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Baptism

Instruction is required for all parents seeking

baptism of their child. Please contact the Rectory.

Care of the Sick

Please advise us of parishioners who are sick that

we may keep them in prayer. We would also like

to bring the Eucharist to those who cannot

celebrate Mass with us in church.

Confidential Prayer Line

To add intentions call Ellen Calamari at 978-660-

3818 or the Rectory at 978-464-2871.

Marriage

Interviews, instruction and Pre-Cana are required.

Please contact the Rectory at least one year in

advance.

Programs

- Adult Bible Study

Please contact the Rectory for class schedule.

- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

Wednesdays at 8:00 pm in the Parish Hall.

- Reconciliation/Confession

Saturday -4:00-4:30 pm at the church or by appointment.

MEETINGS

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Development Committee

978-464-2871

Finance Council

Chairperson: Gerald Gates (978) 464-5636

Education Committee

(978) 464-2871

Liturgical Committee

(978) 464-2871

Evangelization & Outreach Committee

(978) 464-2871

SCHEDULE/MASSES

Mon—Wed, Friday. ..................... 8:30 am

Saturday ..................................... 4:30 pm

Sunday ........................... 8:30 & 10:30 am

Holy Days/Feast Day 8:30 am & 7:00 pm

Your talents are welcome. We encourage you to call a ministry chairperson to find out more about our on-going programs.

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Rev. H. Edward Chalmers, Pastor

STAFF Parish Secretary, Paula Greeley Religious Education Coordinator, Sharon Bushway

Saturday, December 28th 4:00-4:30 PM Confessions 4:30 PM Unrequested Sunday, December 29th 8:30 AM For the Parish and its Parishioners 10:30 AM Unrequested Monday, December 30th 8:30 AM Unrequested Tuesday, December 31st 8:30 AM For the Intentions on our Prayer Line

and in our Prayer Intention Book Wednesday, January 1st New Year’s Day 8:30 AM New Year’s Day Mass 7:00 PM New Year’s Day Mass Friday, January 3rd 8:30 AM For the Holy Souls Saturday, January 4th 4:00-4:30 PM Confessions 4:30 PM Unrequested Sunday, January 5th 8:30 AM Unrequested 10:30 AM For the Parish and its Parishioners

The Holy Family December 29, 2019

Dear Friends, I hope that everyone had a blessed and joyful Christmas. May we always treasure our celebration of the Lord’s birth. May the peace and love of Jesus help us to be servants and disciples of our Savior. For the Christian believer. The incarnation when “the Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us” (John 1:14), gives real meaning to our lives. In faith, hope, and love, let us courageously reject sin and evil, humbly and graciously preparing our souls for Jesus. Many thanks to all of those who donated gifts to the “Giving Tree” Program; to Sheila and George Burnham, to Dave and Terry Cote, and to Andre and Megan Therriault, who organized and delivered the gifts. Your effort is most appreciated. Also, thanks to Bob and Kathy Packard and Sue Kemp and their helpers for the beautiful flower arrangements, and to Paul Kempskie for preparing the Church. Also, many thanks to Denis and Priscilla Coughlin and their choirs for the beautiful music during the Christmas celebrations. Finally, thanks to those who donate to the Food Pantry and deliver the food to St. Joan of Arc Parish; and to those who coordinate and take part in the Veterans’ dinner each month. Today, we honor Jesus, Mary, and Joseph with the liturgical celebration of the Holy Family. May we constantly reflect upon the sanctity of the Holy Family. May we constantly reflect upon the sanctity of the Holy Family. Mary and Joseph protected Jesus as He prepared to offer Himself for the salvation of humanity. In a similar way, they protect us by interceding for us before the throne of God. May Our Lady and St. Joseph keep us safe from evil and spiritually lead us to Jesus. Fr. Ed

Prince of Peace Legacy of Hope Update:

Thanks to the generosity of 39 families, our parish is only $24,077

away from reaching our goal of $189,627. If you have not yet had the chance to pledge to this very important campaign, please consider doing so as soon as possible. Thank you.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

HOME STUDY:

The students in our Home Study Program will meet for class next Saturday, January 4th, from 10 am to 12 pm. JR/SR HIGH PROGRAM:

Classes for students in our Jr/Sr High Program will resume on Monday, January 27th, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.

FINANCE REPORT Due to the printing schedule for the holidays, the finance report for the weekend of December 21-22 will appear in an upcoming bulletin.

PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY Join Blessed Sacrament Church, 551 Pleasant St., Worcester, for an Ecumenical Celebration for the Word of God during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity on Sunday, January 19th at 2 pm. “They showed us unusual kindness” (Acts 28:2)

FESTIVAL OF LESSONS AND CAROLS IN CLINTON

The Sacred Music Series at St. John Guardian of Our Lady, 80 Union St., Clinton continues with a special Festival of Lessons and Carols on Saturday, January 11th, at 7 pm. Based on the Office of Matins for the Feast of the Epiphany, this festive ceremony will feature Scripture readings, the singing of beloved Christmas and Epiphany carols, and sacred choral music. Free-will donations will be accepted at the door to benefit the First Concern Pregnancy Resource Center.

PRAYER FOR THE NEW YEAR Dear Lord,

At the beginning of this New Year, I remember that you are a God of beginnings and

endings. You created the world, with all its eternal patterns. Winter begins in frost, and ends in Spring’s thaw.

Spring begins in new, green life, ending in Summer’s heat.

Summer begins in sunshine, and ends in Autumn’s breezes.

And Autumn’s color leads to the white of Winter again.

As another year ends and begins in our lives, Help us to remember that you have made a world of

Cycles. When fortune turns to trials, or hardship turns to joy, Help me to take delight in the life I’ve received from

You. Remind me that I will one day pass from this world

And enter a new life like those who have gone before me.

Amen

NATIONAL COLLECTION FOR THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA

The Catholic University of America is unique among universities in the United States—even among Catholic universities. Established by Pope Leo XIII and the U.S. Bishops in 1887, it is the national university of the Catholic Church. In addition to alumni who hail from this diocese, Catholic University claims one third of the U.S. bishops and 12,000 priests and religious as alumni. In Washington, DC, the University provides an education based in the Catholic intellectual tradition to almost 7,000 students through its 12 schools. Next weekend, January 4-5, we will be taking up the National Collection for The Catholic University of America. Your support will enable Catholic University to expand its impact in preparing the next generation of leadership for our Church and nation. We appreciate your generosity. You can learn more at collection.cua.edu.