with their kids anytime. Call or email
our parish office any time for more
information. 978-745-9060
WEDDINGS AT MQOA
At Mary, Queen of the Apostles Parish, the sacrament of marriage is a sign of God’s invitation to unimaginable intimacy with Him and one another. If you are an engaged couple and want to get married at Immaculate Conception or Saint James Church, please contact our pastor, Father Bob Murray: [email protected] to set a date as soon as possible. Father Murray will also connect you to our marriage ministers, Martin and Stacey Walsh: [email protected] who will help you with marriage preparation and wedding coordination. Please Note: Weddings are scheduled at least nine months to one year in advance.
YOUTH GROUP Join us for youth group, held at Immaculate Conception lower church hall every Friday evening, from 5:30-7:30, Open to English- and Spanish- speaking middle and high school students. There’s great food, fun, and faith-filled friendships. Email Angela Quintin at [email protected] for more information.
MQOA E-NEWSLETTER You can be among the first to hear all the news and updates from Mary, Queen of the Apostles Parish. It’s so easy! Email us to be added to the mailing list: [email protected]
Remember: If schools are closed in Salem,
Mass will not be offered and our parish offices
will be closed. Stay home, check on your
neighbors, and be safe!
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS ― THANK YOU Thank you to everyone who donated toward
our Christmas flowers and decorations in both
churches. Many
donated in memory or
in honor of a loved
one, and the combined
tributes made our
worship spaces
glorious and beautiful.
We thank you for your
generosity!
Stay up to date with our
Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/MQOASalem
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ALPHA RETURNS IN JANUARY
Does Christmas have you wondering… is there more to life than this? Is there a God? Can I have faith? Treat yourself to an opportunity to ask all these questions and more… at Alpha. Alpha is a series of dinner meetings with conversation about the big questions in life. You can bring your doubts, discouragement, curiosity, and questions to the table and enjoy deep, honest, and judgment-free conversations with other adults. The food is amazing, the people are warm and welcoming, and everything is free. AN MQOA ALPHA GUEST SAYS: “...our group had a profoundly positive experience here...the sharing, the questions, the funny stories and the painful moments too, all make Alpha a wonderful experience of the Church at its very best!”
Learn more at our website: www.salemcatholiccommunity.org/alpha
Join us for a “Come and See” night on Thursday, January 31 at 7:00 PM at St. James church hall,
OR Try our “Come and See” gathering on Tuesday, January 29 at
10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception church hall.
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YOUR GENEROUS GIVING THIS WEEK AT MQOA
MONDAY, JANUARY 14 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception chapel 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 9:00 AM Holy Day Mass at Immaculate Conception 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room 7:00 PM La Misa en español ― IC WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception chapel 6:30 PM Bingo ― St. James church hall THURSDAY, JANUARY 17 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception Memorial: Anna Nguyen T. Su 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception chapel 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room 6:00 PM Youth Group at Immaculate Conception SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 5:00 AM Hispanic Intercessory Prayer Group ― IC 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room 3:00 PM Confessions at Immaculate Conception chapel 4:00 PM Mass at Immaculate Conception SUNDAY, JANUARY 20 7:30 AM Mass at St. James Church Memorial: Deceased members of the Eastman and Kosinski families 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception Church Memorial: Stephen C. Ingemi 10:30 AM Mass at St. James Church - with Wondrous Stories Memorial: Deceased members of the LaVecchio family 12:00 PM Mass at Immaculate Conception Church ― en español. Memorial: Anastacio Mendez 6:30 PM Mass at Immaculate Conception Church
ONLINE GIVING
If you’ve never given online, now is a great time to start! Giving online helps you manage your budget, give more intentionally, and avoid the need to remember to bring cash to Mass. It helps your parish by giving a dependable donation income weekly or monthly. It’s easy to sign up today: www.tinyurl.com/MQOAchurchgiving
January 5-6, 2019 Collection: $5,841.50 Online: $631.74 Mailed: $876.00 Total: $7,349.24 PLEASE REMEMBER TO WRITE YOUR CHECKS TO “MARY, QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES PARISH.” Mary, Queen of the Apostles Parish relies on the weekly offertory and other donations to serve God and God’s people. By giving $10 or $20 in our weekly collection, you help make Masses more beautiful, minis-tries more personal, service to the poor more possible, and opportunities to grow in faith more plentiful. Thank you for your financial and prayerful support.
