Mass Intentions for the Week

SATURDAY MAY 30 5:00 PM ~ Teddy & David Murray by Dad & Carol

SUNDAY MAY 31 Pentecost Sunday 7:00 AM ~ Katherine Beresik (5th Anniv.) by The Family

10:30 AM ~ Barbara Stefanik by The Family

12:30 PM ~ Misa en Espanol

MONDAY JUNE 1 7:00 AM ~ Lionel & Theresa Gagnon by Nancy & John Piekarczyk

TUESDAY JUNE 2 7:00 AM ~ Juliette R. Baczanski by Paula & Jim Kroll

WEDNESDAY JUNE 3 NO MASS

THURSDAY JUNE 4 7:00 AM ~ Armand McCarthy by Judy Dupont & Jackie Powers

FRIDAY JUNE 5 7:00 AM ~Armand McCarthy by Judy Dupont & Jackie Powers

SATURDAY JUNE 6 5:00 PM ~Suzanne Vasale by The Family SUNDAY JUNE 7 Most Holy Trinity 7:00 AM ~ Luigi & Mary Annese by William & Sylvia Annese

10:30 AM ~ Madeline & Joseph Fitzpatrick

12:30 PM ~ Misa en Espanol

NOTE: Offertory processions have been suspended for the time being.

Saint Louis Church

~ Parish Support ~ Last week, our parish community contributed $6,784.00 in ordinary support.

Thank You all for your continued financial support.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Religious Ed. Office Tel. # (508) 943-0817

All Religious Education classes are CANCELLED until further notice.

The following websites are free and will help keep you in touch with liturgy and our faith!

www.GardenofPraise.com has Bible resources; free educational material; Bible lessons; games and puzzles; and activities for kids.

Two other resources are: www.catholicicing.com (crafts) and myCatholicSource.com.

Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth. Pentecost Sunday May 31, 2020

This Week May 31– June 6, 2020

Sanctuary Lamp I will be lit In memory of The Deceased Members of the Novena Group

Sanctuary Lamp II will be lit In memory of Armand McCarthy by Judy Dupont & Jackie Powers

Sanctuary Lamp III will be lit In memory of Phyllis Holewa by Her Son Richard

The Divine Mercy Lamp will be lit In memory of Francis (Sonny) & Bernice Collins by Linda, Robert & Debbie

When we cannot attend Mass and cannot receive Holy Communion, it is recommended that we make a “Spiritual Communion”. To do this, begin by examining your conscience and making a good Act of Contrition. Then pray one of the prayers recommended by the Saints for inviting Christ into your heart, such as this:

My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot receive you now sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there, and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.

PRAYER AT THE TIME OF A PANDEMIC

Lord Jesus, Who promised to remain with us always,

When information overwhelms us and fear overtakes us, speak to us again those comforting words, “Peace be with you.”

Though we cannot be physically close to others, give us the ability and courage to love as well as we can, since “perfect love casts out all fear.”

Direct your caring gaze on doctors and nurses, researchers and safety personnel; Come to strengthen the sick, the vulnerable, and comfort those who are grief-stricken.

And when the pandemic has passed, and this frightening crisis is resolved, teach us to know You more certainly as our dearest Friend and our only Hope.

You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen.

ST. LOUIS 50/50 CLUB WINNER

CONGRATULATIONS!

The St. Louis 50/50 Club 2020 winner this week is

Daniel & Arlene Healy

Week # 7 Ticket # 75

For those who are uncomfortable with returning to church at this time, we will continue to stream the Saturday 5:00 pm Mass Online. The link can be accessed on our website: www.stlouischurchwebster.org

TV Ministry: Daily Mass continues to stream on worcesterdiocese.org and is available for viewing on Spectrum / Charter Channel 193.

What do I do if I can’t go to Confession?

When we are conscious of sin, we should go to Confession and seek absolution from the priest. When this is not possible, the Church recommends that we make as perfect an Act of Contrition as possible. There are many forms of the Act of Contrition. Here are two:

My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against You Whom I should love above all things, I firmly intend, with Your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ, suffered and died for us. In His name, my God, have mercy. Amen.

O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because I dread the loss of Heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they have offended Thee, my God, who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Thy grace, to confess my sins, to do penance, and to amend my life. Amen

Solemnity of Pentecost

“To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7) To receive the gift of the Holy Spirit, you must open your heart and invite Him in! Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts, words, and actions every day! Be grateful for all the gifts God has given you! Regardless of our individual circumstances, God has given all of us many blessings. What we do with those gifts is our gift back to God! By generously sharing everything we have and everything we are, we become more “God-centered” and less “self-centered” and our lives truly reflect God’s light, love, and mercy.

Masses have resumed at St. Louis Church!

Please read the following Guidelines as we comply with the Commonwealths’ regulations for Public Safety during this Phase One of Reopening.

People arriving at Church

Entrance is front-door only. Seating is limited due to the regulations, therefore please arrive “early” to ensure everyone can be seated properly and on-time. Every other pew will be available.

Note that the front Church door will be “locked” once Mass begins.

Since the capacity at this time is no more than about 100 people, any additional people will be asked to go downstairs to the Church hall where a TV is available to view the Mass.

Please observe the 6’ safe distance in the pew for those not in your household.

Masks should be worn. Ushers will be available to help with observing the safe distancing guidelines.

At the time of Distribution of Holy Communion, Ushers will direct one row at a time. Please continue to observe the 6’ safe distance.

Instead of passing the collection basket, we ask you to place your Envelope/donation in the basket at the front of the Altar either as you arrive or after Mass has ended.

At the end of Mass, Ministers will remain in the Sanctuary allowing you to leave in an orderly and safe manner.

Church Bulletins will only be available on-line or by mail.

(Because older adults and those with underlying health conditions continue to be advised to avoid public assemblies, the suspension of the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays will remain in force until December 31, 2020)

Please Note: At this time, Confessions are available by appointment only. Please call the rectory office at 508-943-0240 to arrange a time and a place.