To request a Mass in honor or in memory of a
loved one, please call the parish offices
at 978-745-9060, or email
COMING SOON TO MQOA We are working on a new
website for MQOA in 2019.
Stay tuned for a new web
address and email
addresses for the parish,
and plan to visit and keep
in touch often!
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MASS MINISTER SCHEDULEs
PLEASE CHECK IN Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Altar servers, please check in in the sacristy when you arrive to serve for Mass. There’s a log book in each of our churches. Also, please come early and greet our guests at the church doors before Mass. Thanks!
JOIN A MINISTRY Our goal is to invite all into ministry as God is calling you. We hope to have enough to have each person serve only once a month. If you’d like to be trained as a Greeter, Altar Server (adults and young people), Lector (reader), Eucharistic Minister, or Sacristan, please speak to Fr. Murray or Margo Morin ― or email us at [email protected]
STEP RIGHT UP If you are trained as a liturgical minister and see that there is a need of help on a Mass where you are not scheduled to serve, please step up to help. Eucharistic Ministers are especially needed at Saturday’s 4:00 Mass.
SATURDAY, Jan. 19 4:00 PM SJ Greeters: John Wilkinson Lectors: Paula Keene Eucharistic Ministers: Richard Poisson Joe Carmody SUNDAY, Jan. 20 7:30 AM SJ Greeters: Beth Griffin Lectors: Patrick Dooley Eucharistic Ministers: Dana Dooley Judy Quinlivan 9:00 AM IC Greeters: Victoria Jackson *greeters needed Altar Servers: Lectors: Diane Curran Eucharistic Ministers: Susan Sirois Joe Szymanski Mark Carmody 10:30 AM SJ Greeters: David DeVoe *greeters needed Altar Servers: Ryker Taguiam Azriel Taguiam Lectors: Karen Pelletier Eucharistic Ministers: Aida Oquiendo-Nieves Betty Richard Anne DeVoe David DeVoe 6:30 PM IC Lectors: Millie Bergeron
SATURDAY, Jan. 5 4:00 PM SJ Greeters: John Wilkinson Lectors: James Fouhey Eucharistic Ministers: Joe Carmody Nancy Roney SUNDAY, Jan. 6 7:30 AM SJ Greeters: Beth Griffin Lectors: Sean Leonard Eucharistic Ministers: Susan Laperchia Judy Quinlivan 9:00 AM IC Greeters: Ted Kobialka *greeters needed Altar Servers: Lectors: Marie Brescia Eucharistic Ministers: Philip Moran Darlene Willnow David Arias 10:30 AM SJ Greeters: David DeVoe *greeters needed Altar Servers: Stephen Szpak Aisling Hinchey Clay Wolfe Lectors: St. Yvette Beauregard Eucharistic Ministers: Steve Costello Mary Ellen Abodeely Philip Abodeely Betty Richard 6:30 PM IC Lectors: Stacey Walsh
SATURDAY, Jan. 12 4:00 PM SJ Greeters: LizBorkowski Lectors: Marie Goreham Eucharistic Ministers: Richard Poisson Jack Murtagh SUNDAY, Jan. 13 7:30 AM SJ Greeters: *greeters needed Lectors: Mary Plue Eucharistic Ministers: Beth Griffin Maryann Morrissey 9:00 AM IC Greeters: Carol Collins *greeters needed Altar Servers: Lectors: Jerry Collins Eucharistic Ministers: Jo-Ann Gates David Henry Beverly Horowitz 10:30 AM SJ Greeters: Karen Pelletier *greeters needed Altar Servers: Lindth Valsote Lour Drick Valsote Lindell Valsote Lectors: Eileen Luddy Eucharistic Ministers: Patrice Bergevin Glenn Bergevin Diane Lewandowski Claudia Nicgorski 6:30 PM IC Lectors: Mary Lou Britton
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